One property expert has predicted that property in Spain will stay relatively affordable for some time, which could make it a good opportunity to consider buying a holiday home or retirement villa.Freelance property journalist Marc Da-Silva says "there is plenty of supply" in a number of European countries.In the case of property in Spain, he [...]
While long-haul destinations have proved popular in recent months, property in Spain could reassert its position as the most desired option for Britons in the year ahead.In its forecast of travel trends for the coming year, ABTA - The Travel Association explains that the pound's position against the euro is likely to strengthen over the [...]
Britons keen to make a New Year's resolution to improve their health could find a walking holiday in property in France to be one way in which to do so.Maria Castellina, spokesperson for walking organisation Ramblers, says heading out on foot can be part of a lifestyle overhaul as people's new calendars take to the [...]
A New Year's resolution with a hint of originality could be to cycle to property in France on the heels of elite athletes.In its list of travel-themed New Year's resolutions, air transport booking site Cheapflights advises would-be competitors that the Tour de France is not only for the professionals.Anyone who thinks they are up to [...]
Eco-conscious travellers staying in property in Florida might want to consider an unlikely mode of transport in order to get around with a minimal carbon footprint.The Florida Keys & Key West's tourism office explains that local husband-and-wife team Bill and Mary Burnham operate kayaking tours.From January to March 2011, these give newcomers to the sport [...]
If property in Spain's main Canary Island tourist resorts doesn't sound appealing, a second look at Fuerteventura could be worthwhile.Unlike its neighbours Gran Canaria and Tenerife, the island joined the tourism race only relatively recently, explains director gerente of the Fuerteventura Tourist Board Jota Cabrera Bonny."For us it's not important in numbers; it's important to [...]
Britons planning a stay in property in Florida in 2011 could find themselves playing 'currency chicken' as they await the most favourable exchange rates.Over the coming months, the pound is expected to strengthen its position both against the dollar and against the euro.As a result of this, travellers who can afford to wait until the [...]
There has never been a better time for Brits to buy property in Florida, it has been claimed.Michelle Iglesias, an agent at Keys Real Estate, told the Associated Press that prices have fallen by such a margin that foreign buyers are snapping up trendy apartments in affluent areas of state including South Beach.European and Latin [...]
If you like nothing better than sitting down in front of your easel or sketchbook to create a piece of art then you are sure to be on the lookout for new subjects and landscapes that capture your imagination. When looking for properties overseas, you may want to take your hobby into consideration to ensure [...]
There is currently a "huge opportunity" for people to purchase property in Spain, it has been claimed.Freelance property journalist Marc Da-Silva predicted that if the pound strengthens against the euro, increasing numbers of Brits may consider buying overseas, whether it is to emigrate or to have a holiday home.He highlighted Spain in particular, as individuals [...]