Customs Holding Goods : Sat 6 April 2024

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Has anyone used the photo shop by the underground carpark for digital passport photos? How easy was it?



if you are renewing your passport online you can submit a photo taken on your mobile phone all instructions on the website very easy and quick ****

author: I've not got a brilliant phone so worried about picture quality

when you so the application online it will tell you if the photo is acceptable ****

author: the gentleman at the foto shop emailed me the photo this morning

Easy but I found the photo booth in family cash easier for passport sized photos. ****

author: has to be digital not printed for renewal overseas

we used the photo shop about a month ago....took our photos straight away 4 photos each 16e. ****

[loobyloo]

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author: Hola!! We've just moved to the area on Sunday for at least 6 months while we look for our own house.
We have 2 dogs and a 13 year old daughter. Just wanted to introduce ourselves and see if anyone had any tips for us
on the area... loving it so far



Welcome, we have been here 20 years! Take it slowly - dont rush into anything, spread yourself around and see what there is for you as a family.
Its quite a mix of ages here - definitely not just an old community - alot of younger families these days. Enjoy Chic its has its ups and downs!! ****

Welcome we bought our house with Skyline in La Barrosa ****

Enjoy the dry warm days! ****

Welcome. Processionary Pine Caterpillar season soon. Try to avoid buying a home with pines in the garden or nearby. Apart from the caterpillars,
which are particularly dangerous for your dogs, you will spend the rest of your life sweeping up pine needles from the garden and pool (if you have one).
Note how the roots do dreadful damage to local roads - think about them under your house! Also note that these trees are protected and you risk fines if you cut them down. ****

author: extremely helpful thank you!

[loobyloo]

author: Cont from previous post



Welcome to our lovely area, the best of Spain!! ****

We are moving there permanently in 12 months or so so please keep us updated with your progress ****

[loobyloo]

author: PG Tips boxes of 40 bags in Mercadona La Barrosa, Chiclana TODAY
New shape box, not cube-shaped - looks same as other boxes of tea on shelf.

Inside 40 square-shaped flat bags of tea in 2's, perforated middle, so can separate
if only 1 bag required.
Price 2:50e per box of 40 bags

[loobyloo]

AMAZON PRIME VIDEO TV

has lots of channels, last night looking for Arsenal match, scrolled down each 1 & pressed each 1, luckily about the 5th or 6 th channel - found Luton / V Arsenal .

Game was still on & saw last 10 mins including goal scored by Declan Rice in the 97minute at Luton Town (after watching all of Dalziel & Pascoe on Drama TV channel)

(pays to persevere)

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: My daughter wants to send us a Christmas present that will go in a letterbox. Any ideas? She lives in Washington DC and wants to avoid postal charges at both ends.



We always order things online for direct delivery, Amazon, photo books, hampers....etc Much easier, no postage hassle. ****

I tried to post something from the UK to Spain earlier in the year. It sat in customs for four weeks and was then returned. All in line with allowed items - I spoke with Royal Mail HO
and they said that the Spanish post is notoriously bad in dealing with international post. I ended up bringing it over from the UK and posting there ****

Not worth chancing it. I tell all Family and Friends not to send anything. We can exchange greetings on WhatsApp. ****

Should not be an issue if it's from the States I have recently bought a full horse harness from the US came through no issues at all ****

Definitely all of the above comments.... I tell all family and friends... no cards no gifts... just a phone call or facetime is enough for us. ****

Totally agree Helen, trying to get anything through customs here is a nightmare.....a couple of people sent an envelope with greetings cards to recycle from uk cost 20e on receipt....not worth it.

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Are there any homeless charities In the chiclana area?
Specifically for the homeless and hungry?
Any info would be greatly appreciated.



Are you looking to donate or help out? Then people might be able to help or share. If so share on Chiclana Chat for the expats or on local Spanish Pages. People always need help. ****

this is the chiclana chat page. The reservation I have with big collections is the locals hardly see what you donate. It’s very difficult but would rather visit myself if there is s
charity for the homeless specifically if I can. I’ve just came back from Manchester where I have made a connection with a great charity there and we are now helping them with sleeping
bags and providing hats and gloves for as many as 50 rough sleepers. I wanted to try and do the same here. ****

Calor en la noche is a homeless charity that does food and very specific clothes deliveries in Cadiz, San Fernando and Jerez every Saturday evening when The Red Cross is not working.
They aren't working in Chiclana as far as I know. You can see how to help donate or work as a volunteer on their website which is in Spanish and English. www.calorenlanoche.org/es ****

author: Thanks all. I’ve got in contact with one from above comments and hopefully can meet on Saturday. Thanks for all your help.

