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Well, south spain- scotland, are both in europe but still is a big cultural shock i think.
No wonder Why you feel dishoriented.
Why did you chiose to move there? Usually northern europeans going in southern europe do that for interest in that culture, fascination. Not for economical reasons obviously
Well, south spain- scotland, are both in europe but still is a big cultural shock i think.
No wonder Why you feel dishoriented.
Why did you chiose to move there? Usually northern europeans going in southern europe do that for interest in that culture, fascination. Not for economical reasons obviously
I wouldn't move to Spain for economic reasons. For me, it's to reconnect with my countrymen after several generations
I wouldn't move to Spain for economic reasons. For me, it's to reconnect with my countrymen after several generations
Ok, i understamd.. I know a brasilian girl here (of supposedly portuguese ancestry).. She fell in love with an italian expatriate there (temporary work) and she decided they would live in italy, as she was very attracted to live in europe instead of brazil. She s a crioulla, her family arrived in Brazil in the XIX century. Proof some people still stick to themselves, she s from southern brazil
Also the case o fan italian-irish american, this guy travellec a lot, first years in usa where he was born, than was brought to italy with his mum that divorced, went on school with me, than two years ago decided to go living in london after he was dumped by his italian girlfriend. Now he lives there
Well, south spain- scotland, are both in europe but still is a big cultural shock i think.
No wonder Why you feel dishoriented.
Why did you chiose to move there? Usually northern europeans going in southern europe do that for interest in that culture, fascination. Not for economical reasons obviously
I do not feel disorientated nor did I move for economic reasons, I spent a lot of my childhood in Mallorca. Lot´s of vacations in Spain (been visiting for 28 years) in general and we always had an interest in the culture, lifestyle, food etc. Spain is my home from home, we still have the house in Scotland so we can visit.
I moved because I prefer the outdoors lifestyle, climate, way of life in general, though don´t get me wrong there are more opportunities/stronger economy back home that`s for sure but we just prefer living in Spain. There´s big demand for learning English, jobs in this field are plentiful. My in laws have a family business in cultivation of avocado trees, mango, citrus trees, etc business is booming. It all really depends on what type of industry you want to get into. There is demand for doctors, nurses and IT skills.
Ok, i understamd.. I know a brasilian girl here (of supposedly portuguese ancestry).. She fell in love with an italian expatriate there (temporary work) and she decided they would live in italy, as she was very attracted to live in europe instead of brazil. She s a crioulla, her family arrived in Brazil in the XIX century. Proof some people still stick to themselves, she s from southern brazil
My family stuck to themselves too. I look like I'm from Spain, not the Americas.
I enjoy it, being Scottish i´ve never had any problems. The local people are friendly and welcoming. Certainly there is more "gossiping" than what I am accustomed to it´s something that never really happened in my little town back home. People like to "look" more, more rudeness.
However there is certainly more of a community feel than my town. Streets are very clean, It is a well kept place, even the highways. The food is amazing, always fresh. If you love seafood it is just paradise. Costs are cheaper than back home too. Healthcare is the same as home only in Spain we have to pay for medicine (discounted).
I am not a fan of living in a British community, what is the point of moving to Spain if you don´t want to mix with the locals, I like to integrate and be sociable.
My only major gripe about Spain is the corruption, endless paperwork.
If theres anything else you would like to know feel free to ask.
My family stuck to themselves too. I look like I'm from Spain, not the Americas.
Yes, sorry i m fashinated by theese new world stories, since it s all knew to me.. Even in my region i m one of the last 100% tuscan since almost all my age mates are a mix with other regions or completely of other region origins. I seem to steem from 1800 XD
I enjoy it, being Scottish i´ve never had any problems. The local people are friendly and welcoming. Certainly there is more "gossiping" than what I am accustomed to it´s something that never really happened in my little town back home. People like to "look" more, more rudeness.
However there is certainly more of a community feel than my town. Streets are very clean, It is a well kept place, even the highways. The food is amazing, always fresh. If you love seafood it is just paradise. Costs are cheaper than back home too. Healthcare is the same as home only in Spain we have to pay for medicine (discounted).
I am not a fan of living in a British community, what is the point of moving to Spain if you don´t want to mix with the locals, I like to integrate and be sociable.
My only major gripe about Spain is the corruption, endless paperwork.
If theres anything else you would like to know feel free to ask.
My wife is British too, so that's why I asked. We both want to move to Spain after I get British citizenship, but that's not for several more years. I'm specializing in network maintenance and administration. There's plenty of jobs in this field in the UK and Germany, but not so sure about Spain. My native language is Spanish, but I'm guessing the best chances for me would be in Madrid and Barcelona?
About the endless paperwork and corruption, unfortunately it's a cultural thing. We have the same problem in Puerto Rico too (the only Spanish speaking territory in the USA), and everything gets done with a snail's pace.
Yeah I heard it happens in South America too, part and parcel with the culture as you say.
Though the pros do outweigh those cons. I have a good life and make the most of it.
Don´t rule out Málaga either, it is one of the nicest cities in my opinion. It is also not as expensive as Madrid or Barcelona. You have the Costa del sol, lots of attractions nearby. The climate is also the best in Europe.
I would say give it a try with the job searching. All you can do is try anyway.
I spent some time living in the US too, may I ask why you are considering a move?
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since almost all my age mates are a mix with other regions or completely of other region origins. I seem to steem from 1800 XD
