

dvoratreis
American °µÍø½ûÇø in Spain
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About me
American
Lives in Figueres
Speaks English, Catalan
Registration: 16 June 2011
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Pet insurance - How does it work in Spain? Can you recommend? by cavanblondediva
Hello there I have a 3 yr old Bichon Frise, and have had pet insurance since he was a pup - with Allianz in Ireland. Now with me going to live in Spain, how do I get pet insurance for him? Allianz do not offer insurance for Spain. Any advice ...

I have two cats but I don't have the answer to your question. Maybe someone will respond with a more helpful reply. Until then, I suggest if you're already in Spain that you ask at the vet. They should know what companies offers pet insurance. ... Read More


Hello! and Driving licence? by Stephy_c
Hi, I am new to this forum so I'd like to say "hola!' I also need some info on where to go to test for a Spanish driving licence in english. Anyone have any ideas? Any help will be much appreciated. Thanks! steph

I got my Spanish driver's license last year. I went to the only driving school in the village where I live and was able to do the study in English. All the schools get computer programs from the Department of Traffic and they are available in ... Read More


Castilian or Catalan by luchi
Hi, I am originally from Slovakia but have been living in Montreal, Canada for over 15 years. The thought of moving to Barcelona hasn't left me in almost 6 years. I was wondering if someone could advise me on which language to learn before going ...

I don´t understand why anyone would think that people who want to speak their own language are arrogant. It seems perfectly reasonable to me that a Catalan would want and prefer to speak Catalan. That´s his native language. Read More


Hola! Casa Mila pregunta by churro43
Hi, I am an American who will be in Barcelona with a friend from July 2-8. I have been to Barcelona several times so I am familiar with the city. But I absolutely cannot seem to accomplish one goal of mine via the web, so hoping someone here can ...

The Casa Mila is owned by a savings bank, Catalunya Caixa. I went to their website and found a listing for the concerts (Nits de l'estiu a la Pedrera) but could find no way to buy tickets online. Note, however that Friday will be 1 July and ... Read More


Castilian or Catalan by luchi
Hi, I am originally from Slovakia but have been living in Montreal, Canada for over 15 years. The thought of moving to Barcelona hasn't left me in almost 6 years. I was wondering if someone could advise me on which language to learn before going ...

Hi Luchi, All Catalans can speak Castilian, but not everyone who lives in Catalunya can speak Catalan. Most immigrants who come as adults do not learn Catalan, however their children all do because it is the language of instruction in the ... Read More