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 [...]
Golf is being flagged as one of few sports suited to social distancing, which means it could be a good time to search for a home by a fairway. Here are some pointers for buying on an overseas golf resort, including hot spots and our usual pick of tempting properties… Frontline golf penthouse in [...]
The UK and France - our closest continental neighbour - are working hard to make travel between the two countries smooth post-lockdown. In a nod to these efforts, here’s a reminder of four expat hot spots, all within a drive from at least one ferry port. For each, we've picked a great value character home... [...]
Cyprus is a hot spot for Brits who enjoy year-round warmth and a laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle. We look at why the western corner of the island is so popular with expats and holiday homeowners… Two-bed ground-floor flat in Polis Location and landscape Paphos is the westernmost district of Cyprus, the beating heart of [...]
For active types who love natural scenery, mountain resorts can be the healthiest and most exciting places to own a second home. Here’s why the French Alps should be on your radar, even if you’re a non-skier... Three-bed apartment in Châtel Tourism and property in the Alps no longer focus solely around winter [...]