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Lords Removals and Storage, full or part loads UK-Spain Transport between the UK and Spain with Short and Long term storage in Alhama de Murcia Lords removals is a well-established long-haul removals firm specializing in shipping furniture between the UK and Spain, including the Costa Cálida, Costa Blanca..

Croatia, the Pearl of the Adriatic fondly nicknamed by Lord Byron in the 19th century, lives up to its namesake, a serious contender as the top vacation hot spot in Europe today.Take A Stylish getaway to Croatia Royalty-free stock photo ID: 764972821 Croatia, the “Pearl of the Adriatic.” fondly nicknamed by Lord Byron in the 19th century, lives up to its namesake, a serious contender as the top vacation hot.. 04/08/2020

Three-month extension for ITVs expiring between June 21st and August 31st There is a backlog of some 5 million vehicles which ITV centres have to wade through On Tuesday the Council of Ministers approved a three-month extension for the validity of Technical Inspection of Vehicles certificates (ITV) that expire between.. 09/07/2020

La Quinta Club in La Manga Club reopens on July 11th 2020 The prestigious multi-ownership club will welcome owners and visitors again through out the summer After over 30 years offering the very best in self-catering accommodation within La Manga Club, arguably the most prestigious golf complex and residential..

Covid safe bus services from Corvera airport to Murcia City 2020 How to book on the Interbus routes at the Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera The bus or coach services linking the new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera to the coastal towns and golf resorts of the Costa Cálida.. 03/07/2020

From 1st July travellers to Spain must fill out a Passenger Location Card prior to arrivalAena has contracted 650 further personnel to ensure traveller safety in Spanish airports The Official State Gazette (BOE), has today (1st July) published details of the system of checks on international passengers which will be applied in Spanish.. 01/07/2020

Re-sale and semi-new car sales with a one year warranty: English is spoken! Automóviles Ramal have been specializing for over 30 years in the fields of used car sales (complete with one-year warranty) and a wide range of mechanical, repair and upgrade services, and with English-speaking staff available are able to cater for your..

Leroy Merlin stores in the Region of Murcia: huge range of home, garden and DIY products Everything you need to create your perfect home Leroy Merlin is one of the Region of Murcia’s top suppliers of home, garden and DIY products. With items ranging from garden sheds and power tools to bathroom furniture and air-conditioning, you&rsquo..

Five long weekends in the Murcia bank holidays calendar for 2021 In total, there are fourteen set holidays in the Region of Murcia In 2021 there will be five “puentes” or weekends preceded or followed by a bank holiday, giving workers the chance to enjoy a long weekend. In addition to.. 18/06/2020

R1 Plumbing, Solar Heating and panel installation, Bathroom installation. Affordable service throughout Murcia and AlicanteContact Richard at R1 for all your plumbing, Solar panel and bathroom installation requirements for the Costa Calida and Costa Blanca With over 30 years of experience under his belt, fully qualified plumber and heating technician Richard offers a professional..

Updated bus timetable for Alhama, Totana, Mazarron, Puerto de Mazarron May 2020May 2020 bus Timetable for Alhama, Totana, Mazarron, Puerto de Mazarron 22/05/2020

Collect, repair and return your car with Ken Sherwood English Mechanic near Camposol and Condado de AlhamaCar Mechanic local to Camposol,Condado de Alhama and Hacienda del Alamo, Costa Cálida. Two fully qualified English speaking mechanics with 70 years experience between them We are now able to offer to collect, repair and return your car. Please call..

King’s College British Schools in Murcia and the Costa Blanca Over 50 years delivering British education with British teachers and the English curriculum For over half a century the King’s College British Schools in Spain have provided a bilingual education to youngsters in Madrid, Alicante and Murcia, following..

Help for local businesses: what is an ERTE ERTEs are likely to affect millions of employees in Spain during a prolonged coronavirus crisis As it becomes ever clearer that the coronavirus crisis in Spain will create significant issues for businesses long-term, many companies are taking advantage..

EU Property Solutions refuse to take no for an answer! Help is at hand for those who bought into the Spanish dream and are now living a nightmare Over a decade after the end of the credit-fuelled building spree in the Costa Cálida and the other Costas in Spain, one of the consequences of that.. 24/03/2020

Quality, great price furniture at Furniture Plus covering Mazarron and Murcia region Supplying Murcia and the Costa Cálida with quality furniture since 2005 The shop is now fully re-open at all our usual times with all necessary safety measures in place. Furniture Plus is an English-owned company that caters for all your..

