Pig Ear
English expat in Malta
Forum posts
75
About me
English
Lives in Fontana
Registration: 13 February 2014
Avoid taking dogs on Virtu ferries in the heat by robpw2
http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20150811/local/dog-dies-from-heat-stress-on-board-sicily-catamaran.580136 i know that its the only route into malta for many of you but please think twice about taking your family pet onboard when its ...
that's very worrying for me as we're due to use the ferry as foot passengers in just over two weeks and our dog would not cope with being confined like in that story. They had assured me that they had air conditioned kennels which although I ... Read More
Planing to longterm rent house on Gozo whit 2 very small dogs by Missdina
Hi hope some one can help whit info about bringing dogs to the Iland. Gozo I have been looklng all over and found a lot info that its not easy to find a Landlord that allows dogs ? And its best to go there and talk private ? Thanks in advance ...
We used Remax and Frank Salt to look for properties and there seemed to be plenty of landlords willing to take a small dog. In the end we went through Remax and our dog was written into the contract by name! The key is to make it clear that your ... Read More
The ferry from Sicily to Malta by Kirsikkakumpu
Hello, we booked a ticket on the ferry from Sicily to Malta the 3rd of September and it cost 618 euros for one car and five people! Is this really the price for the 2,5 hours trip on ferry or have we been robbed?
Yes, that sounds right. They have fixed tarrifs on their website and you will see that they hike their prices right up for the Summer season. I'm not sure if it's just because they have a monopoly that they charge so much, or because it ... Read More
GOZO ACCOMODATION by Terry4646
We are thinking of moving to Gozo when our 12 month contract is up at the end of October. Has anyone got any comments good or bad about Gozo and if good ones where do you recommend to live on the island. And can anyone recommend a good landlord or ...
We got back to England yesterday having secured our new home in Victoria through Remax (Denis). We also saw properties with Grace at Frank Salt. Both were very friendly and helpful, but be sure to have a clear idea of what you want, because if ... Read More
Renting a property - Can anyone recommend an estate agent, please. by kmc
Hi Good forum; thanks! We are looking at moving to Malta and seeing info. on this forum I'm a little concerned about the pitfalls/problems experienced with landlords. It seems that it maybe best to go through an agent and hope that they'll work ...
I'm going to be in Gozo next week. I've been trying various routes to avoid agents (Facebook, Maltapark, forums, etc) but haven't had any luck so far. Contacts we had on the island have rudely moved on :) so we are now having to go down ... Read More
Maltese roads are more a threat than terrorists - British Foreign Offi by ricky
This is from the British Foreign Office ... http://www.independent.com.mt/articles/2015-07-02/local-news/Maltese-roads-more-of-a-threat-than-terrorists-British-Foreign-Office-6736138253 They should have also issued a travel warning for Paceville ...
It's obviously been a quiet day for that journalist and they needed to fill some space. The FO didn't say "There's a low terrorist threat, but lookout for those crazy Maltese drivers", instead the journalist appears to have ... Read More
Getting my dog to Malta. by Adamazin
Hi everyone, I am looking for a bit of help. My partner and I are moving to Malta and we are bringing our dog. I was wondering how you do this without using a pet relocation company as that will cost 拢1200 and that would be a good chunk ...
I just received a response form the ferry company which has put my mind at ease: Read More
Well Done Expat-Blog by SunshineLover2011
Visited a rival site for the first time in years today and its basically a ghost town now.They actually charged for membership at one point(not sure if they still do) for information readily available here lol
In fairness a big chunk of that fee goes to a local animal charity, so that doesn't bother me. Read More
Getting my dog to Malta. by Adamazin
Hi everyone, I am looking for a bit of help. My partner and I are moving to Malta and we are bringing our dog. I was wondering how you do this without using a pet relocation company as that will cost 拢1200 and that would be a good chunk ...
Thanks Terry. I'll give them a call. The dog is getting far more attention than the rest of the family :) Read More
Getting my dog to Malta. by Adamazin
Hi everyone, I am looking for a bit of help. My partner and I are moving to Malta and we are bringing our dog. I was wondering how you do this without using a pet relocation company as that will cost 拢1200 and that would be a good chunk ...
This does actually worry me a bit, as we're going to be travelling in August and I'm worried that even if he can travel in a cage in the garage that a) the garage may be too hot, and b) it may be pretty stressful if there isn't an ... Read More
Getting my dog to Malta. by Adamazin
Hi everyone, I am looking for a bit of help. My partner and I are moving to Malta and we are bringing our dog. I was wondering how you do this without using a pet relocation company as that will cost 拢1200 and that would be a good chunk ...
