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Roy

@RoyR5085

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English looking for information about Malta

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Lives in Manchester

Registration: 08 June 2014

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11 years ago
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Air travel for dogs by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone, We are flying out to Malta next Saturday with our two welsh collies (all documents etc in place and ready to go including cages) and never taken them on a flight before and wondering if anyone has any personal experience (good or bad) ...

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Hi there:) We flew via Air Malta from Manchester as other low cost airlines do not take dogs. We have 2 welsh collies (sisters) and weight of them and the cages etc has to be taking into account. Ours were 21Kgs each + cage weight (we bought two ... Read More

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11 years ago

Housekeep & Cook Needed.

I am always willing to learn and thank you for your guidance:) Read More

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11 years ago

Housekeep & Cook Needed.

We are currently in Mosta in a 3 bedroom maisonette and we need to find a trusted and reliable housekeeper/cook with experience and references. Can anyone advise/help? Start at 8am to 10am, Monday to Friday for 6 months. Will need to have their own ... Read More

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11 years ago
stef88

gas bottles by stef88

Hi guys. Just wondering when getting your first gas bottle do you need to pay for the canister then the price to fill it up like in England? And does anyone know the prices? Thanks

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Been here in Mosta now for 1 week (and loving it) and the gas-lorry comes around every day and toots his horn. Paid 10 Eur's deposit and he lifts it inside too. Great service:) Read More

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11 years ago
SillyPennyP

Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP

I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...

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What did she say please?? hehehehe:) Read More

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11 years ago
SillyPennyP

Bringing your pet to Malta - a success story! by SillyPennyP

I imported my faithful family dog into Malta today and it was really very simple. Microchipped, passported, vaccinated against rabies and send off for a permit to travel (which we asked for but they never sent so I had to wait 15 minutes for a vet ...

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Well, Linda and I (eventually) arrived in Malta at 1am on Sunday with our two welsh collies on Air Malta from Manchester and all is well:) Read More

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11 years ago
robpw2

the creation of a new forum category for Disabled persons by robpw2

Would it be possible to create a new forum category so that people who have disabilities etc can debate, provide information et al about Malta and the facilites on offer etc This would be really useful if someone could provide this

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Sent you a message Rob :) :) Read More

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11 years ago
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A 2nd 'thank you' to this site and to all the excellent contributors:) by RoyR5085

Dear Everyone, Linda and I were supposed to be in Malta (Mosta) on 02 August for 6 months but regrettably she has a fall just days before and our flight etc has been postponed and now will be flying out on Saturday with our two welsh collies. I ...

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How does anyone add a new permanent 'topic' to the board on here, such as 'Disability Malta' as would love to add to a debate and respectfully learn more and help moving things along that could benefit others? :) Read More

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11 years ago
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A 2nd 'thank you' to this site and to all the excellent contributors:) by RoyR5085

Dear Everyone, Linda and I were supposed to be in Malta (Mosta) on 02 August for 6 months but regrettably she has a fall just days before and our flight etc has been postponed and now will be flying out on Saturday with our two welsh collies. I ...

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How does anyone add a new permanent 'topic' to the board on here, such as 'Disability Malta'?? Read More

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11 years ago
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A 2nd 'thank you' to this site and to all the excellent contributors:) by RoyR5085

Dear Everyone, Linda and I were supposed to be in Malta (Mosta) on 02 August for 6 months but regrettably she has a fall just days before and our flight etc has been postponed and now will be flying out on Saturday with our two welsh collies. I ...

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Cheers RR, Am becoming more aware of the so called 'hunters' or should I say 'targets':( Linda and I are new to the disabled life (we are late 50's and ex service/business) and I had a stroke and Linda was involved in a 'hit ... Read More

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11 years ago

A 2nd 'thank you' to this site and to all the excellent contributors:)

Dear Everyone, Linda and I were supposed to be in Malta (Mosta) on 02 August for 6 months but regrettably she has a fall just days before and our flight etc has been postponed and now will be flying out on Saturday with our two welsh collies. I ... Read More

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11 years ago
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Air travel for dogs by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone, We are flying out to Malta next Saturday with our two welsh collies (all documents etc in place and ready to go including cages) and never taken them on a flight before and wondering if anyone has any personal experience (good or bad) ...

