1.Preface
2.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;
3.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 Señor Church; Summary;
4.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;
5.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;
6.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;
7.Deciding Where To Go And Stay
Deciding Where To Go; A Roof Over Your Head; Property Rental; Summary;
8.Buying A Property
Considering The Pros And Cons Of Each House Type; The People Involved In Buying; Understanding The Legal Documents; Money Matters; Summary;
9.The Education System
Pre-School Education; Primary School; Secondary School; Bachillerato; Vocational Training; Universities; Private Schools; Summary;
10.Culture
The Romantic Culture Of Old Spain; Eltoro (The Bull); The Spanish Character; Summary;
11.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;
12.Staying Young
Enjoying A New Lifestyle; Learning About The Country; Enjoying Sporting Activities; Involving Yourself In Social Activities; Holidaying In Spain; Summary;
13.Banking, Administration And Taxes
Knowing Banks And Currency; Dealing With Red Tape; Making A Will; Learning About Taxation; Summary;
14.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;
15.The Shopping Experience
Forget Marks & Sparks; Shopping Abroad; Best Buys; Purchasing Utility Supplies; Summary;
16.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;