Wall - A Spanish Life Turre

Posts active across all areas

ELECTIONS

I see from all the post about the elections tomorrow that there is a lot of interest from the large group of Ex-pats that have made Spain their home. I think that it is a shame that we have only just started to get information about what is going on and who to vote for so close to the day. I find forums like this very useful as a means to keeping up with what is going on, and would like to see on going information as to what the next elected party are doing and how we can get involved, and not just a last minute rush. I for one have checked out the PP party and find them good enough for my vote so lets all get behind what is going on in our new home.

I will get off my soap box now.

2011-05-21 08:58:29 UTC by Harris Family in Quesada

I agree with you 100% Bobby. There is a large group of us now that are here to stay and we need to have a voice and get involved in the local government. It would be nice to get regular updates as I am sure that our votes are important.

But why are we only getting post by the PP party where are all the others?

Commented Tina in La Marina 2011-05-21 09:10:54 UTC

Yes, I find it amazing that no party sent us any information. Details of their policies, how to vote, times, events etc would have been really useful and would no doubt have increased their votes. The fact that neither party thought of that is worrying. I would have liked to participate but as I have only been here about 6 months, I don´t know enough about the politics of Rojales to do so. More knowledge would have encouraged me to vote. Why on Earth did all the parties forget the English and Dutch etc population?

Commented scruggs in Quesada 2011-05-21 17:26:32 UTC

British TV

Hi everyone,
Can anyone give me some advice on what is the best Television system for expats. At the moment we have Spanish tv, which is fine but we do miss a little bit of home and it will be nice to have both. Chris

2011-05-18 18:09:14 UTC by chrishenrick in Almoradi

Hello Chris,
We have lived here for several years and I am speaking from experience and not from anyone trying to sell you a system.
There are several options available to expats and that depends on many things, firstly and the most important is affordability and second is what you exactly want in terms of channels.
One of the cheapest methods is to have a large dish where(if part of a community)everbody feeds off, which should be a one off cost and no monthly subs. This will give you most British channels and some movies, however no live sport, ie premiership football etc. The other option is you can have a rebroadcaster ie Torresat to install a small dish for you and you will receive eurosport and some live games in addition to all the other channels. This will cost you 21 euros pm. There are other options but they will obviously cost you more. Please feel free to ask any other points you are not sure about.

Commented john in Quesada 2011-05-19 12:36:53 UTC

Hello John,
Thank you for an depth analysis on this subject. Where we are renting at the moment it is mainly Spanish residents and other nationalities,so I don´t believe they have a large dish on the roof solarium. But your open information has given me a better idea of what we can do. I will be talking to the President in my broken Spanish and see what he says.
Will let you know how I get on. Having said that the Torresat system could be a possibility. Regards Chris

Commented chrishenrick in Almoradi 2011-05-19 16:17:46 UTC

Do you have a computer? because you can watch British TV through your computer FREE

Commented Friends 4u Abroad in Los Balcones 2011-05-21 12:28:02 UTC

Hello,
Yes I have a laptop, but was not aware you could watch British Tv on a computer. Do you know what I need to do to get access and what the quality is like? Many thanks Chris

Commented chrishenrick in Almoradi 2011-05-21 12:36:22 UTC

Wedding Car

I am looking for a wedding car and driver for September...Vectra or similar size.

I have looked at other companies but do not like the cars they are offering.

If anyone can help or knows of anyone who may be interested...any info would be great

Many Thanks
Shirley

2011-05-17 19:27:41 UTC by sadunlop in Almoradi

Hello,
Can any of the Car Rental businesses on the services page able to deal with this request?
Great opportunity for someone!
Many thanks

Commented Rio in Almoradi 2011-05-18 08:22:58 UTC

Hello again,
On our torrevieja site there is a company that offers limousines/drivers for weddings and just thought they may be able to help. Their details are [email protected] tel 622222410
Good luck

Commented Rio in Almoradi 2011-05-19 16:48:31 UTC

Hiya,
I think I may have something sorted now....I have looked at so many companies but the cars are just not what I am looking for either too big or too traditional (ha ha) I am so fussy but like simple things
Thank you for your help :-)

Commented sadunlop in Almoradi 2011-05-20 22:31:52 UTC

Your welcome! Just let us know if we can help with any other matter!

