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Registration: 09 December 2017

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Health2018 replied to a thread
5 years ago
Jasmine1955

Rosarito, ensenada, San Felipe or? by Jasmine1955

Which area do you think is best? Couple in our 60's Not athletic, homebodies but still like sightseeing and cultures Biggest goals are easier lifestyle in areas of slower pace, affordable without worrying all the time, much better weather than ...

Health2018

Hello, My husband and I are thinking of exploring the Rosarita and Ensenada area. Do you think this area still has room for growth (as in housing prices increasing) or is it at the top of the market already due to American demand for being close to ... Read More

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6 years ago
Health2018

North Coast-suggested itinerary for 18 days by Health2018

Hello, We’re planning to explore the north coast the first 2 weeks of August. Do folks have recommendations of how long to stay in certain places? We’re in our mid-late 50’s, considering DR to re-locate to after coming back & ...

Health2018

Thx everyone for your suggestions! Read More

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6 years ago
Health2018

North Coast-suggested itinerary for 18 days by Health2018

Hello, We’re planning to explore the north coast the first 2 weeks of August. Do folks have recommendations of how long to stay in certain places? We’re in our mid-late 50’s, considering DR to re-locate to after coming back & ...

Health2018

Thanks Darlene, We’re meeting you Tuesday at the Sheraton @ 5:00. We’re in Punta Cana right now at a resort and are very comfortable with the tropical breezes. Is it hotter and less breezy on the north coast compared to PC? Looking ... Read More

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6 years ago

North Coast-suggested itinerary for 18 days

Hello, We’re planning to explore the north coast the first 2 weeks of August. Do folks have recommendations of how long to stay in certain places? We’re in our mid-late 50’s, considering DR to re-locate to after coming back & ... Read More

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6 years ago
BellaLinda

Overstay or no overstay by BellaLinda

Hi there, I am thinking about coming to the DR and would love some advise or expertise on the so-called overstay in the DR. Read a fair bit of threads about this on this forum, but after a quick search I got to a site of the Dominican Government ...

Health2018

Good morning, How often. Can you get a tourist card for 30 days within 12 months (ie travelling back and forth to DR) until one’s temporary visa comes through? Also how long does it typically take to get one’s temp visa? I apologize if ... Read More

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6 years ago
Antoe

Nursing agencies in malta by Antoe

Hie guys.looking for nursing agencies in malta who can help me with registration and find a nursing job in malta.pliz help.any agencies?

Health2018

Thank you- that’s reassuring that the hospital will remain open and you’ve been experienced with the service. Read More

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6 years ago
Antoe

Nursing agencies in malta by Antoe

Hie guys.looking for nursing agencies in malta who can help me with registration and find a nursing job in malta.pliz help.any agencies?

Health2018

Thanks. Is the hospital at risk for closure or will the government continue to fund it being operated? Read More

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6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don’t 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 ...

Health2018

Thank you for sharing your opinions. Gozo certainly seems more attractive to what we are looking for (quieter, simpler, landscape etc). I will look into the residency piece limitations (year by year basis....hmmm) as we wish to retire somewhere, not ... Read More

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6 years ago
Antoe

Nursing agencies in malta by Antoe

Hie guys.looking for nursing agencies in malta who can help me with registration and find a nursing job in malta.pliz help.any agencies?

Health2018

Thank you for this information. I had seen on a government site their announcement that they are building a medical school on Gozo. Do you know why there is a delay or has there been a change in the decision? Thanks again Read More

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6 years ago
Antoe

Nursing agencies in malta by Antoe

Hie guys.looking for nursing agencies in malta who can help me with registration and find a nursing job in malta.pliz help.any agencies?

Health2018

Hello, Does anyone have a sense of employment opportunities in nursing education at the university campuses. Do they ever hire international candidates or is their first preference local people for positions? Thank you, Wendy Read More

Health2018 replied to a thread
6 years ago
GuestPoster566

Hints & Tips for considering when looking to rent property on Malta. by GuestPoster566

Hints & Tips for considering when looking to rent property. Compiled from other's contributions to this blog and personal experience. Beware of agents! Some are good but many are predatory and will try to set you up with something that is ...

Health2018

Hello, I understand from reading other sites, that rent has dramatically increased in 2017 (? possibly due to the fact Malta has been advertised in International Living etc). Do expats find this is the case? What are areas that have a less ... Read More

Health2018 replied to a thread
6 years ago
Julien

New members of the Malta forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the Malta forum? Don’t 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 ...

Health2018

Hello, My husband and I live in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada (the most western province of Canada). I am a recently retired Nursing Professor and my husband is a custom home builder. We are looking at re-locating abroad & have researched ... Read More

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7 years ago
ChristieE

Opening A US$ Account (I know btdt) by ChristieE

I know there are many discussions on this topic, but most are old. So I hope you veteran island dwellers don't mind providing a bit of updated info. My husband is a banker, and speaks fluent Spanish, so that will help us a bit. Or, I hope it ...

Health2018

Good morning, Could people who are living in DR please comment on the factors contributing to the falling DR peso when I read that the country’s GDP has been a strong 6% the last few years. Thank you. Read More

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7 years ago
planner

Temporary Resdidencia - first steps! by planner

As a regular person, not applying for work visa or a retirement special status recidencia, you can apply for the temporary residencia. The principal difference is that you will require a local sponsor to vouch for you and your family when applying ...

Health2018

Hello everyone, Am I correct these are the steps (in simple “terms”) for visas? 1)Visit DR to check out country with a tourist visa- you can visit one or multiple times to DR in 60 days from the date of issue (which I presume is when ... Read More

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7 years ago
franny6

Is VRBO a reliable site to book condo rentals? by franny6

Hello: my partner and I are coming to the DR in February to start scouting out rental properties (and for some sand and sun). Has anyone had experience booking through vrbo.com. We would like something n the Cabarete/Sosua area.

Health2018

Hello, For those of you who have lived in DR for awhile, do you know if there is any discussion of restrictions to having Airbnb in the future? In some parts of Canada there are attempts to curtail Airbnb as there’s a shortage of long term ... Read More