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Posted: Wed Feb 12, 2020 11:23pm
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Nigel235

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Hi,

Retired couple from Ireland considering buying in Playa Flamenca and spending winter months there. Initially we would like to rent for a month in the area to see if it suits us. Grateful for any feedback from anyone who has already relocated there eg activities, social scene for two 60 year olds, public transport options/necessity for a car?

Many thanks,

Nigel

MeathMaria

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 12:43am

MeathMaria

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Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 12:43am

Hi Nigel,

It’s a good idea to rent first.   If not driving you will need good public transport in the area you want to discover.    Not all areas have good/any public transport.   

Please have a good read here 

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And here are several possible answers about Playa Flamenca and other areas that people have chosen to live in.  

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Wishing you every success

Maria

Davebev1

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:13pm

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Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:13pm

If you are looking at how much goes on out of season then best to come over as soon as possible. Playa Flamenca is great as you have both quiet areas but places that are busy all year round too. Being right on the coast it is really busy June to September which would not give you a real taste of how it is for most of the year.

If you don't have a car then try and be closer to the N332 or Zenia Boulevard for the main bus routes.

Nigel235

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:34pm

Nigel235

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Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:34pm

Thanks for the advice, appreciated.

Nigel235

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:35pm

Nigel235

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Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 7:35pm

Thanks Maria

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Davebev1

Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 11:29pm

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Posted: Thu Feb 13, 2020 11:29pm

Just a thought Nigel, but it will be worth renting the type of property you are planning to buy as well, which may not be the cheapest option but will give you a more realistic experience.

Nigel235

Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 12:25am

Nigel235

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Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 12:25am

Agree Dave. Plus, I don't intend to drive so I would need good transport links nearby to carry out viewings. Is Zenia the best for bus links to other areas?

Nigel235

Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 3:11pm

Nigel235

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Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 3:11pm

Thanks for this Pete. Some very useful insights, just the type of response I was hoping for.  Does the 90 out of rolling 180 days restriction apply to all or just non-eu citizens. I have Irish passport

eganjohn

Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 3:29pm

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Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 3:29pm

I believe it's a Shengen area requirement, Spain is in the Shengen area, Ireland is not.

Nigel235

Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 4:04pm

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Posted: Fri Feb 14, 2020 4:04pm

Yeah. Just been educating myself a little more. Seems I will be ok to apply for residency as an EU citizen and won't need a visa. Also looks like Ireland wobt be applying for Schengen membership anytime soon.

When I buy a property, I can apply for residency, Padron certificate and Residency Permit with proof of income and health insurance.

Sounds reasonable

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