I plan to be in Spain by the end of September. I am going to be there for quite a while...at least eight months. I will be in Rota. This is the plan: Fly into Madrid then fly to Jerez de la Frontera then what? I will have a few bags with personal items so I'm not too sure about taking buses or trains. What about taxis? I understand Rota is about 26-30 miles from Jerez de la Frontera.

I saw this on military webiste. not sure how recent the prices are

Civilian taxi service to Naval Station Rota is available 24 hours a day. Prices range from approximately 55 Euros (from 0600 €“ 2159) and 65.00 Euros (from 2200 €“ 0559).

here's another one.

http://advanced.shuttledirect.com/searchresults/quote

you could also sign up at www.blablacar.com and see if anyone is traveling that day in your direction. it is a very inexpensive way to get around!

Thanks for the responses. I'll check it out-Shuttle Direct seems to be a good option. I'm not going to the base but maybe staying in a small hotel near it until I can find a place to stay.

Does anyone know if Iberia is the best airline to use for a domestic flight within Spain? I've read that some of the budget airlines are strict about luggage.

Are you doing this on a whim, or do you have a plan? You do know that you need a visa if you plan on staying longer than 90 days (unless you're in the military and are on assignment).

All of the airlines have limits, including Iberia.

read each one's rules. yes, they are ALL strict. I'd go with best pirce or take the train

I would like to spend three months in Rota longer if Visa works out. Any soggestions on finding housing. Single female retired teacher.

Pisos.com could be a starting point to get a first idea.