coco77
English looking for information about Gibraltar
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Registration: 01 May 2011
Moving this friday, hey! by winterinspain
Hey! I'm arriving the 6th of July this Friday, in case that would be of anyone's interest ;) I don't know a soul in Gibraltar, but hopefully it will turn out good. Hoping to find a flat in Spain, probably in la Linea. If anyone needs a room mate or ...
Hi flatmate Replying to your PM. I suggest you contact the Gibraltar Government in London, u can find their contact details on-line. They have a list of estate agents they can email you. Regards Coco Read More
Driving license in Gibraltar
Someone mentioned to be to get that sorted before you arrive in Gib and a scooter licence as it takes ages for the paperwork to come through. That's what I am gonna do! Read More
Unfurnished Apartments in Gib and/or La Linea by coco77
Hi All Just wondered if anyone out there know of any estate agents that have unfurnished apartments in Gib or possibly La Linea? What have been your experiences? Have they been significantly cheaper? Thank you! coco
Coco here is a link to some of the estate agents in Gib propertygibraltar.com/index.php?type=To+Rent&town=&minbeds=&minRentPrice=0&minPrice=0&maxPrice=100000000&action=torent I believe this and other links have been posted in the past Best of ... Read More
Unfurnished Apartments in Gib and/or La Linea by coco77
Hi All Just wondered if anyone out there know of any estate agents that have unfurnished apartments in Gib or possibly La Linea? What have been your experiences? Have they been significantly cheaper? Thank you! coco
Christine Thank you, will do that. Will contact some local estate agents too! Cheers. coco Read More
Unfurnished Apartments in Gib and/or La Linea by coco77
Hi All Just wondered if anyone out there know of any estate agents that have unfurnished apartments in Gib or possibly La Linea? What have been your experiences? Have they been significantly cheaper? Thank you! coco
No, I haven't, what difference does that make? Regards Coco Read More
Unfurnished Apartments in Gib and/or La Linea
Hi All Just wondered if anyone out there know of any estate agents that have unfurnished apartments in Gib or possibly La Linea? What have been your experiences? Have they been significantly cheaper? Thank you! coco Read More
Anything happening in Gib 1st Week April/Meet Ups
Hi All I'm in Gib :) Live Show this Saturday and every Saturday at Savannah, Ocean Village. Covers by Stevie Wonder, Lionel Richie and other Motown classics? Performance starts at 9pm. *** 7 April 12 *** Anyone going? I am :) Coco Coco Read More
advice on finding retail work in gibraltar
Hi You can't register with the job centre only recruitment agencies or approach companies direct. Contact the Gib Government in London, they will email you recruitment agencies and any other information you require Regards. Read More
Anything happening in Gib 1st Week April/Meet Ups
Hi Might plan a week in Gib, anything happening 1st week of April? Thanks. Coco Read More
A billion questions about Gibraltar....
Hiya Lucky you going so soon! I would contact Gib Gov in London. I got an email recently from them re health care, still haven't worked it out. There were some contact details. Sure they will have details re point 2 too. Point 3 don't know. ... Read More
TKMaxx
Are there any TKMaxx stores in Spain (also known as TJMaxx)? Thank you? Read More
uk shopping in spain by leeb
Hi has anyone heard of a company called uk shopping in spain i read an advert in the paper that said they can get whatever you want from the uk and they will deliver to expats in spain.
Hi Has anyone come across TKMaxx? Thank you. Read More
Pregnancy in Gibraltar
I would start with Gib Government in Gib and London. Always provide detailed info. Read More
Eager to join you all! by 22joanneb
Hello all :) Just wanted to take the opportunity to say Hi to you all and look for a bit of advice really. There's probably not much that hasnt been posted already and weve read all your advice to other people which has been amazing, but I guess ...
I have contacted agencies both in Gib and London and salaries are not that bad as an Executive Assistant / PA in the financial sector, don't know about gaming. I am retraining too so feel confident that I will feel secure financially! Get the best ... Read More
hi all
Hi There are zumba classes in Gib. I have been in email contact with two people there who know of classes. Let me know if you want me to post links. Also check out my other post of today where I mention two companies that arrange events on the ... Read More
Ex-Pat clubs/meetings by fruitygirl2
Hi, We are moving to live & work in Gib in the next few weeks. I was wondering if there were any weekly or monthly clubs or informal get togethers in restaurants or bars by other ex-pats, so we could get to meet new friends?
