Property Guides 
How to Retire to Italy after Brexit
Retiring to Italy after Brexit is still possible, it just requires more planning and paperwork. Here is what you need to be able to stop working and make that dream move to Italy.Read more...
A place with a view of the mountains
When your home has a view of snow-capped mountains, it adds a touch of magic to the winter season. Throughout the year mountain areas provide a great place to get out into the fresh air and be surrounded by nature and stunning scenery.Read more...
Spanish food: a festival of flavours
Spain has wonderful beaches, architecture, climate and…food. Spanish food is approached in a distinctly different way from British food, with later eating times and more of an emphasis on home cooking, socialising and quality ingredients. Their love of food comes into its own at Christmas, when the main meal is shared on Christmas Eve.Read more...
Will French ski resorts open for the 2020/21 season?
2020 has been a year like no other for ski tourism, with resorts across Europe and the world being forced to shut due to lockdowns and restrictions. Many keen skiers and those in need of some fresh mountain air are wondering when and if they can return to the slopes soon.Read more...
Les Landes: the best of coast and countryside
Les Landes is a beautiful department of France situated on the far south-west of the Aquitaine region. The name literally means “heathland” and thus it offers the most wonderful rich countryside and is hugely popular with hikers and bikers.Read more...
Can I buy property in Italy in 2021?
A rumour caused consternation among overseas buyers in Italy recently – especially from the UK – which said that non-residents of Italy were not allowed to buy a property there. We asked our lawyer to explain why holiday homebuyers in Italy shouldn’t be panicking!Read more...
Italy travel and quarantine update
If you’re planning to travel to Italy, it can be difficult keeping up to date with new restrictions and current travel advice. Here we outline some of the recent changes, including useful links to Government webpages, to enable you to access official updated information.Read more...
Affordable towns and villages for your retirement in 2021
France has always been a firm favourite for retirees seeking out new adventures, lifestyles and living their dreams. Here we look at the most affordable towns and villages for your retirement in 2021.Read more...
5 affordable towns and villages for your retirement in 2021
Portugal is a fabulous place to retire to. You will find friendly people, a dependable climate, and plenty of low-cost luxuries on hand. In this article, we highlight five affordable towns and villages in Portugal for your retirement.Read more...
10 Affordable Properties in Spain
What’s the lowest price you can pay for a nice property in Spain? Are the days of a truly affordable retirement in your own home, with a low cost of living, over? Our research, says no, you can still do it!Read more...
Emily in Paris: a real or cliché version of Parisian life?
Have you ever thought about packing your bags and embarking on a new life in the city of love? That’s exactly what happens in Netflix’s most talked-about new series, ‘Emily in Paris.’ If you haven’t watched it yet, you’ve probably heard of it, mainly because of the large response from French television critics and viewers.Read more...