That's what I read on their website too, but now I think I better double check before turning up as we'll be on foot. I could disguise him as a ugly baby of course. Read More
Getting my dog to Malta. by Adamazin
Hi everyone, I am looking for a bit of help. My partner and I are moving to Malta and we are bringing our dog. I was wondering how you do this without using a pet relocation company as that will cost 拢1200 and that would be a good chunk ...
If you do the train/ferry route then make sure you check whether the carrier allows dogs and in what form (e.g. Eurostar doesn't allow dogs, some ferry companies only allow dogs in a car, etc.) One route is to get the Newhaven to Dieppe ferry ... Read More
Getting my dog to Malta. by Adamazin
Hi everyone, I am looking for a bit of help. My partner and I are moving to Malta and we are bringing our dog. I was wondering how you do this without using a pet relocation company as that will cost 拢1200 and that would be a good chunk ...
We're travelling down by train and ferry through France and Italy. I haven't booked it all, but it's looking like it will cost roughly 拢700 for two adults, a child and the pooch (not including accomodation). We're going to make ... Read More
Will Malta leave the EU? by Deithrian
What is the mood in Malta towards the European Union? Do you have any observations or were there any recent public polls about it? Is there a significant number of Maltese, who think they will be better off outside the EU? I'm really concerned ...
what is it with some peoples' obessions with stereotyping, generalising and categorising whole nations and groups? The personalities and traits of the maltese I have met are as diverse as any nation I have visited or lived in. Yes, I've come ... Read More
Foreign kids in Gozo schools? by klaz
Hi, I'm thinking of moving to Gozo with my partner and two children (6months and 11yrs). I was wondering if anyone has any experience of British children in state schools? (particularly in Gozo if possible). I've heard that most text books ...
Of course, I'm sure we can help each other with any problems we may encounter. We met a young family when we were over in November whose daughter (also 6) attends the happy school. They live in Marsalforn, but I think they may have moved there ... Read More
Foreign kids in Gozo schools? by klaz
Hi, I'm thinking of moving to Gozo with my partner and two children (6months and 11yrs). I was wondering if anyone has any experience of British children in state schools? (particularly in Gozo if possible). I've heard that most text books ...
We're moving to Gozo in August and our six-year-old daughter will be attending Rabat primary (otherwise known as "The Happy School"). I know there are a couple of mums on here whose children attend the school and who speak very highly ... Read More
Will Malta leave the EU? by Deithrian
What is the mood in Malta towards the European Union? Do you have any observations or were there any recent public polls about it? Is there a significant number of Maltese, who think they will be better off outside the EU? I'm really concerned ...
it always seems to me that most votes in Malta are decided by only a few percent (spring hunting, divorce, general elections). Read More
homesick... by amej
hi all, We arrived 4 weeks ago and I started to feel a bit nostalgic. I had a big enthusiasm about leaving London and moving to a less hectic place... now startong to feel a bit weird and a bit sad. I moved here for a job and this dod not worked ...
I lived in Gozo for six months in 2011 and never wanted to leave. After four years of missing the little rock I'm finally returning "home" permanently in August. I love the fact that whole families spill onto the streets at night to ... Read More
UK Queens Speech
when asked on Radio 4 about whether these expats would be able to vote in the EU referendum a senior Conservative said no. Which is handy for the No campaign. But Maltese citizens residing in the UK will be able vote. Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
Someone I know was an asylum seeker but has now been living in the UK for about a decade. Despite seeing her nephew deported at 18 (because he was no longer considered a dependent) back to a country where he had no friends or family, she was ... Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
Someone on the radio said voting in this year's election is like going into a clinic and having to choose which STD you want. Friends at work have been mocking me about my impending move to Gozo saying things like: "How do they vote in ... Read More
Healthcare in Malta by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Malta ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Malta? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
The bionic man meets Malta lol ;)maybe pig ear is really Lyndsay Wagner (not that I am drooling at the concept or anything tacky like that of course) lol :)More Wagner than Lindsay Wagner I'm afraid redders :) Read More
Healthcare in Malta by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Malta ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Malta? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
hmmm, perhaps I made a mistake! Everything in my flat seems to be breaking (oven, boiler and now shower) just three months before we move, so maybe I should get any ailments out of the way too (new hip, knee and buttocks perhaps?) Read More
Healthcare in Malta by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Malta ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Malta? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
BUPA have an online quick-quote system if you google BUPA Malta. For me, my partner and my daughter it gave an annual quote of 拢4500. If that's indicative of private health insurance then I think I'll stick to the NI payments. Read More
Healthcare in Malta by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Malta ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Malta? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
Thanks redders. So just to double check, my little family unit will be entitled to free healthcare through the NHS for the first 5 years we are in Malta? (I'm self-employed and we're all three of us British) Does this mean we won't need ... Read More
What are the positives to living in Malta? by Wanderlust1
Guys I've heard so much negative stuff about living in Malta, but what are the positives? As I've mentioned before on other posts my circumstances are this... The UK based company that I already work for have offered me a promotion if ...
