How wonderful is North Cyprus? Positive thoughts only

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 22:37

Hubby and I moved into our own villa just over a week ago and are loving it. Can hardly believe we are actually here, lying by our own pool and soaking up the sun while everyone back in UK is sick of rain! We have had great service from loads of people, with the record being 4 sunbeds and cushions purchased at 4.30 pm and delivered before 6 pm the same day. Everyone has been so helpful and special thanks to our pals who have helped us so much.

Then yesterday we witnessed the wonderful atmosphere around Girne harbour and watched the awesome flying display of the Turkish Stars. That was something totally unexpected for us.

Just a pity we have to go home for a few weeks to prepare our shipment of goods, but will be back mid September to stay. This really is a dream come true, and yes, we know there will be stumbling blocks along the way abut everything is not perfect anywhere in the world. We are going to enjoy every minute we have been privileged to be given.

No1Doyen


Joined: 04/07/2008
Posts: 16617

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 22:52

Suzie.I hope you and your husband have a happy life here. There will be problems along the way, some will be answered on here. Take it as it comes and speak to lots if people before you make any decisions.



Good Luck and Good Health.

boglefan



Joined: 07/06/2009
Posts: 511

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 23:01

How lucky you both are. I do hope you and your husband will settle in and slow down to the lifestyle of NC. I know from friends that there will be a few stumbling blocks along the way but these will be hopefully quickly be overcome. My hubby and I envy you so much. Good luck in your new lifestyle.

Panchocat


Joined: 29/11/2009
Posts: 1333

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 23:10

Suzi we have no regrets and have had no real hurdles to overcome. I hope you continue to be happy and relaxed in the TRNC, let's face it, and talking from experience, after teaching in the UK you deserve a lovely relaxed lifestyle. welcome and ENJOY!

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
21/07/2010 23:17

Dear Suzi welcome to the forum and a very big welcome to the TRNC..always remain positive in thinking and this will help you settle very well..Retired to the sun and your own Villa with pool..and to think it just gets even better when the family and friends come over to stay..god bless and all the very beat wishes





Spider,X ))

cyprusairsoft



Joined: 22/06/2009
Posts: 2066

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 00:02

4years on and still loving it

forget the moaners and groaners do your thang

Pipie


Joined: 05/01/2008
Posts: 5499

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 00:11

Life is what you make it !!!!

bookworm


Joined: 10/07/2010
Posts: 340

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 01:07

It is wonderful if you haven't got anything to do with the governmental offices and if you have a wheelbarrowful of pounds stuffed in the bank to pay the bills! And if you are healthy!

Jeannie


Joined: 04/08/2009
Posts: 3283

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 02:12

bookworm - now, come on! "Positive thoughts only"



That's all very fine, of course, for those who have "positive thoughts only"



God help the rest of us!

waddo


Joined: 29/11/2008
Posts: 1966

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 07:30

Came here with nothing - still got most of it left! Will only leave if we get thrown off the Island. Hard to start and understand the ever changing system but worth any effort you put into it. The place, the people, the weather, the lifestyle - all are wonderful. Found the secret of dealing with life out here but it took us the best part of two years:



Breathe in, breathe out - slowly.................... Smile more.

Earlybird


Joined: 28/04/2009
Posts: 816

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 08:24

Think about the positive, things always seem greener elsewhere until you get there. I love the people, the sun, fresh food, the sea, the mountains and waking up every morning to the beautiful views. I also feel much safer here than the UK.

Jodienjon


Joined: 12/05/2010
Posts: 316

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 08:41

I have lived here 3 years today and i have loved every minute of it. My son goes to a very nice school here and he also enjoys it here especially school holidays when we got to the beach water parks and picnics.



We are expecting our second child and will be having her here.



The quality of life you can not put a price on and the people here are everso friendly.



I hope you have many happy years here and if anything does crop up as things always do anywhere in the world,take it with a pinch of salt and take one day at a time.

dekski


Joined: 08/11/2008
Posts: 142

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 09:08

Hi Suzie and Hubby

We've been here two years and have no plans to be anywhere else. We now take things a day at a time and things do get done without the stress. This is a special place. Great to have yous aboard.

