Why getting to your home in Italy by train is even easier (and even greener)
If you’ve ever had your train slide onto a ferry in Messina, or travelled by rail along the eastern bank of Lake Como to Milan, you’ll know that Italy loves its trains, and with good reason. For home owners, traveling to their property in Italy by train, either from the UK or an Italian airport, is relatively simple, and getting even easier.Read more...
Why learning a bit of Spanish can be a lifesaver when buying a home in Spain
“You’re in Spain. You can’t expect everyone to speak English, and an attempt at some Spanish will definitely be appreciated by the locals. It will also make your early days in Spain a lot easier – take it from me!” says Ailsa, a Spanish homeowner who is now 15 years into her Spanish language learning journey.Read more...
An update from Cyprus: Spring and a “new normal” holiday
Hi there! I just wanted to update you all about how things are going here on this beautiful island.Read more...
The 5 healthiest places to live in Portugal
Portugal is a fabulous place to live if you’re seeking a healthy lifestyle. The food, the landscape and – of course – the climate, all contribute. In this article we look at five places to live in Portugal that are perfect for a healthy and active outdoor life.Read more...
The health and wellbeing benefits of rural life in France
If you wish to move to France to reduce your stresses and strains, you’ve chosen the right place. The health and wellbeing benefits of rural life in France are plentiful and ready for the taking. Enjoy and relax!Read more...
Your healthy home and lifestyle by Italy’s Lakes
Italy’s northern lakes offer more than just outstanding views and an easy accessibility. The range of healthy and adventurous outdoor activities seems endless, while homes are probably more affordable than you imagine. Here is what you could do doing and what you’ll pay for a property by Lake Como and Lake Garda.Read more...
Decorating your Spanish home
So, you’ve found your perfect Spanish home. The chances are you will want to decorate it to reflect your tastes. But how would you go about it and where can you find inspiration? Our Spanish writer Sally, who also happens to be a retired interior designer, gives us her top tips for decorating your Spanish home…Read more...
Why the Costa Blanca?
Spain has 10 different costas, so there is a lot to choose from! But which would suit you best? We put the question to two estate agents – one from the Costa del Sol, which you can read here – and one from the Costa Blanca. Here, Karsten Ryder from Vincent Real Estate, based in Benijofar in the south Costa Blanca, tells us about the lifestyle, the joys of living on the Mediterranean coast and why you should move to Costa Blanca!Read more...
“The Costa del Sol has it all”
The Costa del Sol has long been the favourite stretch of Spanish coast for international home buyers. But with so much option in Spain, why should we still be buying here? We spoke to local estate agent Shirin Sharifi of The Spanis Estate agent…Read more...
North or south of France: which would suit you?
If you’re thinking of moving or buying a holiday home in France, you may be wondering which area would suit you – north or south? Whilst it could be said that the north and south of France are very different, each certainly has its own merits and many brilliant advantages for overseas properties buyers.Read more...
Spain: update on the current coronavirus situation
The question everyone is asking, both in Spain and abroad, is when will we be able to travel again with the minimum of restrictions? The hospitality industry here is suffering tremendously. The Spanish government has just announced an €11 billion aid package for small businesses in the tourism sector and for bars and restaurants to help them survive before Spain welcomes back tourists.Read more...