I remember the first time I saw an empty car with its engine running in Gozo, it was outside Arkadia and my first thought was is this a bank robbery?; however, when I came out of the pharmacy ten minutes later the car was still there with its engine ... Read More
鈧� v GBP by Wanderlust1
Hi Guys, I've received job offer in Malta I currently live reside in UK . Question is I've been offered my salary to be paid in either 拢GBP or 鈧珽uro. What currency would you opt for to have your monthly salary paid by? I will if I ...
I am working freelance and the company I get most of my work through are happy to start paying me in Euros, using the exchange rate on the day of the changeover to set the hourly rate for all payments moving forward. With the favourable exchange ... Read More
Should I be worried of racism by bornonthe12th
Hi Guys, I was recently in Malta for a holiday and loved it there and on coming back to the UK I applied for some jobs and feel honoured to have been offered 2 jobs in Malta (Although I have not accepted either offer yet). I have been doing a lot ...
A massive amount of fear has been instilled in people around Europe about this threat of being overrun by migrants/asylum seekers and this has seen a resurgence of far-right rhetoric making it into the mainstream media and politics. In the UK we ... Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
Sorry Rob, I meant specifically hunting with dogs. I have family who have been directly affected by this issue (they are not foxes though). Read More
voting by redders_61
well that was interesting with partial roadblocks manned by police plus police on school gates checking voting cards plus police inside. I said to cop in England a police car goes round every so often to check all ok. she said wish it was like that ...
I'm very disappointed the vote went that way. This is something that goes beyond the shores of Malta, so I don't really think it should have been a referendum matter anyway. It should have just been a ban. As others have said, a ban may ... Read More
What are the positives to living in Malta? by Wanderlust1
Guys I've heard so much negative stuff about living in Malta, but what are the positives? As I've mentioned before on other posts my circumstances are this... The UK based company that I already work for have offered me a promotion if ...
I can tell you some of the reasons I'm moving back... When my daughter got sick back in 2011 we took her to the public health clinic (in Victoria, Gozo) and we were met by two men battling to work out how to set up their new computer system. ... Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
Fair enough. I was living in Gozo when Arriva arrived and despite the teething problems it opened up the island to us, where before we'd had to rely on our feet. From what I understand there is a divide between the service on Gozo and the one on ... Read More
Working and wages as bus driver in Malta by spandy61
well reading between the lines, to sum up wages are rubbish and you have to work long long hours for it? and so on 1 income it will be a struggle to survive? I am a bus driver in the uk, my wife cant work because of her illness, but we were thinking ...
It's strange that they were even considering a bid given their close connection to Arriva. Were the Maltese Government offering something they didn't offer Arriva? I don't personally see the Government having some involvement in the ... Read More
UK pension changes let the vultures descend by robpw2
Whilst I appreciate than changes will be a good thing I see estate agents are now rubbing their hands with glee as people cash In their pension savings to invest in a property market that they don't fully understand ...
By comparison, we'll be able to rent our one bedroom flat in Brighton for more than the equivalent of one thousand euros, but it's certainly not worth anywhere near one million euros. I suppose that sums up why we should rent and not buy. Read More
UK pension changes let the vultures descend by robpw2
Whilst I appreciate than changes will be a good thing I see estate agents are now rubbing their hands with glee as people cash In their pension savings to invest in a property market that they don't fully understand ...
I have a friend who bought their first flat in Hove for a similar sum and sold it for 250k. Mind you, it's still nothing compared to some areas in London. Back to the original post, I did get an email from Frank Salt as I rented through them in ... Read More
UK pension changes let the vultures descend by robpw2
Whilst I appreciate than changes will be a good thing I see estate agents are now rubbing their hands with glee as people cash In their pension savings to invest in a property market that they don't fully understand ...