JohhnyLee


Joined: 25/04/2009
Posts: 2495

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 09:13

Fabulous, we love it, lot's of snags, but who said life was gonna be easy, Lived without elec for 15 mths, but we coped,

Taught us not to take things for granted, and now we are so economical with it.



Best food (veg bread fruit meat) you could wish for, and if you shop around so cheap, and you can still afford to drink and smoke.



What a fantastic life. Long may it cotinue.



Don't listen to the whingers,

Chelpet


Joined: 10/03/2010
Posts: 253

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 17:53

I am really glad to see positive threads on here, we bought a villa last August and joined 44 earlier this, and have got to say have got a bit worried when we saw some of the reports on here, I am not saying that there are not problems, but are there not anywhere you go, we have throughly enjoyed our visits to NC, and have met some really nice people, I look forward to visits, and going to parties to meet some of the residents of this lovely island.

We do know quite a few TCs in the UK who have relatives out there so we do try to make a point of visiting them, and that way have tried to integrate a bit, and learn more about their culture.

Back out in September and cannot wait.

cyprusman3



Joined: 09/06/2009
Posts: 297

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 19:50

welcome to paradise

jakki



Joined: 23/10/2007
Posts: 865

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 21:04

I like the fact that it is cheaper to eat out at a restaurant rather than buying food and having to make it yourself.

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 21:21

Thanks for all the positive responses folks.

millzer


Joined: 12/04/2007
Posts: 978

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 21:21

Good luck to you Suzi, wish we could do the same.

basheer



Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 949

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 22:36

best thing I have done ,I come here several times a year and everytime I wished I was'nt going back to the uk, however for now some bit of heaven is better then none

poochops


Joined: 09/03/2008
Posts: 64

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 22:47

What a refreshing post! We love the place too, folks we meet always so friendly an chilled out. Always hate to leave, came home in may on Saturday and booked for august on Sunday, the cases were still in the hallway! Can't wait till august, 5 years twenty visits and the anticipation still has me on tenterhooks for weeks before we fly. Love it xxx

Jefferson


Joined: 17/05/2010
Posts: 360

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:00

We are due out at the end of August and this post is just what we need. Please keep the positive comments coming. We can't wait!

TigofLapta


Joined: 22/07/2010
Posts: 3

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:15

Good Luck, lovely quality of life, hope to be doing the same next year.

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:20

Tigoflapta..First post a very big welcome to the forum..and If you make it happen next year it will,very best wishes that it all works out as it has for suzi..





Spider,X

lemonlady


Joined: 28/06/2009
Posts: 34

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:21

It is really great that you now have your own home here.



I have also retired from teaching, and have lived here permanently for 18 months. I. absolutely love my life here and have no regrets about leaving the uk.



I look forward to seeing you and Peter soon, when you and our friends have another 'get together'

horselover


Joined: 18/01/2009
Posts: 129

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:32

if i could weigh up the for and against to england..sorry england..you loose.north cyprus is heaven.x

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:45

Please list your positives and negatives for both, should make interesting reading.

annie


Joined: 30/05/2007
Posts: 208

Message Posted:
22/07/2010 23:52

Hi suzi

I've read lots of posts but do not usually comment, however I wanted to join in on this one as its so refreshing to see so many positive comments. I moved here in January this year and have no regrets so far. We too have always received good service and friendly smiles. We have good neighbours which is great. I miss my children of course but they all have lives to live and are spread around the UK so did not see a great deal of them before but now when I see them it is genuinly quality time. I hope you continue to settle in well.There are a lot of people on the forum with many years experience of life here so I'm sure if you need advice you will find it on here.

Have a good life and if your in the Catalkoy area let me know, you would be very welcome if you want to pop in for coffee.