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Thank you Brayster99:) We can only hope all is in order but very sure it will be:) Cheers, Roy Read More

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RoyR5085 created a thread
11 years ago

Air travel for dogs

Hi Everyone, We are flying out to Malta next Saturday with our two welsh collies (all documents etc in place and ready to go including cages) and never taken them on a flight before and wondering if anyone has any personal experience (good or bad) ... Read More

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11 years ago
tigerlil

Want to retire to Malta by tigerlil

Hello Everyone, Myself and my partner are thinking of retiring to Malta as soon as possible, We are 60yrs of age but more like 40. As you can imagine at our time of life it is going to be a big decision for us to relocate, but it is what we both ...

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P.S. Pleased to meet you and best wishes and good luck:) :) Read More

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11 years ago
tigerlil

Want to retire to Malta by tigerlil

Hello Everyone, Myself and my partner are thinking of retiring to Malta as soon as possible, We are 60yrs of age but more like 40. As you can imagine at our time of life it is going to be a big decision for us to relocate, but it is what we both ...

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Maybe this one is a little better to understand:) http://www.gvthlaw.com/practice-areas/citizenship-immigration-residence It is ok as some of it will stick as it does with us but for us it will be under the 'Economic Self-Sufficiency' test ... Read More

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11 years ago
tigerlil

Want to retire to Malta by tigerlil

Hello Everyone, Myself and my partner are thinking of retiring to Malta as soon as possible, We are 60yrs of age but more like 40. As you can imagine at our time of life it is going to be a big decision for us to relocate, but it is what we both ...

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http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/personalfinance/expat-money/8450766/How-Maltas-new-tax-rules-could-benefit-expats.html Read More

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11 years ago
tigerlil

Want to retire to Malta by tigerlil

Hello Everyone, Myself and my partner are thinking of retiring to Malta as soon as possible, We are 60yrs of age but more like 40. As you can imagine at our time of life it is going to be a big decision for us to relocate, but it is what we both ...

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Linda & I were there in the last week of October last year and it was 27 to 29C but have been told it is normally 24C....:) Read More

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11 years ago

LOW PRICE I need Elecrtic SHAVER....

A SHAVER WITH A CAMERA? :) Read More

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11 years ago
mauro1975

working as a waiter in Malta, do you get tips? by mauro1975

Hi everyone, just wondering if anybody here has any experience in the restaurant industry, do you get any tips on top of your salary??Obviously provided that you are giving good service ;-) Thanks in advance..

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We always give a tip when the food/service has been good. I am though learning much here too and taking a lot for granted. I am assuming that on menu's etc that they don't say "service included"? I thought that in most that all ... Read More

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11 years ago

Hiring a A4 Printer/Scanner...

All sorted with thanks to AtomOnLine in Mosta http://www.atomonline.com/en/products/products/233/hp-printer-scanner-photocopier-fax.htm?cat=5 :) Read More

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11 years ago

Hiring a A4 Printer/Scanner...

A little update since. Well all good plans of mice and men they say and we should have been now settled in Mosta from 02 Aug but Linda my wife had a fall just days before going and fractured her ankle and in plaster to 10 Sept and everything ... Read More

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11 years ago
SlavojZizek

EU citizen - staying more than 3 months as a tourist? by SlavojZizek

HI, I am moving to Malta in October, for a few months, and maybe more, I don't know yet. Now, as far as I understand, as a EU citizen, I can stay for 3 months as a tourist, without reporting to anybody, and applying for anything. And, after ...