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Anyone have recommendations for Xmas eve / day dinner that may still have avalibility thanks



Fransico fontanilla in conil still have some availability in the terrace for Xmas day depending on party size * franciscofontanilla.com/ ***

Food court Chiclana is open not doing Christmas dinner this year though but anything of the menu ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Can anyone recommend a phone repairer in the area? I need to replace a charging port for a huawei. TIA



maps.app.goo.gl/vqmnQA3HrNQPDA2n8?g_st=ic
Fast and effective ****

author: thank you.

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Hello everyone,
A question about a Spanish phone number:

In many stores in which we shop, we are asked for a phone number. If we enter our German telephone number here, it will not be accepted. We would therefore like to introduce a Spanish SIM card.
So I searched for prepaid rates, but I don't understand the offers properly. There’s always something about a running time here.

In Germany, prepaid means that you can buy a volume of data or phone minutes for an amount x and it only needs to be recharged when it is used up. Doesn't matter if it's used in a week or only
after 6 months.Of course, now I don't feel like buying a SIM card, where I have to pay 15 € per month.
In my search online, this one was the cheapest deal. Can you tell me something about this (I just need a phone number and I don't need volume of data) www.digimobil.es/movil/mini
Thank you



Aswell internet? ****

author: no, only an phone number

Maybe a lobster sim… I pay 12 euros a month… you can stop it and start it any time you wish and you just pay for the month you have activated it.. keep same number.
Perfect for what you need without any commitment… you can also make free calls and texts to Germany included on that sim, and lots of other counties included too ****

www.lobster.es/pay-as.../small-spanish-sim-plan/... ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Hi I live in Pago does anyone know where I can buy a Turkey thankyou



Supeco got one yesterday ****

there were some in supeco los gallos today ****

They had them I think in Cauto butchers, the shop on the way to Los gallos kust before mcdonalds yesterday ****

got ours from the butcher in the market. You just need to ask ! ****

We always got ours in mercadona ****

Most markets (plaza de mercados) and most butchers have them ****

[loobyloo]

author: anything in the freezer needed for Xmas Day?


take out & leave covered up - to thaw out
(put in fridge if still needs to be kept cold)

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)


author: Where can I print my boarding pass (I know I can show it on my Phone but still prefer to
have a paper just in case)? Conil, Chiclana? Maybe someone has a printer and doesn't mind doing me a favour?



Where do u live? I’ll print it for you. ****

Don't know where you live. Am in Pago del Humo. You could send it to me, will print it and you can pick it up ****

author: i am in hozanejos and I will need it 3 Jan. Thank you! I will pm you

Most Papelerias will print it you can email it to them. papershop/book shop...****

as above said or you can save it onto a stick and take it into any stationers and they will print it for you ****

[e-mail] you an send it to this shop in Los Gallos they will print it for you.
Komokomo next to the bar and the round about. ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

Cont from prev post


Solventa on segunda pista, Barrosa. ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Cuidamos Chiclana Contigo

Remember that this year we are suffering from a severe drought, and even though the rains have arrived,
the situation is still critical💧💔 You from your home can also contribute to saving water:

✅ Give you quick showers instead of baths.
✅Fill a bucket with water while the shower water is heated and then use it to scrub or water plants.
✅Close the faucet while brushing your teeth or soaping your hands.
✅ Recycle. When recycled you save thousands of liters of water.

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Police & Securitas along Canteruelas Alta last night to turf out more people trying to squat.
Make sure your places are locked up tight and you have a neighbour or friend keeping an eye on things.
Once they're in it's almost impossible to get them out!!



loads of police at Casa Pepa's last night but I have no idea why ****

they were everywhere on monday evening as well all along the pago rd ****

There have been burglaries and garden thefts too ****

Where is Canteruelas ****

author: Pago del Humo - by Casa Pepa (Venta Cazadores)

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Popped out walk my dogs and 3 young guys went passed me and then in towards my front gate.i realised not locked just bolted.stupid me!
I quickly ran back asked them what they wanted they said oh just looking at your big house!!!! Hhhmmm 2 fair heads 1 dark.
Did not make me feel good...be alert everyone....this was near casa Blas

