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Trips to Normandy could include a visit to Mont St Michel

France's most visited attraction outside of Paris, Mont St Michel, is a must-see for first-time visitors to Normandy, the region's tourism representative has said. In 2009, 191 million nights were spent in hotels and similar establishments across France, a decrease of 5.6 per cent compared with 2008.Sarah Whitman of Atout France, the official tourism body [...]

By |2010-03-18T15:42:21+01:00March 8th, 2010|Articles|

Paris: More to offer than just the Eiffel Tower

As one of the world's most iconic structures, the Eiffel Tower attracts millions of visitors every year - with 6.6 million people making the trip in 2009 alone.At 300 meters in height, the tower provides a unique view of Paris, but not the only one, according to Veronique Potelet Anty of the Paris Convention and [...]

By |2010-03-18T15:42:14+01:00March 8th, 2010|Articles|

Surrounded by stars at Cannes

Cannes Film Festival takes place from May 12th to 23rd and is one of the biggest and most famous celebrations of cinema in the world - finding a property in France could be the best way to experience this unique event.Famous for the abundance of film stars frolicking on the beach and fractious confrontations at [...]

By |2010-03-18T15:42:28+01:00March 5th, 2010|Articles|

Find a property in Florida for the ideal honeymoon

The US remains one of the most popular destinations for British newlyweds considering booking their honeymoon, having come fifth in Kuoni's top five list.This is according to Frances Tuke, a spokesperson for Abta - the Travel Association, who said that the country has a lot to offer couples.Ms Tuke also said that Florida is a [...]

By |2010-03-18T15:42:33+01:00March 4th, 2010|Articles|

Sarasota realtor data suggests Florida property on the rise

Data released by the Sarasota Association of Realtors suggests that property sales in Venice and Sarasota were beginning to pick up.The data indicated that comparing January 2010 to the same time the year before, Sarasota property sales were up 58 per cent. Pending sales, which are normally a good indication of how the market will [...]

By |2010-03-18T15:42:40+01:00March 3rd, 2010|Articles|

Florence and the machine visit Lisbon

British indie-rock band newcomers Florence and the Machine have made huge strides in the music industry over the last few years and will be bringing its distinctive sound to Lisbon on March 16th, which may appeal to Brits intending to find a property in Portugal.After winning Best Album at the UK's Brit Awards in 2010 [...]

By |2010-08-05T16:57:15+01:00March 3rd, 2010|Articles|

Asian Culture Festival comes to Florida

Thousands of people visit Homestead's Fruit and Spice Park in Miami for the annual Asian Cultural Festival. Visitors are encouraged to indulge themselves with foreign foods, enjoy live music, exhibitions and demonstrations and browse through a collection of stalls that sell Asia-influenced clothes, plants and jewellery.The event takes place March 6th and 7th in the [...]

By |2010-08-05T16:57:15+01:00March 2nd, 2010|Articles|

‘Bargains to be had’ with property in Spain

Spain has been a favourite holiday destination for UK travellers for a number of years, which could have led to the number of people choosing to relocate to the country.Nearly 300,000 Britons have bought property in Spain in recent years in search of a better climate and a more relaxed way of life and some [...]

By |2010-08-05T16:57:16+01:00March 2nd, 2010|Articles|

Property in France near to popular ski resorts

An increasing number of Brits have visited France this skiing season, according to easyJet.Latest booking statistics revealed that five of the top ten winter sports destinations this year are located in France with Chamonix, Avoriaz, Meribel and Les Arcs 1800 taking all four top spots.Finding a property in France may be the best way for [...]

By |2010-08-05T16:57:17+01:00March 1st, 2010|Articles|