An expat’s journey to obtaining citizenship in Cyprus
Our resident writer in Cyprus, Helen, shares why obtaining citizenship felt important and beneficial to her. Plus, an insight into the process.Read more...
News roundup form Portugal
With summer in full swing and World Cup fever sweeping across the land thanks to Cristiano Ronaldo’s heroics, let’s find out the latest news from Portugal.Read more...
Could you build your French home?
We’ve all seen that run-down French house and dreamed of restoring it to glory. Or found the perfect French field with a view, and imagined building our perfect home on it. Well, dream no longer, we would like to introduce you to the people who can make it happen.Read more...
10 best places to buy a holiday home in Ireland
When considering where to buy your Irish holiday home, it’s important to factor in what you dream of using it for. Will you use it as a base for exploring the trails of the Wild Atlantic Way or the Glendalough Loop? Are you looking to spend long weekends by the Irish coast? Do you want to getaway to immerse yourself in Ireland’s live music scene? Or, must you be on the doorstep of the best cycling routes in Ireland?Read more...
5 reasons to love living in Portugal
People living in Portugal often post lots of photos of their local towns and beaches on Instagram and Facebook. Imagine living somewhere where day-to-day life is as visually inspiring as being on holiday!Read more...
Opening a B&B in Italy
In a country that attracts over 52.4 million tourists each year, there are plenty of potential B&B clients to go around.Read more...
British buyers boost Spanish property market
The latest news from Spain reveals that you could be joining an ever-growing army of British property buyers, who have boosted home sales there.Read more...
Government offers hope on healthcare after Brexit
It’s the news that many would-be expats and those looking at future retirement abroad have been waiting for. The British government aims to continue the current system where British citizens living in the EU continue to receive free (or heavily subsidised) healthcare after Brexit. Even for those who move after Brexit and the transition period.Read more...
How to license yourself, and your car, to drive in Spain
Cruising along the paseo maritimo, arm hanging out of the window in the summer sun, sounds of a Mediterranean disco beat blaring out…, who doesn’t love driving in Spain! If you’re out in the countryside it’s a necessity. So we know that many readers have questions on driving in Spain. Such as when do you need a Spanish licence, and can you licence your own British car?Read more...
Our love affair with the Dordogne
The Dordogne is a truly beautiful department located in the Nouvelle Aquitaine in the south west of France. It has long been one of the most popular areas for many British people to visit and settle in as it has so much to offer: beautiful countryside, stunning towns and villages, medieval castles, prehistoric caves, a great climate, rich and varied food, pretty timber houses. The list goes on and on!Read more...
How to move abroad with your pet
It’s a common misconception that it’s either impossible, or a huge hassle or expense to move abroad with your pet. We’ve even heard people say they can’t possibly make the move until their beloved furry friend has moved on to pet heaven! Many other people are under the impression that all pets must be quarantined for six months when they arrive in a new country. Or, that that their beloved fluff ball will be exposed to horrors such as rabies or leishmaniasis.Read more...