Why are there farmer protests in France?
Protests in France, as we all know, are not uncommon. It is perhaps one of the things that we give the country the most credit for. Unlike other countries, groups of people who feel aggrieved do not take things lying down. Whether their efforts eventually end with change or not. Striking and protesting appear to be part of the French psyche.Read more...
The appeal of winter in the USA
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you need to hibernate. Today, we’re running through some of your best options for winter fun in the USA.Read more...
Driving and safety on the roads in France
The French government is now tightening up its road safety measures in a bid to reduce accidents. Here is what you need to know.Read more...
French bread aims for protected status
One of the best things about living in France is the bread, seriously! Could the quality of the French baguette now be recognised by the United Nations?Read more...
Overseas buyers continue to see the appeal of Portugal
Foreign purchasers snapped up a quarter of the properties sold in Portugal last year, demonstrating the success of initiatives to attract international visitors.Read more...
Italian election news
An Italian general election is to be held on 4th March. President Sergio Mattarella dissolved parliament at the end of December 2017 and the New Year has begun with political parties competing for popularity.Read more...
France needs English speakers, and other news
This week, news that speaking English will stand you in good stead in France’s jobs market, and wages are rising too. Elsewhere there are small rises in postal and bank charges, and bad news for youngsters – roll up your sleeves kids!Read more...
News from Spain as 2018 gets underway
The news has been coming in thick and fast from Spain as 2018 gets into full swing. Join us as we run through the stories that are of particular interest to overseas property buyers there.Read more...
6 top tips for investing in Australian property
Understanding what you can buy, the regulations that may affect you and the tax implications is a must when investing in Australian property.Read more...
Why winter is wonderful in Australia
Do you want to escape the cold, enjoy the great outdoors, benefit from cheap flights and still go skiing? Winter in Australia is where it’s at.Read more...
How to furnish your Italian home, stylishly!
Once you have bought a property in Italy, the next thing to consider is how to furnish it. But where to start looking?Read more...