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I ditched the UK for sunny Spain – the process took less than three months, I bought my dream home & get paid to tan

I ditched the UK for sunny Spain – the process took less than three months, I bought my dream home & get paid to tan

Scottish Sun03-05-2025
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EXPAT ESCAPE I ditched the UK for sunny Spain – the process took less than three months, I bought my dream home & get paid to tan
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A WOMAN who was fed up with living in the UK has shared how different life is in Spain.
Georgia currently lives in Malaga and hasn't looked back since ditching her life in the UK.
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Georgia moved from the UK to Spain five years ago
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Now she has bought her dream house with views of the ocean
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She also said she gets paid to tan
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Now, Georgia has her dream house overlooking the sea and gets paid to tan.
Taking to social media, she revealed the new house included three bedrooms, a giant rooftop area, a pool, and scenic views of the ocean.
Georgia has lived in Spain for five years but it took her just three months to buy her dream home.
And that's not all, she also revealed her bills were significantly cheaper too.
In the summer, where she typically uses aircon for her house throughout the day, she revealed her energy bills cost just £50 a month.
The UK in comparison, is an average payment of £150 a month.
And that's not all, her water bill came to just £20 for two months of usage - and that was with filling up her swimming pool.
Georgia also revealed that she got paid to tan and work out while in Spain.
In another clip, she showed herself at work on a rooftop moving furniture about as she enjoyed the views.
"How do I explain to an English person I get paid to do this," she said.
I ditched my retail job in the UK for island paradise…rent is just £225, dinner costs £2 & our poolside office has a spa
"Is it classed as a job?
"I've seen worse working days. I class it as getting a tan & free gym."
The clip of her new house has gone viral on her TikTok account @geoinspain with over 2 million views and over 100k likes.
People were quick to congratulate Georgia on her new life in the sun.
Moving house hacks
1. Declutter Before You Pack
Sort through your belongings and get rid of anything you no longer need. Donate, sell, or recycle items to lighten your load.
2. Create an Inventory
Make a list of all your items. This helps keep track of everything and ensures nothing gets lost in the move.
3. Use Quality Packing Materials
Invest in sturdy boxes, bubble wrap, and packing tape. This will protect your belongings during the move.
4. Label Everything
Clearly label each box with its contents and the room it belongs to. This makes unpacking much easier and more organized.
5. Pack a 'First Day' Box
Include essentials like toiletries, a change of clothes, snacks, and important documents. This will keep you from rummaging through boxes on your first day.
6. Take Photos of Electronics Setup
Before unplugging your electronics, take photos of the wiring setup. This will make it easier to reconnect everything at your new place.
7. Use Suitcases for Heavy Items
Pack books and other heavy items in rolling suitcases. This makes them easier to transport and reduces the risk of injury.
8. Colour-Code Your Boxes
Use different coloured stickers or markers for each room. This will help movers quickly identify where each box should go in your new home.
One person wrote: "This is beautiful, congratulations."
Another commented: 'Congratulations. It's my dream to move to Spain and leave the noisy New York.'
"Congratulations Geo, it is gorgeous! I bet all your friends from the UK are going to visit you this year," penned a third.
Meanwhile a fourth said: "Congrats on your beautiful home, those views are insane."
"Amazing! I'm planning to do the same soon,' claimed a fifth.
Someone else added: 'Absolutely stunning, it's a dream to have that sea view."
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