Hiya all A friend told me about Costa Women. There is loads going on! Also there is Sotogrande Women too. Keep us posted. Also whilst writing, does anyone know of any good transportation companies for excess luggage? Won't be bringing furniture, ... Read More
Eager to join you all! by 22joanneb
Hello all :) Just wanted to take the opportunity to say Hi to you all and look for a bit of advice really. There's probably not much that hasnt been posted already and weve read all your advice to other people which has been amazing, but I guess ...
Hiya No worries! Have a good holiday in Tunisia! Like most locations, agencies do take their time in getting back to you. When I made email enquiries to the recruitment agencies there, had to follow up with a second one! I was trying to gauge ... Read More
Looking to move over for the online gaming industry by AlexK1229
Hello all, Im just looking for a bit of advice, tips, and maybe even contacts, Im a graduate from the UK, 23, Ive worked in London doing marketing roles, however my passion is to work in the online gaming industry, and to work abroad, so what ...
http://www.pentasia.com/ Good luck :) Read More
Looking to move over for the online gaming industry by AlexK1229
Hello all, Im just looking for a bit of advice, tips, and maybe even contacts, Im a graduate from the UK, 23, Ive worked in London doing marketing roles, however my passion is to work in the online gaming industry, and to work abroad, so what ...
Hi Personally speaking I plan to email my cv to the agencies and/or companies direct and arrange several interviews with agencies and employers. I think you can secure interviews where you are and pay the costs yourself. I guess being there already ... Read More
Eager to join you all! by 22joanneb
Hello all :) Just wanted to take the opportunity to say Hi to you all and look for a bit of advice really. There's probably not much that hasnt been posted already and weve read all your advice to other people which has been amazing, but I guess ...
Hi Best of luck with your plans! If you look under my posts I have job agencies and estate agents. It is more expensive to live in Gibraltar than say La Linea. You could get a 2 or 3 bedroom very cheap in La Linea. I've been to La Linea and it was ... Read More
SEEKING JOB
Hey Great links, don't think I have all those recruitment agencies on my list. Another source I check out monthly is Gibraltar Magazine. Can't be picked up here in London: thegibraltarmagazine.com/ Insight is good also, both updates me on what ... Read More
SEEKING JOB
Hi Contact the Gibraltar Government in London, Charing Cross. They emailed me the recruitment agencies (and a list of estate agents for rentals). Hope this helps. Coco Read More
Ex-Pat clubs/meetings by fruitygirl2
Hi, We are moving to live & work in Gib in the next few weeks. I was wondering if there were any weekly or monthly clubs or informal get togethers in restaurants or bars by other ex-pats, so we could get to meet new friends?
Hi new member Haven't organised anything yet as I'm still in UK but AM about to sign a lease on a very nice apartment in the next day or so! I met some lovely people on our last trip out so have now got 3 or 4 favourite places to meet up for drinks ... Read More
advice please
Hi Karen Have a look under my name, I've posted recruitment agencies. Or you can contact the Gibraltar Government office in London. They emailed me all the details (and a list of estate agents for renting and buying). When we were in Gib last ... Read More
Looking for a flat/house to share in Gib :) by Moheyra
Hi All ! I'll be moving to Gibraltar in about 2 weeks and I'm actively looking for a flat or house to share there. Any advices/tips/contacts will be very welcome. Thanks a lot for your help ! M.
Hiya These are two sites that I know of. housing.justlanded.com/en/Gibraltar friday-ad.gi I've got a list of estate agents that I can let you have. They may be able to give you some leads. Good luck! coco Read More
Considering Moving by CFCRhodes
Hi all, My names Sam and I'm 19 years old. Life in England has taken a turn for the worst and I feel my options are becoming very limited and moving abroad may be the best thing for me. I've been to Gibraltar before and wouldn't mind living ...
Hi Coco, That would be fantastic. Thank you. SamHi Sam This is the agency that has connections in Gibraltar. Got an email from them today. If you need the contact send me a private message. Good luck! :D mortimerspinks.com/contact_us coco Read More
Considering Moving by CFCRhodes
Hi all, My names Sam and I'm 19 years old. Life in England has taken a turn for the worst and I feel my options are becoming very limited and moving abroad may be the best thing for me. I've been to Gibraltar before and wouldn't mind living ...
Hi Sam Here's the list of agencies I mentioned before: EMPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT AGENCIES GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OFFICE The Employment Service is a Job Centre, so people like us wouldn't be able to approach them. Employment Service Unit ... Read More
Considering Moving by CFCRhodes
Hi all, My names Sam and I'm 19 years old. Life in England has taken a turn for the worst and I feel my options are becoming very limited and moving abroad may be the best thing for me. I've been to Gibraltar before and wouldn't mind living ...
