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Navwoman

Navwoman

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English expat in Cyprus

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25

About me

English

Lives in Paphos

Registration: 19 June 2015

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Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
GuestPoster169

Getting from Ercan airport to Limassol by GuestPoster169

Hi all, I am visiting a friend in Limassol and will be travelling to see her after arriving in Ercan (Lefkosa) airport. What would be the most cost-effective form of transport? I understand that if I can get to Nicosia I can get a bus for 5 euro ...

Navwoman

There is a bus service from Ercan airport to Nicosia Ercan/Girne-Lefkoşa 08:10 09:30 11:00 12:00 13:30 14:30 16:30 18:30 20:00 21:30 23:30 More information on: http://kibhas.org/servisler/ercan Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Chui2

What to bring/not bring? What can I replace easily? by Chui2

I am trying to reduce my shipping considerably. At the moment I have some items that I am dithering about as they are special to us for one reason or another. Can I replace them easily in Cyprus? 1.A set of very good plastic storage containers in ...

Navwoman

We originally shipped our furniture and personal possessions to Cyprus then sold up and when we returned a few years later hoped to buy the equivalent in quality at a decent price. Unfortunately choice is very limited here and at a cost. Many people ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Craig.29

Moving to Cyprus- Need some advice please. by Craig.29

Hi All, I am currently living in Ireland but considering moving to Cyprus. I am looking to chat with locals to get a better understanding of current circumstances, Job opportunities and cost. I will be reviewing previous comments but would love ...

Navwoman

If you do an internet search 'employment in Cyprus' a list of recruitment agencies will come up and then enter the area you would like to live in and area of job expertise and take it from there. From your comments Limassol may be the best ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Toon

Best Wishes by Toon

For the festive season - have fun, enjoy, be happy, be with the people who make you happy and are important to you and above all else .... be safe remember if you drink don't drive

Navwoman

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to residents and holidaymakers. Most of our friends are indulging in a traditional Christmas Day lunch complete with turkey and Christmas Pudding at various eateries around Paphos. If you have nothing planned on ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Kitchy

House Insurance by Kitchy

We have just bought a house in Peyia. We are trying to find the best deal for property insurance and contents. Can anyone help. Thanks.

Navwoman

I went to three insurance companies and was surprised at the difference in quotes for similar cover for house contents and the vehicle. When I went back to Atlantic I showed them the paperwork and renegotiated a much better deal with them. Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Toon

Blog - why so many views and no answers / replies by Toon

this is a puzzle to me - lots of people viewing but few if any replies anyone care to give an answer?

Navwoman

'As someone looking to move out to Larnaca next year, I joined this forum to learn from those who have gone before me'. Just wondered if this will be of more help to you http://www.easterncyprus.com/ Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Cyprus – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Cyprus in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Cyprus you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Cyprus? > accommodation ...

Navwoman

The Electricity Authority of Cyprus (EAC) announced a 4.5 per cent drop in the price of electricity on Thursday that will be applied to November bills, set to be received this month. The measure will affect the 05, 06, 07 and 08 household ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Kitchy

House Insurance by Kitchy

We have just bought a house in Peyia. We are trying to find the best deal for property insurance and contents. Can anyone help. Thanks.

Navwoman

That's a good price Toon - have been paying €111 for €10K cover with Atlantic so will definitely go to Abbeygate when current policies expire. Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Cyprus – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Cyprus in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Cyprus you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Cyprus? > accommodation ...

Navwoman

We live in a 2 bed apartment and over the past 12 months we have paid €311.27. It will depend on how often you use the washing machine, oven and air conditioners and other small electrical appliances. We were away for just under a month so ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Cyprus – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Cyprus in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Cyprus you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Cyprus? > accommodation ...

Navwoman

A person who is renting a property pays one month's rent and a security deposit which is the equivalent of one month's rent when signing the lease. The security deposit will be returned at the end of the lease provided the property is in a ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Cyprus – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Cyprus in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Cyprus you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Cyprus? > accommodation ...

Navwoman

Magsy13 The rental agencies I am recommending are the ones used by people intending to live in Paphos on a long term basis, they are not holiday rentals or for tourists but for people like myself who have made Cyprus my home. We feel happier using ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Cyprus – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Cyprus in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Cyprus you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Cyprus? > accommodation ...

Navwoman

Another suggestion for finding properties that may be helpful as it seems you are looking for a studio or 1 bed apartment. If you enter 'long term rentals + paphos + 1 bed apartment' in your web browser search bar a list of available ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
expat.com

Cost of living in Cyprus – 2015 by expat.com

Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Cyprus in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Cyprus you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Cyprus? > accommodation ...

Navwoman

Plenty of accommodation available and you can often negotiate a lower price. Important to find out exactly what is included in the rent. It is usual for utilities and rates to be an additional charge. However, if you find a place on a complex then ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
LONDONCHAP

fuel allowance 2015 by LONDONCHAP

is the fuel allowance going to be paid this year to expats in cyprus?.

Navwoman

We rely on one UK State Pension for our income so yes, the termination of the WFA will a negative effect on our lifestyle. Having contributed to the UK coffers we are also dismayed at the amount of handouts freely given to people who have never paid ... Read More

Navwoman replied to a thread
9 years ago
Maximilien

Making phone calls in Cyprus by Maximilien

Hi, When settling in Cyprus, one of the priorities is to be able to make phone calls. How to proceed to get a landline installed in Cyprus? What are the mobile operators? What is your average monthly budget? Thank you in advance for ...

Navwoman

Yes, we did exactly the same with Cyta. Rather than pay the deposit in full we have been paying it over two years at the same price. With regards to the internet connection after 11 months of continuous service we have had one month free. Rarely use ... Read More