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Immediately then or after (or during) the 3 months? How do we go about doing that and if we didn't what trouble could we be in? Read More

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11 years ago
SlavojZizek

EU citizen - staying more than 3 months as a tourist? by SlavojZizek

HI, I am moving to Malta in October, for a few months, and maybe more, I don't know yet. Now, as far as I understand, as a EU citizen, I can stay for 3 months as a tourist, without reporting to anybody, and applying for anything. And, after ...

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Hi all, We have a home in the UK. We are going to be here for 6 months and we have rented a house in Mosta. Are we tourists or a residents? Not sure what to report or to who and when? Cheers, Roy Read More

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11 years ago
Toon

Leaving - moving on by Toon

well ladies and gents the time has come for us to say bye bye to Malta - we are leaving for a multitude of reasons and not one specific reason. We have largely enjoyed our stay here for the last 6 yrs but as i have said many times - we knew it ...

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I have read your posts going back some years on here and without a doubt you personally have already helped Linda & me have been very happy with your guidance, advice & information that you have given. It is certainly an end of an era for ... Read More

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11 years ago
TheBeatles007

Real Estate - Property Rentals by TheBeatles007

Hi I am totally new here and was wondering which agency I should use while looking for property in Malta?

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Well done Johanna we seem to have a success due to you and friends as my landlord has now agreed to change us from the higher rate (domestic) to the lower rate (residential)....excellent and thank you!! Roy & Linda Read More

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11 years ago
TheBeatles007

Real Estate - Property Rentals by TheBeatles007

Hi I am totally new here and was wondering which agency I should use while looking for property in Malta?

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Hi Johanna, many thanks but the link didn't work for me but have asked to join your FB group. We are not expecting (hopefully) any problems with this but as we understand it we should be on the residential rate preferable as this being the lower ... Read More

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12 years ago
TheBeatles007

Real Estate - Property Rentals by TheBeatles007

Hi I am totally new here and was wondering which agency I should use while looking for property in Malta?

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Hi Johanna MacRae, Thank you for everything. I will certainly will ask him to sign it but wondering what to do if he doesn't? Do you have a copy of it that you can email to me? I will insist (as best as I can) that he puts us on the ... Read More

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12 years ago

Would like to learn italian

This may help also:) rosettastone.co.uk/lp/tukrsa1/?gclid=CPbLhL_gzr8CFa_LtAodY2sA2g&rsi=tuk1&cid=se-br-gg-uk-2014&rd=0&s_tnt=68244:1:0 Read More

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12 years ago
TheBeatles007

Real Estate - Property Rentals by TheBeatles007

Hi I am totally new here and was wondering which agency I should use while looking for property in Malta?

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That is what you have to watch out for...Landlords don't even know about the 2 tariffs (or don't want to admit.) It's not commercial and normal, it's domestic or residential. That is what you need to find out from the landlord. It ... Read More

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12 years ago
TheBeatles007

Real Estate - Property Rentals by TheBeatles007

Hi I am totally new here and was wondering which agency I should use while looking for property in Malta?

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Thank you all for this thread and although we have signed a contract and it asks only for me to submit the readings when we arrive it does not state what tariffs we will be on etc? I emailed the agent earlier and I received this... "I am not ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Hi JVaughn, Just a quick up date. We have just made our first home delivery order to 'petshopmalta' after checking out their prices as best as we could and the bonus is that they will deliver for us on Sunday 03 Aug as we arrive at 1am that ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Sandfly by RoyR5085

Hi everyone and especially dog owners:) I am being told that Sandfly may be a serious concern when taking our dogs to Malta and I am hoping that people here can give me the reality of the situation and anyone else have these worries or indeed have ...

