Living in Spain: Why I would never move back to………….. There are many reasons why we live in Spain and why we wouldn’t move back to Canada. My original idea for this post was to write solely on the reasons why we would never move back “home”. But after asking for feedback on Facebook (where […]
Is Nerja Overrated?
Is Nerja Overrated? Not a week goes by without me getting an email from someone thinking of settling in Nerja. They ask me what it’s like and if we can meet for drinks so they can pick my mind. Unfortunately I always have to tell them that we no longer live in Nerja. We moved […]
Expat Health Insurance: An Affordable Insurance Alternative in Spain
Expat Health Insurance in Spain Spain is a great destination for expats looking for great weather and new adventures. But for many people, healthcare can be an issue. An alternative to both comprehensive Private Insurance and the (public) Spanish Healthcare system is Expat health insurance. This post covers that. Understanding the Spanish Healthcare System: Spain’s […]
Moving to Spain from the UK and buying a property
Moving to Spain from the UK and buying a property Buying a new home is one of the most stressful endeavors when moving to Spain. British expats may be surprised by how different and bureaucratic the process is in Spain compared to the UK. So getting it right is essential to your long-term residency goals […]
What you need to know about the Spanish Entrepreneur Visa
The Spanish Entrepreneur Visa The Spanish entrepreneur visa is like your ticket to live in the sunny land of tapas and siestas for three years (or more). But before that happens, there are some things you need to know. The most important requirement is coming up with a business that not only supports you, but […]
Why you should get Permanent Residency in Spain
Why you should get Permanent Residency in Spain When we decided that we wanted to go through the Non-lucrative Visa process and live in Spain, it was because we had a long-term goal. The long-term goal was getting Permanent Residency in Spain. Why did we want to do that? We wanted a base in Europe, […]