Episode 51: Interview-Moving from Colorado to the Costa Blanca

What is it like to retire, pack up your life in Colorado, and move to the Alicante Province during a pandemic?This week in Spainfully Honest, we talk with Patrick and Carol, an American couple who did exactly that four years ago. Now living in Finestrat, they share what it has really been like to adapt to life on the Costa Blanca.They talk about the practical side of their move, from the difficulties of getting a Spanish driving license to how the healthcare system compares to the US. They also share what they have learned about everyday life here, including how local pharmacies work, Spanish banking hours, and how they built a community.If you are planning a move to Spain, Patrick and Carol offer great practical advice from their last four years here.As always thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the episode, make sure you hit subscribe and follow us on socials so you don’t miss what’s coming next.And if you want to keep the conversation going, come and join our Discord community here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/wTGrjpVQh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ — it’s where we all hang out, swap stories, and chat all things Spain.Or if you’ve got a story to share, a guest suggestion, or just want to say hi, you can always email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