Take care Annie x

halffull


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 571

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 00:10

Hi Suzi, can't begin to tell you how great this place is, yes you will hear all the horror stories ( and read them on here) but like in previous messages in my experience the positives out weigh the negatives, and if you go with the flow and don't expect little britain, it's wonderful.

laptagal


Joined: 28/05/2008
Posts: 549

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 09:43

Hi Suzi and welcome. We moved out here in April and absolutely love it. Our kids in the UK thought that we might be lonely and bored but we have met lots of lovely people and time flies by. If you keep an open mind and accept the quirkyness of the country, I am sure that you too will be happy. Good luck to you both and if you are moving to the Lapta area and looking to make new friends, let me know.

negativenick


Joined: 10/11/2008
Posts: 6023

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 09:53

as uncle Percy would say "yow'll learn"..........................

booitsme


Joined: 04/02/2009
Posts: 667

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 11:02

Good to hear you enjoy it here. We moved here 2 years ago and still love it. Yes, we've had our frustrations and problems but on the whole it has been a very positive thing for us and we don't regret it at all. We've made some wonderful new friends - both british and locals and have spent many a happy hour trying to communicate with our new friends - us with our limited but slowly improving Turkish and the locals with their wonderful way of putting things. I can honestly say we've never met a more helpful and kind bunch of people than we have here and we both hate having to go back to the UK on occasion. Yes, we've also met the idiots, drunks and the doom and gloom merchants but it's all so much easier to cope with in the sun and we certainly knew our fair share of those in the Uk as well! Just keep remembering that yes, there'll be bad times but the good times do follow

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 11:13

Please make a note of the date you posted this thread and do the same in two years time - hope it keeps on keeping on being ALL positıve for you all!

keldanreb


Joined: 17/09/2009
Posts: 212

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 11:36

nice,but remember the trnc monty python mentality "always look on the dark side of life". so its nice to see p.m.a in n/cyprus,cause after reading some of these posts,i was looking for the rope....me and my wife love it here,and have been coming here for 7 years.

Isabella


Joined: 02/10/2008
Posts: 199

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 11:42

If anyone read comments in the UK paper last weekend - cannot remember whether it was the Saturday Telegraph or Sunday Times, or Mail but there was an article on the best places to retire to and Cyprus was the first one on their list. it obviously was the South to which they referred, but it could equally have been the North when they compared against their list and definitely for scenery the North would win.



Although we are not retired to NC we visit very often and although there are so many moaners on Cyprus44 (who cannot accept they have come to another country and should abide by whatever happens in that country or return to UK) my experience is very very different. People in general are so friendly and genuinely helpful. Other aspects, eg litter is similar to the UK 40 years ago when people just dropped cigarette packets, sweet packets and anything else; we very soon forget what the UK was . I am sure in another ten years things will have changed for the better in this rega

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 19:27

The negative thinking person's cup is always half empty - the positive thinking person's cup is always half FULL!



C'est la vie!



C'est si bon!

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:10

How many of you 'positives' writing on here have bought your homes and now find you don't own them?

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:17

Quarmby....they don't want to know about those things !

It's easier just to talk about the sunshine and the lovely people.

Don't let the ugly truth spoil a feelgood story !

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:18

Quarmby you must be on the wrong Thread ! sorry mate.perhaps some have but are remaining positive ))





Spider,X

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:20

cronos

they do make me laugh! Heads buried in the sand syndrome!

basheer



Joined: 22/12/2008
Posts: 949

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:33

bought my villa may 08

got my title deeds nov 09

quick and easy thank you GOD

billyboy1


Joined: 01/06/2009
Posts: 590

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:35

Cyprus is wonderful, i love it for the weather, the clean sea, the friendly people, the fresh food, the great food, the price of gold,



I was born in england to turkish cypriot parents and always thought myself to be a brit, but the older i have got my feelings have changed.... cyprus is my homeland....i get emotional flying into Ercan and also flying out, it feels like i am coming home.

My son was also born in england and his father is part italian/british and irish...he says he is atrue european, but loves his turkish heritage....



