ajwebber
English looking for information about Malta
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Registration: 16 April 2011
What do you miss?
Since moving to Malta, what do you miss most from your old life? Read More
Starting Up a Catering Business in Malta by kwartier
Can anyone help me on how to find opportunities for setting up a catering business in Malta?. e.g. setting up a restaurant coffee shop, snack bar, wine bar, etc. I wish to find a central location in a promising town area (harbour region), I am ...
I have had similar thoughts. Here in the uk I have a small cake business, weddings, engagement, christenings... I wondered whether there would be a market for this kind of thing in Malta, along side a tea room. Read More
How does anyone afford property in Malta?
Whats the deal on the property prices? I'd be doubling my mortgage and almost halving my salary! How do people living and working in malta afford a decent family home? Ax Read More
Oldie but newbie once again!
Brief History... Lived in malta for 2 years when i was in my 20's, started a business and needed a UK base so ended up back in Blighty! I have always wanted to return and was on the brink several years go but serious family illness and a few ... Read More
Many moons ago....
Good morning all, I was reminiscing this morning about when i lived in Malta....back in 95. I lived in Bugibba, off Triq il Touristi. I used to frequent a bar called 'Sticky Fingers'(not as dirty as it sounds, trust me) and a restaurant a couple ... Read More
Hi all
Hiya, spoke with Bev and they did have to come back to the uk, but are hoping to be back in Malta in June. x Read More
Hi all
Hi guys, not been on for quite some time due to family illness, however, all is good and slowly getting back on track, so how has the past year gone, job market, incomes, schooling... i used to talk to Jimiptv's wife Bev but neither seem to have ... Read More
Average housing costs in Malta 157 聙 by ricky
Hard to believe! These figures were revealed by the National Statistics Office today. Housing costs, including interest payments on mortgage, electricity, gas, house insurance, maintenance and rent added up to an average monthly spend of 聙157 when ...
So, if there are thousands of properties standing empty and more are being built, how would property owners feel about being offered less rent than a propery is advertised at? Is this viewed as insulting or is bartering accepteble? Amanda x Read More
new X-Pats by jim IPTV
We arrived yesterday and wife had me unloading which involved climbing up on roof of van at midday, followed by daughter forcing me into a paddling pool build, today its off shopping to buy everything they forgot even though I had to leave my boat ...
Bit of a trek for me ha ha, tell Bev I want the full story when she gets 5 mins. x Read More
new X-Pats by jim IPTV
We arrived yesterday and wife had me unloading which involved climbing up on roof of van at midday, followed by daughter forcing me into a paddling pool build, today its off shopping to buy everything they forgot even though I had to leave my boat ...
Woohooo, glad your safe and well. x Read More
anyone interested in football? by Barty
hi i wonder if theres anyone who would be interested in playin sone football from time to time. Need to find nearest pitches, get enough ppl and we can sort somethin out?
My hubby plays, but, it would be one hell of a commute! Amanda x Read More
Restaurants...
....Which is your favourite and why? :idontagree: Amanda x Read More
Got the job...now moving forward by scubaboy
Good Afternoon Expats.. After 4 interviews i have finally managed to get the job that i was after. I leave the UK a week tomorrow (Friday) travel to Livorno to get the Ferry to Malta arriving on 6th June. I need to sort out my Social Security ...
CONGRATULATIONS Julian, cant help on any of the info your after as we're still trying to sell up here in the UK. Just wanted to say well done on the job front. Amanda x Read More
Question for pet owners.
I hear that nobody has pet insurance in Malta which is a pretty scary thing to us. We have two four legged family members Bella (Basset Hound) and Oliver (Persian cat)What do people do and how expensive does it get when something goes wrong or they ... Read More
What kind of Milk are you drinking by Eagle
I have had local milk(Dark Blue) in the fridge which has been opened for over 15 days and it still has not gone bad. I am curious to see how long I can do this. ( Its an experiment and doesnt say anything about the state of my fridge :) This doesnt ...
