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Waluigi
Joined: 09 Apr 2009
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 Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 8:00 am Post subject: Gwangju |
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Hi everyone, I am moving to Korea next week and I am starting a new job in Gwangju (the one in the South). I'm a 26 year old male from England.
Just thought it would be cool to start some dialogue with anybody who is currently there, as I won't know a single person when I arrive! I lived in Korea for a while last year, and I know how lonely in can be when you're stuck in the apartment alone in a strange country. I'd like to avoid that if possible! I'm pretty easy going and I don't have trouble making new friends, but I could use a lifeline for when I arrive. So.... anybody want a beer/ cup of coffee/ game of darts/ pretty much anything? let me know 
Also... I'd love to hear any tips, observations, notes or anecdotes about the city of Gwangju from residents past and present.... good places to go/see, good bars/restaurants etc. etc.
Cheers!  |
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kardisa
Joined: 26 Jun 2009
Location: Masan
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 11:02 am Post subject: |
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| I'm not moving there till the end of July, but wouldn't mind grabbing a bite to eat or a pint after I arrive. |
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Smee
Joined: 24 Dec 2004
Location: Jeollanam-do
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 11:33 am Post subject: |
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Sorry to sound blunt, but there is a new thread about life in Gwangju nearly every week. A search will bring up all the basics and impressions.
Your best bet for getting in touch with people is Facebook. There is a general group for Gwangju:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2330675731
As well as dozens of groups for various interests, hobbies, events, etc. |
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Waluigi
Joined: 09 Apr 2009
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 11:48 am Post subject: |
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| Smee wrote: |
Sorry to sound blunt, but there is a new thread about life in Gwangju nearly every week. A search will bring up all the basics and impressions.
Your best bet for getting in touch with people is Facebook. There is a general group for Gwangju:
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2330675731
As well as dozens of groups for various interests, hobbies, events, etc. |
thanks. I did actually do a search but the most recent thread I found was from about two years ago... hence the new one. if you want to meet people who live there currently, it makes sense to start a new discussion. |
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Waluigi
Joined: 09 Apr 2009
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 11:53 am Post subject: |
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| kardisa wrote: |
| I'm not moving there till the end of July, but wouldn't mind grabbing a bite to eat or a pint after I arrive. |
sweet. pm me your e-mail or facebook or something? |
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Smee
Joined: 24 Dec 2004
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 12:05 pm Post subject: |
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Anyway, it comes up often. Facebook gets far more attention from people in the area, and will be your best bet.
Here's another recent thread about people looking to meet up, so maybe you'll have some luck with them:
http://forums.eslcafe.com/korea/viewtopic.php?t=182651 |
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Waluigi
Joined: 09 Apr 2009
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 12:28 pm Post subject: |
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| Smee wrote: |
Anyway, it comes up often. Facebook gets far more attention from people in the area, and will be your best bet.
Here's another recent thread about people looking to meet up, so maybe you'll have some luck with them:
http://forums.eslcafe.com/korea/viewtopic.php?t=182651 |
thanks, appreciate the help |
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kardisa
Joined: 26 Jun 2009
Location: Masan
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| Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2010 2:52 pm Post subject: |
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| Waluigi wrote: |
| kardisa wrote: |
| I'm not moving there till the end of July, but wouldn't mind grabbing a bite to eat or a pint after I arrive. |
sweet. pm me your e-mail or facebook or something? |
I'm under the 25 post minimum for PM's, but I see you're not.  If you send me your email, I'll get back to you with my Facebook info. |
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Waluigi
Joined: 09 Apr 2009
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| Posted: Fri Jun 18, 2010 2:35 am Post subject: |
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| kardisa wrote: |
| Waluigi wrote: |
| kardisa wrote: |
| I'm not moving there till the end of July, but wouldn't mind grabbing a bite to eat or a pint after I arrive. |
sweet. pm me your e-mail or facebook or something? |
I'm under the 25 post minimum for PM's, but I see you're not. If you send me your email, I'll get back to you with my Facebook info. |
ok I pmed you fella. |
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SethESL
Joined: 18 Mar 2010
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| Posted: Sun Jun 20, 2010 4:25 am Post subject: Gwangju |
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Hey dude,
Been here about 8 weeks and loving it so far. Managed to round up a pretty good group of friends already. We go out every weekend, hike, and play the occasional sport.
There is also a monthly get together for local teachers which is awesome for making new friends, unfortunately it was last night so you've a while to wait.
Anyhow send me a PM with your name and I'll Facebook you.
Seth, |
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