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Forum: Spain
Feb 23rd 2015, 3:35 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,165
Posted By time4tea

Re: How did you rent your first property

Yes, it does sound ironic but the internet is a strange place. It's VERY easy for someone to set up a genuine looking website, etc. and look as professional as hell, all great until you arrive and...
Forum: Spain
Feb 23rd 2015, 3:27 am
Replies: 20
Views: 2,244
Posted By time4tea

Re: mosquitos!!

True, they do need still water to lay their eggs in and to hatch from so a running stream is not a good habitat for them. However, where there is a stream or river, there is a much higher chance of a...
Forum: Spain
Feb 22nd 2015, 11:03 am
Replies: 19
Views: 26,713
Posted By time4tea

Re: Car accessory shops

The two big ones are Norauto - Neumáticos baratos, baterías, autoradios, portabicicletas: Norauto (http://www.norauto.es/?utm_source=portail&utm_medium=lien&utm_term=norautoes) , which is the most...
Forum: Spain
Feb 22nd 2015, 10:46 am
Replies: 13
Views: 1,165
Posted By time4tea

Re: How did you rent your first property

By all means use the net to search for a suitable place but NEVER part with any money until you are either in a proper letting agents office or have the keys in your hands. It is a wise investment to...
Forum: Spain
Feb 22nd 2015, 10:26 am
Replies: 20
Views: 2,244
Posted By time4tea

Re: mosquitos!!

Would help if you told us what area you're interested in, Spain is a huge country with many different types of habitat. I currently live in the Costa Del Sol and on the coast at least, haven't had...
Forum: Spain
Feb 19th 2015, 3:30 am
Replies: 21
Views: 2,139
Posted By time4tea

Re: Getting to Valencia from Denia

Did you read the title? Am I the only one wondering why people are even mentioning Benidorm? What has that to do with getting to VALENCIA?

It's like asking "can I get a train from London Victoria...
Forum: Spain
Feb 14th 2015, 12:30 pm
Replies: 69
Views: 7,146
Posted By time4tea

Re: Start of a new life....

Of course they can, the UK has one of the easiest systems in Europe. All you need to do to buy a car is agree the sale with the seller. Then, you sign the registration document (also known as the...
Forum: Spain
Feb 14th 2015, 12:06 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 2,479
Posted By time4tea

Re: left hand drive car

You will find this website usefull - Car Import to Spain (http://www.michaelbriant.com/car_import.htm)
Forum: Spain
Feb 14th 2015, 3:32 am
Replies: 69
Views: 7,146
Posted By time4tea

Re: Start of a new life....

Yes, I'm only going from personal experience and what friends of mine have done. It does seem to vary from province to province, basically, this is Spain and nothing is simple! The original point...
Forum: Spain
Feb 13th 2015, 5:33 am
Replies: 21
Views: 2,139
Posted By time4tea

Re: Getting to Valencia from Denia

Yes, the Denia Benidorm line was working as far back as Nov 2013, however, isn't this thread about Denia to Valencia? There is deff' no rail link but the bus link isn't that bad, efficient, clean and...
Forum: Spain
Feb 13th 2015, 5:21 am
Replies: 69
Views: 7,146
Posted By time4tea

Re: Start of a new life....

Yes, thats what I was told and what I was passing on. As for getting a car, no, the two are obviously not linked, of course you can get a car if you rent but ONLY if you are registered in Spain. You...
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Feb 12th 2015, 12:21 pm
Replies: 4
Views: 559
Posted By time4tea

Re: Hi from UK couple in Spain

No, my business name is not the one I chose for my username here, it just seemed appropriate that's all. Also, the bit you censored from my post wasn't either, I simply stated what kind of business...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 6:04 am
Replies: 69
Views: 7,146
Posted By time4tea

Re: Start of a new life....

Disagree with what? The weather? The rental market? Sorry, but I've lived in Spain for 5 years, including 2 years in Catalonia and can only offer my opinion and advise. I recently moved and spent...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 5:54 am
Replies: 0
Views: 640
Posted By time4tea

Anyone recommend PC repair on Costa Del Sol?

I'm based in between Fuengirola and Marbella and am looking for recommendations for a PC repair shop in the area. I know a place in Estepona but thought I'd ask if there are any closer that you guys...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 5:50 am
Replies: 9
Views: 6,694
Posted By time4tea

Re: Estepona - Manilva - Sabinillas

I would recommend the Manilva area. I lived in Duquesa a couple of years ago and loved it, it's easy to get to Gib' to the West and the shopping areas and nightlife of Estepona and Marbella to the...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 5:41 am
Replies: 3
Views: 940
Posted By time4tea

Re: Taking dog to Mijas Malaga

Sorry but no dogs are allowed on any public transport in Spain, unless they are registered guide dogs of course. A pain I know.

Correction... you can if its under 10kg and in a pet carrier but...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 5:34 am
Replies: 22
Views: 7,661
Posted By time4tea

Re: Satellite TV versus IPTV

Yes, IPTV or simply streaming online can never be 100% reliable and it's true to say that your area has a huge effect on the final solution. The is simply no right or wrong answer here. All I can...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 4:46 am
Replies: 69
Views: 7,146
Posted By time4tea

Re: Start of a new life....

No one has mentioned climate. You say you want to winter in Spain and are looking from Barcelona down. Well, I can tell you that I used to live in Catalonia and the winters there can be comparible...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 4:36 am
Replies: 9
Views: 1,244
Posted By time4tea

Re: Moving to Spain

I already replied in the Welcome forum but Hi again anyway. I agree that one year before her GCSEs does seem like a bit of bad timing but I'm sure you guys have talked this though and have your...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 4:30 am
Replies: 22
Views: 7,661
Posted By time4tea

Re: Satellite TV versus IPTV

Since the switchover in Feb last year, I have not found ONE person who has reliable UK tv through a dish im afraid. It is possible but you need a HUGE dish, 1.8m is far too small, and even then you...
Forum: Spain
Feb 12th 2015, 4:21 am
Replies: 21
Views: 2,139
Posted By time4tea

Re: Getting to Valencia from Denia

Back to the original question, no, there is deffinatelly no rail link, bus is your only option im afraid. I've done the journey myself a couple of times. However, its not all bad, the bus link is...
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Feb 12th 2015, 4:14 am
Replies: 5
Views: 722
Posted By time4tea

Re: moving to spain

You pretty much need to focus on two areas, the Costa Del Sol or Benidorm / Murcia as they are the two major UK expat areas.

As you can see from my details, im in the Costa Del Sol and know that...
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Feb 12th 2015, 4:08 am
Replies: 6
Views: 560
Posted By time4tea

Re: Moving to the costa del sol

Yes, I'm sure the Spanish forum would get you more replies but as a Spanish resident myself, I can tell you that things look promising. However, can't say more without knowing what kind of business...
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Feb 12th 2015, 4:04 am
Replies: 3
Views: 447
Posted By time4tea

Re: Pets in portugal

In all of Europe, Portugal is the only place ive actually had my dogs pet passport checked so I would recommend making sure it is upto date. Best advice is to ask your Vet, they will know what each...
Forum: The Welcome Inn
Feb 12th 2015, 4:02 am
Replies: 4
Views: 559
Posted By time4tea

Smile Hi from UK couple in Spain

Hi all, we are a British couple, living in the Costa Del Sol area of Spain and though I'd better introduce ourselves as I've found the forum useful.

I personally have been living in Spain for a...
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