The main reason i think cyprus is wonderful, my mum and dad live there and i get to go and see them whenever i like...



enjoy what you have on a beautiful island....

wackyjim



Joined: 04/06/2007
Posts: 760

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:44

bought my villa oct 06



no sign of title deeds



strained and difficult...where is god???



Still can't think of any other place I would want to be...ironic isn't it???

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 20:48

Jim...I don't think it is ironic.



There are many reasons for enjoying life in Northern Cyprus.



Unfortunately property purchase isn't one of them !

Smity



Joined: 14/09/2009
Posts: 826

Message Posted:
23/07/2010 22:31

Negative negative! people try Possitive you will live a lot longer and be a happier person

Every counrty has its rules, problems and other stuff that mentioned would proably start a thread as long as your next electric bill

Yes house buying has its problems but a lot of the time its because we are to trusting, alway act no matter where in the world you are, as you would do in the UK Trust your loved ones & close friends.

We british seem to be sucked in , we think that because we but abroard there are no pit falls

I love the TRNC bought with my eyes wide open, did everthing right got all thr right documentation.

If it goes tits up so be it Just enjoy this beautiful part of the world and worry about stuff when it happends then face it head on

Cant wait to be here full time

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 00:06

Smity

how long have you lived in the TRNC on a permanent basis?

poochops


Joined: 09/03/2008
Posts: 64

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 04:20

I love our visits, shame it'll be another 15 years till we retire (very early) there but hey ho no point in wishing our lives away! We're lucky I suppose, got our (shared) deeds last year 4 years after we bought, doubtless we and our neighbours will end up having to parcellise ourselves, and we've got no Tarmac and I doubt we ever will until we put our hands in our own pockets. This doesn't stop us lovin the place though, even though were just swallows. The only negative we feel is the very rare occasion on a night out when we meet the odd over opinionated dyed in the blood anglicised expat who has this chip on their shoulder that "if you don't live here you can't possibly understand what we go through" like it's a penance living there that won't end till they're buried back in blighty. Funny really beacause I've never experienced the same thing of any of the Russians or Germans or London TCs we've met. Apart from that we love the place, but hey? We don't have to live there do we?!!

Markyboy



Joined: 05/06/2010
Posts: 228

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 09:16

Have visited 3 times in the last 2 years.....returning again this year and planning for more next year...lovely island, freindly people and sunshine on tap....live life to the full with no regrets, hope it all works out for you Suzi

halffull


Joined: 26/01/2009
Posts: 571

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 09:50

Thanks Suzi, great post even! Love the place, people, pace of life, got a poperty but no title yet Hey Ho, will get there one day, just love living here and the only thing that spoils it are the few brits who spend their time moaning.

yogi1


Joined: 12/06/2009
Posts: 98

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 10:08

Hi Suzi, Been here over a year and it gets better and better, t really is "living the dream" Ignore the "negs" in my opioion there usually people who are not to oozing "O" levels if you get my point and theve usually done silly things then blame everybody else for there own stupidity. Enjoy, relaxe and live your dream.

mags111



Joined: 17/08/2008
Posts: 251

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 10:36

Hi suzi, Weve been here nearly 3 years and absolutely love it here. We have made some very good friends in our new life, both british and turkish and the lifestyle is second to none. We feel like this is home and have to urge to go back to UK. Our family and friends regularly visit us and we have quality time with them which is great. The locals are hospitable and friendly and we feel very safe here. Our house is wonderful, deeds now ready, and we have the best lifestyle. Of course there are frustrations as there are in any country and people who moan have nothing better to do so ignore them. Im sure you will be very happy here and will have a great life out here. Good luck x

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 10:46

We moved here with our eyes wide open and enough resident friends to know what does and might lie ahead. I have had a negative attitude in the past and was miserable. Now I have a positive one and it really helps me handle any challenges that come my way - and no doubt many will whether I am in TRNC or UK or anywhere else in the world. Anyone with negative thoughts who want to put them on this thread, get off and start your own post - read the title of this one, positive comments only please!