The South is nuts. We managed to buy our first property in Brighton seven years ago and it had increased by 70% in value when we remortgaged it a year ago. It's a one bedroom flat that's worth more than a three bedroom house where my sister ... Read More
Registrations for Primary and Secondary schools in Gozo by Sparkie
Saw this on Gozo news and thought it might prove helpful to anyone moving over to Gozo with school age children. http://gozonews.com/55774/registration-of-primarysecondary-school-students-within-the-gozo-college/
When we visited "The Happy School" in Victoria they made enrollment sound very straightforward and were incredibly helpful. The headmaster even took my daughter into pretty much every class in the school to introduce her. Some of the ... Read More
Is pollution gonna get worse or better? What's your insight on it? by Wrongholebutherewego
So, moving in two days I should already have known this, but I didn't. I'm talking about the air pollution. Now I'm having a bit of anxiety being a very health oriented person. I don't know how bad the air pollution affects you, but ...
http://www.wcrf.org/int/cancer-facts-figures/data-cancer-frequency-country As you can see Malta's rate of cancer incidence is considerably lower than other countries, and if you're a man the news is even better :) (placed 44th out of 50 ... Read More
Art supplies/bookbinding by Pig Ear
When we move in the summer I will be bringing with me my Letterpress printing press along with some of my tools, etc. I also have a large supply of papers, but to cut down on shipping I was hoping there might be a decent art supply shop either in ...
Thanks all for your tips. It seems there's hope...if only a little! Maybe the forming of an artists cooperative might help, if one doesn't exist already. That way we could share the cost of importing supplies. Read More
Art supplies/bookbinding by Pig Ear
When we move in the summer I will be bringing with me my Letterpress printing press along with some of my tools, etc. I also have a large supply of papers, but to cut down on shipping I was hoping there might be a decent art supply shop either in ...
Thanks. The stationers I visited in Gozo were pretty limited in terms of supply. Although they had basic copy paper and some cheap coloured paper they didn't have higher-quality papers. Maybe it's different for Malta though? It's ... Read More
Art supplies/bookbinding
When we move in the summer I will be bringing with me my Letterpress printing press along with some of my tools, etc. I also have a large supply of papers, but to cut down on shipping I was hoping there might be a decent art supply shop either in ... Read More
Rainbow crossing Floriana by robpw2
To support LGBT rights around the world various towns and cities have been painting a Zebra crossing rainbow colours similar to that of the LGBT pride flag. Whilst in Floriana today just down the road from Valletta we noticed they have also done ...
I think it's a fun thing to do and you will probably find the funding has come from a third-party source anyway. Investing a small amount in these sorts of projects is good for society and does no one any harm and if it has the chance of doing ... Read More
Is Malta making a BIG mistake? by GuestPoster566
This may not stay up for long but I'm asking if anyone may think that Malta is making a BIG mistake in allowing Libyan State Business to set up on the islands? One cannot ignore what is happening in Libya with the encroachment of ISIS or the ...
I think it's the way you put it: "Worst case scenario is that Malta is overrun, becomes ISIS held territory and then has to be fought over again." Thousands of people read these forums and if they were to read this thread they would ... Read More
Is Malta making a BIG mistake? by GuestPoster566
This may not stay up for long but I'm asking if anyone may think that Malta is making a BIG mistake in allowing Libyan State Business to set up on the islands? One cannot ignore what is happening in Libya with the encroachment of ISIS or the ...
In six months I'll be living in the Maltese Islands with my young family. I've also lived there before. I would say there's probably more threat of living in Brighton than anywhere in Malta anyway. This kind of fearmongering is what ... Read More
Is Malta making a BIG mistake? by GuestPoster566
This may not stay up for long but I'm asking if anyone may think that Malta is making a BIG mistake in allowing Libyan State Business to set up on the islands? One cannot ignore what is happening in Libya with the encroachment of ISIS or the ...
With all due respect, I think you have to be careful about starting threads of this nature as at the moment it is baseless scaremongering, even if that wasn't your intention. Aside from its geographic location, I see no reason why ISIS would ... Read More
Property: Buying vs Renting by New Horizonz
I'd like to collect in one place people's sentiments, emotions, eperience and especially information on the subject. Many people are against buying a property in Malta, but exactly for what reason? Are there people already bought or ...
