“We wanted to really start living and Valencia just felt right.”

We had both reached a point where we wanted to step away from the Dutch system for a while. We longed for something new: a different culture, a different rhythm, a better climate. Valencia had already stolen my heart during my Erasmus exchange – I knew even back then that one day I wanted to return. And as we’re still young and free, we thought: this is the moment.

During a short trip to Valencia, we found Match Better Valencia through Google. The website felt instantly right, and when we met Marja, everything simply clicked into place.

From that moment things moved quickly, but in a relaxed way. Communication with Marja was personal and direct via WhatsApp. She was incredibly approachable and truly thought along with us. Our top priorities were finding a home and childcare. Thanks to her local network we could act fast. She created a clear overview and even accompanied us to viewings. That created such a feeling of calm and trust.

What was most valuable to us? The knowledge that you could always call someone when you hit a bump in the road. And that still continues today. Marja is our warm point of contact, someone who speaks the language, knows the city, and understands how things work and how to get things done. That made arriving here feel so much less daunting. You’re not on your own.

Would we recommend Match Better Valencia? Absolutely. Especially if you don’t yet speak the language and can’t or don’t want to handle everything yourself. MBV takes so much off your plate and at a fair price. But more than that, it gives you peace of mind. You’ve got someone here who has your back.

Valencia isn’t just a destination. It’s a way of life. And thanks to Match Better Valencia, we now get to live it.