Chelpet


Joined: 10/03/2010
Posts: 253

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 13:14

I totally agree with you Suzie, as I said before we went into buying with our eyes open, sure we have had problems nothing serious just the usual poor quality building methods, but we are overcoming them, and the good definately out weights the bad, I think the thread on the fires shows that people can pull together and it will breakdown nationalities, religions and other stupid differences as long as people are prepared to work at it.

We love it in NC and cannot wait until our next trip, good on you and keep the positive comments coming.

dizzycows


Joined: 12/05/2009
Posts: 2736

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 13:35

Hi suzi1951, we just cant wait until we are back over to NC for a break, we do envy those of you who live full time in NC, ... You have the sun most of the year, beautiful scenery, to us its like going back 20 years.... Crime is low, compared with GB, you get things done in NC the same day if you buy goods etc. In GB you have to wait for goods up to six weeks then they come broken and a complaint is delt with via 10 different voice overs so you never get to speak to the right person..

The problems people have had is very different to the probs we have in GB, so just enjoy what you have ..... keep positive, I know I am....

girne 29


Joined: 06/12/2007
Posts: 1488

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 16:19

jeffereson



'We are due out at the end of August and this post is just what we need.'



Why? Before this post ,what were you afraid of?

If people need monthly 'Why I love NC so much' threads to constantly reassure themselves, then maybe they should stay within the comfort zone of the UK.

mia100max


Joined: 19/03/2008
Posts: 404

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 16:42

I love waking up every day here, of course I have had my problems along the way, the same as a lot of people but there is nowhere like Northern Cyprus. In general, the locals are friendly & hospitable and I find that if you treat people how you would like to be treated yourself... you will get along fine.

Dixie Normus


Joined: 22/02/2008
Posts: 820

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 17:31

I luv it her and its even better now that my incapacity benefit has increased, thankyou all back in the Uk for a great life.



D.N

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
24/07/2010 17:46

Good to hear it Dixie....hope you've left your blue badge with a relative in the UK for free parking !



Remember to occasionally use your walking stick when strolling round the harbour just in case any DHSS spies are here on holiday ! ;-)

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
26/07/2010 12:43

Cleaning kitchen and still loving it here

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
26/07/2010 13:24

And suzi1951 when the heat gets too hot we are fortunate enough to have a pool today..Yes the joys of living here.





Spider,X

JKnotintheUK



Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
26/07/2010 14:03

Dear Suzi, It's so refreshing to read so many positive comments about this wonderful part of the island on which we live. My partner and I have been here nearly 3 years now and have loved every minute of it. Of course we have had the odd problem here and there but have always had lots of support and good advice from our friends and neighbours around us. The TRNC has for far too long been the butt of many lies and nasty (mostly untrue) comments and propaganda. I for one love living here (for far too many reasons which I won't go into on this forum) I wish you and your husband every success in your new and exciting life here. Life is what you make of it - some people would not be happy where ever they lived. x

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
26/07/2010 17:14

Could you give examples of these many lies and nasty comments. Please enlighten us.

Tatum1


Joined: 23/03/2009
Posts: 337

Message Posted:
26/07/2010 17:47

Well we have our own home and despite many voices in the 3 years we have been here "warning ' us.... WE DO HAVE OUR KOCAN!!!!!

It is a lovely place to live. Not perfect but then nowhere is but we have been here 3 years and despite many,many hurdles we have made it ....... Every day I look at the mountains behind us and the lovely sea in front of us and think that I have gone to Heaven.Please that it may long continue!!!!!

JKnotintheUK



Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
27/07/2010 11:06

Quarmby - Message 62: If you want some examples of lies and nasty comments may I suggest you go over the border to the South part of this Island and strike up a conversation with someone about "The North" you'll soon hear some. Need I go on??

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
27/07/2010 11:26

JKnotintheUK...msg 64

That is totally irrelevant.....some GCs attitude to TCs and the North is another subject altogether.



Quarmby was asking for examples of lies and nasty comments from posters on here.



