martelli
Greek expat in Malta
Forum posts
56
Contacts
11
About me
Greek
Speaks english, spanish , french(comme si comme sa), greek
Registration: 19 May 2013
Thinking about relocating
Good morning all, my name is Maria, currently i live in malta but lately i started thinking about moving. what i know about iceland is too little yet i know i get fascinated by the sceneries. any way, I would appreciate any kind of information on ... Read More
working at the airport
does anyone work or knows anyone who works at MLA? i have an aviation studies certificate and i have started exploring the possibilities.. i know that air malta first refers to etc and then go public with any vacancies.. and not forget the salary.. ... Read More
planning a trip to Andorra by martelli
hello everyone! my name is maria and i live in malta. i'm thinking about planning a trip to andorra at the beginning of june. i just need to ask how long it is to take the bus from barcelona and if it is safe meaning if they keep the schedules. has ...
por fin! i had forgotten that i posted that question! thank you simon! Read More
planning a trip to Andorra
hello everyone! my name is maria and i live in malta. i'm thinking about planning a trip to andorra at the beginning of june. i just need to ask how long it is to take the bus from barcelona and if it is safe meaning if they keep the schedules. has ... Read More
Arriva leaving Malta. by GuestPoster566
Transport operator Arriva will be leaving Malta by the first quarter of next year under a transition agreement being finalised between the company and transport authorities, The Sunday Times of Malta has learnt. Transport Malta and Arriva management ...
good morning everyone! i saw the new timetables and suggested route on TM site but i hope the older members here can enlighten me.. if i move to buggiba/st paul's bay i will still be able to take one bus to sliema/gzira or i will have to change ... Read More
italian grammar book by martelli
hi everyone! i have been trying to study italian online for about 2-3 months now but since i am a bit old fashioned when t comes to reading and studying i need a grammar/exercises book. beginners level, any suggestions? i have been to agenda at ...
thank you both! jay, macmillan is the publisher right? and terry's wife please send me the apps.. i am using duolingo and startiing with babel now..i found some italian pages online as well but every help is welcome! Read More
italian grammar book
hi everyone! i have been trying to study italian online for about 2-3 months now but since i am a bit old fashioned when t comes to reading and studying i need a grammar/exercises book. beginners level, any suggestions? i have been to agenda at ... Read More
Advantages of Residential ID card by Pernille95
Hi! Can anyone tell me about "all the doors that open" when I get my ID card, so I'm sure I don't miss any of the advantages? PAA
hi.. i got my id earlier today.. but i have 3 questions that remained unanswered.. a. what is the use of authentication pin b. what is signing pin and c. where do i use them? Read More
Arriva leaving Malta. by GuestPoster566
Transport operator Arriva will be leaving Malta by the first quarter of next year under a transition agreement being finalised between the company and transport authorities, The Sunday Times of Malta has learnt. Transport Malta and Arriva management ...
good morning everyone! i have a question regarding the bus routes and timetables now that TM is taking over.. is there any RELIABLE site to check online routes, bus numbers and timetables? Read More
public libraries
for those who live here more than 1 year i have a question.. do maltese people like reading? and i don't mean just the headlines or sunday times.. i mean if the like reading books.. what intrigued me and makes me ask this is the fact that i went to ... Read More
Arriva leaving Malta. by GuestPoster566
Transport operator Arriva will be leaving Malta by the first quarter of next year under a transition agreement being finalised between the company and transport authorities, The Sunday Times of Malta has learnt. Transport Malta and Arriva management ...
as i am here only for 6 months now i don't know much about the politics behind arriva etc.. does the article say if the new company taking over will respect more passengers? or whether they will reduce the fares -at least for the expats? they will ... Read More
Want to know what's on on Malta, especially at Christmas? by GuestPoster566
Not an advert, a personal suggestion and recommendation. I have subscribed to a service provided by http://www.visitmalta.com/ At a frequency determined by myself (each day) I receive regular emails informing me of events on Malta and Gozo. (There ...
thank you redmik!! i usually visit what'son.com.mt, but i don't know if they provide mail service for the upcoming events Read More
National Insurance Number by DudeInNL
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goodmorning! if you live in st julian's you can get your NIN at Sliema's health office/department of social security in Dingli street. It is very close to the seafront Read More
Serious Landlord Problems- Help Appreciated! by iamharibo
I've posted a few times about the trouble I had with my previous landlord. When we moved out we paid him a lot of money- 聙750 for bills plus 聙250 towards some painting (I had marked the ceiling- we told him at the time and he told us not to worry ...
