Lesley
@559lkm
English expat in Malta
Forum posts
81
Contacts
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About me
English
Lives in Marsascala
Speaks French
Registration: 02 March 2014
Golf Club Membership - Murcia area
Did you find a club to join. We are coming next month and want to join a golf club too. Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta by 559lkm
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ...
Exactly all the reasons we drove through Italy! Well written Terry Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta by 559lkm
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ...
We chose not to take the Genoa to Sicily ferry as the dogs could not stay with us on the ferry and I didn't like that idea so hence the long drive through Italy. (very scenic though) The Sicily to Malta ferry has a shutdown, last 2 weeks in ... Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta by 559lkm
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ...
Journey was fantastic and I would do it all again if I could. To summarise we left Chester at 3 PM and drove two cars down to Dover. My husband had two dogs in our Peugeot 409 and I had one little dog in my streetka. We caught the 11 PM ferry to ... Read More
Marsascala - How is general life there? by manda10
Hi everyone! I am new to this group. My boyfriend and I are considering moving to Malta from the UK this year. My boyfriend inherited a flat in Marsaskala from his Maltese father and we are debating whether to sell it or settle down there. We have ...
Hi Amanda, My husband and I moved out here last summer to give it a try for 6 months and we are still here. We are older than you with married kids back in the Uk but they come out often and visit. I really cant see us ever going back. We live in ... 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 ...
Hi Don't give up hope as I have rented a beautiful flat in Marsa Scala and I have three small dogs.if you want to know any more details get in touch. There is a brand new flat next to mine owned by my landlord and he loves dogs so no problem. ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Welcome to Malta and Isabelle was just telling me that she lives in Xlendi in Gozo! Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Oops sorry about the French. I saw that Isabelle was French and I just wanted to practise my French! Won't happen again. Was a one off! Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
J'espere qu'un jour mes chiens et moi allons vous rencontrer. Ou est ce que tu vas rester? Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
That's great news! Welcome to Malta! Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
If you need any help at all, just let me know. It was a great journey and we did it with 3 dogs and 2 cars and just my husband and myself. I would do it all again tomorrow if I could! We chose the shortest ferry crossings possible as we didn't ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
http://vafd.gov.mt/pet-travel-scheme?l=1 Hi Pablo use this link and it explains everything. It really is quite straightforward. The main points are that you have to: Have a pet passport Pets be micro chipped Pets be vaccinated against rabies Notify ... Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
Drive was fantastic. No problems and very happy now in Malta. Thanks for asking! Lesley Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Oh wow what problems! It was pointed out to us about the car so we decided to drive over the 2 cars and just use the Containers for our personal belongings. We did struggle a bit with the 5ft height though! It's all worth it although our ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Don't give up Caz! It really is all worth it. We have just rented a garage for 450 euros a year for all our furniture as we have rented furnished for the first 6 months till we find an unfurnished property. That was a massive hike up in price ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Yes we are here! Actually went for a swim this afternoon in St Thomas Bay with 2 of the dogs. It was lovely. Just trying to sort a Maltese mobile number and then we are up and running. Have the internet and the landline sorted now. Let me know when ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Oh everyone by the way, the TAPEWORM treatment is not necessary even if you are travelling over by road. The vet who met us last night said any dog coming from UK does not need it. He also said it is very toxic and bad to give to dogs and in extreme ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Hi Caz, Couldn't wait to leave the UK weather. Guess what? It's hot and sunny in Malta. We are waiting for you! Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
I also want to say a huge THANK YOU for everyone's advice and help and we have also safely arrived on this beautiful island safely, after a 4 and a half days road trip. The vet was there to meet us when we disembarked from the Virtu ferry and ... Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta by 559lkm
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ...
Thanks Terry and enjoy the rest of your road trip! Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta by 559lkm
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ...
