British holidaymakers make up the biggest proportion of travellers to the French ski resort of La Tania, which could interest those who own French property in the area.According to charge de promotion at the Office de Tourisme de La Tania, Arnaud Favet, the reason why British people make up such a large chunk of the [...]
Those interested in heading to Spain for a Spanish property break could find Tenerife a good place to choose, as the island has been described as "more upmarket" than the other Canary Islands.According to Jayne Nuttall, from the Travel Counsellors, Tenerife has more four or five-star or "deluxe" Spanish property than other destinations.As well as [...]
Property in Portugal has long been popular with British buyers, it has been noted - but at the moment, the country is the most popular place to buy for the "current wave" of investors.According to overseas property expert Ray Withers: " Today's buyers are favouring established markets closer to home because there is less risk [...]
Those planning on taking a break to a French property this year could find a river cruise an ideal addition to their France getaway.Writing for the Daily Mail, Chris Leadbeater said that over the last few years, river cruising has become a popular choice for holidaymakers as it does not involve the long-haul trips associated [...]
More and more Brits are choosing to travel to France by train instead of air, it has been noted.According to Rail Europe, instead of jetting off to their chosen French property destination, Brits are increasingly favouring rail travel to get to areas popular with winter sports fans.Media relations manager at Rail Europe Amanda Monroe said: [...]
An Italian property that was the childhood home of French First Lady Carla Bruni has gone on the market, which could interest those looking to invest in Italy property.Reuters Life reported that the historic castle, which is in the hills to the north-east of the city of Turin, is on the market for $25 million [...]
French First Lady Carla Bruni is taking a long holiday at a French property belonging to her mother, reports have said.According to sources, the wife of French president Nicholas Sarkozy is not set to have any official engagements for a month while she stays at her mother's French property on the Riviera."While President Sarkozy is [...]
Those who own French property could find themselves spoilt for choice over the number of festivals and events set to take place in the country this autumn.All through November, those with French property who have an interest in culture could head to the Festival d'Automne in Paris, which is set to feature ballet, film, music [...]
The average price of a home in the US is continuing to rise, new figures have shown, which could be of interest to those who own Florida property or are considering investing in the state.According to Standard & Poor's/Case-Shiller figures, house prices in the US increased by 1.3 per cent in August.However, house prices in [...]
The introduction of an identity card scheme could prove beneficial to those who holiday within Europe, it has been claimed.According to Sean Tipton, spokesman for ABTA - The Travel Association, identity cards could be used for travel to the EU and would remove the need for a passport for such breaks, which could be of [...]