Andrew
@drew333
English expat in Malta
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Lives in St Julians
Registration: 24 November 2014
1 day left by slamdunc82
Hello all! Today is my last day in the UK before I fly out to Malta, hurrah :) One quick random question. Will the mozzies be out in force this time of year, or will I be safe without the repellent when I arrive? Many thanks Dunc
Had one in my flat this morning even though it feels like a freezer, and last winter was getting loads in as well! Read More
Outdoor Fitness - Parks or Public areas around Sliema? by drew333
Hi, Does anyone know of any outdoor parks or public areas around Sliema that would be suitable for holding exercise sessions? I am a PT moving to Malta in March and am looking for space to take one to one and small group sessions. Also does anyone ...
Hi Phil, there are loads of gyms about some are quite small but have what you need. I use a few around Sliema/st J for working and my own training. Some of the ones I've used are Neptunes, Fitness Point, Reflex fitness, Westin workout, they all ... Read More
Gym memberships
Check out Neptunes gym, where the outdoor pool is in Ballutta bay. It's cheap and has whst you need. Read More
Walking/Pavements by felinefine81
Hi everyone So we finally arrived in Malta last night! Thank you so much to everyone that has answered my questions for the last few months and helped us get here - much appreciated. Today we have been for a walk around Balzan and some of Attard. ...
The promenade from St Julians all the way to Tax biex is a nice walk, but yeah pavements are awful. Just yesterday some stupid old bat coming round the corner of a side street in Sliema drove right up the pavement and nearly over my toes. She was ... Read More
Is it generally quite windy in Malta?! by felinefine81
While trying out some of my new warm weather wardrobe in Scotland today, I realised that there is a downfall to a lovely, airy, loose summer dress... they don't go well with the wind! 馃榿 When we visited Malta it was lovely weather and ...
Ha ha, yeah it can get really windy! I've found March/April the worst months. I had a sign from a restaurant blow into my face at full force, didn't look to cool! Good luck! Andrew Read More
Making new friends in Malta... by deejay1988
Hi everyone, I moved to Malta from the UK with my boyfriend in February. Now that we are feeling a bit more settled here we figure the next thing to do is make some new friends and build our social circle! This may sound silly but I have no idea ...
Hi everyone! I am also in the fitness industry and teach boxing fitness "bootcamp" style classes which are great way to meet new people, work up a sweat and go for a drink afterwards! Check me out on Facebook - Hatton Boxing 4 Fitness - ... Read More
Watch boxing in Malta? by Adamazin
Hello everyone, I have been hunting and asking people for the last week but nobody seems to know. Do any bars play pay-per-view boxing? (Preferably in the Sliema area). I am a big Anthony Joshua fan and would hate to miss the fight this weekend. ...
Hi, I've had a look about as well and can't seem to find anywhere advertising it. I know a few like the Compass Lounge showed the Mayweather fight, maybe over Spinola Bay end up towards Paceville there should be somewhere showing it I ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Hi Chris, Going to the Dubliner in St Julians on Saturday night if you're interested? Cheers, Andrew Read More
Christmas Drinks
I was gonna suggest the Dubliner in Spinola Bay for a few drinks. It's a pretty decent pub and will be warm, I don't fancy huddling round a heater in some outdoor bar! Lets make it 7pm next Saturday the 19th, if interested leave a comment ... Read More
Christmas Drinks
Ok great, I'll keep you updated. Cheers, Andrew Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Ok, nice one mate, I'll keep you updated. Cheers, Andrew Read More
Football Team
I would ask up at Fitness Point gym in Sliema, above the Point shopping centre. There's a football pitch there which belongs to the Sliema Wanderers team. I PT at the gym there and there's always different teams up there training. Maybe the ... Read More
Christmas Drinks
Hi everyone, I tried to post on an old thread earlier but you can't see my comment for some reason so thought I would start a new one. I am just seeing if anyone is up for a few drinks around Christmas, on Saturday the 19th around Sliema ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Hi, Hope everyone is well! Just seeing if anyone on this thread or anyone else reading it would be up for going for a few drinks on Saturday the 19th, before Christmas, somewhere in the Sliema area. I spoke to a couple of other people from this ... Read More
Looking to meet new people - here from California
Hey, how's it going? I'm living in Sliema as well. I'm busy with work over the next few days but am out for a few drinks locally next Thursday and Saturday if you wanted to meet up or something. Just add us as a contact on here and ... Read More
Maltapark.com by SunshineLover2011
Hi, Im trying to register on Maltapark.com and everything goes OK.....then I dont get the activation email.(yeh,i have checked spam folder !) I've emailed but had no response and its been like a week. I tried another email address but still no ...
