Living In Spain - Index

Because the Costa Blanca Uncovered website is getting so big, we have decided to group pages together in sections. The full index of pages is below

This section is all about living in Spain and covers a whole host of subjects.

Television in Spain

Many people are confused about whether they can receive free UK television in Spain. The subject of what UK channels you can receive is something we are always being asked. Terms such as free UK television in Spain, Freeview and Freesat are always cropping up so we ask an expert satellite installer to explain it all.

Cars in Spain

You have a UK car - what to do - do you re-register the car in Spain by importing it into Spain or keep it as it is?

Be careful you don't speed in Spain, regulations and fines are increasing.

Like most European countries Spain also imposes a compulsory road tax in Spain on vehicles, for example cars, vans and motorbikes. Road tax in Spain is known as SUMA.

Food and Drink in Spain

Mediterranean Diet - known to be very healthy, we look at the typical foods you will be enjoying when you are in the Costa Blanca region of Spain.

Paella - guide to Spain's national dish together with paella recipe.

Rioja Wines - guide to Spain's famous red wine.

Spanish Coffee - a guide to that essential drink to kickstart your day.

Schooling in Spain

This article actually interviews two girls about their thoughts and experiences. They both go to International schools on the Costa del Sol.

Expat parents give their opinions and views on sending their children to the Spanish state schools.

Health

Health Insurance - guide to getting private medical health insurance in Spain.

Health Care in Spain - A look at the Spanish state system also known as the Spanish national health service. A guide to whether you are eligible for free medical and health care.

Trampolines - where to buy a trampoline for fitness and health.

Dentists - guide to using a dentist in Spain.

Water - Answering most people's concerns over whether the water in Spain is safe to drink or not.

Cosmetic Surgery in Spain - Spain is the most popular destinations to have cosmetic surgery - many Northern Europeans are combining the cosmetic surgery with having a holiday afterwards to recover and recuperate.

Plastic surgery in Spain - also known as cosmetic plastic surgery - has become extremely popular in Spain which has become one of the leading destinations in Europe for plastic surgery.

Miscellaneous

Weather - Typical weather on the Costa Blanca as well as current temperatures and conditions and a 10 day forecast for most towns.

Language - Tips on learning the Spanish language quickly and easily.

Rough Guide - Quick overview of Spain in particular it's history and culture.

Customs and Culture - a look at the way of life of the people in Spain.

Pet Passports - If you are travelling with a pet outside of Spain you will need to know all about the official regulations concerning pet passports.

Iberdrola Electricity Spain - Spain's main supplier of electricity is Iberdrola.

Jobs in Spain for English speakers - For advice and listings of work and jobs in Spain.

Telephone

Europa Network - Best alternative to using Telefonica for your telephone service provider in Spain.

We also have a selection of pages explaining that there are a number of companies offering cheap phone calls for telephone calls within Spain and also cheap international calls to the UK, USA and rest of Europe.

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