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Iain Guilayn

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Lives in GHAJNSIELEM, Gozo

Registration: 27 May 2014

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Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
8 years ago
KizzyD

Moving to Gozo by KizzyD

Hello everyone. My name is Kim and I'm new to this forum so please bear with me! My husband and I 63 and 55 respectively are seriously considering moving to Gozo permanently. We are hoping to sell our home for £ 100,000 and rent long term ...

Iain Guilayn

Hi to you both. There is a well established FB group called GOZONE with over 1800 members. The qroup is dedicated to helping people who are interested in moving to or live on Gozo. All your questions will be answered there. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
8 years ago
Michael1991

Gozo renting by Michael1991

Hello Expats !! Just a quick one. I was wondering if anybody knows any websites or contacts for renting properties in Gozo ( apartment for 2 etc ) DIRECTLY from the owner ?? I am using ihome at the moment but im sure there must be more ways ? I ...

Iain Guilayn

Hi, There is a FACEBOOK Group page called GOZONE. You can make your requirements known there, local people with property to rent will contact you. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
Guestposter56

Shopping in gozo by Guestposter56

Hi, please could you tell me the best place to buy bedding. I need pillows and mattress topper. Thanks deb x

Iain Guilayn

Arkadia or Roma in Victoria will be your best bet I think. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
Dents

Planing the move by Dents

Good evening everyone. We are in the position that I'm sure you all were at one point and would appreciate any help and advice you can give. We are both in our early 50's and think that it is time to make the move to Malta as we both love ...

Iain Guilayn

Hi, where are you planning to live in Malta or Gozo? Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
iainandgabbi

Ex Royal Engineers meet up in the New Year! by iainandgabbi

Hi to all (Don't know how many of course) Ex Sappers out there, I know there a few on the main Island and one or two here on Gozo. Would any of you guys be interested in a meet up in the new year. It makes sense to get Christmas done and dusted ...

Iain Guilayn

Hi Profwhite, As far as I know there is nothing (sadly) planned for Rememberance day here (GOZO). If that changes I will post any details on here and on FB Group page GOZONE. Ubique! Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
MEmma

Is Gozo a realistic goal for me? by MEmma

Hello all I spent a couple of weeks in Malta and am now looking to escape the rat-race at last. I'm 55, could afford to buy something for about £160k and have portable internet-based work that would pay about £3000 a month. I'd ...

Iain Guilayn

There are quite a few good agents but even the best tend to exaggerate when consulting from a distance. Much better to be here and deal direct or wait for PM's from people on this Blog. There is a local FB Group page called GOZONE where group ... Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
kmc

Renting a property - Can anyone recommend an estate agent, please. by kmc

Hi Good forum; thanks! We are looking at moving to Malta and seeing info. on this forum I'm a little concerned about the pitfalls/problems experienced with landlords. It seems that it maybe best to go through an agent and hope that they'll work ...

Iain Guilayn

We used Cube also. Brilliant professional service. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
iainandgabbi

Temp Accommodation in Sliema. by iainandgabbi

Hi All, I will be doing some temp work in Sliema for 4 days this month. Just need somewhere to sleep (and shower in the morning, no food required). the days are 13/14/15/16 of September. Obviously looking for something at reasonable low cost. Any ...

Iain Guilayn

Have now found somewhere thanks to you very helpful people out there, many thanks. Iain Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
iainandgabbi

Temp Accommodation in Sliema. by iainandgabbi

Hi All, I will be doing some temp work in Sliema for 4 days this month. Just need somewhere to sleep (and shower in the morning, no food required). the days are 13/14/15/16 of September. Obviously looking for something at reasonable low cost. Any ...

Iain Guilayn

Hi Duxx, didn't think about Hostels, Do you have any contact details? Much appreciated. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi created a thread
9 years ago

Temp Accommodation in Sliema.

Hi All, I will be doing some temp work in Sliema for 4 days this month. Just need somewhere to sleep (and shower in the morning, no food required). the days are 13/14/15/16 of September. Obviously looking for something at reasonable low cost. Any ... Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
redders_61

smoking ban extension proposals UK by redders_61

Jess Lord almighty ban smoking out of doors to protect smokers from themselvex not to protect non smokers. God help us if that ever becomes a proposal in Malta. Nanny state gone mad

Iain Guilayn

I find it quite ironic that in UK you can't smoke in pubs but they still sell cigarettes and in some cases cigars. Up to now though you can smoke outside, for how long who knows. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
Treyarnon

Wishing to meet expats in Mellieha while we are on holiday in Sept. by Treyarnon

Hi We are considering retiring to Malta in a few years and will be in Mellieha Bay during September on holiday (our second holiday in Malta). We would love the chance to meet someone who is living out there to hear all the pros and cons etc.

Iain Guilayn

Hi, If you make it over to GOZO again you should head for the Band Club Ghajnsielem (pronounced EIN - C - LEM ). Big expat community there, very friendly and helpful people. Not far from Mgarr Harbour so quite easy to get to from the ferry. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
Terry4646

GOZO ACCOMODATION by Terry4646

We are thinking of moving to Gozo when our 12 month contract is up at the end of October. Has anyone got any comments good or bad about Gozo and if good ones where do you recommend to live on the island. And can anyone recommend a good landlord or ...

Iain Guilayn

There is a very helpful FB Group called GOZONE with 600 + members. All questions can be answered by very helpful people in the group. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
orahray

fact-finding mission to Malta - renting for 6 months in Gozo by orahray

In November, my husband Kase and I plan to travel to Malta...more specifically Gozo Will want to rent an apartment for 6 months. Is it better to rent before we get there to ensure a place or find something temporary and look after we arrive? ...

Iain Guilayn

Hi Benny, We (me and wife ) Living in Ghajnsielem. UBIQUE. Read More

Iain Guilayn
iainandgabbi replied to a thread
9 years ago
orahray

fact-finding mission to Malta - renting for 6 months in Gozo by orahray

In November, my husband Kase and I plan to travel to Malta...more specifically Gozo Will want to rent an apartment for 6 months. Is it better to rent before we get there to ensure a place or find something temporary and look after we arrive? ...

Iain Guilayn

It is definitely advisable to rent before buying if that is your plan. There are so many really lovely villages on the Island, you need to experience each one and decide what most suits your wants and needs.It sounds like you will have plenty of ... Read More