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Just reading this too :) http://www.blog-jess.com/2012/04/dangers-of-sandfly-in-malta.html Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Brilliant robpw2...thank you:) Roy Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Good morning JVaughn, We will look at Scotts and Tower as well. We had not come across Tower before until now. We will be in Mosta and we have signed up with 'petshopmalta' and have asked if they deliver there too. Thank you! Roy Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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p.s. If we cannot afford our every day groceries then of course we should not be actually going!! Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Hi Duxx, No not really but we did go to a few and got an idea that is all. Not having the time as we were not going to actually buy too much as staying in a hotel. We did buy from local traders, fruit & etc. I think this was not really the most ... Read More

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12 years ago

A real thank you!

Just to say a huge thank you to everyone who manages and runs this site and to all members who have contributed to my sometimes naïve posts and threads but in the end....you have provided immense good advice and guidance of which we would never ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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WOW!! Anyway, just to answer you in more detail. Yes, we visited twice staying in the Fortina in Sliema. The first time was just a holiday after my wife was involved in a car accident and after 6+ months in hospital to just get away. We fell in ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Very, very outdated and almost laughable at the prices...Sorry, but a gross miscalculation!!Was wondering and could not see a date either...how far out do you think? Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Just came across this:) http://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/city_result.jsp?country=Malta&city=Mosta Read More

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12 years ago
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British TV (news etc) in Malta? by RoyR5085

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ...

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This will do us. Thank you everyone. Cheers Roy Read More

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12 years ago
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British TV (news etc) in Malta? by RoyR5085

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ...

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...and how do you get Filmon on Malta? (p.s. I only have one brain cell). Read More

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12 years ago
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Sandfly by RoyR5085

Hi everyone and especially dog owners:) I am being told that Sandfly may be a serious concern when taking our dogs to Malta and I am hoping that people here can give me the reality of the situation and anyone else have these worries or indeed have ...

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Just tried to upload a picture of our collars which covers sandfly, ticks and mosquitoes (but doesn't work here) but once a month 'spot-on' as well (it seems) won't hurt either. Roy Read More

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12 years ago
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British TV (news etc) in Malta? by RoyR5085

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ...

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For British/USA/Other news...Which is the best? Read More

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12 years ago
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Sandfly by RoyR5085

Hi everyone and especially dog owners:) I am being told that Sandfly may be a serious concern when taking our dogs to Malta and I am hoping that people here can give me the reality of the situation and anyone else have these worries or indeed have ...

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Our vet here has considered everything before embarking on our long trip for 6 months with our 2 border collies and he has renewed their boosters, got their passports, Advantix collars, wormers tablets and Advantix 'spot-on' treatment (under ... Read More

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12 years ago
RoyR5085

British TV (news etc) in Malta? by RoyR5085

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ...

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Are we on the right track if we buy from here...? http://www.homeledmalta.com/android-tv-box Cheers, Roy Read More

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12 years ago
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Supermarket cost comparison? by RoyR5085

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ...

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Hi maltablues...:) No, we have not looked at Lidl yet but will do so. Trying to look at pet shops too. We move to Mosta in 2 weeks and trying to create a realistic budget :) Thank you. R Read More

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12 years ago

Supermarket cost comparison?

Hi Everyone again, We are trying to compare supermarket prices and although we may have things wrong we are looking at Pavi (http://www.pavi.com.mt/LandingPage.aspx ) and Smart (http://www.smart.com.mt/home.aspx ) but there could be others and then ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Crime in Malta by RoyR5085

Hi everyone, We have just come across this site and it talks about pickpockets on crowded buses and just curious if this is relatively new or escalating ...

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Very good advice MC and thank you. We have been in Malta twice now staying in Sliema and although always watching we have not really come across anyone who mentioned it all. Linda (my wife) is on two crutches and we only caught a bus once. They ... Read More

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12 years ago

Cold or not?

Good morning Redmik and all, Excellent again...thank you! I am though now very worried about how much meth's drinking is really going on but that is another topic :) Cheers. Roy Read More

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12 years ago

Cold or not?

