Hope for British holiday-home owners in France
British holiday-home owners affected by the 90-day rule post-Brexit, were offered a glimmer of hope this week. This light came with proposed plans allowing for more flexible visas and freedom to spend lengthened time at their properties.Read more...
Shopping essentials for sun worshipping in Portugal
In Portugal you’ll enjoy a spring, summer and autumn of al fresco living, so getting the perfect terrace is well worth the effort.Read more...
Five tips for renting out your home in Portugal
It sounds like a “no brainer”: buy a desirable property in Portugal, advertise it for tourist rental, then sit back and count the euros. It is possible, but nothing in life is quite that easy.Read more...
Italian café culture
A café is to Italians is what a village pub is to Brits. It’s their local where they meet for a reasonably priced coffee and chat with friends. But the landscape is changing: prices are on the up and Starbucks are on their way.Read more...
Driving in the USA
Ah, the open road! When we think of America, one of the first things that springs to mind is its roads, and more specifically the possibility of a real American road trip. Such is America’s love of the car, you will probably need to use one.Read more...
French gastronomy, one of life’s greatest pleasures
Looking at restaurants in France and how we are all spoilt for choice!Read more...
With the bill passed, let Brexit bargaining begin
The Brexit Bill was passed by the British parliament last week, meaning that Article 50 can be triggered and the serious negotiating begin. At last, is what many of us are thinking! Negotiating positions on the “divorce” are starting to be understood as the foreign residents of each country look warily on. So far, however, the signs are good.Read more...
Becoming a mum and dad in Spain
This weekend it is Father’s Day in Spain and next weekend the UK celebrates Mothering Sunday. But when it comes to the practicalities of new parenting, how helpful is Spain?Read more...
A unique way to make Spanish friends
Fancy a free holiday meeting Spanish people? The catch? Well, you’ll be spending all day helping them to improve their English.Read more...
Quality of life in Canada ranked the best in the world
For the second consecutive year Canada has been ranked the second best country in the world, but it now takes the number one spot for quality of life.Read more...
Renting a property in Canada
There are many reasons why a new expat would want to rent a home before taking the plunge and buying a Canadian property. Whatever your reasons there are some important considerations you should be aware of.Read more...