Hi Terry Hope you are well. We are leaving UK tomorrow to start on our journey to Malta and you have been a great help. You did give me a list of hotels in Italy which take dogs but I cant find the thread. As we don't know where we are going to ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
And we leave here on Tuesday and arrive next Sunday afternoon! Good Luck with your journey and I am sure Hannah will be fine so don't worry. I have received an email from Karen Gott, the vet in Malta who deals with animals entering Malta, and ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Thanks Terry for your help. Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
You know Malta better than I do then!!!!! And yes, why not? Beautiful island and beautiful people. So friendly and lots of lovely sunshine! Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
I am stressing over the dogs though but everything else seems to have fallen in place! Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Yes, just about all set and know Malta very well. Parents used to have a place out there in the 60's and 70's and it was inevitable that I met a guy out there who I eventually married. We have lived in UK all our married life but have ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Hi caz, Just spoken to my vet and they are going to give the tapeworm treatment to my 3 dogs on Tuesday 26th August and sign their passports and then I am scheduled to arrive in Malta on Sunday 31st August so the time scale just fits. I think it ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Thanks for the advice about the sandfly collar. Does anyone know a vet in Sicily who will be able to give tapeworm tablets and stamp the passport for me. I will be in Sicily on Sunday 31st August, arriving at Messina, driving to Pozzallo and ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Thanks Terry and I agree that I do not mark the passport in any way. Obviously I need to find a vet in Sicily to give the tapeworm tablets. Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Hi Terry I didn't know the vet has to give the dose. I have been told by the maltese authorities that I can give the tablets which I have now bought and the vet does a test to see if they have been effective and that this must be done within 5 ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Thanks Kaz, This forum helped me out a lot when I was first thinking/planning the move. its ok to call me if I can give you any further advice. We booked all our ferries yesterday and now I am packing up the house. So excited! Read More
moving possessions from uk to Malta. any suggestion? by annagrecchia
Hi there, we moved to Malta about a month ago and our possession in the uknwaiting to be moved. It's about 6 boxes, possibly a dishwasher if convenient. Has anyone experience in this and can suggest any cheap/reliable company? Thanks a lot for ...
Hi Caz, Its a Maltese company which were recommended to me by by niece who knows quite a few shipping companies in Malta. We have a 20ft container for belongings. My quotes started out around 7k with removeal companies before I realised the ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Hope so Isabelle! I am going to be living in Marsascala, what about you? I am an ex French teacher and going to be doing some TEFL work in Malta. Very excited about the move! Lesley Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Hi I am arriving with my 3 dogs via the messina/Valletta ferry a few days after you and this is what I have found out. You need to inform the authorities of your arrival time and where you will be entering and they will arrange for a vet to meet ... Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Thanks Rob. That's cheaper than I thought and will look for one when I arrive. Seems a good idea to get one for storage. Went shopping yesterday and stocked up on items you suggested so thanks for all the tips. Looking forward to meeting you ... Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Thanks Rob. Approx how much should I expect to pay for a garage monthly? Read More
Re Malta now returned to England. by Pollyanna##321
hi I have had to return to England after only 5 weeks in Malta. Due to circumstances beyond my control. Mostly I had no where to live. Could nt believe all the landlords and most of the Maltese people said it is very unlikely I would find anywhere ...
Sorry to hear about your misfortune. I would suggest finding a better paid job and maybe doing a house share next time and try and organise it before you fly out. Don't give up whatever you do as Malta is such a beautiful island and generally ... Read More
moving possessions from uk to Malta. any suggestion? by annagrecchia
Hi there, we moved to Malta about a month ago and our possession in the uknwaiting to be moved. It's about 6 boxes, possibly a dishwasher if convenient. Has anyone experience in this and can suggest any cheap/reliable company? Thanks a lot for ...
We have a container leaving UK on 26th August and if you are close to where we live(Chester) we could fit your stuff on. We are moving to Marsascala. PM me for more details. Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Hi Matt, safe journey back to UK and can't wait to meet up with you in a month or so in the Zion bar! Do you know that when you get to Malta, you have to take Hannah to have a tape worm test? Just discovered that tonight! Shame you sold all ... Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Hi, I approached 3 companies in the UK and 3 in Malta and the Maltese company below was the most helpful and by far the cheapest. If you send me your email address I will forward the correspondence from them and the quotes it might help you. I am ... Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
Wow, thanks for doing that research for all of us and If I have any problems whatsoever opening an account I will quote what you said and ask if they have signed The agreement to which you have referred to. Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
Please keep me posted Matt as I have just come off the phone with HSBC International services and they've told me it's very straightforward and I can just walk into a branch anywhere in Malta and with proof of identification and a utility ... Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
So they rang and basically told me to walk into a branch in Malta with my passport and proof of where I am living and they will open it there and then. Let's see about that! I tried! Read More
Leaving - moving on by Toon
well ladies and gents the time has come for us to say bye bye to Malta - we are leaving for a multitude of reasons and not one specific reason. We have largely enjoyed our stay here for the last 6 yrs but as i have said many times - we knew it ...