We're going to be renting until 2018 (when our fixed-rate mortgage runs on our flat in Brighton) but then we were thinking of possibly buying a house of character in the old town of Victoria and renovating it. We would probably have enough ... Read More
Train/ferry to Malta
Thanks Rob, that looks like a very useful website and the journey sounds like an adventure :) Read More
Train/ferry to Malta
Hello We were previously going to drive/ferry to Gozo, but we've now decided to ship our goods and travel by train/ferry across Europe and into Gozo. Has anyone any experience of travelling in this way? We also have a little dog and I wondered ... Read More
Renting a flat with a dog by terrapin68
Hi My family and I will be moving to Malta at the end of February/beginning of March and had a flat all organised, with help from a Maltese friend. Our UK home is sold (just waiting to exchange contracts) and half the house is packed or stored. We ...
is this also a problem in Gozo? I heard that it wasn't, but Hank is now a bit worried. Read More
What is a good renatl price in the old town?
Hello We're moving to Gozo at the end of August/end of September in time for the new academic year. We previously lived in Fontana for six months in 2011, but this time we want to make a more permanent home in Victoria's old town. When we ... Read More
When do kids move to scondary school? Irish perspective by sonka147
This is the last question; My daughter is going to be 11 in December - I am aware that children in Malta move to secondary school at the age of 11. However, here in Ireland she would still have another year in the primary school before she moves on ...
they use calender years to define what year your kid is in. So, for example, my daughter is in Year 2 in the UK as she is 6 and her birthday is in August; however, because Malta uses a calender year system she will effectively go back a year when ... Read More
Office and Home Furniture - Fresh Ideas by MovingToTheMed
[color=#1C30E3]I've been a bit quiet on the forum since we arrived - but safe to say we are loving it :) Part of the reason we came to Malta is Mum in Law has been ill this year - and unfortunately was ambulanced to Mater Dei last night after ...
I've heard people say it can be cheaper to get a local carpenter to build your furniture. Is this true? Read More
Victoria Primary - School holidays & general by Pig Ear
Hello We're coming over to Gozo from 29/10-06/11 and we're going to take our 6-year-old to visit the happy school in Victoria. The headmaster has okayed this (seems like a very pleasant chap). However, does anyone know if there are any ...
Thank you Sparkie. I have read the headmaster's diary and it helped put my mind at ease about the transition. It certainly seems that he has had a positive effect on the school. My daughter turned six in August but she makes up for being the ... Read More
Victoria Primary - School holidays & general
Hello We're coming over to Gozo from 29/10-06/11 and we're going to take our 6-year-old to visit the happy school in Victoria. The headmaster has okayed this (seems like a very pleasant chap). However, does anyone know if there are any ... Read More
Current Maltese bus drivers by biddy
Today, on three separate buses, I experienced the worst driving of any bus drivers since I started using the buses in Malta. Are they trying to prove something to the public? The buses cornered on two wheels, the brakes were repeatedly slammed on, ...
I think sometimes people feel the frustrations of the driver having to deal with the general public all day. I've experienced bad bus drivers the world over (including england) and I certainly don't think this is unique to Malta. The one big issue ... Read More
To Be, or Not To Be? That is my question... by Pig Ear
We are a young(ish) family of three, but my partner and I are not married. When we move next summer I will be self employed and the main bread winner, but we also plan to open a small gallery offering affordable workshops to locals. My daughter will ...
It definitely sounds like it makes sense and I appreciate the advice. I'll have to send Ed down Oxfam and see if she can pick out a nice dress :) Read More
To Be, or Not To Be? That is my question... by Pig Ear
We are a young(ish) family of three, but my partner and I are not married. When we move next summer I will be self employed and the main bread winner, but we also plan to open a small gallery offering affordable workshops to locals. My daughter will ...
wlll do :) She has said to us (on more than one occasion) "When people get married they love each other, don't they daddy?" "Why are you and mummy not married? Do you not love mummy?" A strong girl, with strong opinions, and still only 5! I ... Read More
To Be, or Not To Be? That is my question... by Pig Ear
We are a young(ish) family of three, but my partner and I are not married. When we move next summer I will be self employed and the main bread winner, but we also plan to open a small gallery offering affordable workshops to locals. My daughter will ...
Yes, we're all from England. Read More
To Be, or Not To Be? That is my question...
