Where to buy in Australia for the best wellbeing
For many, a move to Australia is motivated by the allure of a life in the sunshine: long days out on a bicycle, beach picnics, family-friendly neighbourhoods and a good dose of Aussie charm. While most of the country does indeed offer a high quality of life, we’re digging into the results of a new report to discover the areas ranked as best for wellbeing.Read more...
Spain’s lockdown begins to lift
Spain’s lockdown has now entered its sixth week. Although there are still many new cases being reported each day, they are far from the heights of a month ago. Sally Veall, our writer in Catalonia, explains where and how the lockdown is being lifted.Read more...
Living with the lockdown in Cyprus
The coronavirus pandemic has hit Cyprus, but I am glad to see it has had nowhere near as bad an effect as on the UK, France or Spain. Maybe that’s because the lockdown in Cyprus came in very early.Read more...
France’s sunkissed property hotspots
Our nearest and much loved neighbour boasts some of the most glorious sunny spots in Europe, from the Riviera to the microclimates of the Charente. We could all do with some sunshine in our lives at present!Read more...
How is the USA adapting to life under lockdown?
Despite the US government being criticised for their slow response to COVID-19, action has been ramped up in recent weeks, with a number of measures introduced to protect and support the American people.Read more...
Irish officials say country has ‘flattened the curve’ thanks to lockdown measures
According to Chief Medical Officer, Dr Tony Holohan, Ireland has succeeded in flattening the curve of coronavirus and now no peak is expected. As of Monday 20th April, there are 15,251 confirmed cases.Read more...
How is New Zealand coping with coronavirus?
New Zealand was one of the country’s that has acted the fastest in response to the coronavirus outbreak, with Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern ordering Level Four lockdown when the country had only 238 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and zero fatalities. This swift and strict approach appears to have worked and as of Monday 20th April, the country only has 1,440 confirmed cases.Read more...
The positives of life under lockdown in rural France
During unprecedented times due to the coronavirus, France’s response has been swift and clear. Life is more difficult but there are worse places to be during the confinement period than rural France.Read more...
Communities pull together as Spain adapts to life under lockdown
It’s a difficult time in Spain at the moment, but there’s plenty to be hopeful about. From dancing policemen to volunteers making facemasks, the Spanish are pulling together, while property specialists and notaries are making it possible for you to continue your purchase from abroad.Read more...
How to get a head start on learning Spanish (with just 15 minutes a day)
With many of us stuck at home, it’s important to remember there are still ways you can get ready for your move. Now’s the perfect time to brush up on your Spanish, and, as we find out, all it needs is 15 minutes a day.Read more...
Nature flourishes, buyers find ways to purchase and communities come together
We may be living in extremely tough times but there is a great deal of good news to focus on. In our corner of France, community spirit is alive and kicking. Let us look at how opportunity and positivity can arise from adversity.Read more...