Greek festivals to add to your calendar this autumn
Greece in autumn. The weather is pleasantly warm, the tourist crowds are sparser and prices are lower. It’s also a fantastic time of year for festivals and a chance to experience an authentic side to Greece. Whether celebrating a good harvest or honouring a patron saint, out comes the food and drink, and a chain of people dancing the traditional Dances in costume.Read more...
How to make your French home more energy efficient
We’re all affected by the current increase in utility bills. However, there’s good news in France as the country is set to keep its energy price cap for next year in order to protect consumers. This was announced in September by the French budget minister. Furthermore, the prime minister announced that regulated electricity and gas prices will be capped at a 15% rise next year.Read more...
A record-breaking year for luxury villas in Greece
2022 has seen a record-breaking number of international buyers purchasing luxury villas in Greece.Read more...
Cyprus property market sees holiday apartments rise in popularity
As the year comes to an end, we have a considerably better idea of how the property market performed in 2022. There have been a number of factors that have thrown a spanner in the works, with the rising cost of living and inflation being a real influence. However, Cypriot real estate has channeled nearly €4billion back into the economy this year.Read more...
Could you live near a Spanish ski resort?
Spain isn’t just a brilliant country to live in during the summer. Make the most of your winters in Spain by choosing a property near the slopes.Read more...
5 Reasons Spain is still a wonderful place to call home
The end of the year is often a time of reflection. Our expat writer, Sally Veall, looks back on 2022 and writes of why, despite some turbulence this year, she is still very happy to be living in Spain. Here are five reasons why Spain is the place to be.Read more...
River deep, mountain high – discover alpine living in Cyprus
The Cypriot government has just announced one-off financial aid to those living in the country’s mountainous regions.Read more...
Hydrogen pipeline: a greener (and cheaper) future for Europe
Spain and France have revealed that their undersea pipeline will cost €2.5 billion and will be ready in 2030. The pipeline, carrying hydrogen, will run from Barcelona to Marseille. It will be a game-changer for European energy.Read more...
Your Canadian mountain home
If you like mountains, you’ll love Canada. Today, we’re looking at some of the best mountain communities in Canada. But once you’ve spent some time enjoying the views, what will you do for a living? And what will you pay for a home? We put our crampons on and went to investigate.Read more...
Your Canadian mountain home
If you like mountains, you’ll love Canada. Today, we’re looking at some of the best mountain communities in Canada. But once you’ve spent some time enjoying the views, what will you do for a living? And what will you pay for a home? We put our crampons on and went to investigate.Read more...
Why foreign buyers love the Costa Blanca
With 40% of home sales to foreign buyers being in the Costa Blanca, it is an overwhelmingly popular choice. Learn why the Costa Blanca has struck a chord with so many.Read more...