Copyright 2004-2008  Carol Palioudaki.  Living in Crete   www.livingincrete.net
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> About Living in Crete

It takes time to settle into a foreign country
and learn the ropes.
Cretan culture is  different and can take a
little getting used to and the laid-back
Greek lifestyle is not without its frustrations.
                                         
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> Accommodation - Renting

Renting a house or apartment in Crete.
Information on long term lets, short term
lets, furnished and unfurnished properties
and where to look and what to look for.  
An attractive village near a small resort, but
far from town, may become much less
attractive in the winter months when
everything in the nearby resort is closed
down.                                             
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Settling In
Learning how to get things done, looking for a place to live,
dealing with cultural differences, looking for work.
> Working in Crete

Employment opportunities, work in Crete, jobs
in Crete. Summer jobs, tourism, teaching
English and more.
How and where to search for a job in Crete.
                                             
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> Culture Shock

When moving abroad be prepared to
experience culture shock.
Even if you have spent many holidays on
Crete, and think that you know the country
and the people well it can still manifest itself
when you are out of holiday mode and start
living here.                                        
                                            
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