It is great to have a positive attitude....but it is foolish to be blinkered to the unpleasant truth about some aspects of NC...particularly the laws regarding property ownership and foreigners.

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 13:30

Well JKnotintheuk



cronos and myself are asking for examples, either put up or withdraw your comments.

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 14:14

cronos an jknotintheuk...I thinks your on the wrong Tread and need to start up another,sure you will end up with a load of followers happy moaning with the others..



Its a fantastic sunny day here today.may take a little walk to the bay,or maybe just swim in my own pool..I feel a pool party coming on! Nah maybe a beach party instead..



Keep to the topic folks..



Spider,X

mags111



Joined: 17/08/2008
Posts: 251

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 14:42

I think JKintheUK is trying to say to Quarmby that he should be on this link saying positive things - not negative.



From the responses here I think 99% of us are extremely happy and contented here and glad to be part of the TRNC. Long may it continue

JKnotintheUK



Joined: 24/07/2010
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 16:38

Quarmby / Cronos - This was supposed to be a "positive thoughts only" forum. Why are you turning this into a negative one. The original quote was " The TRNC has for far too long been the butt of many lies and nasty (mostly untrue) comments and propaganda" this was posted by myself. Quarmby then asked for some examples, which was answered. Note - "THE TRNC" and NOT of this site or this particular forum.



Gent's - I notice that your comments on this page have not been very positive at all. such a shame because most people who I know ARE happy and have made (as requested) only positive reports. If you both re read my original posting you will see that I AM making positive comments. My glass if half full.

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 16:43

JK

We are not making negative comments re the TRNC, we are simply asking you to reveal the negative lies you claim are being made about the TRNC, quite simply. you still have not revealed them, Why? It was you who brought the subject up , not us.

Jefferson


Joined: 17/05/2010
Posts: 360

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 16:49

Re message 27. You brought the first negativity to the thread. How sad that you cannot read a positive thread without being a grump.

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 16:58

I think it is irresponsible of some people to come on this forum and make comments that they are not prepared to back up with evidence as such. Msg 61. I am not being negative, just asking for justification of their comments.

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 22:29

Quarmby and frtiends, please take your arguments and grouches elsewhere and off my post. Thank you.

Quarmby


Joined: 15/09/2008
Posts: 975

Message Posted:
28/07/2010 22:57

suzi



I wish you all the best for your new life, but be aware you are still on holiday and will be for a couple of years, just hope you are still as happy in a couple of years from now. Don't be naive to the many pitfalls you may come across in the future.



Msg1



Glad to have rain in the UK today first time in a couple of months!!

girne 29


Joined: 06/12/2007
Posts: 1488

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 02:28

Suzi

In Quarmby's defence.



You asked a question, ' How wonderful is North Cyprus?' and then tell people how to answer it.

If you know the answer already, why ask the question.?

Bit like asking 'How wonderful is Ryan Air ?' Then tell people you only want to hear nice things about them.



Instead of asking 'How wonderful is North Cyprus?' Just ask for the reasons why people think it is such a wonderful place.

Otherwise we could end up with threads, for example, with someone asking' how easy is property purchase?.Only people who have had no problem ,should reply.

The Forum will end as a discussion group and become instead, a place to issue unchallenged statements

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 09:16

girne 29 Seems like perhaps you did not quite read the first post...Take another peek.





Spider,X Great place off to do our residency today, always always without a problem.. )))

fiendishpaul


Joined: 18/05/2008
Posts: 1720

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 09:51

I think Girne 29 makes a good point. What is the point of asking a question then specifying how you want it answered ?



Just my opinion of course



Paul

Cyprusquest


Joined: 09/12/2008
Posts: 428

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 12:17

Suzie - nice to hear the dream come true a week later is it still so?

dutty


Joined: 09/06/2009
Posts: 75

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 13:05

Got back from Cyprus about a month ago went on some great walks. Tried the one around Bellapais Abbey called the 'Crusader Path' absolutely fantastic veiws

Struben


Joined: 17/02/2009
Posts: 68

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 16:05

Hello Suzi and Hubby, welcome to North Cyprus.