hi everyone! talking about rental receipts, does a piece of paper written bu the landlord counts as receipt? that is what i got for november.. and no receipt at all for october.. is that normal? shouldn't he have 2 or 3 copy cheques? i.e one for us ... Read More
spanish teacher by martelli
good morning all! i am looking for a spanish teacher. mostly for conversation and then if he/she thinks we need to revise some grammar topics why not. i hold a good command of the language but it has been a long time since the last time i spoke and ...
thank you both for your help! tearnet i am already registered there for spanish conversation classe but it is not exactly what i was looking for.. have a good day!! Read More
spanish teacher
good morning all! i am looking for a spanish teacher. mostly for conversation and then if he/she thinks we need to revise some grammar topics why not. i hold a good command of the language but it has been a long time since the last time i spoke and ... Read More
lifelong learning course in msida by martelli
good morning everyone!! as msida is very close to my flat i thought to start some classes there. BUT i have no idea where this place is and i can't find anything on google maps. the place is centru ghat-taghlim tul il-hajja -i can't even pronounce ...
I know i tried all of them! Read More
lifelong learning course in msida by martelli
good morning everyone!! as msida is very close to my flat i thought to start some classes there. BUT i have no idea where this place is and i can't find anything on google maps. the place is centru ghat-taghlim tul il-hajja -i can't even pronounce ...
I m talking about the one based in floriana. To be honest i didn't even think about calling. When i was trying to reach the offices in floriana the line was either busy or noone would answer Read More
lifelong learning course in msida by martelli
good morning everyone!! as msida is very close to my flat i thought to start some classes there. BUT i have no idea where this place is and i can't find anything on google maps. the place is centru ghat-taghlim tul il-hajja -i can't even pronounce ...
Chseychell i don't yet have internet at home but i will look it up the link u said. I registered for italian there and classes start tmrw so i have to locate it! Is it the abela college i'm looking for? Thank you both and have a good day! Read More
lifelong learning course in msida
good morning everyone!! as msida is very close to my flat i thought to start some classes there. BUT i have no idea where this place is and i can't find anything on google maps. the place is centru ghat-taghlim tul il-hajja -i can't even pronounce ... Read More
good dentist and dermatologist in gzira and surrounding areas by martelli
good evening everyone! i don't know much about malta's health system -yet- but i will need to visit a dentist soon and a dermatologist for a second opinion. if anyone can help me i will be grateful! another question i have is what are the ...
thank you all very much!coxf0001 i'll send you a pm sometime next week for the addresses! Read More
good dentist and dermatologist in gzira and surrounding areas by martelli
good evening everyone! i don't know much about malta's health system -yet- but i will need to visit a dentist soon and a dermatologist for a second opinion. if anyone can help me i will be grateful! another question i have is what are the ...
hi coxf0001! at some point i'll need a cleaning and i want to ask about whitening. so i just want the best. Read More
good dentist and dermatologist in gzira and surrounding areas
good evening everyone! i don't know much about malta's health system -yet- but i will need to visit a dentist soon and a dermatologist for a second opinion. if anyone can help me i will be grateful! another question i have is what are the ... Read More
part time wage
Thank u both for answering! I read the article ricky and i thought for a moment i was back in greece! Anyway later today i'll find out. Read More
part time wage
i have a question regarding wage for part time waiters/waitresses. i was offered a job that will pay 4.08/hour. it's my fault that i didn't ask earlier my future boss but is this after taxes and if not can sb please tell me how much it will ... Read More
Regular Expat blog meet up by Emma3
Hi everybody! Anybody would like to arrange a group meet up this week for a casual beer in Sliema/st.julians area?:)
so here is a funny story : after two months and having explored half the island i decided not to do anything today and go down to the meeting. so i walked from surfside almost to exiles looking down. i didn't reach exiles cause i didn't see anyone ... Read More
life in gozo
hallo all! i've been in malta for almost 2 months working as intern and so far i enjoy life here. even before coming i was considering looking for a job and now that i'm here i do so more intensively. i am thinking about applying for a job in gozo ... Read More
Jazz by Toon
if anyone was interested in Jazz they may be interested to know of this "Jazz on the Fringe", a 12-day programme of local jazz music, will bring together some of Malta's renowned jazz musicians to perform in various music venues around Malta. The ...
