jojokoko
English expat in Spain
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About me
English
Lives in Almeria, Andalusia
Speaks english spanish little french
Registration: 14 June 2016
New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourself here 1st quarter of 2017 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Emma Where are you based in UK and what part of Spain do you go to? Read More
Long term rented accommodation Alicante, Murcia region by digger79
Hi All, My name is John from Birmingham UK and I'm retired. I am coming over on 12th March for a few days primarily to have a look at furnished long term rentals in a price bracket of 250 to 400 euros. I just want to get a feel for what's on ...
Hi John I was in Almeria for 6 months and paid a deposit before briefly returning to England. Before I left for Spain again, I asked the agent for the inventory. She said it would be supplied when I signed the rental agreement. This was never ... Read More
SUMA LOS ALCAZARES
Hi Johncar Thanks for your reply. I sent the message in November, some time ago. I have tried in the past too. Read More
SUMA LOS ALCAZARES
I am wondering if anyone can help me with getting in contact with the Suma office in Los Alcazares. I found an email address on their web site but no one has responded. I have had to pay my abogado unreasonable amounts simply to arrange payments ... Read More
I am looking for Spanish tutor via Skype by Camembert28
Hola, I am looking for Spanish and German tutors via Skype for my daughter. She is fluent in English, speaks Spanish (A2) and German (A2) Kind regards, Olga
It is *** Hope this is helpful. Kind regards Read More
I am looking for Spanish tutor via Skype by Camembert28
Hola, I am looking for Spanish and German tutors via Skype for my daughter. She is fluent in English, speaks Spanish (A2) and German (A2) Kind regards, Olga
Don't know why the @ sign didn't display on that *** is the correct address. Read More
I am looking for Spanish tutor via Skype by Camembert28
Hola, I am looking for Spanish and German tutors via Skype for my daughter. She is fluent in English, speaks Spanish (A2) and German (A2) Kind regards, Olga
Hi Olga Sorry, my error. It is *** Read More
I am looking for Spanish tutor via Skype by Camembert28
Hola, I am looking for Spanish and German tutors via Skype for my daughter. She is fluent in English, speaks Spanish (A2) and German (A2) Kind regards, Olga
I can recommend Alberto He is very good and gives interesting classes on whatever topic you like. He also speaks fluent English should your daughter get stuck. Just tell him Jo Kelway recommended him. I am sure she would do well with him. He ... Read More
Making new friends for a 69 year old woman by jojokoko
I would like some advice as to where I can find friends in the City of Almeria. I am now living here and like the area and everything very much. However, I have been here a month and am finding it hard to find places to meet people. I do have a ...
Thank you very much indeed. I would love to join the group. I am visiting friends for 12 days but after that will be back. I wish I had known before as I find it very difficult to get to know people despite my fairly outgoing nature. Read More
Spanish Language Courses for, ahem, the more mature...
Hi Sherbetfizz I actually tried the language schools in the various towns first. Private lessons are far too expensive really, around 25 euros upwards I believe. However I was lucky in that I found something online which was a privately run online ... Read More
Spanish Language Courses for, ahem, the more mature...
I had the same problem. Last year I came to Almeria and had to pay for classes on my own as there was no one as old as me wanting to learn or they had no one of my level which further complicates things. It seems that a lot of people stop learning ... Read More
Where to go if a Spanish landlord won't do the repairs by jojokoko
I am having trouble with my Spanish landlady. When I took possession of the flat, there were a number of essentials I had to buy and there was no inventory provided at the time of signing the contract. The woman sacked the agent immediatly I arrived ...
Thanks Paddywack I am not paying anything until she does do the repairs. I have only her mobile number and her postal address. She communicates by Whatsapp and her sister has a flat which faces onto mine. I only took the place because I had ... Read More
Where to go if a Spanish landlord won't do the repairs by jojokoko
I am having trouble with my Spanish landlady. When I took possession of the flat, there were a number of essentials I had to buy and there was no inventory provided at the time of signing the contract. The woman sacked the agent immediatly I arrived ...
Thank you very much for your advice, I will try them. Read More
Where to go if a Spanish landlord won't do the repairs
I am having trouble with my Spanish landlady. When I took possession of the flat, there were a number of essentials I had to buy and there was no inventory provided at the time of signing the contract. The woman sacked the agent immediatly I arrived ... Read More
At 70, living in Arboleas in Almeria on our pensions. Possible? by PamSeventy
Hi everyone, New to the site . Just a few questions. Do you think my husband and me have missed the boat at 70 to move to Spain. We would like to move to Almeria to a place called Arboleas. We would be renting long term. We will be living ...
Hi PamSeventy I am almost 69 and living in Almeria City. I don't know Arboleas but have been to places like Roquetas de Mar, Garrucha and Mojacar. With the two of you, I am sure you will manage on your pensions. The pound will surely rise ... Read More
Living in Aguilas teaching English. would love meet up with Expats. by MissHavisham
Hi, my name is Lesley and I am living in Aguilas. Arrived here in July after two years teaching English in Indonesia. I am relaxing for a while before deciding what to do next! Would love to hear from any expats locally!
