Golf won’t be the only sport attracting people to Portugal this autumn, after confirmation the country will host its first Grand Prix for 24 years at its circuit near Portimão. Here's why you should consider this corner of the Algarve… Two-bed apartment in Praia da Rocha - The revival of the Portuguese Grand [...]
Adored for its idyllic island lifestyle and glorious beaches, Greece should become even more attractive when generous new tax rules kick in for foreign retirees. We take a closer look and suggest some expat hot spots… Greece is on course to becoming one of Europe’s most appealing retirement destinations, thanks to a new scheme that [...]
Interest for overseas property is back with a bang with viewings on Rightmove Overseas hitting a new daily record in June – unsurprisingly, Spain, France, Portugal and Italy remain firm favourites. We’ve picked an exciting doer-upper project for each destination, some in need of more work than others, plus we bring you some top tips [...]
A highlight of France’s coastline, both Atlantic and Med, are its charming old fishing towns – not only picturesque places to own property, but ideal for feasting on fresh seafood! These five give you a flavour of what’s out there, with a great value home in each… Character house in the centre of Honfleur [...]
Less developed than the other Canaries, Fuerteventura is often described as one big sand dune. Dotted amongst its miles of carefully preserved coastline is a handful of low-rise resorts, popular with buyers looking for a chilled-out beach destination. Worth a look, surely? Three-bed duplex in Corralejo Location and landscape Fuerteventura sits in [...]
Modern-day marina developments are some of the most desirable places to own a property – and who doesn’t enjoy gazing at gently bobbing yachts as the sun is setting? Could one, or more, of these four float your boat? Ayia Napa marina development, Cyprus Ayia Napa, Cyprus Hotly anticipated in Cyprus, the sparkling [...]
Hunting for a Spanish home near an idyllic beach but don’t know where to start? Spanish beaches feature heavily in the Best Beach Destinations 2020 list, produced by European Best Destinations in partnership with tourist offices across Europe, so here are five of those that made the cut. Could one of these be just what [...]
Orlando and its theme parks are open again after lockdown and Florida is ready to do business! If you’re waiting to head Stateside in search of a Disney home, here are some pointers to help you get started… 7-bed house in Emerald Isle Resort, Kissimmee Choosing a good ‘realtor’ is key to finding [...]
The largest and most southerly of Greece’s islands, Crete is large enough to cater for just about everyone. But Brits in search of a traditional lifestyle and glorious natural scenery tend to head west. We take a closer look… Two-bed villa in Drapanos Location and landscape Often described as the real Crete, the [...]
It’s hard to feel too sorry for celebrities who’ve spent lockdown in their opulent homes, drifting between their pool and well stocked wine cellar… Or perhaps they’ve inspired you to go more upmarket when you buy abroad? Here’s a guide to some of the 'comforts' you find in luxury homes, with a pick of examples [...]