Need Advice On Moving To Majorca

[2ladies]

We are seriously thinking of moving to Majorca and would appreciate any advice anyone living there can give us.

Thank you.

[Bevdeforges]

Hi, and welcome to the forum.

In terms of advice for moving to Majorca (or anywhere, for that matter) it would help to know where you're coming from and what you're planning to do in your new location.

It makes a big difference if you're considering a move within the EU vs. moving from outside the EU - visa considerations and reciprocity for health services and driver's licenses can get tricky.

It also makes a difference whether you're going to a place for work, to be with a friend or family members or to retire. In all cases, it's a good idea to try to learn the local language. It can be very isolating without it - and while many people "learn English" in school, most adults who don't use it regularly won't admit to knowing it.
Cheers,
Bev

[Big Pete]

Originally Posted by 2ladies

We are seriously thinking of moving to Majorca and would appreciate any advice anyone living there can give us.

Thank you.

Hi

Possibly the best choice you could make , Smashing places avoid the kiss me quick tourist areas and you will find paradise ..

You havent said if you plan to work or are retiring or what ? as jobs i should think will be hard to find particularly in the out of season months.

[2ladies]

Retiring there for the winter months - lucky us. Two active senior ladies.

We are from London and I am under the impression that senior's are entitled to free health treatment in Spain.

Wondering whether we can get private health insurance there for the six months.

Is it easy to find really nice furnished flats there during the winter season? Would like to be close to Palma as we do like a bit of 'life' and shops!!

I am also into horses - any equestrians on here living in Majorca?

Have bought some Spanish language tapes - I don't expect miracles, but even buenos tardes is more than I knew before - hehehe!!!

[Stravinsky]

Originally Posted by 2ladies

Retiring there for the winter months - lucky us. Two active senior ladies.

We are from London and I am under the impression that senior's are entitled to free health treatment in Spain.

Wondering whether we can get private health insurance there for the six months.

Is it easy to find really nice furnished flats there during the winter season? Would like to be close to Palma as we do like a bit of 'life' and shops!!

I am also into horses - any equestrians on here living in Majorca?

Have bought some Spanish language tapes - I don't expect miracles, but even buenos tardes is more than I knew before - hehehe!!!

I dont know of any companies that offer "part time" health cover, but you could try Sanitas. Dont use British companies, they are horrendously expensive

[2ladies]

Thank you - will do.

[2ladies]

Hi - just come back - loved Majorca.

Thanks all.