How do you know it's still going strong? Is it purely by smell or have you tastd it? blurgh! :blink: amanda x Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
yeah.......... Britain is like a packet of revels! Doesn't matter really though, it's the person inside that counts. :) Amanda x Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
Scousers are british too! :P Duh, blonde moment! Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
Ooh rooikat, not true about the English! The company i work for at our site are 65% Polish, My doctor is Muslim, my dentist is Asian...we even have a few scousers in there somewhere! ha ha only so they can claim jobseekers allowance tho! :lol: Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
your not, it's just everyone venting their own opinion and experience. Life is tough where ever you are. It's what you make of it that counts. ;) Amanda x Read More
What kind of Milk are you drinking by Eagle
I have had local milk(Dark Blue) in the fridge which has been opened for over 15 days and it still has not gone bad. I am curious to see how long I can do this. ( Its an experiment and doesnt say anything about the state of my fridge :) This doesnt ...
here skimmed lasts longer than full cream but only by a day or so! amanda x Read More
IT work by hammersfan
I'm not putting this in classifieds as it is just a "heads up" for anyone interested, but my employer will be having another Ad in the Times of Malta on Sunday for a Desktop Support Technician position. I am in no way involved in the hiring process ...
Sorry, it is off topic :shy However, you've told people to PM you anyway and if they're worth their salt then they'll be smart enough to follow your request! ha ha :P I think you should do it, You'll have to speed it up some though as Malta is more ... Read More
IT work by hammersfan
I'm not putting this in classifieds as it is just a "heads up" for anyone interested, but my employer will be having another Ad in the Times of Malta on Sunday for a Desktop Support Technician position. I am in no way involved in the hiring process ...
holiday swap then? you could drive like a Maltese at all the Wigan fans! :) Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
The wages are not better! Everything is relative, fuel here is on average 拢1.39 unleaded and Diesel is touching 拢1.50, VAT is 20%,we are taxed to our eyeballs, we pay 拢200 a month council tax!!! my car insurance has just gone up another 拢20 a month ... Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
It certainly is, but i'd rather wake up skint to the sunshine everyday than the peeing down rain! It's been raining here for 10 days solid so far, spent a fortune on a garden that's been used on average 8 times in 6.5 years!! :offtopic: sorry ... Read More
IT work by hammersfan
I'm not putting this in classifieds as it is just a "heads up" for anyone interested, but my employer will be having another Ad in the Times of Malta on Sunday for a Desktop Support Technician position. I am in no way involved in the hiring process ...
Manchester,Wigan. 拢225,000! Want a swap? :D Read More
Moving to Malta by LEOLION
Can anyone help I am looking at moving to Malta and need to know any restrictions there are. If the is any financial restrictions I have read there is Ordinary residence and permanant residence I think I would be looking at Ordinary residence and ...
Native new yorker, It's exactly the same in the UK, we will have to support our boys until their mid twenties no matter what! University will leave them in debt only for them to start a job on 20k a year, should there even be any jobs! 1 position 40 ... Read More
IT work by hammersfan
I'm not putting this in classifieds as it is just a "heads up" for anyone interested, but my employer will be having another Ad in the Times of Malta on Sunday for a Desktop Support Technician position. I am in no way involved in the hiring process ...
Thanks Tim, i do keep looking but not much i can do about anything until the house is sold! :( Anyone want to buy a house in the UK? :D Amanda x Read More
IT work by hammersfan
I'm not putting this in classifieds as it is just a "heads up" for anyone interested, but my employer will be having another Ad in the Times of Malta on Sunday for a Desktop Support Technician position. I am in no way involved in the hiring process ...
No Accounts positions!?!?!? TUT typical! :P Read More
Do landlords ask for proof of income before renting? by duffydoodle2
Hi again. I've been tied up in some personal stuff, but this has been in the back of my mind for a while. Am cleaning out my house so I'll be free when the time comes. hen I do move, I'd like it to be simple. I had a two year contract job in ...
Oooh so haggling is accepted? If so, to what extent? i.e. if a property is 850 a month what offer would you go in at? amanda x Read More
What kind of Milk are you drinking by Eagle
I have had local milk(Dark Blue) in the fridge which has been opened for over 15 days and it still has not gone bad. I am curious to see how long I can do this. ( Its an experiment and doesnt say anything about the state of my fridge :) This doesnt ...
