KemKem
American expat in Spain
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American
Lives in Malaga
Registration: 19 May 2012
I hesitate between Valencia and Malaga by European521
Hola todos Am a Canadian retiree and am planning to move to Spain. I hesitate between Valencia and Malaga and would like to have the opinion of other retirees who are living in either city. Muchas gracias!! D.
I have lived in all 3 places. While each has the good and bad, I have to say l am loving Valencia the most. Malaga has a lot of expats but most seem to be East of Malaga and not in the city itself which is where we wanted to be. The accent was also ... Read More
African hair type salon by SoniaBr14
Hi, I have extremely curly/fizzy and thick hair and I used to go to African salons in Paris to make sure the hairdresser could handle my hair. Now that I'm in Malta I can find only hair salons doing caucasian hair type. Has anyone heard of ...
There was an African salon in Msida (I think on Mr D'andria) if memory serves me right. I used to get my Afro cut there. There are also plenty of African women doing hair during the day in Paceville and l'm sure they'll be able to point ... Read More
Moving from Scotland to Spain by Mellyhud
Hi everyone, I hope you are all well. I was wondering if anyone could help me? My partner and I are from Glasgow, Scotland and are planning on moving to Spain in the next 1-2 months, but we don鈥檛 know the best area to move to. We ...
You pretty much described Valencia. AyshaK is correct as is Roland. The airport is very accessible with direct flights to Scotland. The preferred mode of transport seems to be cycling. We walk everywhere as our car collects dust. The Angel Guimera ... Read More
Pet friendly long term rental property wanted by Escapeeinspain
Apologies if this post is in the wrong place. I have tried unsuccessfully to post in the "Housing" section which seems geared to those with properties to let rather than hopeful tenants. Greetings to all, My hubby and I (+ our well ...
Sorry for the late reply :-) . Our search continues also in Valencia. I was going to add that it might be worth taking out an ad yourself on the free milanucios website. We were contacted by 2 agents who are now actively helping us find a place. The ... Read More
Pet friendly long term rental property wanted by Escapeeinspain
Apologies if this post is in the wrong place. I have tried unsuccessfully to post in the "Housing" section which seems geared to those with properties to let rather than hopeful tenants. Greetings to all, My hubby and I (+ our well ...
I feel your pain. We had the worst time trying to find a rental that would allow dogs in Malaga and l'm pretty sure it contributed to our ultimate dislike for the city and why we left after 7 months for Seville and a suburb. Your best bet is to ... Read More
Cost of living in Spain - 2017 by Priscilla
Hello, Before moving to Spain, it is important to investigate the cost of living in the country. As we did in 2015, we give you the opportunity to share your experience and tell us more about products and services average recorded prices in ...
I haven't done a cost of living comparison for this year, but the prices haven't changed from last year. I did do a detailed post listing everyday items and how much we pay for car insurance, pet care, health care, cable etc in Seville. Here ... Read More
Serie A in Malaga- combo internet/phone/cable deal ?
Great! Thanks a lot. I will have him check that out. Read More
Serie A in Malaga- combo internet/phone/cable deal ?
Hi, Does anyone know what cable companies have Serie A (italian League) in Malaga? I have checked with Movistar , not only can l not get coverage in my area, but do not have it. I would love a combo internet/phone/cable deal. Is there another ... Read More
Looking for a cat transport from Malta to UK by Entity
Hi, I have a young cat, and I'm looking for somebody who will go to the uk by car. She is prepared to travel (passport, chip, vaccacinations). So if u can help, just send a message. Andras
Lol! Not hand luggage , with your regular luggage that you check in... Read More
Looking for a cat transport from Malta to UK by Entity
Hi, I have a young cat, and I'm looking for somebody who will go to the uk by car. She is prepared to travel (passport, chip, vaccacinations). So if u can help, just send a message. Andras
Pevi is right about the change. As of October, you can check your pets in as excess luggage and they will be on the flight with you. Cost is 15 euro per kilo to the U.K, (weight of pet and carrier) so it is still a bit pricy. 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 this helps. I vote for Lufthansa. Best care ever. http://www.skyscanner.net/news/airline-pet-fees Read More
Go TV Package - premiership football by Emmo
Hello Your advice is required folks please GO have advertised they are now able to show english premiership football , this is great news! All I care about is the sport channels football and rugby mainly. However I have looked at costs and they ...