We are a young(ish) family of three, but my partner and I are not married. When we move next summer I will be self employed and the main bread winner, but we also plan to open a small gallery offering affordable workshops to locals. My daughter will ... Read More
Sell up in the UK or Keep your property? by MovingToTheMed
[color=#1A11ED]We're just about to put our home up for sale in the UK before we depart to Malta (we hope in September, if we find a buyer). I've had a chap giving some of the rooms a lick of paint ready for the sale. He got me thinking. He wanted ...
We're moving next year but plan to keep our flat in Brighton at least until the end of the fixed rate mortgage (2018). Mind you, the value does seem to have gone up about 10% every year, so it would seem bonkers to sell it. Having said that, based ... Read More
Considering Gozo by Bannatyne8
Here is my little intro - Laid-back Scotsman just recently retired and seriously considering a move to Gozo. Already been to the island in January of this year for a good look around, which just reinforced my intentions! Have identified which ...
Fontana is a good shout if you don't drive, as you get to walk through the beautiful old cobbled streets to Victoria/Rabat where you can get everything. It also has the usual bakery, grocery store, pharmacy and the old wash place to clean your ... Read More
Moving to malta
When we came for six months three years ago we had to leave for 24 hours after three months as we weren't taking up residency, and did in fact hop over to Sicily; however, the only issue with finding somewhere was that you generally have to rent ... Read More
Woodburners and burning wood: would wood be available... by Pig Ear
I'm tempted to start this by saying "Edward Woodward"; anyway, there is an actual question I have for the forum. We've had a small woodburner for the last year here in the UK and it has done a great job of staving off the damp that plagues Brighton ...
so a full sun sandwich sounds like the best possible option then. Thank you for your advice Read More
Woodburners and burning wood: would wood be available... by Pig Ear
I'm tempted to start this by saying "Edward Woodward"; anyway, there is an actual question I have for the forum. We've had a small woodburner for the last year here in the UK and it has done a great job of staving off the damp that plagues Brighton ...
Thank you all for your responses. That article is interesting if ultimately it doesn't offer the ideal solution. The one winter I spent in Gozo I took to wearing a black, woollen poncho that I found in the wardrobe. I felt like I was in mourning for ... Read More
Woodburners and burning wood: would wood be available... by Pig Ear
I'm tempted to start this by saying "Edward Woodward"; anyway, there is an actual question I have for the forum. We've had a small woodburner for the last year here in the UK and it has done a great job of staving off the damp that plagues Brighton ...
Even in Gozo, heathens aren't burnt any more.Not even mildly scorched? I'm guessing there's no coal either? (for the fire, not the heathens) As to an air conditioner, this is the other (and more likely) consideration; however, I was worried it ... Read More
Woodburners and burning wood: would wood be available...
I'm tempted to start this by saying "Edward Woodward"; anyway, there is an actual question I have for the forum. We've had a small woodburner for the last year here in the UK and it has done a great job of staving off the damp that plagues Brighton ... Read More
Gozo- Anything new? by Pig Ear
Hello Having lived in Fontana, Gozo, for six months in 2011, we are now making plans to move back permanently in 2015. I will be going freelance as a proofreader and we also plan to set up a gallery and workshop (my partner is a painter and I also ...
Glad to hear the gardens finally reopened. Are dogs allowed in? I think my dog could pass for an ugly baby if not. redmik, maybe sometime in the future we may find ourselves arguing over the price of a courgette on one of the many benches. Thank ... Read More
Gozo- Anything new? by Pig Ear
Hello Having lived in Fontana, Gozo, for six months in 2011, we are now making plans to move back permanently in 2015. I will be going freelance as a proofreader and we also plan to set up a gallery and workshop (my partner is a painter and I also ...
that's reassuring :) Xaghra was the first place we ever visited when we first went to Gozo back in 2010. There were two benches in the main square which were filled with local men chatting, bickering, gesticulating. It seemed like they probably did ... Read More
Gozo- Anything new?
Hello Having lived in Fontana, Gozo, for six months in 2011, we are now making plans to move back permanently in 2015. I will be going freelance as a proofreader and we also plan to set up a gallery and workshop (my partner is a painter and I also ... Read More
hotels in gozo by eddiepie
Hi all. Hope to come to gozo some time in may, any info.about hotels would be great (2 old people don't need much)
We used to use the swimming pool on the roof of the Downtown Hotel in Victoria. The view was great (direct line of sight with the Citadel) and barely anyone else used the pool. I can't attest for the rooms, but the staff were always friendly and ... Read More