• Preface
• A Backdrop To The Country
• Milestones, Markers And The Arts
• Preparing To Go
• Getting The Facts On Retirement
• Working In Spain
• Deciding Where To Go And Stay
• Buying A Property
• The Education System
• Culture
• Savouring Food And Wine
• Staying Young
• Banking, Administration And Taxe
• Knowing The Institutions
• The Shopping Experience
• Travel And Communications

Going To Live In Spain

• Preface
• A Backdrop To The Country
  • Facts, Facts And More Facts
  • Governing Modern Spain
  • Pros And Cons Of Life In Spain
  • The Big Number One – Climate
  • Summary
• Milestones, Markers And The Arts
  • The Heritage Of The Moors
  • Conquering The World
  • The Franco Era
  • Stunning National Parks
  • Diverse Farming
  • Distinctive Architecture
  • More Than Just Dali
  • Quixote, Lorca, Hemingway And Others
  • Opera, Music And Seٌor Church
  • Summary
• Preparing To Go
  • The Documents Required
  • What Clothing To Take
  • Taking Your Pets
  • Learning The Language
  • Letting The House Back Home
  • Moving Your Furniture
  • Organising Your Travel
  • Preparing For Culture Shock
  • Summary
• Getting The Facts On Retirement
  • Planning Your Income
  • Keeping Healthy
  • A New Lifestyle
  • The Frequency Of Moving House
  • The Results Of The International Passenger Survey
  • Statistics From Newcastle
  • Seeking More Than Pleasant Amenities
  • Summary
• Working In Spain
  • Language – The Main Requirement
  • Equal Opportunity
  • Casual, Seasonal, Part-Time Or Full-Time Work
  • Teaching
  • Your Contract Of Employment
  • The Black Economy
  • Having Your Own Business
  • Getting Started
  • Business On-Costs
  • Summary
• Deciding Where To Go And Stay
  • Deciding Where To Go
  • A Roof Over Your Head
  • Property Rental
  • Summary
• Buying A Property
  • Considering The Pros And Cons Of Each House Type
  • The People Involved In Buying
  • Understanding The Legal Documents
  • Money Matters
  • Summary
• The Education System
  • Pre-School Education
  • Primary School
  • Secondary School
  • Bachillerato
  • Vocational Training
  • Universities
  • Private Schools
  • Summary
• Culture
  • The Romantic Culture Of Old Spain
  • Eltoro (The Bull)
  • The Spanish Character
  • Summary
• Savouring Food And Wine
  • The Pleasure Of Good Food
  • Classic Dishes Of Spain
  • Eating Well
  • Regional Food
  • Eating Out
  • Tapas
  • Bar Or Café
  • Introducing Wine
  • Classifying Wine
  • Sangria, Sherry, Brandy And Others
  • Visiting The Bodega
  • Summary
• Staying Young
  • Enjoying A New Lifestyle
  • Learning About The Country
  • Enjoying Sporting Activities
  • Involving Yourself In Social Activities
  • Holidaying In Spain
  • Summary
• Banking, Administration And Taxes
  • Knowing Banks And Currency
  • Dealing With Red Tape
  • Making A Will
  • Learning About Taxation
  • Summary
• Knowing The Institutions
  • Understanding The Health System
  • Instituto Nacional De La Salud
  • What To Do In An Emergency
  • The Beginning ... And The End
  • Death
  • Keeping Within The Law
  • Summary
• The Shopping Experience
  • Forget Marks & Sparks
  • Shopping Abroad
  • Best Buys
  • Purchasing Utility Supplies
  • Summary
• Travel And Communications
  • Travelling By Road
  • Meeting Motoring Regulations
  • Travelling By Train
  • Telephone Communications
  • Getting The Name And Address Correct
  • Tv, Radio, Newspapers And Books
  • Summary