Digital Nomad looking for cheap digs, southern spain
Dec 2nd 2013, 12:44 pm
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Digital Nomad looking for cheap digs, southern spain
Hey guys,
I work online and have the luxury of being able to live anywhere, but right now I'm still in the UK and looking to stay/live somewhere warmer from January onwards. I was considering Thailand, where I can rent a 1 bed studio in Bangkok for £150 a month, which is obviously very cheap.
However I would prefer somewhere nearer, and I think spain fits the bill. As a bonus I can drive down and have the use of my car.
Are there any cheap but nice areas on the south coast? I'm thinking say, 400 euros a month for a studio, but I'm guessing this is probably unrealistic. I do want to keep the bills down though. I wouldnt mind sharing with a group of expats.
If it helps, I'm a 35 yr old male, im not too interested in night life, although I dont want to be more than 30 mins by car from the action.
Any help appreciated!
Cheers
I work online and have the luxury of being able to live anywhere, but right now I'm still in the UK and looking to stay/live somewhere warmer from January onwards. I was considering Thailand, where I can rent a 1 bed studio in Bangkok for £150 a month, which is obviously very cheap.
However I would prefer somewhere nearer, and I think spain fits the bill. As a bonus I can drive down and have the use of my car.
Are there any cheap but nice areas on the south coast? I'm thinking say, 400 euros a month for a studio, but I'm guessing this is probably unrealistic. I do want to keep the bills down though. I wouldnt mind sharing with a group of expats.
If it helps, I'm a 35 yr old male, im not too interested in night life, although I dont want to be more than 30 mins by car from the action.
Any help appreciated!
Cheers
Dec 2nd 2013, 12:51 pm
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Re: Digital Nomad looking for cheap digs, southern spain
As Concierge for the Spanish section of BE I would like to say hello and welcome.
BE is a very large expat website, so if you have problems finding your way around we have concierges who will try to direct you. The moderators for the Spanish forums are Mitzyboy and Fred James, moderators are there to ensure that the site runs smoothly within the rules of BE. Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderador who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge of the issues of living in Spain. At the top of the page you will find a quirkily named thread called Free Beer which is full of important and useful information. Hope you enjoy your time participating in the forums.
Please let me know if you need any further help.
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BE is a very large expat website, so if you have problems finding your way around we have concierges who will try to direct you. The moderators for the Spanish forums are Mitzyboy and Fred James, moderators are there to ensure that the site runs smoothly within the rules of BE. Problems and complaints should always be addressed to a moderador who will look into the matter and deal with it efficiently and fairly. Our members who post in the Spain Forums are friendly and helpful with a wealth of knowledge of the issues of living in Spain. At the top of the page you will find a quirkily named thread called Free Beer which is full of important and useful information. Hope you enjoy your time participating in the forums.
Please let me know if you need any further help.
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Dec 2nd 2013, 7:50 pm
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Re: Digital Nomad looking for cheap digs, southern spain
Hey guys,
I work online and have the luxury of being able to live anywhere, but right now I'm still in the UK and looking to stay/live somewhere warmer from January onwards. I was considering Thailand, where I can rent a 1 bed studio in Bangkok for £150 a month, which is obviously very cheap.
However I would prefer somewhere nearer, and I think spain fits the bill. As a bonus I can drive down and have the use of my car.
Are there any cheap but nice areas on the south coast? I'm thinking say, 400 euros a month for a studio, but I'm guessing this is probably unrealistic. I do want to keep the bills down though. I wouldnt mind sharing with a group of expats.
If it helps, I'm a 35 yr old male, im not too interested in night life, although I dont want to be more than 30 mins by car from the action.
Any help appreciated!
Cheers
I work online and have the luxury of being able to live anywhere, but right now I'm still in the UK and looking to stay/live somewhere warmer from January onwards. I was considering Thailand, where I can rent a 1 bed studio in Bangkok for £150 a month, which is obviously very cheap.
However I would prefer somewhere nearer, and I think spain fits the bill. As a bonus I can drive down and have the use of my car.
Are there any cheap but nice areas on the south coast? I'm thinking say, 400 euros a month for a studio, but I'm guessing this is probably unrealistic. I do want to keep the bills down though. I wouldnt mind sharing with a group of expats.
If it helps, I'm a 35 yr old male, im not too interested in night life, although I dont want to be more than 30 mins by car from the action.
Any help appreciated!
Cheers
Dec 2nd 2013, 8:21 pm
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Re: Digital Nomad looking for cheap digs, southern spain
400€ is plenty for quite reasonable accommodation. South coast is a big area and, in winter, only warm when in the sun. If your work is on line then the question you should be asking is where can I get accommodation with a good internet connection for €400 as that is not a given.
Dec 2nd 2013, 8:33 pm
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Re: Digital Nomad looking for cheap digs, southern spain
Although I work online, I don't need a "fast" connection, as long as there is wifi, I can use that, and 3G/4g(?) as a backup.
Do you think I can get a nice (not large) studio for €400? I'm finding it real hard to find anything online as everything in english seems to be for holiday lets.
Do you think I can get a nice (not large) studio for €400? I'm finding it real hard to find anything online as everything in english seems to be for holiday lets.
