Why expats love SOUTHWEST FLORIDA

There’s much more to the Sunshine State than the busy theme parks and shopping malls of central Florida. For a more laid-back, outdoorsy lifestyle, head to Southwest Florida (SWFL) where the scenic coastline offers bundles of year-round fun and the chance to really kick back... Three-bed house in Estero with lake view Location [...]

By |2019-10-04T17:27:43+01:00October 4th, 2019|Articles|

Dreaming of a Disney home in 2019?

A record 47.7 million passengers passed through Orlando International Airport in 2018, more than six million of these being international travellers. As the Sunshine State’s busiest airport and gateway to central Florida, this is encouraging news for anyone hoping to bag themselves a Disney home in 2019. Here are some pointers to help you get [...]

By |2019-02-11T15:30:24+01:00February 11th, 2019|Articles|

American sweet spots popular with tennis stars!

Each July the world’s tennis elite, both past and present, decamp to SW19 for the Wimbledon Championships. But have you ever wondered where they all drift back to at the end of the tournament? Here we highlight two destinations in the USA where tennis legends are partial to owning a house or two… Mix [...]

By |2018-07-11T11:25:11+01:00July 11th, 2018|Articles|

Ready for a good deal on a Disney home?

The pound’s bounce back against the dollar this year means the exchange rate hasn’t been so favourable since the Brexit vote in June 2016, which is great news for house-hunters across the pond. But before you start browsing for your dream Disney home, here are some reminders about Florida’s real estate market Picking your property [...]

By |2018-05-14T11:13:51+01:00May 14th, 2018|Articles|

Why west is best for beach-lovers in Florida

Florida isn’t just about Disney and theme parks. The state’s Gulf Coast offers stunning beaches and a buzzing cultural scene. We pick out the highlights for property-hunters… Head a couple of hours south-west of Orlando and the bright lights of Disney, and you hit Florida’s stunning Gulf Coast, home to sweeping, white sandy beaches, charming [...]

By |2018-11-12T22:06:34+01:00February 20th, 2017|Articles|

Tempted by a golf home? It’s time to swing into action…

It’s Ryder Cup time again, when Europe’s best golfers take on the USA team. So we have picked four championship courses that also score highly for property. Just keep your eyes peeled when you’re viewing them. Fore! ChampionsGate, Florida Boasting two championship courses, ChampionsGate is one of Central Florida’s premier resorts, just 15 minutes from [...]

By |2016-09-26T14:41:49+01:00September 26th, 2016|Articles|

Interest in the Sunshine State in no danger of cooling off!

Florida is on target to attracting more tourists in 2016 than last year - good news for holiday homeowners! We take a closer look at what makes it so special… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company New figures have confirmed that Florida attracted a record 57.4 million tourists during the first six months of [...]

By |2016-09-21T09:13:01+01:00September 5th, 2016|Articles|

Marina homes where you can really push the boat out!

Waterfront homes with space for a boat never fail to impress. We’ve picked six overseas marina communities where you might be tempted to dip your toe in the water... Empuriabrava, SPAIN Europe’s largest residential marina, upmarket Empuriabrava in the northern Costa Brava boasts 25 kilometres of navigable waterways with access to the Mediterranean at the [...]

By |2016-08-01T09:43:35+01:00July 14th, 2016|Articles|

Four unspoilt holiday spots that put family fun first

Seduced by the thought of your own place in the sun but don’t want to be in the most touristy areas? Try these four spots, each in a popular destination but with a family friendly twist, away from the noisiest hot spots… France - Lake Vassiviere Splashing about in freshwater lakes, trekking through ancient woods, [...]

By |2015-09-17T11:44:05+01:00August 24th, 2015|Articles|

Confidence riding high in Central Florida’s diversifying rental market

Disney and sunshine have pulled tourists to Florida for decades, making it a popular place to own a holiday let. But, as Richard Way of OverseasGuidesCompany.com discovered during a visit, demand for accommodation is being fuelled by more diverse types of tourism and a growing populationArticle written by The Overseas Guides Company Central Florida’s rental [...]

By |2015-09-17T11:50:23+01:00July 14th, 2015|Articles|