VALENCIA RESOURCES
The references below were submitted by IWC-V members. None reflect an endorsement by the IWC-Valencia for accuracy or quality of service
This list is conceived as an on-going, collaborate project among all IWC-V members, and we invite you to add your own resources to the list. Have a favorite manicurist, plumber, garden shop? Add them -- whether a new name or an entirely new category (major appliance store, pet, real estate agent, etc). We know there are other helpful people and services in Valencia beyond those we've included. Be sure to include a specialty, an address, and contact information.
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GENERAL OVERVIEW - Getting Started
Yvonne Bartholomew, (Amazon.com - paper; Kindle)
Dreaming of Retiring to the Costa Blanca? Read This First! (Vol. I, 2014)
Dreaming of Retiring to the Costa Blanca? Your New Life Starts Here (Vol. II)
More helpful for UK citizens, but much advice on negotiating the system applies to all.
Moving 2 Valencia, Avda la Pinada 18, Gilet/Valencia 46149 +34 648 117 862
Christa Brokke, Relocation Consultant M-F 08:00-17:00; Sa 08:00-14:00
https://moving2valencia.eu info@moving2valencia.eu
Individual and Corporate, pre- and post-move assistance
Relocation Specialist
Linda Svilane - Yes Valencia
+34 644 427 224
Help with NIE,residency, proper forms, document filing, transportation to agencies; utilities, schools, medical insurance & consultations, housing (purchase/rent).
TRANSPORTATION
Buses
Valencia buses and Metro (EMT) -
963 52 83 99
Multiple ride card - bus, or metro, or combination - initial fee + top off
Metro vending machines or tobacco shops
Airport Card (zone B) - big saving. TIP - keep one card dedicated to zone B
Ten rides = 21 euros; Metro vending machines or tobacco shops
Bono Oro - 20 euros
Over 65, resident one year; annual, unlimited rides on us only;
original purchase at EMT office; renew annually at any tobacco shop
Metro Bus (regional) - bright yellow buses
Intercity buses (CVT) -
Carrer de Menéndez Pidal, 13, 46009 963 46 62 66
Eurolines
Alsa
HIFE
IKEA free shuttle - (time table)
Estación del Norte (Germanías, 41), en Plaza Cánovas (Gran Vía Marqués del Túria, 76), en el Centro Comercial El Saler -> finalmente en Ikea.
Trains - Estacion Nord (Calle Xativa 24 or Sorolla (San Vincente Martir 171) - free shuttle between stations
Renfe (National Railway; long distance, AVE high speed, regional
Ferry - Balearia
LEGAL
Attorney/Solicitor (abogado/abogada)
Javier Hernández
residency specialist; wills; real estate
Calle Colón 10, Ático 15, Valencia 46004
http://www.solicitorvalencia.com/ javierhernandez@icav.es +34 96 332 59 59
Ramon Llacer Ferrer
c/ Mestre L.Fuertes Julvez n12, Torrent 46900
rllf@icav.es +34 667 624 392 +34 961 180 492
ACCOUNTANT (Taxes)
Juan Luis Lopez Escriva, Abogado
Lopez Monserrat - C/Aan Antonio 20, 46920 Mislata
666 596 375
Tax Attorney - Really excellent service; thorough explanations; answers emails right away
TRANSLATIONS
Marcela Mattenet Heskett - (IWC member)
Simultaneous Translation/negotiator – court/police/emergencies/doctor’s visit, rent or purchase negotiation; sworn (legal) translations; IWC member
mm@centralpoint.es + 34 656 890131 (whatapp)
Linda Casanova
Home purchase/rental searches, consultations with medical personnel, etc. -
lincasanova@yahoo.com +34 620 596 923 (whatsapp)
SPANISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTION
Central Point
Avenida al Vedat 90 ent 2, 46900 Torrent +34 961097667
Spanish classes with the Callan Method 80% oral!
