Moving to Spain is a dream for many people but it isn’t always plain sailing! It’s not surprising as when moving abroad there’s a lot to do and not everything is going to go smoothly. There are lots of mistakes people make when moving to Spain, some big and some small, and most expats will…
Before you make a huge decision like moving abroad, you have to do your research. And there are plenty of things to research before you move to Spain. You don’t want to move your family to another country without properly thinking everything through only to realise later that you overlooked something really important. If you’re…
If you’re planning on a move to Spain, the chances are you’ll need to find work of some kind. Here we take a look at how to find work in Spain as an expat and some of the differences you will notice when working in Spain… Finding a job in Spain Finding a job in…
Learning Spanish is an absolute must if you are moving to Spain. Not only will you need to speak Spanish for everyday things like going shopping and ordering in restaurants, but when you live in Spain you will also need a good level of Spanish for things like doctor’s appointments, meetings at school, going to…
The Spanish are famous for their colourful, fun and sometimes weird fiestas. If you decide to move to Spain you’re in for a treat as there are fiestas across the country throughout the year. It’s a great way to join in with your local community and learn more about Spanish traditions and history. We’ve put…
If you’re a family planning on moving to Spain with children, then we guess the question about what to do about schools will probably be one of your biggest concerns. It was definitely one of ours when we started talking about moving to Spain permanently. Trying to get your head around the Spanish school system can…
Are you visiting Alicante soon and looking for things to do during your stay? Maybe you are moving to the area and looking for the top things to do in Alicante in your free time? Whatever your situation, you’ll be pleased to know that there is plenty to do in Alicante city as well as…
One obvious but very important decision you’ll need to make before moving to Spain, is where you are going to live. Once you have chosen a region, you need to decide whether you should rent or buy a property in Spain. Finding a property in Spain can be daunting, especially if it’s for a permanent…
The most asked question we get from parents thinking of moving to Spain is around what to do about schools for their children. Choosing a school for your child is stressful in any country but how do you pick a school in Spain for your non-Spanish children? The main decision you have to make is…
So you want to move to Spain, but where in Spain should you live? Spain is a big country, around 2.1 times bigger than the United Kingdom, so there are a lot of places to choose from. The different areas of Spain vary wildly when it comes to the weather, the terrain, customs, food, and…