Interesting, but i'm no help, we go through 4-5 pints of milk a day! Oh and we're still in the UK! :huh: amanda x Read More
Asian Tiger Mosquito by hammersfan
is expected to be back in large numbres again this year... http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20110511/local/No-escaping-the-Tiger-mosquito.364750 They made my summer hell last year and I've lived most of the last 20 years in Minnesota, USA ...
Sorry if i'm not supposed to do this but i think these products maywell help! Amanda. x Nomad Neet Deet 100ml bottle 100% DEET (Diethyletolumide) Use on clothing For added protection in fast sweat off situations such as tropical rainy seasons. ... Read More
San Andrea School Parents by hammersfan
Made my wife's day miserable yesterday - she was verbally abused by 2 of them whilst stuck in traffic trying to get into San Anton car park - OK I know it was only 2 and they probably weren't expats...but...it's things like this that make us want to ...
:offtopic: i know! Dont you all have work to do everyone seems to be on line! :P Amanda x Read More
San Andrea School Parents by hammersfan
Made my wife's day miserable yesterday - she was verbally abused by 2 of them whilst stuck in traffic trying to get into San Anton car park - OK I know it was only 2 and they probably weren't expats...but...it's things like this that make us want to ...
Well i think i will be ok, i grew up in a not so great area and learned the good old fashioned verbal F OFF! :gloria I take it there are far, far too many cars for such a small island! Also as the cars are so expensive you'd think they would be so ... Read More
San Andrea School Parents by hammersfan
Made my wife's day miserable yesterday - she was verbally abused by 2 of them whilst stuck in traffic trying to get into San Anton car park - OK I know it was only 2 and they probably weren't expats...but...it's things like this that make us want to ...
Oh great, i'll give my hubby a week before he nuts someone then! He's a qualified driving instructor (not his current profession at the mo tho) and he hates lazy, rude, arrogant drivers! He gets so frustrated here in the uk so yeah i reckon i ... Read More
Running Club? by Suzanna2010
Hi everyone. I was just wondering if anyone knew of any running clubs ideally around the Attard area ..... although thats not essential. Just taken up running again and really getting in to it, although am far from marathon standard! Thanks
:sosad: green with envy right now! it has been raing here in Manchester uk for 3 days andlooks not to clear for the next 10!!!!!!!!!!! note to self: MOVE! Enjoy your run everyone. Amanda x Read More
Hi alibobs, Thanks for the info offer, However, i have been speaking with a fabulous lady who has given me so much information already. Sorry it didn't work out for you and i hope can finally find somewhere to settle. Thanks Amanda x Read More
Why Malta by ajwebber
Hi all, just querying why everyone chose Malta and what do you all miss about your home country? :top: Amanda x
Hi all, I was more after why you all chose Malta and lets be honest as much as some don't like the customer service etc... you have all stuck it out so far! ;) So i'd say the good is far out weighing the bad....rose tinted glasses are still smear ... Read More
Very important question.... by ajwebber
I have a very important question on behalf of my husband, infact i'd go so far as to say it could swing our move to Malta!!!!! So, here goes ([i]fingers crossed[/i]) ARE THERE AND EVERTONIANS ABOUT IN MALTA????? i fear i may now be Ostracized! ...
Maby 1967 It's ok i'm deaf anyway so it helped! ;) ha ha seriously tho, i didn't take it as an impolite response at all, thanks for answering my question bud. Amanda x Read More
Why Malta
Hi all, just querying why everyone chose Malta and what do you all miss about your home country? :top: Amanda x Read More
Anyone who i have been chatting with lately on facebook? if so PM me if you want an addy for chat's other than on here. :) Read More
private education for 2 bratish oops sorry british boys! haha by ajwebber
Hi all me again! :top: Well, i have 2 boys (12 and 3)and i hear the best form of education is a private one, sooooo, where in your opinions are best? Also how difficult is it to get them enrolled? how long does the transition take? and can it ...
Oh my goodness Jules! i have a 12 year old and there is no way i could home school him! for starters he already knows EVERYTHING! and like mum is so not cool and has no idea of real life!!!!i get comments like... eh? wha ya chattin? i think that ... Read More
Cost of living for family of 4 by ajwebber
Good afternoon all, I've been viewing posts for a couple of days now and finally i can post, this site so far has been the most informative, so thank you for the questions that i've had answered so far. Like most people i have several questions ...