I have a nephew out in Malta who will be able to advise on Android boxes and free TV channels Read More
Leaving - moving on by Toon
well ladies and gents the time has come for us to say bye bye to Malta - we are leaving for a multitude of reasons and not one specific reason. We have largely enjoyed our stay here for the last 6 yrs but as i have said many times - we knew it ...
How are you getting your collie over there? Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
So problem solved about moving our personal belongings. Have booked a 20 ft container which will be delivered to our house on 26th August. We have 3 hours to load it ourselves and then off it goes! This will travel by sea and will be delivered to ... Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
Hi Mantonas, Using the link you have sent me, I have applied through the HSBC international section so let's see what happens! They have acknowledged my email and I am supposed to receive a call today from a branch in Malta. Fingers crossed! Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
Hi Grumpy mover, How did you manage to open an account from UK. Please can you tell me who I should get in contact with to do this as I have been trying for the last month without any success. Any advice much appreciated, Lesley Read More
Opening a bank account - multiplicity of criteria by mantonas
Hi, This post it's just to show how different branches from the same bank have different rules/criteria for someone who needs to open a bank account. Everyday I convince myself more that to opening a bank account in Malta, doesn't depend ...
Hi Matt We have also tried to open an account in Malta whilst we are in Uk but line you, no luck. I even called HSBC head if five in Malta who gave me an email address to write to. I did this twice but they haven't answered me. Are you taking ... Read More
Leaving - moving on by Toon
well ladies and gents the time has come for us to say bye bye to Malta - we are leaving for a multitude of reasons and not one specific reason. We have largely enjoyed our stay here for the last 6 yrs but as i have said many times - we knew it ...
Hi Matt Don't forget to let me know where your pet grooming business will be as I am coming over with my 3 dogs. Leave UK 26th and hopefully arrive Malta 1st September (Marsascala) Read More
Leaving - moving on by Toon
well ladies and gents the time has come for us to say bye bye to Malta - we are leaving for a multitude of reasons and not one specific reason. We have largely enjoyed our stay here for the last 6 yrs but as i have said many times - we knew it ...
Good Luck on your travels! Where are you heading? Thanks for all your blogs. I have found them all really interesting and shame you are leaving as I am arriving! Lesley Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
We haven't really set ourselves a time limit but are expecting to take four/five days as we will make frequent stops to let the dogs out. Hotels in France are dog friendly but not really sure about Italy yet. Just make sure that as well as the ... Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
Hi there I'm doing the same drive at the end of August are have planned the following route and ferries. We are travelling with 3 dogs and wanted to spend as much time on the road and as little time on the ferry as possible. So, we are using the ... Read More
Driving through Europe with our Dog - to settle in Malta by MovingToTheMed
This is lazy of me, but I'm not really sure where to start investigations. So, if you have already moved to Malta, driving over from UK with your dog(s) how did it go? Obviously we get the rabies shot/passport - and I have just seen a great ...
Well at least I now know where I can bring my dogs for grooming. I will read your blog and thanks for the information. Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
This story has been a fantastic help to me thank you so much! We are leaving UK at the end of August and travelling to Malta with our three small dogs. What time of the year did you make your journey? Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Terry, thank you so much for such a comprehensive list of hotels to choose from! Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Great advice and hints! I obviously need to be ruthless Read More
Driving through Europe with our Dog - to settle in Malta by MovingToTheMed
This is lazy of me, but I'm not really sure where to start investigations. So, if you have already moved to Malta, driving over from UK with your dog(s) how did it go? Obviously we get the rabies shot/passport - and I have just seen a great ...
We sold our house 2 years ago and have been renting. So, we are giving a months notice end of July and will move out end of August. I will keep my fingers crossed for your sale. I'm sure it will all go ahead. If it does, you will be a couple of ... Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Thanks for your great advice. I especially like the piece about the cookery books! What a great idea! Read More
Best area for an expat family to live??? by lindseyb
Hello All, So my visit to Malta is fast approaching - 6 days woo hoo. Anyway we have a few things organised but would like to ask you all if there is a better area for an expat family so we can go there to check it out? Many Thanks in advance, ...
Biddy, thanks for your reply and it sounds ideal for us. We are really looking forward to the move and being able to walk around the village and park sounds great. We are renting a terraced house just behind the old Jerma Palace hotel. We have three ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Thanks Terry, That sounds straightforward! Lesley Read More
Driving through Europe with our Dog - to settle in Malta by MovingToTheMed
This is lazy of me, but I'm not really sure where to start investigations. So, if you have already moved to Malta, driving over from UK with your dog(s) how did it go? Obviously we get the rabies shot/passport - and I have just seen a great ...
