digate
English expat in Spain
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About me
English
Lives in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Speaks English and a little Spanish (Not quite fluent)
Registration: 15 December 2009
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Tips and advice to thrive in Spain by Priscilla
Hi, When living in a foreign country, you have to adapt to a new environment, various cultures and different social codes. How did you manage to adjust to Spain? How long does it take to feel at home? Would you say it is an easy ...
As the other comments say, learn a little of the language. Don't believe everything you hear in your local ex pat bar, check it out for yourself as most of it is hear say or assumption and can lead you completely the wrong direction , we call ... Read More
Healthcare in Spain by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in Spain ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in Spain? Thanks in advance for sharing your ...
I have used both the private health and NHS here in Spain. The main difference that I have found between the two, is the language, Private health provide a translator, NHS you have to provide a translator. The actual care.....private health was ... Read More
pensioners over 65 fit & well would like advise on a move to Tenerife by sweatpea
Hello my name is Sandra, and Keith is my partner. Both 65, retired, we are thinking about a emigrating to Tenerife. We have done several holidays over the years, and often stay for a month at a time. Any advise from ex pats already living in ...
Hi Sandra, My name is Diane, myself and my husband have lived here for 21 years on the south of the island, no regrets, we live in a little Canarian village and love it. If I can help just send me a message. Diane Read More
Planning a move to Tenerife by RosieandTrevs
Hello - We are planning to move to Tenerife in the next year or so. It would be great to make contact with other expats prior to moving. We hope to relocate to the south of the Island - possibly in the region of Callao Salvje. We are in our ...
Hi Rose, We moved here 18 years ago, I wrote an article 'Thoughts of a British Expat Living in Tenerife', I'm always willing to answer questions if I can. Read More
Moving to the canaries by emily2010
I am thinking about moving to the canaries with my partner and are looking for as much info a possible such as, which island is best to move to? what processes do we have to go through to be able to become a resident in the canaries? is finding work ...
Well there's lots of questions there!!! Let's answer the easy ones first, In my opinion it is a happier way of life, less stressful, everyone seems happier and friendlier, probably because the sun shines and it makes everyone feel better in ... Read More
Seasons Greetings Everyone
Hi, my name is Diane, I am English, but have lived on the Island of Tenerife for 17 years, love every minute of it. After all these years, I still don't know all of Tenerife, but I know a lot, more of the rural Tenerife than the hectic ... Read More