5 days until the move

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raezor1987Member16 October 2013 01:30:27

Hi there

Well in 5 days I am making the move to Malta. I have secured a job and my accommodation is paid in full for the first 2 months. Just looking for some information on the best area to rent in the north of the island? I will be working at the Radisson Blu Golden Sands hotel and will be looking for a place within commuting distance from here.

I have so many other questions about cost of a weekly shop etc also but sure I will find all that out when i arrive.

Thanks

James

coxf0001Serial expat16 October 2013 04:12:14

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Hi, there are 2 buses that go there. One goes through Mosta and the other goes from Qawra , which then goes onto Bugibba, St. Paul,s and touches on Xemxia. So they are your choices from the north.

rickyViP16 October 2013 05:48:40

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Hi James,

realistic options are probably Mgarr if you want to live in the middle of nowhere but within walking distance of your hotel or the St.Pauls/Bugibba/Qawra.

From the cental area (Sliema,Valletta) it would be a long commute.

Cheers
Ricky

ToonCyprus Expert16 October 2013 06:56:32

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maybe Manikata is an option but like Mgarr theres not much in it - xemxija st pauls bugibba and qawra are probably the most realistic options - bus services are quite good from there - to just about everywhere. but its not the distance thats the issue its time it takes - that it is the key.

rickyViP16 October 2013 07:03:51

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Hi toon,

yes, you are right ! I actually meant Manikata as Mgarr is not really within walking distance unless you are a Rambler ....

Cheers
Ricky

ToonCyprus Expert16 October 2013 07:13:39

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it did cross my mind that the mgarr option was a walkers paradise..lol

raezor1987Member16 October 2013 10:48:16

Thanks for the advice folks. I would be looking for a 3-4 bedroom place as I am coming with a friend and would like space for the visitors I imagine we will receive looking for a cheap holiday ha ha. Also what company is best to rent through or am I better just checking the Times of Malta?

ToonCyprus Expert16 October 2013 12:13:28

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times of malta classifieds is as good a place as any - check out your local shops bars and cafes etc - word of mouth his better and much cheaper... no agents fees to worry bout - and that is usually 50-100% of rent......

GuestPoster566ViP16 October 2013 12:43:21

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I found ours through this site and have a long let contract.

http://www.ownersdirect.co.uk/malta-gozo.htm

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