It’s certainly the weather for enjoying a chilled glass of wine... So, here’s a pick of European destinations that combine quality local plonk and exciting holiday homes – some you may not be expecting! Three-bed villa in the Costa Brava Spain – Empordà Rioja might produce the UK’s favourite Spanish wine but it [...]
Searching for an overseas property with the wow factor and guests queuing up to stay there? On-line rental platform Airbnb has released a list of the 10 most popular homes on people’s ‘wish-lists’, which could be a useful hack for anyone looking for a holiday home with serious rental appeal. We highlight five of those [...]
Melting ice caps, rising sea levels and higher temperatures – worldwide concern over climate change has stepped up a gear recently. So, if your conscience is telling you to search for a ‘green’ home abroad, here’s a selection of properties that come entirely self-sufficient – or at least almost... Eco farmhouse in rural Andalusia [...]
Many of our favourite European destinations stage elaborate celebrations at Easter, making it an exciting time to visit. So why not book a trip to one of these places and squeeze in a spot of property-hunting while you’re there... Lemon tree views in Sardinia Sardinia Home to the famous Costa Smeralda (Emerald Coast), [...]
Has the world ever been more in love with wine? If your ideal overseas home comes with views of vineyards and lots of local plonk to sample, try one of these burgeoning wine destinations… Character trullo close to Puglian wineries Puglia, Italy The heel of Italy’s ‘boot’, sunny Puglia is regarded as the [...]
Character properties with a past life make some of the most interesting homes abroad. Could one of these quirky conversions catch your eye? Once a station, now a charming French home Railway station in France Spending an unnecessary amount of time in a train station isn’t usually a pleasant experience, but not in [...]
Parts of the Med are just as stunning under the water as above it. We pick four holiday home destinations that also offer some of Europe’s best scuba diving Port Chambray in Gozo, Malta Gozo, Malta A short ferry ride from its sister island Malta, smaller Gozo is a haven of rustic charm [...]
If you’re searching for a beach bolt-hole away from the masses, consider an island you can’t fly to! Reachable by ferry only, could one of these be your dream getaway? You don’t need to board a long-haul flight to the Caribbean or Southeast Asia to find a heavenly sanctuary surrounded by sea - the Mediterranean [...]
For a more traditional Mediterranean home, how about a character house in an old town or village? One of these might take your fancy. . . Monda, Spain Head 20 minutes inland from the famous Costa del Sol resort of Marbella and you reach the pretty whitewashed town of Monda. Nestling in the hills and [...]
Every year, expats take part in a variety of local New Year’s Eve celebrations. Here are some of the quirky traditions they’re likely to encounter in European destinations… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company France Known as La Saint-Sylvestre, New Year’s Eve is an occasion for indulging in gastronomic treats, typically Champagne, oysters and [...]