Air Menor Plumbing and Air conditioning Services and RepairsAir Conditioning, heating and plumbing services Mar Menor Air Menor. offering Emergency call outs for heating, Air-conditioning and plumbing. Looking for quick and trustworthy Aircon, plumbing and heating services in the Mar Menor and..

Aristakats Cattery comfortable cat accommodation Mar Menor Murcia Cattery and Cat Accommodation La Puebla Mar Menor Murcia A clean and spacious purpose-built family-run cattery, in the quiet Spanish village of La Puebla Mar Menor Murcia providing plenty of natural light for the comfort of the ‘guests..

ERTE temporary redundancy schemes and how they affect businesses and the workforce ERTEs are likely to affect millions of employees in Spain during a prolonged coronavirus crisis As it becomes ever clearer that the coronavirus crisis in Spain and the strict measures imposed by the national government to protect the population are.. 17/03/2020

How to make a Will in SpainIf you have assets in Spain it is essential to make a Will In our own household the impending departure of the UK from the EU has prompted a full revision of all documentation relating to our own residence in Spain, and a general process to "tidy.. 25/02/2020

EU Property Solutions address foreign mortgage nightmares Can they chase me in the UK? Are my UK assets under threat? They could be if you don’t act to solve the problem… Over the last few weeks the staff at EU Property Solutions have noticed a significant increase in the number of enquiries.. 20/02/2020

Get your dog vaccinated against Leishmaniasis if you live in Spain No fully effective vaccine has been developed but jabs are a sound investment in your dog’s health The hazards to the health of pet dogs are rather different in Mediterranean coastal areas of Spain from those which are common in northern Europe.. 19/02/2020

EU Property Solutions: How Brexit could affect British holders of Spanish mortgages who are hoping to sell Now is the time for action if you find yourself in negative equity on a property in the EU Now that 31st January has passed and the UK is officially no longer a part of the EU (although details have yet to be finalized during the transition period) there..

Brexit information: Foreigners Identity card or TIE, Tarjeta de Identidad de ExtranjeroInformation supplied by the British consulate in Spain: 13th February 2020 "Many of you have asked about the Tarjeta de Identidad de Extranjero (TIE or Foreigners’ Identity Card) and how/when you can apply for it. The latest information.. 13/02/2020

Quick Save Camposol offer British branded productsBritish foods, British branded goods, Mazarrón Quicksave supermarket is open. Same hours as before. 9 -7 Monday – Friday, 9-6 sat. 9-3 Sundays. No home deliveries a the moment. The Quick Save supermarket is based on the Camposol..

Ratoncito Peréz, the Spanish tooth fairy The rodent happily removes teeth from under pillows all over Spain for a small fee One of the landmark moments in the development of a young child is the day they lose the first of their baby teeth, an event which in the UK is traditionally associated.. 07/02/2020

Changing UK driving licences to Spanish as Brexit loomsThose who are resident in Spain MUST change their licences UPDATE: The following is based on information confirmed by the DGT in mid-January 2019. However, on 29th January the British Embassy in Madrid stated that the 31st January deadline to.. 17/01/2020

Public and bank holidays in the Region of Murcia 2020 Check now to find the long weekends on the calendar for 2020! National, regional and local holidays in all 45 municipalities of the Region of Murcia Although the official list of public holidays seldom contains any surprises, it always arouses.. 08/01/2020

The risks of interest-only mortgages on Spanish property EU Property Solutions Interest-only mortgages can turn into a ticking time bomb! As many people know the boom in the Spanish property market ended in late 2007 after the national average price of housing rose by a whopping 197% between 1996 and 2007. During that period..

Contact EU Property Solutions rather than risking your financial future with Spanish property debt Experienced intermediaries in protecting your interests when faced with overseas property debt A frequently asked question at EU Property Solutions is whether an overseas property debt issue could affect your ability to buy property in the United Kingdom..

Ignoring mortgage debt on European property is the worst course of action Avoid debts in Spain being pursued in the UK and consult EU Property Solutions A failure to keep up with mortgage repayments on properties owned abroad will most probably have the same consequences as similar non-payments in your home country, although..

