wilf
Nov 24th 2012 | 6:32 am
#16
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Re: wilf
Sorry to hear about the flooding, it has looked very bad for some areas on the news. We had some of it ourselves recently in Andalucia and other areas, the damage it can do is just unbelievable.
Nov 25th 2012 | 11:18 am
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Re: wilf
I find some things more expensive and others cheaper.
I would suggest, overall there is not much in it either way.
I would suggest, overall there is not much in it either way.
Nov 25th 2012 | 6:08 pm
#18
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From: Playa del ingles...Gran Canaria..
Re: wilf
Try a week in the Canary Isles.. thing are cheap here if you shop were the spanish shop.. One bedroom apartment around €500 a month all in..and all year sunshine..
Nov 25th 2012 | 8:18 pm
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Re: wilf
thanks for all advice. we have acted pretty quick and are coming over to spain , flight to alicante on 30th of jan 2013 and hiring a car. got some rental properties to see. However, guys, do we need an international driving permit and a credit card to hire a car as we are confused about conditions of hire, or can we just take our uk licences and debit cards or cash. thanks.
Nov 25th 2012 | 8:21 pm
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From: ex ex-pat, in Taunton
Re: wilf
thanks for all advice. we have acted pretty quick and are coming over to spain , flight to alicante on 30th of jan 2013 and hiring a car. got some rental properties to see. However, guys, do we need an international driving permit and a credit card to hire a car as we are confused about conditions of hire, or can we just take our uk licences and debit cards or cash. thanks.
Nov 25th 2012 | 8:36 pm
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Edit. Just looked at the T&C's for a few companies, I can't see one that mentions photos. From one of the companies,
I only have a paper driving licence (UK). Is this okay?
Yes, provided that you also show your passport for photo ID.
Nov 25th 2012 | 8:41 pm
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Re: wilf
Haven't got a photo license and never had a problem hiring a car. It's a few months since we have been, but that was still the case then. They ask for passport, but that's all.
Edit. Just looked at the T&C's for a few companies, I can't see one that mentions photos
I only have a paper driving licence (UK). Is this okay?
Yes, provided that you also show your passport for photo ID.
Edit. Just looked at the T&C's for a few companies, I can't see one that mentions photos
I only have a paper driving licence (UK). Is this okay?
Yes, provided that you also show your passport for photo ID.
Nov 25th 2012 | 9:22 pm
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Re: wilf
Possible, though having been stopped with a non photo license before I never had a problem. You said you have to have a photo licence to hire a car, that is not true. I'm simply stating the fact in case the OP doesn't have a photo type, he doesn't have to panic to try and get one before January.
Nov 25th 2012 | 10:27 pm
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Re: wilf
Very few hire companies will accept cash and will require a security deposit. I always use my UK credit card and find it cheaper than using my UK debit card. Check the fees applicable to your credit and debit card.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use My Debit Card or Pay in Cash for Local Security Depoist
Most rental companies require the lead driver to have a major credit card for the local secuity deposit. If you do not have a credit card some car rental companies will accept the secuity deposit in cash or via a Debit Card. This information is held in the supplier "Terms & Conditions" link which is available to view in the screen that shows the car rates (please make an enquiry to see). Please click on the link and check under heading "Documents Required to Pickup Cars".
Can I use My Debit Card or Pay in Cash for Local Security Depoist
Most rental companies require the lead driver to have a major credit card for the local secuity deposit. If you do not have a credit card some car rental companies will accept the secuity deposit in cash or via a Debit Card. This information is held in the supplier "Terms & Conditions" link which is available to view in the screen that shows the car rates (please make an enquiry to see). Please click on the link and check under heading "Documents Required to Pickup Cars".
Last edited by missile; Nov 25th 2012 at 10:33 pm.
Nov 26th 2012 | 3:08 am
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From: Chiclana
Re: wilf
Bear in mind that it can be very cold here in Spain in January and bring warm clothing.
Nov 26th 2012 | 6:48 am
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Re: wilf
retiring to spain. house under offer so should be next year. my friends tell me spain cost of living is very high, surely not as much as UK. Anyone advise me on this say, things like food ., petrol etc. just me and the wife with occassional visits , i hope , by son and partner. we have avarage monthly cost of around 600 GBP per month, not including mortgage and council tax. thanks
Nov 26th 2012 | 11:08 pm
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Re: wilf
I am now paying about 100 euros a month for electricity.
. Do you have a pool pump and use aircon to heat your home?
Nov 27th 2012 | 5:23 am
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