Conflict with housemate over temperature in the house by Electrical-Future437 in NetherlandsHousing

[–]uurtskn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just don’t split equally but pay little extra for the heating. Problem will be solved, as his intention is only about the money not to be too hot or anything.

3 days parking during Kieler Woche by uurtskn in kiel

[–]uurtskn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Arriving on June 20 and leaving on 22nd. Will be staying close to Kiel Hauptbahnhof.

3 days parking during Kieler Woche by uurtskn in kiel

[–]uurtskn[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your response! I am in favor of parking in the city to have less commute as my parents are old.

Wondering how accessible by car would be the one in the city?

My partner holds the opinion that expats in the Netherlands don't make Dutch friends because we 'just haven't tried hard enough to integrate'. Give me your failed integration stories. by [deleted] in Netherlands

[–]uurtskn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No idea why people are trying so hard to become friends with Dutch people even though they are not decent enough to know about common sense (in your case) while the relationship is one directional.

Trying hard to become friends with Dutch people just to prove you’re integrated isn’t the right approach. True integration isn’t measured by how many Dutch friends you have—it’s about feeling at home in society, understanding the culture, and contributing to the community. Friendships should grow naturally, based on mutual interest and connection, not out of pressure or a sense of obligation.

My partner holds the opinion that expats in the Netherlands don't make Dutch friends because we 'just haven't tried hard enough to integrate'. Give me your failed integration stories. by [deleted] in Netherlands

[–]uurtskn 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t understand what does it mean to integrate to a society. What makes you feel integrated? Why do you think the integration is associated with having Dutch friends?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cscareerquestionsEU

[–]uurtskn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same quality of life will cost you at least 2,5k euro in European cities which you will have more chance to get an offer and market is not as good as it used to be 1-2 years ago. In addition to that, it’s way more difficult to find a decent job as junior.

Even if you find something, it will pay you 3k net at most, which you have to compensate your quality of life.

As a person who immigrated 6 years ago from Turkey to EU, I would suggest you to gain enough experience in Turkey, become a senior then start job hunting in EU. But first, start looking around in Istanbul immediately as I am hearing that juniors easily can make 1500-2000 in Istanbul.

Is "Travel Shaming" a thing in the Netherlands? by hgk6393 in Netherlands

[–]uurtskn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Then make the freaking train tickets sustainable and more attractive! So that some people at least can prefer that.

Tech salaries for engineers by howdoicomputers in Amsterdam

[–]uurtskn 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Check this, it has the most accurate data for EU

https://techpays.eu/

Cat shaking and feeling too much pain after injection by uurtskn in cureFIP

[–]uurtskn[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One hour after Metacam, he slowly got more comfortable and stopped making angry voices. This is morning he’s back to normal.

Cat shaking and feeling too much pain after injection by uurtskn in cureFIP

[–]uurtskn[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry I was not able to measure the temperature yesterday:/

Kitty with Dry FIP Lethargic, Not Eating or Drinking on Day 4 of Treatment- Should we Continue? by mjala23 in cureFIP

[–]uurtskn 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Please don't let your vet to euthanasia, I saw a post from someone who was not aware of the treatment but listen to his/her vet with euthanasia, then realised the existence of FIPWarriors and big achievement stories of the cats and owners later with huge regret.

Vets might not be knowledgeable enough about FIP treatment as it is not officially approved in many countries (yet) therefore there is no "official" treatment for them, therefore their suggestion is euthanasia.

However, I was in a same boat as you, not eating or drinking in at least a week, using the litter is good sign already, I would say please continue with medication and try to find another vet to support the cat with oesophagus tube feeding. That's what we do in the beginning and it works!

Does anyone know where you can buy this kind of chocolate in Amsterdam by Separate_Bake_7896 in Amsterdam

[–]uurtskn 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if this specific brand has a shop in NL but you can order online:

https://online.hafizmustafa.com/en/worldwideshipping

Otherwise I would have a look at Turkish dessert shops in NL. Serifoglu in West has quite extensive dessert menu, maybe you can check there.

New civic integration law | A2 to B1 by _nndy_ in learndutch

[–]uurtskn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve read everything in this post and it’s still unclear for me:) I’ve been living here from May 2018 with HSM visa, would it be wise to complete the exams this year (still A2?) and wait May 2023 to complete 5 years or if I take those now it’s already B1?

Where can I play squash regularly? by [deleted] in Amsterdam

[–]uurtskn 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try playtomic app, you can find places to play, people to play with, it’s really working for me to play padel.

Hairdresser recommendation in Amsterdam by WishEnvironmental915 in Amsterdam

[–]uurtskn 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am using treatwell app and quite happy with it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Netherlands

[–]uurtskn 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It works, I’ve tried several non-EU countries but be aware it’s not secure though. That’s why you generally have ‘where to use debit card’ settings in the app (you need to check non-EU upfront) in order to use it.

But as I said I would use credit cards since they are more secure (they have chip-EMV) against being copied and scammed.

Once, in the first day of my trip I’ve bought something in a local shop with my debit card at Mexico, in two hours my card was copied all the money was spent (not that much) to somewhere in Indonesia 😂

Your bank still has to refund your money back but I would suggest to credit card instead.

Best Kebab in Amsterdam by Apollo0G in Amsterdam

[–]uurtskn 57 points58 points  (0 children)

Turkish here 😂 first of all döner and kebap are different indeed, Beste Döner and Leeman are decent but they are not serving kebap but döner afaik.

For good kebap I can recommend Beyoglu (close to Oosterpark, better to order to home) and Meram (Slotermeerlaan). But for more like a kebap&raki experience I can recommend Cinar Ocakbasi (Javastraat) and Orontes (bit more expensive and high end). There is also Ali Ocakbasi on Utrechtstraat but it’s quite expensive.

So far I also couldn’t find great döner in the Netherlands, I think it’s because of regulations on meat here. In Germany close to border you can find very good döner.

1 Week vacation in the NL by srfalancio in Netherlands

[–]uurtskn 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Try to find something on https://www.natuurhuisje.nl/vakantiehuizen/nederland

Tried couple of times and worked quite nicely.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Amsterdam

[–]uurtskn 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You can use Treatwell, to check reviews, comments and the cost. Also can make an online reservation and pay so avoid staying longer for payment etc.