Raquel Moreno, M.A. Spanish & Valencia
One-on-one or small-group Spanish lessons; cooking lessons
Calle del Mar 23-25 +34 685 81 53 11
https://www.spanishclassesvalencia.com/ hola@spanishandvalencia.com
Escuela Oficial de Idiomas de Valencia - Official School of Languages in Spain
English web page - certification levels - semester classes begin in October
http://mestreacasa.gva.es/web/eoivalencia/access_spanish_courses
Universitat Popular de Valencia
Informal courses including Spanish for foreigners
https://matricula.universitatpopular.com/Seleccio#
Intercambios
Spanish/English Conversation Groups
Galeria Jorge Juan, Carrer de Cirilo Amorós, 62 Wednesdays at 14:00
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS IN VALENCIA
Overview article
https://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/international/spain/schools-in-valencia-considered-by-expats
American School in Valencia
Urbanización Los Monasterios, Av. Sierra Calderona 29,
pre-school through high school
British School in Valencia
Avda. Peris y Valero 57
pre-school through high school
https://www.bsvalencia.com/en/
SPANISH CURRENT EVENTS
El Pais -
English Edition; weekly on-line subscription newspaper (free) - news, politics, arts, sports, opinion, science, Spanish life
https://elpais.com/elpais/inenglish.html
Progressive Spain -
News and Views on Issues, Activism, Politics contemporary Spain. Sign up for regular e-mail delivery
www.ProgressiveSpain.com news@progressivespain.com
Valencia Community News and Business -
monthly, on-line magazine
Community News and Business Valencia
Free, monthly, on-line magazine for English-speaking expats
SOCIAL-PHILANTHROPIC GROUPS - Get Involved
InterNations Valencia
Events, activities, tours, job networking, resources for Expats living in Valencia
Free to join; fees for events
https://www.internations.org/valencia
English Speaking Business Luncheons (ESBL),
Lunches, group cultural events, and area restaurant reviews
Rotary Club Valencia International
Humanitarian service, community volunteerism, social fellowship.
embership Fees - Meets Mondays 19.30-21:00
Playground Art Center, C/Historiador Diago
Contact: Marcela Mattenet Heskett, President + 34 656 890131 -
Democrats Abroad, Valencia Chapter
Must be US citizen to vote, but all are welcome to join events (marches, socials, discussions)
www.democratsabroad.org/es_valencia valencia@democratsabroad.org
DAILY LIFE - Make Life Fun
Festivals & Events - Expect bus schedules and routes to change significantly
Also see Festival Calendar under "Government Resources"
Cultural Calendar
Holidays and religious events in Valencia --is in Spanish but very informative.
http://fiestasancristobal.es/CALENDARIOVLC/ENERO.htm
Agenda Urbana
Listing of all kinds of events by category. Updated regularly. In Spanish
General Tourist Information
https://www.valencia-tourist-guide.com/en/events/festivals-valencia.html
Fallas Calendar (15-19 March, annual)
https://rove.me/to/valencia/fallas
Paradores
Spanish-government historic hotels
Register in the "Amigos" program (free) & receive special offers, enhancements
Flea Markets - times vary
Tuesday - Jerusalen-Pelayo Rastro; Chinatown, W. of Estacion del Norte
Tuesday - Plaça Luis Casanova, Mestalla Stadium car park; the largest in town
Sunday-Holidays - Plaça Redonda, El Carmen; one of the ol
Original-Language Film Venues (VOS)
Lys Cinema - Passeig de Russafa 3
First runs; simulcasts - dance, theater, opera
Babel - C/Vincente Sancho Tello 10
First runs, documentaries, art films
http://www.cinesalbatrosbabel.com/
Yelmo, Mercado de Ave Tirso de Molina 16
First runs; simulcasts - Met opera, dance, theater
ABC Park, C/de Roger Lloria 21
First runs; simulcasts - opera, dance, theater
Filmoteca, Institut Valencia de Cultura, Pl. Ajuntament 17
Art films, classic TV series, miscellaney - 2.50€
http://ivac.gva.es/la-filmoteca/programacion/valencia
REPAIRS - Make Life Easy
A few handy words:
Camera (cámara)
Jewelry - watches (Joyería/reparación de relojes)
Handyman (manita)
Contractor (contratista)
Auto (reparación de automóviles)
Computers
Hernán @ Portáles Valencia Computers (Portáles)
Calle Santos Justo y Pastor 43 +34 963 29 20 60
www.portatilesvalencia.com sat@portatlesvalencia.com
Tony Cerda - Computer Repair - Speaks English
Computer Repair - Both MAC and PC, wifi problems and Smart TV connection fixes
Mobile/Whats App?Messages +34 625 417 944
Home Maintenantce/Repairs (manita; contratista)
El Manitas Ideal - "quick & short tasks at home" Some English + English icon desriptions
avisos.elmanitasideal.es 673 690 685 3 locations
C/Pintor Benedito 3 (Pl. Espana); C/Salamanca 29B (Gran Via); C/Constitucion 126B (46009)
Highly recommended; excellent service; small or large tasks; hang picture -> new kitchen
Chic Bolsos - (maletas) Repair. - Does not speak English - but highly recommended
Calle San Vicente 69, Valencia efficient, affordable; also sales
www.bolsoschic.com +34 963 51 75 25
Tony Cerda - Handyman "Manitas" Speaks English
Repair of furniture, leaks, hangs shelves, paints, change LED fixtures, make custom woodwork
Mobile/Whats App?Messages +34 625 417 944
Awnings (toldos), Screens mosquiteras), Blinds (persians)
Toldos Valencia awnings (toldos), screens (mosquiteras), Blinds (persians)
Doctor Rafael Bartual 4, Valencia +34 963 773 333
www.toldosvalencia.com - info@toldosvalencia.com
Does not speak English but excellent quality; done well; on-site measure/estimate
Luggage - sales and service
Chic Bolsos - no English but efficient, affordable
Calle San Vicente 69, Valencia
+34 963 51 75 25
SERVICES - Make Life Worthwhile
Personal Services - Make Life Beautiful
Design - Fashion Accessories & Home Decor -
Olimpia Cerdá
Designer creating beautiful, colorful silk scarves suitable for dresses and pillows.