Hi again everyone, Please can you tell us how cold does it get in Malta at different times of the year at night and what is the best form of heating to use in a 3 bed ground floor maisonette in Mosta? We are getting different information. Cheers and ... Read More

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12 years ago
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Crime in Malta by RoyR5085

Hi everyone, We have just come across this site and it talks about pickpockets on crowded buses and just curious if this is relatively new or escalating ...

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Seems that Malta are trying to sort this out too:) http://www.timesofmalta.com/articles/view/20140709/local/Romanian-pickpockets-jailed-for-nine-months.526906 Read More

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12 years ago

Crime in Malta

Hi everyone, We have just come across this site and it talks about pickpockets on crowded buses and just curious if this is relatively new or escalating ... Read More

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12 years ago
Vicky and Waka

Vets in Mosta by Vicky and Waka

Hi, ~ Our four year old westie collie has developed a nasty itchy rash on her belly and trunk. I have seen two tiny mite type things on her (they don'y loo or move like fleas) and have treated with flea shampoo and a flea collar but it ...

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Hi Vicky, Just curious to see how the pooch is doing etc? All Ok we hope. Roy Read More

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12 years ago
TheBeatles007

Real Estate - Property Rentals by TheBeatles007

Hi I am totally new here and was wondering which agency I should use while looking for property in Malta?

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Hi TheBeatles007, We contacted many in the last 2 months when were searching for properties but so many of them just didn't come back but one did over & over again and showed a real concern until we found the right specific place. Always ... Read More

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12 years ago
Vicky and Waka

Vets in Mosta by Vicky and Waka

Hi, ~ Our four year old westie collie has developed a nasty itchy rash on her belly and trunk. I have seen two tiny mite type things on her (they don'y loo or move like fleas) and have treated with flea shampoo and a flea collar but it ...

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Hi Terry, Many thanks and we will make contact with them/him. I found it for you/everyone as follows: MOSTA ST. SIMON'S VETERINARY PRACTICE. Phone: 2143 2280 53, Giorgio Grognat Street, Mosta. Dr Anthony Gruppetta D.V.M. Dr. Mauro Buttigieg ... Read More

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12 years ago
Vicky and Waka

Vets in Mosta by Vicky and Waka

Hi, ~ Our four year old westie collie has developed a nasty itchy rash on her belly and trunk. I have seen two tiny mite type things on her (they don'y loo or move like fleas) and have treated with flea shampoo and a flea collar but it ...

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Hi Vicky, Excellent question and we would be very interested in the replies as Linda and I will be arriving in Mosta for 6 months on 02 Aug with our 2 welsh border collies. Thanks for posting. Roy & Linda :) Read More

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12 years ago

Arrived in Gozo - are there pub meets around the Sannat area?

Hi Benny, Just want to say hello. Linda and I are arriving in Mosta on 02 August for 6 months to get a better feel for everything after visiting Malta a couple of times now. Also, ex-service. Enjoy and best wishes. Roy & Linda :) Read More

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12 years ago
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British TV (news etc) in Malta? by RoyR5085

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ...

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Thank you very much....Getting it as we speak:) We will be there on 02 Aug so want it all sorted before we arrive in Mosta Cheers. Roy Read More

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12 years ago
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British TV (news etc) in Malta? by RoyR5085

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ...

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Hi Toonyarmy9752:) We are just looking at this on Google and firstly is say it is about £65 and for the UK but not sure how it all connects to either to the mobile or better to the TV etc? We are really looking for News (BBC/Sky/ITV etc and of ... Read More

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12 years ago

British TV (news etc) in Malta?