Hiya I put a list of recruitment agencies on here, somewhere, can't find it at the moment. I got a list of agencies from the Gibraltar Government in London. They are based near Charing Cross Station. I called them and they emailed me the list, ... Read More
Ex-Pat clubs/meetings by fruitygirl2
Hi, We are moving to live & work in Gib in the next few weeks. I was wondering if there were any weekly or monthly clubs or informal get togethers in restaurants or bars by other ex-pats, so we could get to meet new friends?
Hi Thank you for your reply. I'm sure all will go well for you. I've been researching the idea of relocating since April last year, so frustrating as won't to be there now. The ideal of Gibraltar is still appealing to me, so believe I've got the ... Read More
Ex-Pat clubs/meetings by fruitygirl2
Hi, We are moving to live & work in Gib in the next few weeks. I was wondering if there were any weekly or monthly clubs or informal get togethers in restaurants or bars by other ex-pats, so we could get to meet new friends?
Hi Sounds like the way to go! Lucky you relocating soon. Hope all goes well! Are you transferring out to Gib or did you do it off your own back? I'm hoping to make the move next year and doing as much research as possible! Would love to hear any ... Read More
Ex-Pat clubs/meetings by fruitygirl2
Hi, We are moving to live & work in Gib in the next few weeks. I was wondering if there were any weekly or monthly clubs or informal get togethers in restaurants or bars by other ex-pats, so we could get to meet new friends?
Hiya I looked at meetup.com/ and didn't see anything for get togethers, however there were a few other types of meetups like language etc. You might want to look on facebook as I think I saw something on there. Will see what I come up with in my ... Read More
Visiting 14/15 jan 12
Hi Martin I'd like to know how you got on in Gib, did you arrange to meet anyone? I visited a few times last year and like it. I need to do a few more visits to do a thorough look round and meet some recruitment agencies as the plan is to relocate ... Read More
Help for Hospitality/Conferencing recruitment
Try reed.co.uk/gibraltar Read More
Help for Hospitality/Conferencing recruitment
Hi Andy Take a look under post subject Arriving Wednesday 22 June, I posted recruitment agencies. You might want to contact the Gibraltar Government here in London, they have been helpful. The Gibraltar Magazine, and Insight Gibraltar on-line are ... Read More
Hello
Hi Zeldazeb, Me and my wife are also looking to do the same. We have just come back from Gib after spending 5 days there on a "fact finding" mission and we really fell in love with the place. We are now back in Manchester and the weather is sooo ... Read More
Where do you live
Hi Thanks for your reply. I've stayed in Algericas, I thinks that what you were referring to. The bus services is good from their and I travelled from their to Linea quite often, the last time I was there, also went to Tarifa too. I wouldn't ... Read More
Arriving Weds 22nd June 2011 by gavinbrooks
Hello all :cool: I better introduce myself. Me a UK happily :gloria married man of 16 years, young semi fit 43, always employed but on and off last 3 years, off at the moment. Wife and I contemplated for 3 years if we should switch to Gibraltar. ...
Hi Congratulations on your new job. I have emailed all those agencies and got only a few replies. One agency said "£25,000" would be "ambitious". I was enquiring about PA work and have been working for 20+ years in Investment Banking. I couldn't ... Read More
Salaries in Gibraltar
Harmonie Thanks. Just out of interest does the team have any useful information to provide i.e what is your local knowledge of Gibraltar currently? Or your own personal experiences of Gibraltar? coco Read More
Salaries in Gibraltar
Hi Has anyone researched the salary expectations in Gib? I've done a bit this week, and so far it's dire! I got a reply from one of the recruitment agencies that I emailed and was shocked, although I was fully expecting to take a cut in salary, ... Read More
The schooling in Gibraltar..... by moroccanspice*11
Hi I am trying to decide whether to rent a place in La Linea and work in Gibraltar, or whether to pay a much costlier rent for a much smaller property in Gibraltar, and the only deciding factor is the schooling. I have read that the schooling is ...
