Why Spain and golf make a prize-winning team
A key driver of tourism that is also a boost for your wellbeing – two new reports highlight why golf is such a perfect pairing for Spain and its famous lifestyle. For anyone considering a home by a fairway, we spin you some key facts…Read more...
If you want to understand Spain, learn to love Flamenco
It’s easy to believe that everywhere in Europe is pretty much the same, until you see a true performance of flamenco. This is where the heat and passion of Spain truly comes to life in an unforgettable fusion of dance, music and song.Read more...
5 Ways to Watch British Telly While Abroad
Watching British telly abroad has never been easier, here are five different ways you can do it from almost anywhere in the world.Read more...
Keeping the kids happy on a long journey
If you are thinking of buying a holiday home abroad but are worried about the long journeys, don’t be. Keeping your children happy on a long distance flight to Orlando, Tenerife, Dubai or Sydney has never been easier.Read more...
Has Boris upset the Italians, with his Prosecco comment?
Boris Johnson was in the Italian news this week due to a comment referring to Prosecco sales in Britain.Read more...
After Brexit and Trump, Italy prepares for critical vote
Italy goes to the polls on Sunday 4th December for a referendum on constitutional reform. That may not sound the most exciting bit of news, but if the vote goes against the government then the long-term effects on Italy’s place in the European Union could be far-reachingRead more...
“Brexit budgets” make Lanzarote a popular choice
With buyers hit by the falling pound looking for slightly cheaper winter sun options, the Canary Islands are seeing a rush of interest. The most popular choice is Lanzarote, says Richard Way, offering winter sun, easy access and affordable property.Read more...
Five ways to access British TV in Portugal
A dark cloud spread over British expats in Portugal back on 5th February 2014 – and it was nothing to do with the weather. British TV was switched off! Fortunately there are ways around the problemRead more...
Making your Portugal home feel like home
If you’re considering an expat life in Portugal, is keeping a property at “home” the best of both worlds or should you throw everything into a full-time life abroad? Our writer from Portugal explainsRead more...
How to eat like a Roman
The way to an Italian’s heart is through his stomach. By exploring gastronomy in Italy you will learn about the local way of life and be seduced by the flavours and tastes from the Romans at Pompeii to the Sagra Festivals todayRead more...
Help! My dream Italian home comes with 400 olive trees
Have you found your dream home in Italy, but are concerned about looking after the land and olive trees that come with it? Don’t be put off, says our Italian writer Julia, even an inexperienced Brit shouldn’t do them too much damageRead more...