John chalkley
@Chalks1
English expat in Malta
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55
Contacts
5
About me
English
Lives in gozo
Speaks English and pidgin
Registration: 22 November 2015
Activity
1 day left by slamdunc82
Hello all! Today is my last day in the UK before I fly out to Malta, hurrah :) One quick random question. Will the mozzies be out in force this time of year, or will I be safe without the repellent when I arrive? Many thanks Dunc
you're safe :) Read More
Moving to Malta by katiedaisy
So to put everything in perspective, here is my issue. Over the past months, I've been thinking about moving back to Malta. For some time, I've been checking the agency websites and found loads of places which I thought that would fit ...
yes but 300 in gozo is ok but not malta Read More
Moving to Malta by katiedaisy
So to put everything in perspective, here is my issue. Over the past months, I've been thinking about moving back to Malta. For some time, I've been checking the agency websites and found loads of places which I thought that would fit ...
HaHa thats all I need more stuff to do :dumbom: Read More
Moving to Malta by katiedaisy
So to put everything in perspective, here is my issue. Over the past months, I've been thinking about moving back to Malta. For some time, I've been checking the agency websites and found loads of places which I thought that would fit ...
Just arrive here the agencies are a waste of time most of their listings are obsolete anyway. I walked into a town in Gozo went for a coffee and was asked what I was doing there I looked around and said 'I think I'm looking for somewhere to ... Read More
Looking for a volunteer job in a non-profit organization by esmanur
Hello, I am looking for a non-profit association to volunteer and to learn English through this. I would also like to improve my professional skills. If you know about a non-profit organizations in Malta recruiting foreign volunteers, don't ...
We are a non profit but are in GOZO our website may seem noisy but we also link to other non profits around the world we need lots of help especially from people who can speak even a little English our teashop :) Read More
CAR FERRY FROM ITALY MAINLAND by Chalks1
:/ Hi everyone, I'm driving down from the UK in April and hope for a nice leisurely drive through France and Italy. I see that the shortest ferry route from Italy (mainland) to Sicily doesn't take cars. I'm sure there are plenty of ...
http://www.gollchershipping.com/cargo-ferry-service-malta-genoa-palermo-naples/ Thanks Bernie you settled in now I got to Gozo without RA thank god in may Read More
Britain to leave EU! by F0xgl0ve
1 GBP = 1.2339 EUR The GBP/EUR rate as of 24 Jun 2016 at 7:57 AM Nice to get an automatic cut in income of around 15% - Thank you Boris and Farage. Ray
Spot on Terry Read More
Britain to leave EU! by F0xgl0ve
1 GBP = 1.2339 EUR The GBP/EUR rate as of 24 Jun 2016 at 7:57 AM Nice to get an automatic cut in income of around 15% - Thank you Boris and Farage. Ray
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cW6WsvZal2Y doubters get some backbone. Nothing else to say. Everyone will gain from this given time and patience Read More
Have you noticed health benefits since your move? by felinefine81
Hi everyone So I'm not one for over-sharing emotional stuff but I quite like that it is anonymous on here! As many of you will know I am moving to Malta with my husband in a month. We are in our 30s, work full time in professional jobs and ...
Yes and no! Everything that was wrong with me in the uk (COPD etc) has gone. However I developed a Endyma and my legs and feet are swollen and very painfull to walk. So much so that I was in hospital for 2 days. The care in the hospital was far ... Read More
Organic food? by brayster99
Does anyone know where to get organic veg and meat in Malta? Thanks
And the same on GOZO if anyone knows :thanks: Read More
Any interest in a moving blog? by felinefine81
I handed my notice in today so it's happening! Woohoo! I've decided I'm going to start a diary/blog to record this move, as it's a massive deal for my husband and me. Friends and family can keep up with what we're doing and I ...
:) Well Fi I've just read you blog. It's very good, I'll follow your progress with interest, i took a look at your experience with agents. I found my place by talking to a lady running the local coffee shop. It was a great deal and fab ... Read More
Any interest in a moving blog? by felinefine81
I handed my notice in today so it's happening! Woohoo! I've decided I'm going to start a diary/blog to record this move, as it's a massive deal for my husband and me. Friends and family can keep up with what we're doing and I ...
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MvgN5gCuLac. This is a great laugh and no swearing Foxglove :gloria Put this in your blog it was in one of mine....6million hits on YouTube Read More
Any interest in a moving blog? by felinefine81
I handed my notice in today so it's happening! Woohoo! I've decided I'm going to start a diary/blog to record this move, as it's a massive deal for my husband and me. Friends and family can keep up with what we're doing and I ...
Well I've been writing blogs for years and I agree it's a great way to at least keep family and friends up to date with what's goings on. I use Wordpress and Blogger. I'm moving over next week and have consolidated my life into 50 kg ... Read More
Voting in the Referendum on the UK;s membership of the EU by tearnet
Many UK nationals living in Malta will be able to take part in the forthcoming referendum on the UK’s membership of the European Union The vote is due to take place by 31 December 2017 and, although the exact date is not yet known, you can ...
:) This is crazy, I've just returned from the US after 10 years working and living there as a permanent resident. If we vote out and it stops us moving thru Europe I guess I'll have to go there. Unless with the climate change we start to get ... Read More
Relocating definitively to Malta - Tax on pension? by MaltaCommando
Hello, my father is thinking of relocating permanently to Malta, and as such, move his retirement pension to a Maltese bank account. He receives part of his pension from UK (around 500 € monthly) and the other from Spain (around 800 ...
Thanks, I'll check out Gharb and San Lawrenz? But Gozo certainly appeals more to me. You seem to enjoy the lifestyle. One last question if I may but I'll pm you John C Read More