EU Property Solutions offer assistance in Spanish mortgage foreclosures and property repossessions Don’t fall into the trap of thinking a Spanish bank won’t track down your UK assets! Since the start of the financial crisis and the property market crash in 2008 Spain has seen well over a quarter of a million properties repossessed - a staggering..

MRM Virtual Associate helping businesses operate efficiently in the Region of Murcia Outsource admin tasks to a trilingual associate and free up time to manage your business Michelle at MRM Virtual Associate has worked for over 20 years in office administration and now, backed by an exceptional team, is able to bring her experience as..

The process of finding a way out of foreign property debt with EU Property SolutionsA 6-step pathway to solving negative equity and other foreign property debt in Spain Over the years the team at EU Property Solutions have built a wealth of experience, learning that every case they deal with differs as each client has different circumstances.. 01/10/2019

Negative equity solutions for property owners in Spain from EU Property SolutionsSeek professional help in finding away out of crippling mortgage debt Do you ever find yourself wondering what exactly “negative equity” is, and what it means for your home in Spain? If so, you are not alone: at EU Property Solutions we.. 23/09/2019

DGT road closures information pageUp to date information about major road incidents and closures across Spain Click for link A very useful information point for road users during major weather incidents is the Spanish Government DGT (Dirección General de Trá.. 13/09/2019

Check you are on the Padrón and that you have renewed within the last 5 years as no-deal Brexit looks increasingly likely Padrón and voting rights for UK nationals will change significantly with Brexit This week developments in the UK could indicate that the country is heading for a no-deal Brexit, in which case all of us living and working in Spain will find.. 30/08/2019

Intensive and long-term Spanish language courses at the Funcarele school in Cartagena Learning Spanish is fun and effective at the only Instituto Cervantes school in Cartagena Funcarele caters for students of all ages and abilities As well as being an unfulfilled aim of many British expats living in the Costa Cálida, learning..

Alcohol and driving in Spain – legal limits and recommendations There seems to have been some confusion lately over the legal limit in Spain for the alcohol level of drivers, but the laws have not changed for some time and the figures above which fines can be issued remain the same. That is to say, for most drivers..

Exclusive pet villa rental now available at Mountain View Kennels and Cattery in Fuente Álamo Rent your pet its very own private pet-friendly villa complete with 24-hour 1-to-1 care and attention close to Corvera airport Mountain View Kennels and Cattery are now offering a private villa to rent for your pets, in addition to their standard pet..

How to make an appointment with your Murcia health service doctor online Online consultations can also be booked via the SMS website Last year the SMS public health service of the Region of Murcia reports that over 3 million appointments were made either via the service’s website or by the “Portal del Paciente&..

Leak Proof, for all your roof repairs and roofing installation needs in Alicante and the Region of MurciaRoof installation and roof repair specialists in the Costa Cálida and Costa Blanca. Leak Proof have been solving roofing problems in the province of Alicante and the Region of Murcia for over a decade, satisfying their customers with the 30-year guarantees..

Luxury outdoor furniture from Al Fresco Furniture Spain Supplying Murcia and the Costa Cálida with outdoor sofas, dining sets, daybeds and sun loungers The web based company, Al Fresco Furniture Spain, are suppliers of quality, luxurious garden and outdoor furniture, with a huge collection of dining..

Watch UK TV channels with satellite and internet tv solutions from Rainbow SatellitesDon't miss out on your favourite UK TV programmes with satellite and IPTV, offered throughout the Region of Murcia Rainbow Satellites is run by Alan (Fred) Monk who has been installing Satellite TV systems in Southern Spain for over 18 years. He worked..

Bonfire licences and disposing of garden rubbish in the Region of Murcia Regional laws prohibit the lighting of bonfires in urban areas For expats moving to Spain one of the aspects of rules and regulations which it is very difficult to learn about is the issue of bonfires, and in the Region of Murcia there is a body of legislation..

Accommodation at the Balneario de Archena thermal baths spa and hotel complex The thermal spa baths can be visited on their own or combined with a stay in one of the three hotels on offer at the Balneario de Archena Archena is home to a hot thermal springs complex which is believed to be among the oldest in Spain, having been in..

Ross Motor English mechanics servicing Los Belones, La Manga and the Mar Menor area Full or part servicing, ITV, bodywork repairs, timing belts, complete diagnosis and much more Ross Motor are an expert team of English mechanics offering a wide range of mechanical services at competitive prices. The workshop is run by Craig, Brett..

