Drambuie
English expat in Cyprus
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Registration: 21 December 2023
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Managing mailboxes or PO boxes in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Something as simple as receiving mail can become a whole new experience when you settle in Cyprus as an expat. Mailing management can indeed be different from what you are used to. In order to help other expats and soon-to-be ...
@Cheryl I use various :-Home addressPersonal PO BoxShipping CompaniesGenerally I find all satisfactory. I believe there is a long waiting for boxes at the main Post Office. Understandably because I have had this one over 20 years and it's first ... Read More
Swimming pools - Paphos by Dee56
Are there any indoor public swimming pools in the Paphos area or hotels that allow you to pay and use their facilities?Thanks
Short answer is yes! I would select local hotels that you prefer and just pop in and ask. I know there was also a Municipal pool in Paphos which I assume is still operating but I never visited so have no current knowledge, sorry. Read More
Bringing your car to Cyprus. by Craven J Mike
Has any one done this recently & if so do they have a rough cost for doing it. It would be under the residency import. I am trying to work out if its worth doing or buying in Cyprus. The ideal plan would be to container it & put other items ...
Definitely leave the car behind. You have a simple choice of :-1. Visiting a Cyprus based dealer and selecting from a vast selection, new or used. Thereby being mobile almost instantly.OR : - Hiring until your U.K origin vehicle is cleared by Cyprus ... Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
Toon, I understand you pay a local provider for your service. Of course we could all do the same. Obviously not all wish to do so. Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
I can use mobile to LG but that's not an acceptable method. I'm sure the problem has a solution. I will keep BUGGERING! on 馃榿 Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
BBC iPlayer was the reason for me giving up on VPN's in the past because it was hit and miss. Looks like it's not worth the aggro. Last thing I need when it's time to relax for the evening. Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
" I have connected to the spare router and both LG's are receiving all channels it seems through NORDVPN" However not quite there yet 馃槙Although I am receiving BBC iPlayer on my android mobile I am unable to do so on either LG TV. (error code ... Read More
Christmas dinner by Kevin Thompson
Any recommendations for somewhere to go for Christmas dinner?
It won't be ready yet 馃槈 Read More
To install a swimming pool or not by MacGeorge8035
Hii would appreciate people鈥檚 thoughts. We are having a house built and we have been quoted 鈧�22k + VAT for a 6 x 3 metre pool. We are both undecided on the benefits of having a pool installed.so what are other people鈥檚 thoughts, are ...
Wouldn't do for us to all want the same things in life. I loved being under the sea surface or sailing on it. Never enjoyed swimming although I swam lengths throughout my first Cyprus winter. I do enjoy walking beaches or countryside. My other half ... Read More
To install a swimming pool or not by MacGeorge8035
Hii would appreciate people鈥檚 thoughts. We are having a house built and we have been quoted 鈧�22k + VAT for a 6 x 3 metre pool. We are both undecided on the benefits of having a pool installed.so what are other people鈥檚 thoughts, are ...
23 years ago I bought a new Villa with pool superb position etc. I seldom used the pool and visitors preferred the sea/beach. For maybe 10 years it was just a financial drain, New liner, constant chemicals, cleaning, replenishing water etc. I ... Read More
Most common scams in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Cyprus as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it鈥檚 immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
@Toon Agreed. Read More
Most common scams in Cyprus by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Settling in Cyprus as an expat implies navigating into a new and unfamiliar environment and habits, making you potentially vulnerable to scammers. Whether it鈥檚 immigration or finance advice, housing scam, online traps or ...
Good and bad news Toon. Good to know it wasn't a scam, sadly means you have to pay up. Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
The telcos won't give you their pass code. So you simply purchase a seperate router as a slave and plug that into the telcos router. Ensure you can obtain the slave admin password beforehand . I did that for years previously and have now reinstated ... Read More
UK and USA on smart TV by Drambuie
After years of messing about with VPN's etc. I couldn't be bothered any longer and settled some while ago with a Netflix account. Bored with that now馃槈What recommendations for plug in Smart TV devices to receive UK/USA content? I prefer not ...
Looks good. I have connected to the spare router and both LG's are receiving all channels it seems through NORDVPN. Netflix, Disney, iPlayer. Early days but we shall see. Read More
Car insurance by phildraper
I have the renewal in from Abbeygate. Is it worth calling Top Quotes, Status etc. or are they all much the same?
Two cars here :-One with GAN direct. Who I have found to be cheaper if you can be bothered to play with their online quote system. Always agree to the auto renewal for extra discount. However always remember to cancel before renewal time and then ... Read More