To bring or not to bring ?

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 00:42

We are moving over in January and would like to know any recommended essentials to put in the car.

Do we bring our 37" lcd tv(about 3 years old) or sell it before we leave and also thinking of buying a small digital paraffin heater as I know it can get cold in the winter months as it is only the size of a small suitcase and very economical

yorgozlu



Joined: 16/06/2009
Posts: 4437

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 00:54

Anything electronic is more expensive here.So the choice is yours.I'd actualy upgrade it and bring it over.Be sure it at least 'looks' used please.Heater is also essential in winter times.Perhaps you might want to add few electric blankets as well.

Navek



Joined: 01/06/2008
Posts: 2656

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 00:56

Hi sparky71,

Bring the TV.

I would forget the fire, it will only add moisture to your home :-(

Better to burn a log fire, if you can.

Navek

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 01:01

Thanks Salahi



As we are likely to rent for the first year or two may not even need a tv but still need to make a decision and maybe make room for something else

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 01:05

Thanks Navek







As we don't have a definite rental yet we don't know what type of heat/fire there will be

Navek



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Posts: 2656

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 01:49

Hi sparky71,

I think an open fire's the best/cheapest way to heat the houses over here.

Keeps them dry too

Navek

Groucho



Joined: 26/04/2008
Posts: 7993

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 06:34

As Navek says; don't bring a paraffin heater. When paraffin burns it produces lots of moisture. something you don't want.

If you can't have a log fire... Air con works well for heating and actually works out cheaper than many electric or gas alternatives with the added bonus of being clean, instant and removing the moisture which tends to make concrete structures feel clammy in Winter. Electricity is relatively expensive but it does not need to be on for long.

Some people walk around in shorts and T shirt complaining about the cold... dress up in warm clothes for winter and most of the time you will be cosy.

bazzagirl


Joined: 09/05/2010
Posts: 525

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 11:11

I agree dont bring the heater,but I would look to bring a multi regional dvd player instead as some single region players struggle to play the discs available in the TRNC

martinD41


Joined: 06/09/2010
Posts: 3001

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 11:24

Glad to hear you will be renting ....Many didn't and now regret it....I would say electric blankets are a must...most houses are not insulated and the cold outside temperatures in winter take no time at all to permeate the walls...

stellasstar1



Joined: 02/07/2008
Posts: 1519

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 16:06

Hot water bottle as well!!!!

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 17:10

Bring lots of patience and a strong sense of humour...

scoobydoo


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 2434

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 17:13

Forget everything else just bring your 'electric blankets!'

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 19:51

Thanks for all the replies will knock the paraffin heater on the head,bring the tv and the electric blanket

rejela


Joined: 09/02/2011
Posts: 293

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 21:05

Sell the car in the UK and put the money towards buying one here, the customs duty on vehicles can be steep. The vehicle has to be less than 3 years old if it is a car, although vans can be imported up to seven years old. If you want to send some items out get it boxed and sent like that.

Most items are readily available here now inclding parafin fires, all makes of TV. I wouldn't want the hassle of bringing personal effects, then be at the mercy of the customs as to how much duty you owe. A personal matter but once bitten twice shy springs to mind.

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 21:23

rejela msg14



We are just planing ahead and know the pitfalls regarding the car which would be less than three years old at the end of our year in TRNC, but feel if it dosent work out after a year we can just jump in the car and drive home

Pipie


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Posts: 5499

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 21:44

Love my sheepskin rugs in the winter !!

Chegwin


Joined: 24/03/2009
Posts: 775

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 22:13

Mutton dressed as lamb?????

Chegwin


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Posts: 775

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 22:14

Now you have to admit. That was funny.............Damn funny.

flowerfairy


Joined: 17/09/2008
Posts: 1277

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 22:21

Hey Pipie, I too love mine. I also leave them down during the summer, spiders have trouble walking through them.

I am also pleased that I brought my microwave combi, hostess trolley (meals on wheels), and best of all, my slow cooker. While I'm lazing around the pool, my lovely gravy dinner is just about ready after I've had my sun downer. Life can't get much better than this.

ttoli


Joined: 24/03/2007
Posts: 1172

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 22:22

Hi Melvin, Offer still stand as per our phone conversation, Electric blanket deffo, Houses with no insulation and Marble get bl**dy cold in the winter, Sky box and card from the UK a big saving on local prices.







Gary

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 22:39

Hi Gary



Any particular day/time,and i know the bar is over the road but have forgotten the name





Melvin

Pipie


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Posts: 5499

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 22:56

Chegwin ya lie like a cheap rug !!





Must say love my gusto coffee pod maker !!

ttoli


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Posts: 1172

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 23:00

Melvin, When ever suits you, Joe who runs the place has My No. Altinkaya Jam Bar





Gary

sparky71


Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 54

Message Posted:
30/05/2011 23:24

Msg 23 Thanks



I'll give you a bell when we're over



Melvin