Do you also know if there is a ticket tomorrow in melliha? Read More
Jazz by Toon
if anyone was interested in Jazz they may be interested to know of this "Jazz on the Fringe", a 12-day programme of local jazz music, will bring together some of Malta's renowned jazz musicians to perform in various music venues around Malta. The ...
thank you toonarmy! very helpful! Read More
Jazz by Toon
if anyone was interested in Jazz they may be interested to know of this "Jazz on the Fringe", a 12-day programme of local jazz music, will bring together some of Malta's renowned jazz musicians to perform in various music venues around Malta. The ...
hi toonarmy! is it possible that you give some more info about the location? thank you! Read More
Regular Expat blog meet up by Emma3
Hi everybody! Anybody would like to arrange a group meet up this week for a casual beer in Sliema/st.julians area?:)
good morning everyone! yesterday i went to my first expats meeting! (it sounds like an aa meeting :) ) so i met some people who have interesting stories to share not only about life here! i would like to thank them for that lovely evening! next ... Read More
1st day in malta!!
hi everyone! so finally we are in malta and very lucky i have to say to stay in sliema instead of gzira! the view from the small balcony may not be breathtaking but we get to see the sea!!! i really hope to meet lots of people!! enjoy the rest of ... Read More
tap water by martelli
17 days left before i arrive and i'm thinking: can one drink tap water or do i have to buy bottled water? i will also be grateful if sb gives me prices examples of detergents, shampoos etc. thanks!
patience is a virtue.. that coming from the most impatient person.. i have been looking for supermarkets around gzira instead of making an extended research! :D Read More
tap water by martelli
17 days left before i arrive and i'm thinking: can one drink tap water or do i have to buy bottled water? i will also be grateful if sb gives me prices examples of detergents, shampoos etc. thanks!
all of this is good to know! but i already tried to google supermarkets but with no luck regarding prices. i'll try again and then ask for your help-again. :) Read More
arriva bus-saver card/long term residence permit by martelli
i'll stay in malta for 3 months attending the leonardo da vinci programme. practically i'll be an intern. i've read on the internet that in order to issue the saver card i'll have to get a long-term residence permit. i am an eu citizen. does anyone ...
thank you george! i've been running through old posts about i.d cars etc and have decided not to go for it.. if i'm lucky enough to get a proper job and move pernanently it will at least worth the trouble! Read More
arriva bus-saver card/long term residence permit
i'll stay in malta for 3 months attending the leonardo da vinci programme. practically i'll be an intern. i've read on the internet that in order to issue the saver card i'll have to get a long-term residence permit. i am an eu citizen. does anyone ... Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
i'm not following tearnet.. :( how will i change the plugs? Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
thessaloniki's airport is small and i don't think i can find any adapters. but anyway it's a good thought to ask around in my hometown Read More
eu to uk plug adapter by martelli
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks!
well then, you just helped me shorten my "to do" list for when i arrive! thank you lambada Read More
eu to uk plug adapter
where can i find eu to uk adapter in gzira? are they expensive? thanks! Read More
tap water by martelli
17 days left before i arrive and i'm thinking: can one drink tap water or do i have to buy bottled water? i will also be grateful if sb gives me prices examples of detergents, shampoos etc. thanks!
bonjour frediy! thank you for responding. maybe we can meet sometime since i'll be staying in gzira too! have a nice day! Read More
tap water by martelli
17 days left before i arrive and i'm thinking: can one drink tap water or do i have to buy bottled water? i will also be grateful if sb gives me prices examples of detergents, shampoos etc. thanks!
that was quick! thank you toonarmy! although a water filter is not an option as the accomodation is already arranged. unless there are filters easy to find and install and cheap to buy!!:) Read More
tap water
17 days left before i arrive and i'm thinking: can one drink tap water or do i have to buy bottled water? i will also be grateful if sb gives me prices examples of detergents, shampoos etc. thanks! Read More
vodafone prepaid
i'll keep all that in mind! thank you! spiridonov what exactly do you mean "it's difficult to find something in gzira"? is it such a small place? Read More
vodafone prepaid
good morning everyone! i'll be in gzira by the end of the month and i'm planning to get a vodafone sim card-prepaid plan. where can i buy top up cards? (please excuse my english in this last sentence and correct me i'm wrong) thanks! Read More
hi everyone!
so a dream is about to come true! i'm visiting malta next month for three months as an intern. and i hope to stay permanently! i'm open to any advices regarding life in malta or whatever you can think of!! Read More