I had the same problem when I first came here, I gave up trying to register in the end but happened to be on there yesterday and tried again when the same thing happened - telling me they will send an activation email as it's my first time ... Read More
Pub Crawl? by SunshineLover2011
Would anyone be up for doing a pub crawl some time ?
Definitely, I love a pub crawl! Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
I will be up for it and that date is good. I would prefer somewhere in Sliema/St J though as I'm working that evening and can come straight after but if you end up in Valletta I'm sure I could make it! Read More
Beefjerky
Park Towers supermarket in St Julians, just round the corner from Balluta Bay, on the top floor I always see boxes of the stuff! Read More
Info about areas just outside of Sliema, St Julian's & Paceville? by superflybenito
Hi all! I'm planning on moving to Malta over the next few months and, as I'm self-employed and work from home, I'm not tied to having to live in any particular area. I'm also in no particular hurry so I'm happy to take my time in ...
Hi! I've been here 3 months now and live on the Sliema/St Julians border, rent here is very expensive which I found out when I came here as I struggled on my budget of 鈧�550. I settled for a studio in the end, but for the time being ... Read More
Are trans fats an issue here! by Wrongholebutherewego
Are they being used or are they banned?
I'm a Personal Trainer so know all about trans fats and try and avoid them but at the same time try and live for the moment and try not to worry too much. But I understand where you're coming from, an unhealthy diet can make to feel like ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Hey guys , It was great meeting you all last nightGood to meet you all as well, my head was a bit sore yesterday but should definitely do it again soon. Not Paceville though! Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Andrew did you mean the girls! Ha ha! We are pretty much always up for Friday drinks! Hopefully everyone will be well and it will be real drinks! Keep us informed! 馃榾 Nicola.Ha ha, yes of course! Everyone who was out the other night and ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Nice one Simon, see you then! Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Ha ha, are you going to come on Friday? Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
I've been here a couple of weeks so know a few places but a bar crawl will be a good opportunity to find some decent ones! There is a place called Tre Angeli on the strand in Sliema next to the restaurant Med Asia, I think there's a couple ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Ok perfect, do you want to suggest a starting point and time maybe? I presume you have been here longer than me so know of better places?I've been here a couple of weeks so know a few places but a bar crawl will be a good opportunity to find ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Ok nice one, I'm living in Balluta Bay so anywhere in Sliema/St Julians is good. Could maybe do a bit of a crawl from Sliema - St Julians and see what happens! I'm sure a few others that see this will be up for it as well. Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Sounds good, Will try and make it over! Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Hi Joe, I'm new here as well and not great at organising meet ups etc, but will definitely be out for a few beers on Friday if you fancied a drink? Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Ok great! I work from 6am - 9pm Mon-Fri and 6am - 2pm on Saturday and have plenty of spaces available at the moment so whenever's good for you? Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
It was nice to meet you all last night, look forward to the next one! I'm not doing a shameful plug but the offer still stands for the free taster sessions for my Boxing 4 Fitness Personal Training if any one else is interested! Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Not really sure, hopefully! I think I will head down there for that time. Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Ok cool, I'm moving into a place in Balluta Bay on Friday so should be just round the corner! Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Hi, I arrived in Sliema yesterday, still trying to find a place to live but should hopefully have somewhere soon! Definitely up for a few beers or something. Is Cafe Cuba in St Julians? I've seen one in Sliema but either way please keep me ... Read More
Initial Rent Payment by drew333
Hi, I am moving to Malta next week and will be staying in a hotel for a few days whilst I look for a place to rent. I have been told before that payment for rent is usually by cash but am a bit unsure whether this applies to the initial payment. If ...
Thanks for all your help and speedy responses! Read More
Initial Rent Payment by drew333
Hi, I am moving to Malta next week and will be staying in a hotel for a few days whilst I look for a place to rent. I have been told before that payment for rent is usually by cash but am a bit unsure whether this applies to the initial payment. If ...