We came from South Africa over 2 and half years ago. There is no Utopia, anywhere in the World, but have no regrets at all. People are generally lovely and friendly. Yes there are problems, but we see a huge difference even in the short time we have been here (for the better). Children play safely in the streets and it is great to see that, let alone ourselves who can walk freely with no fear of being attacked. Yes we are probably years behind many countries in the World - maybe that is for the best, when you see what is happening around us.



We wish you all the best for you and sometimes, if you do get a little frustrated, look past it and see all the good things about the Country - we think good things will be happening in the future of North Cyprus, they do so deserve it.

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 17:27

Msg 78 - yes it is still the best place to live. Got to go back to Scotland next week for a few weeks then back to await arrival of shipment mid to end September. Realise we could have to wait a lot longer for it,but heyho, what will be will bee and my getting 'het up' about it will not bring it here any faster!

wynyardman



Joined: 15/12/2007
Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 19:42

suzi,



General strike Monday (denied) Petrol stations closed or 1 hour queues. (denied) memorandums, PTPs on Pre 74 Turkish



properties injunctions. mortgages granted by banks without the real owners knowledge. No agreement with the GCs so no one



knows who owns what! Contracts not worth the paper that they are written on (quote).Legal profession that does not recognise



a Duty of Care or have PI Insurance.



Lets just say it has its good points!



Rose tinted spectacles all round!!



wyn

cyprusbreeze


Joined: 20/08/2009
Posts: 91

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:16

5 years and we still think it is fantastic. So many great people here. Of course there are problems - the plumbing breaks down wherever you live - but so many plusses here and so safe.

JohnW


Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 601

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:23

suzi1951 started this thread and asked for positive comments only it strikes me as being bad manners to do otherwise.

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:29

Unfortunately John threads do not "belong " to the person that started them.



This is a public forum and people are at liberty to comment as they see fit....within forum rules of course.



Anyone with a one-sided ,blinkered ,rose-tinted specs approach to North Cyprus could of course start their own blog and filter out any undesirables who wish to relay the truth based on actual personal experience.

JohnW


Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 601

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:36

cronos



Of course they don't but that shouldn't stop people respecting the purpose of the thread. What is the point of depriving someone of a small pleasure.



You could, of course, go off and start a thread "How awful is North Cyprus. Negative thoughts only. Then everyone would be happy and could leave the others in peace.



Or, is it so important to impose views on others whan they have expressed a clear wish not to hear them?

wynyardman



Joined: 15/12/2007
Posts: 4580

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:36

John W,



I don't do bad manners, but I am into reality.



wyn

JohnW


Joined: 23/04/2009
Posts: 601

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:40

Sometimes, people make it clear that just for a short while, they don't want reality, they just want a little pleasure. Why are you so important that you can't respect that and be kind instead of imposing your views. What you did was bad mannered, it is just that you don't know it.

Vidal


Joined: 14/05/2009
Posts: 867

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:41

We can all understand that if you have had a traumatic time here you would want to prevent it from happening to anyone else.

Thanks to the help and information shared on here, those new people wont have a hard time.

Lets not ruin the joy and excitement for them, things may well work out ok if they have listened to you.

Your bitterness now makes it sound like you resent their happiness and thats just not fair.

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 22:44

John W.....if people don't want to hear other people's views they shouldn't be on a public forum !



And furthermore,I wouldn't dream of starting a thread as you suggest "How awful is North Cyprus. Negative thoughts only." for 2 reasons:



1 I don't think North Cyprus is awful.....just certain very significant aspects of it.

2. I am not conceited enough to try and impose my own views on a particular thread at the expense of free expression.

Bradus


Joined: 25/02/2007
Posts: 2641

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 23:24

What really infuriates me about this thread is not that people have steered away from the subject but that the very person starting this thread is someone who has little experience of living in the TRNC........... according to other threads she is only just taking possession of her property (1 week) and coming back later in the year when her furniture is shipped over! Has she even got her title deeds? Will it descend into very negative posts in 2 - 3 years later when she realises she has paid in full but the builder still owns her property?