I know the Premier League is also part of GO , can't remember if La Liga is though...watch with him at your own peril..yes..:) Read More
Go TV Package - premiership football by Emmo
Hello Your advice is required folks please GO have advertised they are now able to show english premiership football , this is great news! All I care about is the sport channels football and rugby mainly. However I have looked at costs and they ...
Game nights are on then.... Read More
Go TV Package - premiership football by Emmo
Hello Your advice is required folks please GO have advertised they are now able to show english premiership football , this is great news! All I care about is the sport channels football and rugby mainly. However I have looked at costs and they ...
Hi, We just signed for the package with GO. Basically, to get the soccer , you have to sign up for the basic and add 14.99 euros for the soccer . It includes Internet and home phone. End of story is that it will cost 49 euros per month, with a ... Read More
Pets
We had a hard time finding a pet friendly landlord on our own, we used Mauricio/Joe at Doors Real Estate eventually. They were the best of the bunch...most didn't even call us back once we mentioned dogs....or came back with outrageous amounts!!!! ... Read More
Stoves/cookers/ovens by rooikat
Depending on which country one comes from one of the above refers to equipment that you use to cook food on the top and bake or roast in the bottom :) My question is what standard of oven in the above can one expect in a rented apartment in Malta. ...
Rooikat, I think we have the same oven...everything was burning on the bottom!!! Very frustrating. Now, we put wax paper on the bottom. We haven't baked cakes, but it works great for pizza etc...the paper gets "burnt" instead.. Read More
Bus # to St James Hospital Sliema?
Brilliant!!!! Thanks a lot..and l only need 1 bus too ...yeah!!!! Read More
Bus # to St James Hospital Sliema?
That was my first go to..didn't help. I know it's in Sliema ...guess l'll just get on the 12 and ask the bus driver. Thanks anyway.. Kemmy Read More
Bus # to St James Hospital Sliema?
Hi, Does anyone know what bus goes to St James Hospital? Thanks Kemmy Read More
Chances of finding a 6 month tenancy? by bh73
Hi, My wife and I are have just recently started our search for an apartment. We'd initially prefer a 6 month tenancy. However, the agent that we've been speaking to said a 6 month let is hard to find here. Is this true in any of your ...
Not true! Long lets start at 6 months. Not sure why he would tell you that... Change is good! Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
Thanks everyone. I am going to Scan Malta. So glad somebody brought this up. Once again..this forum comes through. Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
Wow! That looks deceptively simple. I can't believe it never occurred to me. Thanks Lambada.. I actually know where that store is..found it when l got lost. Now, l just have to get lost again:) Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
Hi Mike, No, we didn't bring anything with us other than the desktop, laptop,iPads,iPhones ...yikes!. We only have 2 adapters so they are working overtime Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
Thanks. I will look into it.. Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
How do you change to the 3 pin? I have been seeing that a couple of my plugs are over heating! Read More
New I.D. card rules by tearnet
This should boost income tax revenues.:D The Government of Malta intends to review the current process for the issue of the ID Cards to foreigners. The new format of residence document applies to EU/EEA/Swiss and Non-EU nationals. The Changes ...
Spot on George, that is exactly what the man said...there are only 5 people handling the loads of files coming in. They are really stressed, so smile and empathize with them. It really does make one's day.. Read More
New I.D. card rules by tearnet
This should boost income tax revenues.:D The Government of Malta intends to review the current process for the issue of the ID Cards to foreigners. The new format of residence document applies to EU/EEA/Swiss and Non-EU nationals. The Changes ...
Hi SMeddie, I am in the same boat as you, wife of an EU national. Btw...now, you can print 12 months statement online through Barclayswealth. We just took in our papers today..not bad at all. We went the self sufficient route as my hubby's a pro ... 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 have good news with our pet import! We arrived last night with our 2 dogs via Lufthansa. After much research, it was the best fit for us. It was actually quite easy. We got the forms oline from the Malta government site. We had our dogs ... Read More
Hi all, now here by socialwhirl
Hi all, my first time on th e forum in a few weeks, was very busy packing up and moving Arrived in Malta on Friday , all went smoothly with the journey down (apart from struggling to find accomodation in Sicily on Thursday night, but that's another ...