Can you advise of what TV channels are available in Malta and to whether we can receive any British TV? I have seen this too but not sure about it either? britishtv24.com/ We have been offered to sign up to a TV package with melita.com but if ... Read More

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essexgiirl

Looking for a masionette/flat from 20 july by essexgiirl

HI im intrested to find a masionette/flat near mosta.naxxar f soround from 20 july long let pet allowed i have a small dog price from 350-450 euro can u help? regards Amy

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Hi Essexgiirl, Not sure if this will help but we have been through the same search (Mosta/masionette/pets etc) and one of the best who actually came back to me all the time was the following: Matthew Buttigieg National Dip. Bus. Stud. LETTING ... Read More

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12 years ago
Katia_88

Is there a gym around st Julians? by Katia_88

Hi, Can anyone recommend a gym in the area of Julians, Swieqi, or Sliema? I don't have a car so I need something within a walking distance from Pacaville. Also, can you give me some indication in regards to the prices? Cheers ;)

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I do know that the Fortina has just upgraded their Gym but not sure of the costs. Read More

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12 years ago
PMgirl

The Maltese way of living and doing things by PMgirl

Dear all, I need some advice. I have been in Malta for just one week but now I feel that so far for me Malta has been a great disappointment. I came here intending to stay for a year, but what I went thru for just one week makes me feel like Malta ...

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Please can you advise without me having to go through all the long thread....what happened to PMGirl in this is she ok today? Thank you Roy :) Read More

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movetoMalta

Job opportuntities for disabled people in Malta by movetoMalta

Hello all, I currently live in Antwerp, Belgium, and consider to move to Valletta at the end of this year. I'm unemployed at the moment and wish to move to a country where I will have more chance to find a job. I have many years of work ...

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...and possibly for work too :) Read More

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RoyR5085

Finding an address? by RoyR5085

Hi everyone, Looking for help to find an address but unable to find it on any map? Rapace, Triq San Pacifiku, Mosta What we would like to get is a street view or just be able to find distances between this address and other places for with ...

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Excellent Danex2...just excellent!! Thank you:) Roy Read More

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12 years ago

Finding an address?

Hi everyone, Looking for help to find an address but unable to find it on any map? Rapace, Triq San Pacifiku, Mosta What we would like to get is a street view or just be able to find distances between this address and other places for with ... Read More

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12 years ago
movetoMalta

Job opportuntities for disabled people in Malta by movetoMalta

Hello all, I currently live in Antwerp, Belgium, and consider to move to Valletta at the end of this year. I'm unemployed at the moment and wish to move to a country where I will have more chance to find a job. I have many years of work ...

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Actually, I was thinking more of job opportunities that is all and just asking a general question in regard to the other. When we were in Malta it is shown that they are making great progress in adapting but a far cry from the UK and I have no idea ... Read More

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12 years ago
movetoMalta

Job opportuntities for disabled people in Malta by movetoMalta

Hello all, I currently live in Antwerp, Belgium, and consider to move to Valletta at the end of this year. I'm unemployed at the moment and wish to move to a country where I will have more chance to find a job. I have many years of work ...

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We will be there from 01 August Johan:) Read More

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12 years ago

Mosta - Dog Parks

Quick up date as I have spoken with them and all is well:) facebook.com/pages/Pelhams-Dog-School/200566690079366 Read More

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12 years ago
RoyR5085

Pelham Dog Training & Park - Mosta by RoyR5085

Can anyone more local in Malta try to find out if this is still a going concern and to whether they have other contact details other than the ones below? I have emailed them too but without reply and the only comments on the web site are dated 2012? ...

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Just a quick up date...I have now spoken with them and all is well:) facebook.com/pages/Pelhams-Dog-School/200566690079366 Read More

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12 years ago
movetoMalta

Job opportuntities for disabled people in Malta by movetoMalta

Hello all, I currently live in Antwerp, Belgium, and consider to move to Valletta at the end of this year. I'm unemployed at the moment and wish to move to a country where I will have more chance to find a job. I have many years of work ...

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Hi Johan, So well done my friend. Cheers, Roy Read More

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12 years ago
movetoMalta

Job opportuntities for disabled people in Malta by movetoMalta

Hello all, I currently live in Antwerp, Belgium, and consider to move to Valletta at the end of this year. I'm unemployed at the moment and wish to move to a country where I will have more chance to find a job. I have many years of work ...