I live in Almeria city, perhaps not too far from you. Love the climate and hope you do too. Never too hot for me if it isn't humid as in England, when the sun does appear. Read More
Renting in Alicante- Any English speaking estate agencies? by Paddywhack
My wife and I are retired and wish to rent in Spain for a few years. Anyone know of any English speaking estate agencies who do long term rentals. Any advice welcome. Patrick
Sapphire Properties in Quesada, about 25 minutes by car let properties in the Alicante and Murcia area.They are quite thorough and have quite a portfolio of properties. They are about the best I have found. Read More
Never make a private health insurance with a Bank by Peace.Vegan
Hi dear expats! Never make a private health insurance with a bank
I had the same problem with Sabadell. They told me it was compulsory to have personal insurance even though I have no dependents or spouse because I had a mortgage with them. They charged me over 600 per annum for this. This was quite untrue and ... Read More
Moving to Catalonia. Any good jobs websites ?
**. Would love to meet up if you get to Andalucia. Read More
I am going to be moving to Girona in 2017 by jojokoko
Hi Renee Almeria, where I am in Costa Almeria, Andalucia, is pleasantly warm without being opressive. There is almost always a slight breeze. It is also quite warm in the Winter although I have only been in April, prior to this stay. I have also ...
Hi Renee I am actually living in Almeria, renting a place. I have a couple of properties in the UK which are mortgaged heavily. I got sick of the UK and especially the climate. I have no real ties there and am very much on my own. I am desperately ... Read More
I am going to be moving to Girona in 2017 by jojokoko
Hi Renee Almeria, where I am in Costa Almeria, Andalucia, is pleasantly warm without being opressive. There is almost always a slight breeze. It is also quite warm in the Winter although I have only been in April, prior to this stay. I have also ...
Hi Molly Sorry about the delay, I have only just noticed your message. I am actually living in Almeria at present not thinking of Girona although I would like to see it. I have a couple of properties in the UK but got fed up with the climate and ... Read More
Making new friends for a 69 year old woman by jojokoko
I would like some advice as to where I can find friends in the City of Almeria. I am now living here and like the area and everything very much. However, I have been here a month and am finding it hard to find places to meet people. I do have a ...
Many thanks for your reply, Noel. Catral is about20 minutes drive from Alicante about the same distance from Torrevieja and I bought it 12 years ago. Because of my financial situation I couldn't afford to live in it so had to rent it out, which ... Read More
I am going to be moving to Girona in 2017
Hi Renee Almeria, where I am in Costa Almeria, Andalucia, is pleasantly warm without being opressive. There is almost always a slight breeze. It is also quite warm in the Winter although I have only been in April, prior to this stay. I have also ... Read More
Will Be Moving To Spain in 2017 by SharpMolly
Hello: I am from the USA and am planning to move to Spain. I went to university in Madrid and then continued my government career. I am planning a trip to both Girona (Costa Brava) and to the Costa Del Sol. That said, I will be arriving in ...
Hi Renee I recently moved to Almeria and was using Idealista and Yaencontre who sent me a fair number of places by email. However, because I hadn't yet left the UK I was unable to communicate well. My Spanish is reasonable but only person to ... Read More
Recently living in Almeria
I have come to Almeria to make a new life although it could be considered rather late to do so as I am 69 now. I would love to meet up with others who have come here. It is a lovely city and an excellent place to settle if you want to learn the ... Read More
Making new friends for a 69 year old woman by jojokoko
I would like some advice as to where I can find friends in the City of Almeria. I am now living here and like the area and everything very much. However, I have been here a month and am finding it hard to find places to meet people. I do have a ...
Thanks very much for your reply. It's a pity we are so far away from each other as we could meet up and that would be a very good start. It's sad you have left so many friends in Cyprus. I find that my friends in England are more or less ... Read More
Making new friends for a 69 year old woman by jojokoko
I would like some advice as to where I can find friends in the City of Almeria. I am now living here and like the area and everything very much. However, I have been here a month and am finding it hard to find places to meet people. I do have a ...
Thanks for replying, Primadonna. I am trying to find activities and clubs. The tourist information only had details of things like the theatre, cinema etc so weren't a lot of help as far as clubs go. I go to the odd bar but people are mostly ... Read More
New members of the Spain forum, introduce yourself here 2nd quarter of 2016 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Spain forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hi Rog I know the feeling. I spent a long time trying to get finances sorted but in the end just took off as I thought it was now or never. Andulucia is lovely and where I am in Almeria is just fine. I hope you get over here soon. Read More
Making new friends for a 69 year old woman
I would like some advice as to where I can find friends in the City of Almeria. I am now living here and like the area and everything very much. However, I have been here a month and am finding it hard to find places to meet people. I do have a ... Read More