Ok thanks, I will be prepared! Cheers, Andrew Read More
Initial Rent Payment by drew333
Hi, I am moving to Malta next week and will be staying in a hotel for a few days whilst I look for a place to rent. I have been told before that payment for rent is usually by cash but am a bit unsure whether this applies to the initial payment. If ...
I'll check with a few agents to see how it works, hopefully they can take card payments. Read More
Initial Rent Payment
Hi, I am moving to Malta next week and will be staying in a hotel for a few days whilst I look for a place to rent. I have been told before that payment for rent is usually by cash but am a bit unsure whether this applies to the initial payment. If ... Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
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Hi, You're right, I am over thinking it a bit. I'll probably just wait a few months when I'm there and see what my situation is then. Thanks for your help, much appreciated! Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
[large][b]Please try to avoid making irrelevant comments or going off topic as this is intended for information, rather than discussion. Anything irrelevant clutters the thread and the purpose is lost. I am happy to answer any questions or go into ...
Hi, Thanks for your help, much appreciated! Read More
EU Citizens e-residency process & Health Care info. by GuestPoster566
[large][b]Please try to avoid making irrelevant comments or going off topic as this is intended for information, rather than discussion. Anything irrelevant clutters the thread and the purpose is lost. I am happy to answer any questions or go into ...
Hi, I am moving over next month and will be self employed. I'm not intending on working straight away and even when I do start up my business it will take some time with marketing and building up a client base before I am working and earning an ... Read More
Newbies are ready to meet other newbies or 'old newbies' in town... by Morky
Hi all, I moved to Malta 5 month ago with my boyfriend (Italian/French) and as we are just now completed the settling-in I feel we are ready to know more people to hang around with. We left the hectic life style of London to live in this great ...
Hi everyone, I'm from the UK, near London and am moving to Malta in 4 weeks, hoping to get a place in Sliema/St Julians. I'll definitely be up for a few drinks when I'm there! Read More
Renting requirements by drew333
Hi, Can anyone please tell me what formalities are involved when you rent a place in Malta, e.g would I need to provide references and any proof of income? I would be self employed and building up a business over there so would not have regular ...
Ok great, thanks for your help! I will bear all that in mind when I start looking at places. Cheers, Andrew Read More
Renting requirements
Hi, Can anyone please tell me what formalities are involved when you rent a place in Malta, e.g would I need to provide references and any proof of income? I would be self employed and building up a business over there so would not have regular ... Read More
Outdoor Fitness - Parks or Public areas around Sliema? by drew333
Hi, Does anyone know of any outdoor parks or public areas around Sliema that would be suitable for holding exercise sessions? I am a PT moving to Malta in March and am looking for space to take one to one and small group sessions. Also does anyone ...
Hi Ricky, Many of my sessions are run as small groups as well as one to ones so I don't actually take 40 sessions per week, I would be exhausted! I should of made that clearer in my post. I would hope to build up to at least 20 sessions per ... Read More
Outdoor Fitness - Parks or Public areas around Sliema? by drew333
Hi, Does anyone know of any outdoor parks or public areas around Sliema that would be suitable for holding exercise sessions? I am a PT moving to Malta in March and am looking for space to take one to one and small group sessions. Also does anyone ...
I visited recently to get a feel for the place and look at finding a venue to train clients, I think I've secured some indoor space but have just been looking at outdoor areas as well but sure I'll find something. I think it will take time ... Read More
Outdoor Fitness - Parks or Public areas around Sliema? by drew333
Hi, Does anyone know of any outdoor parks or public areas around Sliema that would be suitable for holding exercise sessions? I am a PT moving to Malta in March and am looking for space to take one to one and small group sessions. Also does anyone ...
Thanks for your help, yeah I think it's best to stock up in the new year! Read More
Outdoor Fitness - Parks or Public areas around Sliema?
Hi, Does anyone know of any outdoor parks or public areas around Sliema that would be suitable for holding exercise sessions? I am a PT moving to Malta in March and am looking for space to take one to one and small group sessions. Also does anyone ... Read More
Working self employed in Malta
Hi, I am moving to Malta in March 2015 and just have a couple of things I am unsure about, if anyone can please help me I would be very grateful! I am from the UK and will be working as a self employed Personal Trainer, obviously it takes time to ... Read More