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Hi there....the other part of the question was concerning disabilities...how are these dealt with in Malta? Best wishes Johan would be great to hear how you get along:) Roy Read More

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12 years ago

Pelham Dog Training & Park - Mosta

Can anyone more local in Malta try to find out if this is still a going concern and to whether they have other contact details other than the ones below? I have emailed them too but without reply and the only comments on the web site are dated 2012? ... Read More

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12 years ago

Mosta - Dog Parks

Hi Ricky, I was wondering if you could establish if the park is still a going concern as on the web site the last customer comments were 2012 and I have emailed but no reply yet and the number seems to be wrong too. Please don't go to any ... Read More

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12 years ago
RoyR5085

Sandfly by RoyR5085

Hi everyone and especially dog owners:) I am being told that Sandfly may be a serious concern when taking our dogs to Malta and I am hoping that people here can give me the reality of the situation and anyone else have these worries or indeed have ...

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PHEW!! I thought I missed something and I actually never thought of it. Thank you:))))))) Read More

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12 years ago
RoyR5085

Sandfly by RoyR5085

Hi everyone and especially dog owners:) I am being told that Sandfly may be a serious concern when taking our dogs to Malta and I am hoping that people here can give me the reality of the situation and anyone else have these worries or indeed have ...

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Hi Tim....Dog licence?? Really...we need one? Cheers, Roy Read More

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12 years ago

Considering a move: can we bounce off a few ideas?

Hi there, Linda & I will be there in August for 6 months as we feel this is a better way to fully appreciate everything and then decide our future. We won't see you but wish you all our very best wishes:) Roy & Linda Read More

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12 years ago
pmichelazzo

Internet services - prices and options by pmichelazzo

Dear friends I'm moving to Malta in few months. I'm self-employed making my job over the internet and I need a good internet connection with a big data download amount ( > 100Gb/mo). Which options that I have in Malta and the prices? Those options ...

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looks like....the deal he has just sent me is discounted as well though :) Read More

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12 years ago

Sandfly

Hi everyone and especially dog owners:) I am being told that Sandfly may be a serious concern when taking our dogs to Malta and I am hoping that people here can give me the reality of the situation and anyone else have these worries or indeed have ... Read More

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12 years ago

Mosta - Dog Parks

Hi Ricky, Thank you for asking and good to hear good news as well. Our 2 are very well trained and we are looking for the park to sometimes take them for a day where they can still get fit and shelter etc under supervision too. We don't have the ... Read More

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12 years ago

Target Practice ...so very cruel!!

Now, this is very upsetting!! http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/bill-oddie-demands-end-maltas-3693168 Read More

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12 years ago

Moving to Mosta

Hi M & M :) We won't be driving this time and they will be flying out and will be brought to our new house hopefully on the same day. Cheers, R & L :) Read More

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12 years ago
pmichelazzo

Internet services - prices and options by pmichelazzo

Dear friends I'm moving to Malta in few months. I'm self-employed making my job over the internet and I need a good internet connection with a big data download amount ( > 100Gb/mo). Which options that I have in Malta and the prices? Those options ...

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I will be there on 01 August for 6 months so also wondering what to do. Roy & Linda Read More

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12 years ago

Learning Maltese?

I am just curious but as expat learnt the Maltese language since moving to Malta or using the language in every day life...do the Maltese people have an expectation that you should do? Read More

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12 years ago

Moving to Mosta

Hi Everyone, Just a quick thank you again for all your valuable time , advice and information as we have found our perfect property to rent for 6 months (first step) in Mosta and Linda and our 2 welsh border collies will be moving in on Fri 01 ... Read More

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12 years ago

Just a quick thank you!