Commented Rio in Almoradi 2011-05-21 12:22:33 UTC

Kings, Queens & Diamonds shows hit La Marina area

Hi everyone, we have just been invited to join your forum and have done so. You will see in the papers and radio that we promote and appear in high quality low cost show tours in the region each month and the next is the Kings, Queens & Diamonds show which is about to start. Take a look at the events board for details of local shows on 23rd and 27th May. Take care all - Peter & Fiona

2011-05-21 11:05:28 UTC by Peter Day (Jukebox Promotions) in La Marina

New Member

Nice to see a New fresh faced forum. Does anyone know about this name change for La Marina?
Daisy

2011-05-02 07:04:00 UTC by Daisy in La Marina

It would appear that La Marina Urbanisation name as an area has been Hi-Jacked by San Fulgencio town hall and its Politicians. If you look on Google maps you will see no mention of our Urbanisation at all instead, they only list Los Granes, that seems to cover the older part of our Urbanisation of Oasis, then all the rest of us have now MOVED to La Escuera. So what are these Politicians’ up to. It is Election time coming up, so how about a few answers from them.

Commented Ian in La Marina 2011-05-02 08:39:43 UTC

At long last we all once again live at La Marina. Thanks to the IT people our map now shows us as in La Marina. Google for years had shown ua all as being in La Escuera. Well done and thanks.

Commented Ian in La Marina 2011-05-21 10:07:20 UTC

Long Term Rental

475 € - Long Term Rental at La Marina (La Marina Urbanization La Marina)
Detached corner villa to rent on Long Term Rental basis

2/3 bedrooms 1 shower room
Price: only 475 euros a month.

Entrance hall with patio doors to sunny terrace.

Lounge with aircon, Kitchen diner with washing machine, oven ,hob, fridge freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, with rear door to patio area.

Fully tiled shower room.
Single bedroom (its possible for twin beds)
Double bedroom with air con. In the under build there is a twin bedroom. 2 large store rooms.
Private solarium. Parking for 2 cars.
E Mail: [email protected]
Or Ring Trevor on 96-679-5897 or 618-897-721

Guardamar del Segura

2011-05-21 09:33:48 UTC by Ian in La Marina

Elections

The English Gurdian has an interesting article in it about our local elections
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2011/may/20/spain-expat-elections-power-british

2011-05-21 09:24:27 UTC by Daisy in La Marina

Gardener

someone was asking about a gardener
I have Jon's number its 605528652.

2011-05-20 16:44:39 UTC by rose in La Marina

Yes thank you for that, he called me yesterday and is coming on monday to give us a quote..xx

Commented teekapoo in La Marina 2011-05-21 06:56:24 UTC

As there seems to be such a shortage of English speaking gardners Can we please ask this Gardner to put his details into the Services section on this site please. So other will be able to find him.

Commented Ian in La Marina 2011-05-21 09:08:22 UTC

Long Term Rental

A friend of mine is looking for a long term rental on La Marina, can anyone help please

2011-05-18 21:52:24 UTC by Douglas in La Marina

We have a corner detached villa that is for long term rental, that has just come in today

Commented Ian in La Marina 2011-05-19 15:08:31 UTC

There is a 3 bed Isabel opposite us, they are looking for a long term rental

Commented Linda Reed in La Marina 2011-05-20 08:34:26 UTC

Hi Linda
How's it going back in England?
lol xx

Commented Carol in La Marina 2011-05-20 17:11:45 UTC

OK Carol, great to see the family and friends, celebrating Ronnie's birthday tomorrow night, but cant wait to be back in La Marina xx

Commented Linda Reed in La Marina 2011-05-20 21:25:56 UTC

Happy Birthday Ronnie - Hope you all have a great time and looking forward to you coming home to Spain Linda for some more Great nights out lol x

Commented Carol in La Marina 2011-05-21 08:29:04 UTC

Benijofar Life Website

Welcome to the Benijofar Life website. A great place to find out what is happening in the area, ask questions and check out businesses and properties for sale or rent.

If you have a business or property you can advertise FREE OF CHARGE on our Services page or our Property pages.

And dont forget we now have Page 1 Yahoo and Google listings. So if you want maximum coverage for your business, why not use our Banner Advertising system at only €25 per month.

2011-05-21 08:09:37 UTC by Benijofar Life in Benijofar

Displaying posts 82091 - 82100 of 82906 in total