In 2017 I will have been living in Spain for 10 years, says our Spain writer, Sally. Some of my friends back in Britain will congratulate me, others will wonder how I survived. The fact is, I have really enjoyed being here, though I would be lying if I said everything was always easy. For those of you coming to Spain to work or retire, here are some tips to help smooth your path.
Murcia, in the south-east of Spain, has seen a surge in tourism in 2016. That’s hardly surprising, given its natural charms and huge investment in upmarket resorts. When it comes to property, however, you might be surprised at how affordable property is, and how easy to reach even in the depths of winter.
A new ‘Golden Mile’ is one reason to get excited about the rising property market in the southern Costa Blanca. Orihuela Costa’s lower prices are attracting holiday home owners, property investors and developers.
A weaker exchange rate isn’t deterring British buyers, we’re just dropping our budget. Even at lower prices the dream of owning a property in the sun goes on.
Spain is in the midst of political turmoil that could directly affect British rights post Brexit. With elections coming thick and fast, read our guide to Spain’s big issues and main political parties That old Chinese curse “May you live in interesting times” seems about right for the political situation in Spain right now. It’s easy to forget that Spain only really became a modern democracy in the late 1970s after Franco died in 1975 – do you remember footage of the attempted coup in 1981? – and for local people it is a right not to be taken for granted. If you’re new to Spanish politics, here