Ono...work this one out.
Mar 5th 2013 | 2:48 am
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Re: Ono...work this one out.
This concept happens everywhere, even in the UK. It is why a single journey on London public transport costs so much money, because only tourists buy them. All the locals have travelcards
Mar 5th 2013 | 2:55 am
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Re: Ono...work this one out.
I forgot to add that the Ono rep suggested that my friend put the contract in her own name too and not the applicants name..it all sounds very odd.
But like I said she has lived in the same area of Valencia city for 32 years..is in business herself so is unlikely to be taken for a ride.
But like I said she has lived in the same area of Valencia city for 32 years..is in business herself so is unlikely to be taken for a ride.
Mar 5th 2013 | 3:23 am
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Mar 5th 2013 | 4:01 am
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I repeat, I lived in London when Ken Livingston doubled the price of a single journey on the tube, justifying it by saying that this type of ticket is only ever bought by tourists
I love the warm and friendly Spanish customer service and all the perks that being a "local" brings. Its one of the reasons why I choose to live and bring up my children in Spain, despite all its economic failings!
Mar 5th 2013 | 4:12 am
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Re: Ono...work this one out.
What a load of rubbish
I repeat, I lived in London when Ken Livingston doubled the price of a single journey on the tube, justifying it by saying that this type of ticket is only ever bought by tourists
I love the warm and friendly Spanish customer service and all the perks that being a "local" brings. Its one of the reasons why I choose to live and bring up my children in Spain, despite all its economic failings!
I repeat, I lived in London when Ken Livingston doubled the price of a single journey on the tube, justifying it by saying that this type of ticket is only ever bought by tourists
I love the warm and friendly Spanish customer service and all the perks that being a "local" brings. Its one of the reasons why I choose to live and bring up my children in Spain, despite all its economic failings!
You still seem to be living in your own parallel universe C'man.
Being local and familiar to any business, anywhere in the world will always be expected to get you decent service, but that's no excuse for treating strangers like something the cat's just dragged in.
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Mar 5th 2013 | 4:20 am
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What can I put that down to? Its either that I have a very positive outlook or that I only ever speak in Spanish on the street - or a combination of the two
Mar 5th 2013 | 4:25 am
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Well obviously, since my experiences in 6 years of living in 3 very different parts of Spain are so contrary to everyone elses on here
What can I put that down to? Its either that I have a very positive outlook or that I only ever speak in Spanish on the street - or a combination of the two
What can I put that down to? Its either that I have a very positive outlook or that I only ever speak in Spanish on the street - or a combination of the two
Mar 5th 2013 | 5:13 am
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Genuine question. Does Spain have anti-racism laws like the UK ?
Mar 5th 2013 | 5:50 am
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Re: Ono...work this one out.
Illegal practicies in Spain, really? 
Personally I love the way we get lots of free and cheap goodies from the local shops to encourage us to come back. My son gets balloons, toys, pastries etc from the panaderia and fruteria
One thing I've noticed is that Spanish businesses constantly undercharge according to their quote. Removals companies, garages, taxis, furniture shops, bathroom shops have all quoted me a price for a work or product, but then when they deliver they have charged me less than they quoted - which is a nice surprise, but doesnt make much sense business wise
And there are numerous occassions when in El Corte Ingles, Decathlon etc the price charged has been much less than that stated on the ticket, normally they say its because they havent changed the ticket yet - again doesnt make much sense
Maybe its because I am British like steviedeluxe says
Personally I love the way we get lots of free and cheap goodies from the local shops to encourage us to come back. My son gets balloons, toys, pastries etc from the panaderia and fruteria
One thing I've noticed is that Spanish businesses constantly undercharge according to their quote. Removals companies, garages, taxis, furniture shops, bathroom shops have all quoted me a price for a work or product, but then when they deliver they have charged me less than they quoted - which is a nice surprise, but doesnt make much sense business wise
And there are numerous occassions when in El Corte Ingles, Decathlon etc the price charged has been much less than that stated on the ticket, normally they say its because they havent changed the ticket yet - again doesnt make much sense
Maybe its because I am British like steviedeluxe says
Mar 5th 2013 | 8:14 pm
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Re: Ono...work this one out.
I think what cman is trying to say is that the right attitude and a friendly nature can get you a long way. I often ask something like this "dame el precio españolas por favor, porque aunque estoy Inglés no soy rico" A little twinkle in the eye with a phrase like this can work wonders.
Mar 5th 2013 | 8:32 pm
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I think what cman is trying to say is that the right attitude and a friendly nature can get you a long way. I often ask something like this "dame el precio españolas por favor, porque aunque estoy Inglés no soy rico" A little twinkle in the eye with a phrase like this can work wonders.
But you've got the right idea
Mar 5th 2013 | 8:42 pm
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It's not offensive! It's realistic. I'm not going to beat around the bush anyway for the sake of not hurting somebody's sensibilities and then pay double for my diplomacy! And yes, in my opinion being ripped off is the default setting here. They do it with no level of malice at all. It's just if they can get more it seems to be popular nature here to try it on.
Mar 5th 2013 | 8:44 pm
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Well I think all 2 tier prices will all go by the wayside because of the new rules that were brought out in jan 2013.
As every item has to shown in detail along side the price, I don´t think it will be possible for lower prices for locals
Unless they itemise as:
coffee guiri 2.00
coffee non-guiri 1.00
(although I must admit I have never experienced a difference in price between regulars and non regulars).
As every item has to shown in detail along side the price, I don´t think it will be possible for lower prices for locals
Unless they itemise as:
coffee guiri 2.00
coffee non-guiri 1.00
(although I must admit I have never experienced a difference in price between regulars and non regulars).
Mar 5th 2013 | 8:51 pm
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Well I think all 2 tier prices will all go by the wayside because of the new rules that were brought out in jan 2013.
As every item has to shown in detail along side the price, I don´t think it will be possible for lower prices for locals
Unless they itemise as:
coffee guiri 2.00
coffee non-guiri 1.00
(although I must admit I have never experienced a difference in price between regulars and non regulars).
As every item has to shown in detail along side the price, I don´t think it will be possible for lower prices for locals
Unless they itemise as:
coffee guiri 2.00
coffee non-guiri 1.00
(although I must admit I have never experienced a difference in price between regulars and non regulars).
Mar 5th 2013 | 8:57 pm
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Re: Ono...work this one out.
bracket.
That way of business will make a few customers happy for a short while, but I cannot see the logic of not charging the stipulated price.
I would feel like a charity case in that instance and ill at ease, and wonder what it is about my apprearance that would make the owner do such a thing?
On the other hand inviting a customer for a drink on the house makes them feel welcome and appreciated.
