Gastro holiday demand could boost French property

Demand for French property could increase among Britons as a growing number of holidaymakers are looking to spend their time enjoying so-called gastro holidays.According to research from holiday reviews website TripAdvisor, 46 per cent of Britons are keen to try a wide selection of foods when on holiday.With France renowned for its high quality of [...]

By |2009-09-07T13:34:12+01:00September 3rd, 2009|Articles|

Spanish property ‘over worst’ of recession

Spain property could be set to improve following the global economic downturn that has impacted on prices over recent months.With the global recession affecting property prices the world over, a recent report from property consultants CB Richard Ellis could provide some positive news for people looking to purchase Spanish property.The survey suggested that Spain is [...]

By |2009-09-03T14:28:04+01:00September 3rd, 2009|Articles|

Italy property hunters offered Venice advice

Mid-season is the best time for Italy property seekers to go househunting in the famous city, it has been claimed.Spring and autumn are said to offer the most favourable weather conditions for those planning on doing a lot of legwork – be it to cram in the city's famous sights, seek the perfect Italy property [...]

By |2009-12-22T17:34:46+01:00September 2nd, 2009|Articles|

Venice still an Italy property favourite

Tourists still flock to Italy property in the heart of one of the world's most romantic cities – Venice.Italy property located in Venice can offer visitors a truly unique city experience that few other destinations can compare to, according to the Italian State Tourist Board.Alessandra Smith, spokesperson for the Italian State Tourist Board, comments: "It [...]

By |2009-12-22T17:35:37+01:00September 2nd, 2009|Articles|

Swine flu not putting Brits off Florida property

Tourists from the UK are determined not to change their travel plans over the recent swine flu outbreak, which may come as good news to those with Florida property.A new survey from Travelzoo has found that British tourists are the most resistant to letting the virus interfere with their hard-earned vacation, and still fully intend [...]

By |2009-11-27T12:42:38+01:00September 1st, 2009|Articles|

Over 50s market may be a niche for Portugal property

Portugal property owners have been advised to ensure their holiday home is ship-shape if they want to gain a share of the lucrative over-50s market.Paul Green, spokesperson for 50+ travel agency Saga Holidays, claims those in older age categories are savvier when it comes to their choice of vacation accommodation, a fact which could work [...]

By |2009-11-27T12:28:42+01:00September 1st, 2009|Articles|

Brangelina buy rock and roll French property

French property owners in the tiny village of Brignol may be soon be flooded with offers from eager buyers of both sexes.The reason? Hollywood's sexiest power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie have just bought the nearby Chateau Miraval, a luxury manor with true rock and roll credentials, being home to the famous Studio Miraval.Frontman [...]

By |2009-11-27T12:42:39+01:00September 1st, 2009|Articles|

Portugal property rated most pleasurable in Europe

Anyone who owns a Portugal property may get a thrill from knowing that the country has just been named Europe's most pleasurable.According to a new online survey by ice cream company Magnum, in terms of the level of pleasure enjoyed by its citizens, Portugal comes head and shoulders above all other European countries and third [...]

By |2009-11-27T12:28:44+01:00August 28th, 2009|Articles|

Costa de la Luz offering hot Spanish property

The Costa de la Luz region has been recommended as a unique destination for those seeking Spanish property with a little something extra.A relaxed pace of life and excellent value for money in the housing market are just two reasons why many overseas buyers could soon be investing in a piece of Spanish property in [...]

By |2009-09-03T14:28:11+01:00August 28th, 2009|Articles|

Homeowner recommends Florida property bargains

Now is the time to invest in Florida property, according to one lucky owner who has himself snapped up a bargain apartment.Investor Andrew Vitch, who already owns seven properties in the US, bought his first Florida property, a two-bedroom, 1,300-square-foot condo, in the south-west coastal town Fort Myers last December, according to the Toronto Star.Mr [...]

By |2009-09-03T14:28:11+01:00August 28th, 2009|Articles|