Hi Gail I'm in the same position as you and think Gibraltar would be the best option for us too. Spent about 2 weeks researching public transport buses in surrounding areas and it's not that good at the moment, might do a few dumpy runs to see how ... Read More
Where do you live
Armand Basically I am researching the best location to live if I decide to work in Gibraltar, so far the public transport - buses - haven't been good. I've only go the timetable for one bus company so far. The reason I am asking where people live ... Read More
Spanish Lesson Gibraltar - Wanted by Shambo
Can anyone recommend a tutor / class for beginner Spanish lessons in Gibraltar? Thanks
Hi Seamus Thanks for the post. What Estate Agent does Helen work for, would like to check out the properties. Does your rent include water, electricity etc? How do you get your post? Gib is pricy, but if I could have a bargain, when it comes to ... Read More
Where do you live
Hi Please could you let me know where you live and how you get to work in Gibraltar? Thank you. coco Read More
Buses to the Frontier
Hi there Anyone travel to the La Linea/Gibraltar border ok? I mean that you have found buses that regularly travel in the rush over before 7am+ I've only found so far one bus that arrives at Linea at 08.30, and the last bus on this particular bus ... Read More
Spanish Lesson Gibraltar - Wanted by Shambo
Can anyone recommend a tutor / class for beginner Spanish lessons in Gibraltar? Thanks
Hi there Please could you let us know on the forum how your transition has been since living in Gibraltar. How are you finding it? Are you livingin Gibraltar? Do you know what the buses are like? Did your employer help you find a property? I ... Read More
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Hi Claire I've been to Spain this year and visited Gib about 3 times. I haven't contacted the agencies but will email them over the weekend to see what the job situation is like for PA's / Secretaries and Admin's. Need to also find out what ... Read More
Hi
Hi Claire Have a look under my posts and you'll see a list of recruitment agencies. I'm a PA and training in beauty therapy. The plan is to combine the two if I relocate to Gib. There aren't any beauty training in Gib as far as I know, only ... Read More
Arriving Weds 22nd June 2011 by gavinbrooks
Hello all :cool: I better introduce myself. Me a UK happily :gloria married man of 16 years, young semi fit 43, always employed but on and off last 3 years, off at the moment. Wife and I contemplated for 3 years if we should switch to Gibraltar. ...
Julien Thank, I will do that. Regards coco Read More
Arriving Weds 22nd June 2011 by gavinbrooks
Hello all :cool: I better introduce myself. Me a UK happily :gloria married man of 16 years, young semi fit 43, always employed but on and off last 3 years, off at the moment. Wife and I contemplated for 3 years if we should switch to Gibraltar. ...
Hi Gavin Hope you are well. I tried to post this as an attachment, but couldn't figure out how to EMPLOYMENT AND RECRUITMENT AGENCIES Select Recruitment Gibraltar Career Finders Suite 627, ... Read More
Should i stay or should i go? by mrs201
Hi I have recently been offered a job opportunity in Gibraltar with one of the large companys based there. It would be a great career move for me and financially quite lucrative, I have no ties in the UK, and am not happy with my current job in ...
a few useful links to consider to keep you busy during your free time ... Read More
Should i stay or should i go? by mrs201
Hi I have recently been offered a job opportunity in Gibraltar with one of the large companys based there. It would be a great career move for me and financially quite lucrative, I have no ties in the UK, and am not happy with my current job in ...
I don't speak Spanish however have recently downloaded onto my iphone http://www.earwormslearning.com/set_earworms.php which are 200 basic holiday Spanish words vol 1 and there is a vol 2. Its getting me started ... I plan to employ a Spanish ... Read More
Areas to live
Could I ask, what kind of checks did your employer do? I work in the banking sector and they do all kinds of references and credit checks, the latter hasn't been too good although sorting that out, wasn't working for over 6 months due to redundancy, ... Read More
Areas to live
Hi Yeah I'm from London. Don't know exactly when I'll make the move. Right now I'm trying to find out all the information about the area, i.e. accommodation and pay for my experience. As soon as I know everything and sorted a few things out ... Read More
Salaries
Comments noted. I'm in banking, on the admin side. Having an idea about salaries will be included in the overall decision. Will be visiting Gibraltar soon, to find out about the cost of a 1 or 2 bedroom flat, best possible areas to live, transport ... Read More
Healthcare
If I decide to work and live in Gibraltar, please could someone explain the how the healtcare works, is it like the NHS in the UK? Thank you. Read More
Salaries
I read somewhere that the salaries are much lower, compared to London, how true is this? Would I need to open a bank account in Gibraltar, or can I have a salary paid directly in my account in London? Thank you. Read More
Areas to live
What are the nice areas to live and what are the no no areas. Also, what is the cost of a one or two bedroom apartment? I don´t like heights to an apartment on the 2nd or third floor would suit me well. Also, how much would it cost to rent a ... Read More