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Newbie seeking advice and discussion -HI by E B75
Hi all, just entering early retirement (50) and been researching moving to a temperate climate Just myself and considering a caravan in tenerife (was considering spain but think it can get cols in winter.) Hence the reason for joining up to seek ...

Sounds good! Read More


electrical online by jeffcaz2302
Evening Can anyone help me find an online electrical shop ie like currys in Spain , Almeria / vera playa areas.. many thanks Carol

Thank you for your reply, very helpful! Cath Read More


electrical online by jeffcaz2302
Evening Can anyone help me find an online electrical shop ie like currys in Spain , Almeria / vera playa areas.. many thanks Carol

Sorry! Still trying to get used to the format of the forum! Apologies! Read More


New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Apologies, John. Still getting used to the forum and using the reply button to actual comments made by others on the thread. Cath Read More


Newbie seeking advice and discussion -HI by E B75
Hi all, just entering early retirement (50) and been researching moving to a temperate climate Just myself and considering a caravan in tenerife (was considering spain but think it can get cols in winter.) Hence the reason for joining up to seek ...

Hi! Me too! Any advice for a solo lady, non driver with a PPP dog, who doesn't speak Spanish as yet...looking to move to a pueblo setting in Almeria perhaps next year onwards, Would be a permanent move on a non lucrative visa but with 14 years ... Read More


New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

Hi! I believe taxis can be very expensive in rural areas! But someone told me about BlaBlaCar, bit like Uber? I also understand from your other posts that you have pets? So, if they take a pet (?!?!) it could be great for getting to the vet etc if ... Read More


New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your °µÍø½ûÇø story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...

I've also, via these helpful forums, found a lady called Denise who drives/couriers owner and pets over door to door, literally! This is not a cheap service nor should it be but she advises in advance and checks all your paperwork prior to ... Read More


Looking to make a move by davidt1967
Hi All - Ever since i was a young lad on my first holiday to Ibiza i have always had a desire to live abroad. Now 54 i have decided i want to sell up homes and business in the UK and take the plunge. However only half of me is ready to slow ...

Hi! I'm in the same position so I will follow this with interest. I'm thinking Almeria? My specific issues around a move are finding good vets who speak English as I am a non driver! Don't want to live in a busy town but not all villages ... Read More


electrical online by jeffcaz2302
Evening Can anyone help me find an online electrical shop ie like currys in Spain , Almeria / vera playa areas.. many thanks Carol

Hi! This may be a crazy question but........can you bring a UK fridge freezer over and just change the plug, or..........also, if I were to bring my UK all gas range, which is LPG convertible, would that be viable. Also, an English TV etc, can you ... Read More


What do you hate about living in Spain? by Bazseville
Good Morning to all you °µÍø½ûÇøs out in Spain. Don't get me wrong, I love living in Spain, but some things get on my goat. Despite being in Seville for 7 years I still get treated like a guiri most places I go, the litter and dog poo drives me mad, ...

Human sized hot water heater, just spat my wine out laughing! Read More


Van hire Spain to the UK and back by jdfish
Does anybody know a van hire firm (national or Local) near Barcelona Airport that allows you to go to the UK and back? Many don't eg Enterprise, Avis John

Can I ask...if you're moving permanently from UK to Spain, to become a full time Spanish resident, with no more UK home, are you allowed to bring all your wordly goods from the UK yourself, in hired vans or do you have to use a proper firm by ... Read More


Removal companies by tazzyboi2
Hi, hoping to move to La Zenia area in Autumn. Looking for some recommendations for removal companies from central Scotland to the southern Costa Blanca. Probably need the equivalent of 2 Luton type vans. Steve.

Hi! Are you allowed to mention the company? Cath xx Read More


Importing a staffordshire by Jamienicole
Hello! I am wanting to relocate from Canada to Thailand with my dog. She is a Staffordshire bull terrier but smaller than most. 20lbs. I know it’s a restricted breed but if I list her as a mix breed would it be possible to import her? Thanks!

Jamie! How did you get on?? I am a British citizen, living in the UK still but am considering a full time move to Spain next year and I have a Staffy! This subject is very close to my heart so am wondering what happened! Cath xx Read More


Dangerous dogs rules! by treasures
Hi! New member! Considering a full time permanent move to Spain, likely Almeria, in the future and have done a lot of research into moving abroad with dogs...there's a lot of conflicting and confusing information out there! I have a ...

I know I have to register any so called dangerous dogs within one month at the town hall to get a special licence and prove third party liability insurance and microchip etc but I believe you have to get a criminal records check from both the UK and ... Read More

Dangerous dogs rules!
Hi! New member! Considering a full time permanent move to Spain, likely Almeria, in the future and have done a lot of research into moving abroad with dogs...there's a lot of conflicting and confusing information out there! I have a ... Read More