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Forum: Spain
Sep 9th 2009, 9:33 pm
Replies: 23
Views: 11,973
Posted By sjjs

Re: How much to charge for English lessons?

The issue with qualifications is complex. CELTA is arguably the best qualification but it's very intensive and really only for teachers who have got a few years experience under their belts. It's not...
Forum: Far East and Asia
Aug 17th 2009, 1:53 am
Replies: 6
Views: 1,815
Posted By sjjs

Re: ~Calling all English Teachers~

Getting a job teaching English is pretty easy. The basic qualifications are a degree and a TEFL certificate. For entry level jobs you can take the course online which is much cheaper than an in-house...
Forum: Spain
Aug 17th 2009, 1:47 am
Replies: 12
Views: 4,448
Posted By sjjs

Re: Living in Seville

You should get qualified - usually the basic requirements are a degree and a TEFL certificate which you can get online for a few quid.

There is teaching work available and now is the time to find...
Forum: Europe
Jun 19th 2006, 8:43 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 947
Posted By sjjs

Re: Advice for Exchanging money??

Try smartcurrencyexchange.com. I was advised to use them after being in the same boat as you and they worked well and are reliable.

I'm not on a commission either!
Forum: Europe
May 9th 2006, 7:16 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 998
Posted By sjjs

Re: Greek word?

Of course that makes us all more curious! And we'll be assuming the worst! :scared:
Forum: Europe
May 9th 2006, 7:10 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 998
Posted By sjjs

Re: Greek word?

Well it could be one of dozen different things and it doesn't sound close enough to any of them without knowing the context.

You'll have to reveal all now!
Forum: Europe
May 9th 2006, 6:58 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 998
Posted By sjjs

Re: Greek word?

When they said it to you, what were you talking about or doing?
Forum: Europe
May 9th 2006, 6:41 pm
Replies: 9
Views: 998
Posted By sjjs

Re: Greek word?

Is there a context to help us?
Forum: Europe
Mar 8th 2005, 4:02 am
Replies: 3
Views: 984
Posted By sjjs

Re: Where a good place to buy as far as an investment?

I've been thinking about this, too. (While I'm waiting to stumble across a carrier bag full of money with which I can put my megalomaniac property development plans into action.)

- it's VERY early...
Forum: Europe
Feb 22nd 2005, 10:51 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 673
Posted By sjjs

mortgage brokers - recommendations please!

We're trying to organise an int'l mortgage and were thinking about going through www.MortgageShop.com to arrange it.

Has anyone any experience of these people? Are they any good or perhaps do you...
Forum: Europe
Feb 16th 2005, 8:44 am
Replies: 16
Views: 3,675
Posted By sjjs

Re: Anyone in Greece?

Hi Koukla,

In case you're interested with some friends we've just started a website about moving to Greece.

http://www.greeceishome.co.uk

We're adding info all the time and if there's a...
Forum: Europe
Jan 28th 2005, 11:31 pm
Replies: 0
Views: 634
Posted By sjjs

Mortgate in Greece from UK Company

Has anyone experience of getting a UK mortgage for a property in Greece? Are there any companies you would recommend or avoid?

Thanks!
Forum: Europe
Jan 19th 2005, 5:06 am
Replies: 16
Views: 3,675
Posted By sjjs

Re: Anyone in Greece?

Evia at the moment but moving to the Pelopponese soon. Actually I've been here about 20 years so have got around a bit but I love Athens and spend a lot of time there. Are you thinking of working...
Forum: Europe
Jan 18th 2005, 10:12 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 3,675
Posted By sjjs

Re: Anyone in Greece?

Hi Kristen,

Yes, it's cold, windy and snoy but at least we've got the Spring to look forward to. Where are you headed?
Forum: Europe
Jan 17th 2005, 9:40 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 3,675
Posted By sjjs

Anyone in Greece?

Hi,

Just wondering if there's anyone else on this board who's living in Greece right now (cold weather and all!)?

Sean
Forum: Europe
Jan 6th 2005, 7:21 am
Replies: 38
Views: 4,490
Posted By sjjs

Re: How old are the people on these boards ?

under drinking age (0>18) 15 years diff
18>25 7 years diff
25>40 15 years diff
40+ 50+ years...
Forum: Spain
Jan 4th 2005, 11:56 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 1,087
Posted By sjjs

Re: Am I Mad?

A few years ago I emailed every single English teaching school in Australia and New Zealand asking for a job as an IT person; I got offered two and spent 4 years in Oz.

Along this line could you...
Forum: Spain
Nov 26th 2004, 8:27 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 9,952
Posted By sjjs

Re: Phones in Spain

If you've got an internet connection, have you tried Skype? (http://skype.com)

I've just installed it and last night made a 25 minute call to the UK for about 50 Euro cents. If you're calling...
Forum: Europe
Oct 12th 2004, 9:31 pm
Replies: 5
Views: 851
Posted By sjjs

Re: tips for moving belongings

I had the same problem from the UK to Italy and in the end I solved it by sending it throught the mail. It came as a surprise to find I could do it (especially since this included a bicycle which...
Forum: Europe
Oct 4th 2004, 6:30 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 6,097
Posted By sjjs

Re: What IS wrong with the Brits abroad

The fundamental differences between Greece and the UK make it worth being here. The fact that work is NOT the be all and end all, that entertainment doesn't consist of TV or a dingy pub which shuts...
Forum: Europe
Sep 29th 2004, 9:52 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 6,097
Posted By sjjs

Re: What IS wrong with the Brits abroad

Greece - without a doubt.
Forum: Europe
Sep 28th 2004, 8:47 am
Replies: 26
Views: 6,097
Posted By sjjs

Re: What IS wrong with the Brits abroad

I know the question wasn't addressed to me, but from my perspective I'm not ashamed to be British, just ashamed when people assume that because I'm British I am like the moronic...
Forum: Europe
Sep 27th 2004, 10:57 pm
Replies: 26
Views: 6,097
Posted By sjjs

Re: What IS wrong with the Brits abroad

Very true - but the British who do that would be equally as dumb back home. Fortunately there are a few - a very few - who are grown up.
Forum: Europe
Sep 27th 2004, 11:23 am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,113
Posted By sjjs

Re: Boarding Kennels/Cattery in Greece

Hi Becs,

No children - just the cat & dog!

S.
Forum: Europe
Sep 27th 2004, 12:34 am
Replies: 3
Views: 1,113
Posted By sjjs

Boarding Kennels/Cattery in Greece

Can anyone recommend a good one? We're in Evia but anywhere between here and Athens would do.
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