Thanks Matt, Maybe I will be able to help you! When are you leaving? Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Thanks redmik but it only includes the transportation and nothing else. Did you have all your furniture shipped over? Who did you use? Read More
Best area for an expat family to live??? by lindseyb
Hello All, So my visit to Malta is fast approaching - 6 days woo hoo. Anyway we have a few things organised but would like to ask you all if there is a better area for an expat family so we can go there to check it out? Many Thanks in advance, ...
Hiya just wondered what you think of Marsaskala as a place to live? We want somewhere quiet and like the South. Property seems cheaper to rent there as well. Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Really! I haven't worked out the cubic metres but the contents would fit in a small garage. The sum of 3000 just blew me away. Read More
Driving through Europe with our Dog - to settle in Malta by MovingToTheMed
This is lazy of me, but I'm not really sure where to start investigations. So, if you have already moved to Malta, driving over from UK with your dog(s) how did it go? Obviously we get the rabies shot/passport - and I have just seen a great ...
Hi Matt, have you found any useful info about the journey with your pet as we are doing the same thing at the end of August and I need to start researching the route etc and how easy it is going to be with 3 small dogs. We are moving to Marsaskala ... Read More
Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP
I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...
Please will you share your route and the pet friendly hotels you stayed in on your journey to Malta? We are leaving UK on the 30th August with our 3 small dogs. We havent booked any ferries or hotels yet so any advice would be great. Read More
Transfering personal belongings to Malta by zer0Index
Hi all, It's almost my time to move to Malta. Just a couple of weeks remaining, and I still haven't 100% figured out how to transport my personal stuff. The "Personal Stuff" is my PC, Consoles, Games and Speakers. So basically ...
Hi We are moving to Marsaskala in September 2014 and are having a nightmare with quotes for moving our furniture over there. The quotes are all coming in at over 拢3000 and I only have furniture for a 2 bedroom house and no wardrobes! Please ... Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
Just seen all the other messages above so that should help me! Thanks! Read More
UK to Malta Drive and Ferrys by Naz23
Hi all I am moving from the UK to Malta in march does anyone know the best route to go to avoid tolls and best ferry's please
Hi, I am doing the same thing in September. Can you give me any advice and good luck with your move! Are you there yet? Lesley Read More
Travelling with 3 dogs from UK to Malta
Hi, Please can anyone advise me? I want the best route to travel from the UK to Malta by driving. There will be my husband and myself and 3 dogs and we are going initially for 3 months and then hopefully to re-locate if we like being there. I would ... Read More
Finding a teaching post in Malta by 559lkm
My husband and I are considering moving to Malta. I am an educational consultant and I specialise in children with special needs. I work all over the UK visiting different schools and advising headteachers as to their responsibilities concerning the ...
Are you Maltese? I agree with you that life's too short so go and get! It's always been my dream too so see you in Malta! 馃憤 Read More
Finding a teaching post in Malta by 559lkm
My husband and I are considering moving to Malta. I am an educational consultant and I specialise in children with special needs. I work all over the UK visiting different schools and advising headteachers as to their responsibilities concerning the ...
Sarah, That is so much help and thanks for replying. I have just returned from a week in Malta. I have commitments in the UK until term ends in July and I was panicking that it was similar to UK and teachers gave a terms notice but from what you ... Read More
Finding a teaching post in Malta by 559lkm
My husband and I are considering moving to Malta. I am an educational consultant and I specialise in children with special needs. I work all over the UK visiting different schools and advising headteachers as to their responsibilities concerning the ...
Hi Ricky, Then teachers in Malta are very poorly paid compared to the UK! I don't have a CELTA degree so that is going to limit me even more. Maybe need to re-think my strategy. Thanks for your tips. Lesley Read More
Finding a teaching post in Malta by 559lkm
My husband and I are considering moving to Malta. I am an educational consultant and I specialise in children with special needs. I work all over the UK visiting different schools and advising headteachers as to their responsibilities concerning the ...
Thank you so much Terry for the link and the advice about the Language schools. You have a good point about the government schools and I do not speak Maltese. Do you know if teachers are paid well in Malta? It's a good job in the UK and relatively ... Read More
Finding a teaching post in Malta
My husband and I are considering moving to Malta. I am an educational consultant and I specialise in children with special needs. I work all over the UK visiting different schools and advising headteachers as to their responsibilities concerning the ... Read More