Hello I am currently in the UK with UK and US nationality.
I would like to buy a small property to live in Spain, initially 6-9 months a year, maybe more. My work alllows me to be based anywhere (preferably an hour or 2 to an airport) and depending on 'what's what' with Brexit, I would like to apply for residency.
My main concern is travelling back and forth to the UK by car. Initially I thought the ferries would be the obvious option but they seem expensive and limited on (acceptable) carriage of dogs.
I've been to Barcelona and Marbella and loved everything I saw. Ibiza and Mallorca...not so much although each trip has been very short and some of it work so not enough to really justify my opinion.
I am originally from Miami and would be able to work on my Spanish (I did find Catalan to be a bit confusing in Barcelona). I make friends easily so I am not worried about being right in the middle of things.
I would be grateful for suggestions of places to live that are straightforward to drive to from the Eurotunnel (if that's not possible then I will revert to the ferry plan) and get the most sunshine (I don't care if it's a little chilly in winter if the sun is shining!) The ocean is my happy place, it does not need to be a popular beach, just being by the sea is enough. I'm in my 40's and I would like to be away from the touristy areas but not too rural.
I have read a few posts on the forum and can look up hours of sunshine but it's hard to say if driving is easy (mostly motorway). I am planning a visit this fall so that I can the feel for it and to see if this is even feasible.
Thanks for any info!
I would like to buy a small property to live in Spain, initially 6-9 months a year, maybe more. My work alllows me to be based anywhere (preferably an hour or 2 to an airport) and depending on 'what's what' with Brexit, I would like to apply for residency.
My main concern is travelling back and forth to the UK by car. Initially I thought the ferries would be the obvious option but they seem expensive and limited on (acceptable) carriage of dogs.
I've been to Barcelona and Marbella and loved everything I saw. Ibiza and Mallorca...not so much although each trip has been very short and some of it work so not enough to really justify my opinion.
I am originally from Miami and would be able to work on my Spanish (I did find Catalan to be a bit confusing in Barcelona). I make friends easily so I am not worried about being right in the middle of things.
I would be grateful for suggestions of places to live that are straightforward to drive to from the Eurotunnel (if that's not possible then I will revert to the ferry plan) and get the most sunshine (I don't care if it's a little chilly in winter if the sun is shining!) The ocean is my happy place, it does not need to be a popular beach, just being by the sea is enough. I'm in my 40's and I would like to be away from the touristy areas but not too rural.
I have read a few posts on the forum and can look up hours of sunshine but it's hard to say if driving is easy (mostly motorway). I am planning a visit this fall so that I can the feel for it and to see if this is even feasible.
Thanks for any info!