Venice Carnival – ‘home of the masquerade’

Anyone considering a move in to the Italian property market may want to experience the Venice Carnival before making any decisions.The event is the highlight of the year in Venice where a two-week series of masquerades, music and festival processions dominate the streets and town centres from February 6th 2010.As an ancient city steeped in [...]

By |2010-08-05T16:59:03+01:00January 25th, 2010|Articles|

‘Greener living’ with a property in France

Someone looking for property in France may wish to consider Alsace, situated in the east of the country, where there is a huge emphasis on protecting the environment and sustainable living.Alsace featured in the 2010 edition of Lonely Planet's Best in Travel guide and offers a 'greener' option for investors who are passionate about environmental [...]

By |2010-08-05T16:59:29+01:00January 22nd, 2010|Articles|

Get out of the blocks at the Barcelona Marathon

Running enthusiasts who are looking to buy property in Spain may wish to consider Barcelona as a possible location to relocate or find a holiday home.The historically and culturally rich city is famous for many things, such as its football team and museums, but the Barcelona Marathon on March 7th has an appeal of its [...]

By |2010-03-18T16:52:39+01:00January 21st, 2010|Articles|

Designer sales in Milan sees high fashion clearout

For anyone intending to relocate or invest in property in Italy, Milan offers the chance of a unique shopping experience.January and February sees the designer outlets clear their shop fronts to make way for next season's collections.This time of year brings people from all over the world to the shopping plazas of Milan, the so [...]

By |2010-03-18T16:52:46+01:00January 20th, 2010|Articles|

Gaze at the stars at Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Film Festival is arguably the biggest and most famous celebration of international cinema in the world, attracting the industry's film stars and directors from around the globe.Investors with a passion for film who are looking for a property in France could place themselves within touching distance of this prestigious event.Since 1946 the festival has [...]

By |2010-03-18T16:52:54+01:00January 20th, 2010|Articles|

International Circus in Paris showcases the cream of acrobatics

Anyone looking to invest in property in France may wish to consider Paris as a location. Apart from the obvious attractions associated with the capital, the International Circus Festival of Tomorrow provides a spectacle of its own.Young professional circus performers from around the world come together in friendly competition to demonstrate their skills and make [...]

By |2010-03-18T16:53:01+01:00January 20th, 2010|Articles|

Property in France could suit bird-lovers

Property in France could be more favourable to bird watchers and outdoor enthusiasts as the region of Aquitaine in the south of France readies itself for the nesting period for cranes (November to March).These migratory birds travel in their thousands in the winter and the chance to observe this natural event may appeal to those [...]

By |2010-03-18T16:53:16+01:00January 19th, 2010|Articles|