https://olimpiacerda.com IWC-V member
Masseuse/Spa (masajista / spa)
Masseur - Sergio Albendea,
Calle Salvador 7
Variety of styles: Sports, Relaxing, Thai, Deep Tissue (concentrates on particular location)
Multiple packages; excellent English
www.masaje-valencia.com/en +34 608 76 39 32
Day Spa - Balaneario La Alameda
Calle Amadeo de Saboya 14
although the web site is in Spanish; most of the staff speak English
https://www.balneariolaalameda.com/
Personal Training and Yoga
Bliss Sports and Yoga - Port Saplaya +34 655 92 68 80
Highly recommended, former Olympiad; sessions in studio, beach, parks, etc.
Pilate Classes
Tally Pilates
Passeig de Russafa, 9, Puerta 4 +603 16 87 13
https://www.facebook.com/tallypilates/
Nail Salon (manicura)
Stylo Diez,
Carrer dels Vivons 10, Russafa +963 35 44 15
https://stylodiez.negocio.site/
Butterfly - also hairdressing
Avenida del Oeste 52, 46001 622 178 696
Hair Dresser (peluquero)
Blonds, Brunettes, and Red Heads
Calle dels Centelles 11, Russafa
+65 489 05 99 or +65 489 35 96 during work hours
https://www.facebook.com/BlondesBrunettesRedheadsHairstudio/
Victor @ Paul Mitchell
Gran Via Ramon y Cajal 28 +963 52 73 39
https://www.facebook.com/paulmitchell.valencia
Aiste Monkeviciute
comes to your home
https://www.valencia-kids.es/the-best-mobile-hairdresser-for-the-whole-family/
Lukmy Salon
Calle de Aljandra Soler 9 (46003)
Mithi speaks English +34 963 913 545
General Services - Make Life Great
Postage
purchase stamps at the Correo or any tobacco shop
calculate weight and destination (tariffs)
Picture Frames - custom
Beleño y Roselló C/Quart 133, 46008 +96 384 21 11
www.belenoyrosello.com info@belenoyrosello.com
Restaurant Delivery -
Just Eat - Delivery service that works with over 650 restaurants in Valencia, since 2011. It's terrific -- clear, accurate, on time. Indexed according to cuisine types.
"Back Home Home" Products
Taste of America
Expensive, but handy at holidays
Avinguda Regne de Valencia, 6, 46005 +962 06 64 65 https://www.tasteofamerica.es/
Bookstores
La Bastisfer - book store and cafe/bar
Carrer de la Reina 167, El Cabanyal
+962 14 22 79
good selection of English-language books (both new and second hand) from English “classics’ to translations of Spanish language works; interesting Latin American selection. Hosts occasional events.
Driver Education (auto escuelas)
El Cid Driver Education
Carrer de Sueca, 17 +963 417 369
http://www.autoescuelaselcid.com/
Insurance Agent
Angel Giron Descalzo
Centro de Negocios del Mar, Avda. Puerto, 189,3 A1. 96 339 22 46
Julia - English speaking associate - suport@mesagseguros.com
Travel Services
Map and Travel Bookstore
Libreria Patagonia
Calle Hospital 1, Valencia 46001 +963 936 052
great travel bookstore - English travel literature, guide books, maps
www.libreriapatagonia.com libreria@libreriapatagonia.es
Wine Tours, Tastings, and Consulting
Johan de Smedt, +34 617 027 922
Be sure to watch for the excellend Autum "crus" excursions
Paradores
Spanish-government historic hotels
Register in the "Amigos" program (free) & receive special offers, enhancements
FUNERALS and BURIALS
Funeral Plans
David Hyder
Golden Leaves International +34 966 493 082 +34 603 531 417
Ave. de la Pla 123-125, Javea (Alicante) 03730
Cemetery Intermment
British International Cemetery
Santo Domingo de Guzman 5, Valencia 46017
Contact: David Sumner