Sorry uk trucker but i'd be no help at all! Malta has changed so much over the last decade, when i lived there there was 2 set of traffic lights on the whole island, everyone drove in the shade and i think i remember there was no drink drive laws ... Read More
private education for 2 bratish oops sorry british boys! haha
Hi all me again! :top: Well, i have 2 boys (12 and 3)and i hear the best form of education is a private one, sooooo, where in your opinions are best? Also how difficult is it to get them enrolled? how long does the transition take? and can it ... Read More
Cost of living for family of 4 by ajwebber
Good afternoon all, I've been viewing posts for a couple of days now and finally i can post, this site so far has been the most informative, so thank you for the questions that i've had answered so far. Like most people i have several questions ...
Thank you Tim, The info you gave me is greatly appreciated. I'm in accounts and looking to earn above the average salary so i think all may well turn out nice! bit like your weather today. So cost of living sorted i guess it's time to move to my ... Read More
Very important question.... by ajwebber
I have a very important question on behalf of my husband, infact i'd go so far as to say it could swing our move to Malta!!!!! So, here goes ([i]fingers crossed[/i]) ARE THERE AND EVERTONIANS ABOUT IN MALTA????? i fear i may now be Ostracized! ...
Err, i hope i'm invited at some point! we'll be over this summer sometime! :D Read More
Very important question....
I have a very important question on behalf of my husband, infact i'd go so far as to say it could swing our move to Malta!!!!! So, here goes (fingers crossed) ARE THERE AND EVERTONIANS ABOUT IN MALTA????? i fear i may now be Ostracized! ha ha ... Read More
Current self employment laws
Ding dong Georgingozo. Fab news. Amanda :) x Read More
Need good sound financial advice by ajwebber
Hi, Could someone point me in the direction of a good financial advisor please? I need to know if it is better invest a substantial amount of money on purchasing a property in Malta or leave the money in my property here in England and just rent ...
Hi Ricky, I was talking to a recruitment agency a week a go and she was saying so many laws have changed in April so i need to double check everything. Property does seem expensive in Malta as we would prefer a house rather than an apartment. ... Read More
Need good sound financial advice by ajwebber
Hi, Could someone point me in the direction of a good financial advisor please? I need to know if it is better invest a substantial amount of money on purchasing a property in Malta or leave the money in my property here in England and just rent ...
Hi, Thanks for your reply, we are looking a OR but i'm unsure of where everything is up to, i hear the laws changed in April so i neber know if i'm looking at out of date info! :( Amanda x Read More
Need good sound financial advice
Hi, Could someone point me in the direction of a good financial advisor please? I need to know if it is better invest a substantial amount of money on purchasing a property in Malta or leave the money in my property here in England and just rent ... Read More
Current self employment laws
Hi, Could someone please advise me on the current self employment laws please? Here in the UK my hubby is a driving instructor and when we move to Malta he'd like to continue this type of work. Does he still have to have a Maltese business ... Read More
Cost of living for family of 4 by ajwebber
Good afternoon all, I've been viewing posts for a couple of days now and finally i can post, this site so far has been the most informative, so thank you for the questions that i've had answered so far. Like most people i have several questions ...
Hi Tim, Thanks for your reply. i think regardless of where you live as soon as you have children your living expenses somewhat double! Even though we cut back on nights out and fancy clothes for ourselves you still can't seem to keep that tenner in ... Read More
Running Club? by Suzanna2010
Hi everyone. I was just wondering if anyone knew of any running clubs ideally around the Attard area ..... although thats not essential. Just taken up running again and really getting in to it, although am far from marathon standard! Thanks
I run....unfortunately i'm in the UK!!!!!!!!!! i can do a steady 12k but for enjoyment only, it's amazing how much you can sort out in your head with a good run. I'll certainly be joining a running club when we eventually get over there or at least ... Read More
Cost of living for family of 4
Good afternoon all, I've been viewing posts for a couple of days now and finally i can post, this site so far has been the most informative, so thank you for the questions that i've had answered so far. Like most people i have several questions ... Read More