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: How much, roughly, is it to ship goods from UK to Cadiz? I'm thinking 7.5 ton van size.
Interested to hear anyone's experiences



Remember customs tax. You might be better selling your stuff in the UK and buying new in Spain. ****

Ask: Mat Trib Black Bull Transport ****

Mat Trib: There will not be any customs to pay if its your own used personal items and Spain is your main residence

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: I’m looking for advice on pellet heaters, if anyone has experience and could point me in the right direction . Pros and cons best place to buy. Thanks



We love our pellet fire it was in the house when we bought and we have lived here nearly nine years There is no dust and little ash to clean up
Wherever you buy from make sure they are able to service the fire ****

We have had our pellet burner for 3 years much more efficient & cheaper to run than previous wood fire , quite expensive to buy we got ours from
Casa Chineneas in chiclana they were very helpful. ****

I have friends with them, who were getting tired of jumping heavy logs, but now say the bags of pellets are as heavy. I must say their houses are lovely and warm as tfe fan blows,
but you can also get those little fans that sit on a wood burner and they make a difference. All fuel will go up in price and you can shop around for pellets and logs.
Casa de Chimenea sell pellet burners as do some of the solar power businesses. ****

We too have a pellet fire, having previously had a log burner and I can definitely say the pellet fire is much better, cleaner, no smell, easier to use!! ****

I have a cheap baeza pellet burner from leroy merlin. For me it works way better than wood, no smoke, easy to clean and I pay much less than I paid for wood.
But I only have a small space to heat! I get it serviced every 2 years which costs about 100 euros. ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Hi, I have a new I pad which I managed to lock in an effort to set it up.
Does anyone know someone or somewhere who can help me unlock it.
English speaking if possible. Thanks



If it’s brand new you can probably just reset it to factory settings ****

Get onto apple support they will help you in English ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Hi guys, only 12 sleeps until the 6 Nations and someone
is getting really nervous/excited about it
Where is the best place to watch it?



Debbie JG Bar Neros - La Barrosa Starts 2nd February... see you there

Bar Neros!! From day 1 Friday 2nd February!! ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Is there a public indoor swimming pool near Barrossa or novo sancti Petra or Chiclana area ?


Centro Supera ****

author: thank you so much is the pool warm ?

no just normal. There’s also a spa area which is a bit warmer ****

a wonderful facility. Water not particularly cold and thr smaller pool is lovely
and you can always warm up in the hot pool afterwards and the sauna.****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Anyone recommend a good house cleaner?
I’ve had a look in the search for older posts, but can’t see any recent.



Chari. Fabulous, does ironing as well. Great detail, never has a break.
[phone] ****

Ditto Chari Aragon ****



Nikki Day ****

I'll second that! ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Hello my lovely friends over in Chiclana. I’m looking to bring a tour group over for the Feria de Jerez or the Chiclana Feria.
I’m looking to hire a nine seater minibus to take our group on various visits. For example Yuegada de la Cartuja. Róyal Equestrian School of Art.Campo abierto,
Tío Pepe etc. There would also be a few trips to the beach and various restaurants. I have done this before myself. However, it would be nice to be able to enjoy
rather than drive all the time. Is anybody able to offer this service over 5 to 7 days at a reasonable price. Many thanks in advance.



Hi, send you a PM. We run Nordic Walking holidays out here, Spring/Autumn. Might be able to help if dates work. www.nordicwalkingholidays.co.uk ****

Hinterland Tours By far the best in the business ****

I too recommend Hinterland Tours, they looked after us very well. ****

Agreed, Axel is an excellent driver and guide.****

What are the dates of the Feria in Jerez and Chiclana this year ? We can host up to 8 persons in chiclana not 9 unfortunately. ****

[loobyloo]

(on another local expat site recently)

author: Anyone used a park and valet service at Seville airport before?
Looking to kill two birds with one stone by having the car valeted whilst away. Any recommendations……


Don’t do it. They’ll take your car for a joy ride. Park it yourself.
Btw where do you normally get your car valeted? I’ve been using this place in Chiclana near the blue bridge, beside the dog park / school football ground ****

author: that’s where I always use as well. I was just thinking of killing two birds with one stone etc

If you go to the Parkos.es page and enter your desired date, you will be shown providers.
I have already used the provider Parking4travel.
With this and some other providers, you drive directly to the departure terminal and hand over your car there.
The mileage will be recorded upon delivery.
I've also been politely asked if I would like my car cleaned. ****
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