Hotel La Mariposa; accommodation and adventure activities in the Sierra Espuña Quad biking, buggy hire, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, laser clay pigeon shooting and rafting in the Sierra Espuña La Mariposa is a family-run hotel located in the village of Gebas, in the heart of the natiral park of the Sierra Espuñ..

Stylish home and garden furnishings from Jewell FurnitureSpecialists in quality Furniture packs and bespoke furniture in the Murcia Region Jewell Furniture have furnished properties in the Costa Calida region of Spain for 12 years and are a highly reputable supplier of quality furniture packs, offering 8 unique..

BigMat City open new store in Murcia city offering building material, supplies and equipment hire One of Murcia’s leading building suppliers expands into the capital The BigMat City building suppliers in Fuente Alamo have now opened a second store in Murcia city offering all forms of DIY and building materials, equipment, ironmongery and garden..

Understanding the Funeral Process in Spain In Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The cost of a funeral in Spain continues to rise and most Spanish families take out some kind of funeral plan to cover..

Find peace of mind with a cost-effective and practical Avalon Funeral insurance planIn Spain, it is the norm to plan ahead for your funeral. It’s all part of making things easier for the family and loved ones. The most common way of doing so is to take out a cost-effective and practical insurance plan. However, when thinking about..

Its a steal: how easily thieves can ruin your holiday Look after your passport – watch new videos that reveal the scams that thieves and pickpockets use With tens of thousands of British residents living in Spain, and millions of UK visitors heading for Spanish holiday resorts and beaches this summer.. 06/07/2015

BigMat Fuente Álamo, building supplies and DIY materials Costa Cálida Building supplies and equipment hire in the south of the Region of Murcia The BigMat building supplies, DIY and ironmongery store in Fuente Álamo is one of the largest in the Region of Murcia and the Costa Cálida, and has been meeting.. 12/03/2015

Hardy International Removals, Spain France UK removals serviceSafe professional transport for all sizes of cargo between Murcia, Spain and the UK Hardy & Grandsons International Removals have bases in south-west Essex, UK and Mazarron in the south-west of the Murcia region, and offer a full household removals.. 07/11/2014

Mendoza Motor offers specialist second hand van sales in Fuente Álamo Mendoza Motor: Second hand car and van sales, full mechanical service, Fuente Álamo Mendoza Motors is located on the outskirts of Fuente Alamo, on the main road heading towards Torre Pacheco and the Mar Menor, specialising in the sale of second hand..

Spanish law, driving with children in Spain Seatbelt law, child restraints,whilst driving in Spain When booking a rental car it is vital to make sure appropriate restraints are reserved During peak holiday periods many visitors to Spain hire vehicles for family use, but are unaware of the.. 14/07/2013

902 phone calls in Spain are an abuse Every time you call these numbers the company you call makes money Although new government legislation is in the process of being passed to stop consumer complaints lines from charging high phone tariffs and change the call value to local call rates.. 23/04/2013

Using searches on Murcia Today Searching for information on Murcia Today Keyword Search Box This is one of the most useful tools on the Murcia Today site and is designed to help readers locate very specific information quickly. The Keyword search box is located in the.. 24/01/2013

Spanish gas scams: the facts Gas inspectors, is this a scam? A local reader asked us to verify if the company who charged her elderly mother 140 euros for changing the gas fittings on her cooker and boiler was legitimate or if she had been ripped off by unscrupulous.. 12/12/2012

Your queries: what is the law regarding transportation of gas bottles? It is completely illegal to put gas bottles on the back seat of the car. No matter how many hours we put into researching and writing articles, ( gas scammers the facts) there’s always the “expat factor” to consider, and someone manages.. 07/12/2012

A Time 4 A Change second-hand furniture sales and purchases in the Mar Menor area Second-hand furniture, house clearances and removals based in El Algar and Los Alcázares A Time 4 A Change is run by Kerry and Danny, who took over the ownership of the business in January 2012 and have also opened a second store in Los.. 25/07/2012

Health Provision and Insurance in Spain Healthcare in Murcia The question of whether we are entitled to receive healthcare in Spain is a complicated one, as it very much depends on the age and residency status of an individual. This attempts to clarify the system and help you..

Where to go for HELP in Spain I need some help. Where can I go to find it here in Spain? You are not alone. There are many places that ex-pats can find help.One of the most important ports of call is the British Consulatein Alicante. Their excellent website gives a lot of information..

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