Hi again Matt (and Maria), Without this site and the good people here this would have taken forever to do this move and saying that we have found a place to rent (for 6 months) as we wanted in Mosta and signing the contract in the morning and will ... Read More

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12 years ago

EUROPEAN HEALTH INSURANCE CARDS (EHIC)...?

I have just been sent this by a friend and others seem to suggest that this is true too. Any comments welcome. EUROPEAN HEALTH INSURANCE CARDS (EHIC)... IT IS FREE TO RE-NEW!! BEWARE & READ ON PLEASE.......... This could save some ... Read More

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12 years ago
RoyR5085

Good and bad in Mosta? by RoyR5085

We love Malta and indeed we will be moving there very soon but like everywhere in the world there are always good and bad area's. Having been there now a few times I really cannot find the bad. We want to live in Mosta and wondering if anyone ...

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Hi Matt, You are welcome. I find this an excellent site run by the same too. Apparently there are 3 parks and 2 are government run but this one allows 'off the lead' walk/runs etc and as you know collies have to run. We are hoping to be ... Read More

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12 years ago
GianC

Orthopaedic by GianC

Hi! Does anyone know about the best orthopaedic in Malta? Thanks! Giancarlo

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I did come this across... Dr. Sciberras Carmel Orthopaedic Surgery Address: Rotunda Pharmacy, Mosta, Malta Tel: +356 21 4111 197 Specialism: Orthopaedic Surgery - ... Read More

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12 years ago

Travelling with dogs in taxi's or buses?

Hi again everyone, Any advice or information/rules etc in regard to every day travelling with dogs in with taxi's, public buses or other types of buses etc? I am learning that you can have a lap dog only but not sure and whether a taxi will ... Read More

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12 years ago

Mosta - Dog Parks

I am sure this will have been posted before but can anyone update me or give their comments and experiences of using the Pelham Dog Park in Mosta? pelhamdogtraining.com Thank you. Roy Read More

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12 years ago

Just a quick thank you!

Just a quick thank you to everyone here for their excellent contributions and your valuable time in providing such great information. So well done!! Roy & Linda :) Read More

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RoyR5085

Good and bad in Mosta? by RoyR5085

We love Malta and indeed we will be moving there very soon but like everywhere in the world there are always good and bad area's. Having been there now a few times I really cannot find the bad. We want to live in Mosta and wondering if anyone ...

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Thank you for great advice. Read More

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RoyR5085

Good and bad in Mosta? by RoyR5085

We love Malta and indeed we will be moving there very soon but like everywhere in the world there are always good and bad area's. Having been there now a few times I really cannot find the bad. We want to live in Mosta and wondering if anyone ...

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Hi there:) Pleased to meet you and thank you for your reply and we wish you immense enjoyment and good luck for your move. Linda & I will be moving there in July/August onwards and soon to take up a 6 month rental property. We have chosen ... Read More

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12 years ago

'Hit & Run' incidents & vehicle accidents?

I am reading on here (and during visits to Malta) of the poor calibre of driving in Malta and wondering of how many of these types of events occur and how emergency services deal with such? Read More

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12 years ago

Good and bad in Mosta?

We love Malta and indeed we will be moving there very soon but like everywhere in the world there are always good and bad area's. Having been there now a few times I really cannot find the bad. We want to live in Mosta and wondering if anyone ... Read More

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12 years ago
kamio27

Apartment/House Wanted Mosta Area by kamio27

Hi guys, Moving to Malta in the next 6 weeks from the UK. Looking for a long term rental apartment/house in a safe and nice area of either Mosta or birkirkara. Needs to be 2 bedrooms or more and it can be first or second floor (but needs a ...

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Please PM me too...thank you:) Read More

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retiring to malta by adele21

Hi there, my name is Sue my husband is Stuart. We are making plans to move to Malta, be it at the early stages of planning. We looked at some apartments in June of this year and would like information on what to do next basically. We are in touch ...

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Could I trouble you georgeingozo to email me the same? Thank you. Roy Read More

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