This is like those on the forum that recommend builders, solicitors and estate agents before they have possession and their title deeds. We all had rose tinted glasses at that stage. It was only years later that our dreams were shattered.



Sadly this "economical with the truth" attitude encourages others to buy with a warped view of what might lie ahead. I keep saying this put please keep your views to yourself until you have true experience.

Jeannie


Joined: 04/08/2009
Posts: 3283

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 23:49

Bradus - I have to say that I agree with your post 91, 100%.



I am speaking as someone who has visited this part of the Island for over 21 years and has a holiday home here, with no immediate problems, so have nothing to grumble about, to be honest. However, I have to agree; I know people who have moved here, "lock, stock, etc." and have really made a go of it and have completely become involved with the lifestyle. We are friends with many people and they have gone out of their way to involve themselves in local life and it's worked out perfectly for them. It isn't for me, but it's Horses for Courses. Like you, it saddens me to read the posts of those with "rose coloured specs" (and I do not wish that to sound derogatory in any way), but, as you rightly say, come back on here in two years time and tell us your experiences. I find it a little worrying that the post was headed "positive responses only please". Does that not say it all?

apc2010


Joined: 28/07/2010
Posts: 1689

Message Posted:
29/07/2010 23:50

i find it strange to start a thread only for positive comments . what does this achieve other than a "PAT ON THE BACK" surely a better thread would be , what are the pros and cons ???

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
30/07/2010 00:14

Bradas message 91..whatever makes you think that she dose not already know lots of good people with and already reciving lots of good advice..She moved over not just to see her friends more often but those same friends are supporting her with constructive advice..And who ever said rose tinted glasses our dear WYN..Both Suzi and I have a very dear friend who has lived here some maybe 30yrs..Oh she sure knows they way things are and is prepared to live with them, might i just add to with a very positive approach to everything..This is my thinking also Possitive mental attitude changes so very much for every individual...Most on 44 should give it try I already see that some do..So start those Threads on whats bad with the TRNC..we get them all the time..a good possitive one from time to time yet you all still want to BRING IT DOWN..sorry but not this one get ya own going )) )



Spider,X

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
30/07/2010 09:46

Thanks for your comments folks. I see from some that I am accused of wearing rose tinted specs - well, spider has answered that one. I certainly did plenty of research and got lots of good advice from people other than estate agents and solicitors. As for the builder owning the deeds - that suggests I bought a new build. wrong again folks, I bought a resale and saw the deeds in the vendors name. Realise this does not necessarily mean there will not be further problems, but I am readyt o meet them head on. 38 years teaching teenagers (and surviving) cedrtainly gave me strength!

Thanks for the warnings folks, good to know people care. Thanks even more for the welcomes and other positives.

suzi1951


Joined: 14/02/2010
Posts: 191

Message Posted:
30/07/2010 09:48

By the way, those who have given warnings, you have not told me anything I had not already heard.

cronos


Joined: 26/10/2008
Posts: 2093

Message Posted:
30/07/2010 10:06

Suzi,



You mention that you have already heard all the warnings about buying in North Cyprus.

I'm glad to hear it...at least you have then taken them into consideration before planning your move.



However,if this forum was full of "positive threads only" then potential buyers would not be similarly armed with all the facts before trying to make an informed decision.



Good luck with your move,but please have the good grace to come on here in 6 months...a year...2 years or whenever if you do in fact encounter any of the real problems,particular to the TRNC,that us "doom and gloom merchants" are trying to warn people about.

spider


Joined: 03/01/2009
Posts: 5527

Message Posted:
12/08/2010 05:20

cronos Knowing suzie1951 I am sure she will do just that. and although she may find the odd situation to deal with I know that like myself her positive attitude and outlook in life will enable her to deal with all matters that may or may not arise.Suzie their is a new member called orlaith (lynn) from your part of the woods please try and contact her she has left on a thread her details, She would find talking to you a great help re move over here. Thanks.





Spider,X