France rejects plan to scrap 90-day rule for British expats
Thursday marked a disappointing day for second homeowners in France, as the Conseil constitutionnel rejected a new law that would have allowed them an ‘automatic long-stay’ visa.Read more...
Welcome to your new life in Thailand
With eternal sunshine, cheap living costs and a thriving expat scene, why not consider Thailand as a place to relocate, retire or buy a holiday home? It’s closer than you might think.Read more...
You’ve only got one life, why be boring?
If you are looking to escape the rat race, but not to just another British enclave, these far-flung locations offer real excitement and a very different way of life.Read more...
Will you pay more or less tax in Canada?
Canadian taxes are handled a little differently to the UK. Here is what you can expect both from the tax rates and the process of paying them.Read more...
Is Georgia on your mind? It should be.
In this month’s area guide we’re travelling to Georgia to consider what The Peach State offers expats looking to relocate to the USA.Read more...
Winter house-hunting in the USA
If you’re looking to escape to the USA this winter, here’s some tips on securing bargain flights and which locations to try.Read more...
Cave homes to cortijos, your choice of Spanish homes
With so much choice on offer, we look at the different styles of property available in Spain. From a castle in Mallorca to a park home near Marbella, there is a perfect property for every budget.Read more...
Discovering the Costa Brava
The Costa Brava offers crystal clear waters, a wonderful coastal path, beautiful countryside and friendly seaside villages.Read more...
Having fun with French
Follow these top tips from our expat in France and you will find learning French can actually be an enjoyable experience.Read more...
Raise a glass on Beaujolais Nouveau Day
Be sure to keep the third Friday in November free every year when you make the move to France, otherwise you will miss out on a unique celebration. Beaujolais Nouveau Day is a chance to show your appreciation for one of the less fashionable varieties of French wine. Any excuse for a tipple!Read more...
Seven reasons to move to Milan
Due to Brexit, the European Medicine Agency (EMA) is leaving London. Yesterday Milan held its breath as a secret ballot decided if the city would be chosen as its new home.Read more...