03 Apr 2013 4:23 PM:

 Ok I take these points, a huge incentive to make the move is that they (the government, or whoever is in control!) just make it that little bit harder to make a life and I am at a point where, I am living to work and not the other way round! Everything goes up and I would just like a simple life and be able to enjoy my family and my life. It is true that this is common situation globally, but when you read about hundreds of thousands of UK citizens ditching good ole blighty for a better life abroad, it seems a very enticing option. 

So much to think about and research....

I fear that I am suffering from " the grass is greener....." syndrome, which is definitely the wrong reason to make any move!

Thanks for the advice, I will keep on researching.

 

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03 Apr 2013 3:47 PM:

 Well then maybe the question I need to ask is why do I want move to spain? Primarily to improve mine and my familys quality of life. Is that achievable??

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03 Apr 2013 12:40 PM:

 Thanks Ian, 

It interest me the point you made about my son's studies. He is 18 but intending on going back to college (16-18 in UK) not university, although he hopes to continue on to University. He doesnt speak any spanish at the moment as neither do we. That would be something we would look into at least gaining basic proficiency. 

In terms of work, I am not concerned about particularly getting work in my area, however, I do have training qualifications and I have also considered enrolling on a CELTA course! (What a coincedence!!)

Porpertywise, I have been having a little look around. We don't really want an apartment, and we do prefer slightly more rural surroundings, but not too far out as my wife doesn't drive. We are really looking at houses. The biggest consideration is the pets issue. So far from comments that have been made, it may not be viable, but I am happy to take further advice on that, especially as we plan to rent and not buy.

Oh well, so thats a good start and definitely food for thought!

Thanks a lot!! :)

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03 Apr 2013 12:11 PM:

 Thanks for you comments Sanchez, I had no idea things were so dire over there. :(

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03 Apr 2013 10:58 AM:

 Hi Everyone, where do I start??

Well I am hoping to move my family and I to Spain. I have many questions, so basically if I tell you all about us, any comments or advice would be greatly appreciated.

So....I am married and we have an 18 year old son. I work, my wife doesn't and our son is looking to go back to college in september, which I assume he could do anywhere!! (comments please!!!) We also have 7 cats, that we would be looking to bring with us. Not sure how this would work, so again advice on this would be fantastic.

Workwise, I have a bus/coach drivers licence and experience to go with it. Currently, I work in the transport training sector, primarily NVQ's and drivers CPC for those of you that understand that!

So question no.1 - What are the chances of finding work related to what I do here? or...something/anything different? What do I need to expect?

My wife doesn't work (although she'd kill me for saying so!!) she looks after the house and the rest of us and crochets.

Is it easy to find work, find a house to rent?? What are the legalities involved, especially re the cats!??

So thats about it so far, just to kick things off.....I look forward to your comments!!! :)

 

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