No problem. We are moving in 3 weeks and need to do the groundwork for our 2 dogs.. Read More
Hi all, now here by socialwhirl
Hi all, my first time on th e forum in a few weeks, was very busy packing up and moving Arrived in Malta on Friday , all went smoothly with the journey down (apart from struggling to find accomodation in Sicily on Thursday night, but that's another ...
http://vafd.gov.mt/file.aspx?f=1408 Read More
Maltese HSBC Account from the UK by Rocking Ken
Hi All, For anyone from the UK needing to open a back account in Malta I came across this on HSBC website [url=http://www.hsbc.co.uk/1/2/overseas-account-opening]HSBC Overseas Accounts[/url] Could be another thing to tick off your list :cool:
From the U.S, it is a $200 set up fee. That seems really high to me. We are just going to open one when we get there. Read More
Here at last!
Thank you Toon.. I can't wait to visit there.. Will send PM as l am terrible with directions and will get lost for sure! Read More
Here at last!
After imagining how Malta looked for the past few months, it was nice to see it, and was not disappointed. It is lovely!!!! Got a little short stay flat just behind the strand in Sliema for the 2 weeks. We like the area, doesn't seem as busy as l ... Read More
Moving to Malta by Seyedo
Hi I am a single doctor and I've been offered a job in Malta and I am supposed to start work in July. I have some questions and I hope you guys can help me. My salary would be around 2000 euros. Is that enough to live comfortably and would I be ...
Thanks a lot for the information. Very useful! I hope l never have to use it anymore..:lol: a bit tired of working.. Kemkem Read More
Moving to Malta by Seyedo
Hi I am a single doctor and I've been offered a job in Malta and I am supposed to start work in July. I have some questions and I hope you guys can help me. My salary would be around 2000 euros. Is that enough to live comfortably and would I be ...
Ricky, Any idea what a pharmacist's salary is in Malta? I don't intend to practice, it would just be nice to know in case.. As always, thanks for all the useful information Kemkem Read More
Boots Chemist
Hello, Does anyone know if there are any on the island? Thanks Read More
Where to eat - recommendations by Toon
You must try "The Chef" at Xemxija, located a little off the beaten track, between the main road and the bay and behind the church at the top of the hill and close to the old boatyard (shipwreck bay its known as) next to the old Ambassador Hotel, ...
Thanks for these recommendations. We will plan on eating there when we visit!!!! We love food :0)) Read More
Malta Bound by KemKem
Hello to everyone from sunny and hot Texas! I was so happy to find this site by chance while doing online research about our possible move to Malta. I have spent the last couple of weeks reading pretty much every post, and l would like to thank all ...
Thanks. I will check it out too. We found what seems to be a nice one Gzira/Sliema area that doesn't require moving out after like 5 days etc on Trip Advisor, so we are jumping on that one. Thanks again.. Read More
Moving to Malta by louise91
Hi me and my partner are looking to move to malta from the uk, I have looked into the different documents with detilas on working etc, and i have looked at jobs in malta on different websites. My biggest worry about moving is not being able to get ...
We will be in the same boat as you as we have two beagles. I am happy to hear about leasing for 3 months. I think that is the route we will take, as l am sure there may be things you don't discover until you actually live in the place. Good luck ... Read More
Malta Bound by KemKem
Hello to everyone from sunny and hot Texas! I was so happy to find this site by chance while doing online research about our possible move to Malta. I have spent the last couple of weeks reading pretty much every post, and l would like to thank all ...
Thanks for the list. I am looking forward to this trip very much. I have been checking Trip Advisor. I am kind of sure we will find something eventually as we will be there the last week of August. If not, then we will just suck it up and pay an ... Read More
Malta Bound
Hello to everyone from sunny and hot Texas! I was so happy to find this site by chance while doing online research about our possible move to Malta. I have spent the last couple of weeks reading pretty much every post, and l would like to thank all ... Read More