This month marks the 10th anniversary of the collapse of Lehman Brothers, a pivotal moment in the 2008 financial crisis that saw global economies and property markets crash. Ever wondered how much things have changed for Brits buying abroad during the decade since? Here are some observations… Fancy this view in Spain's Costa del [...]
Turkey enjoyed a surprise surge in tourism this summer, after its currency collapsed and foreign holidaymakers flooded there to benefit from the cheaper prices. The exchange rate has made property more affordable to foreigners too, meaning now could be an ideal time to buy a Turkish holiday home. Here’s a taste of what Turkey has [...]
Not everyone needs lots of living space, with singletons and childless couples often prioritising location, style and convenience over square footage. We outline the key benefits of opting for a snug bolt-hole abroad and find you some exciting studios and one-bed homes for sale… Is your dream home abroad somewhere that’s hassle-free and more of [...]
Greek island Skopelos (main photo) was thrust into the limelight when the first Mamma Mia! blockbuster was filmed there, so could the same happen to Croatia, backdrop to the movie’s sequel? We take a closer look and cherry-pick some other destinations used in famous ‘beachy’ movies Stunning Vis villa - can be used as 4 [...]
Have you been suffering or revelling in the sweltering heat these past weeks? Of course, there are many places in Europe where extreme summer temperatures and endless days of sunshine are the norm – we highlight three and for each pick a ‘cool’ property for sale… Apartment in Mellieha, Malta, known for its especially [...]
Spain and Portugal are two of the most popular places to own a home next to a fairway. We look at the benefits of buying in a golf development or larger golf community, pinpoint the hot spots and pick some eye-catching properties for you… Fairway views from a villa at Las Colinas, Costa Blanca [...]
The world’s most famous cycle race is taking place this month as riders battle it out in the Tour de France. So here’s a timely reminder of holiday home destinations that also happen to offer some of the best cycling in Europe… Mallorcan pad in Puerto Pollensa Spain Mallorca in the Balearics is [...]
Why not combine the beautiful game with a beautiful property? In a nod to the World Cup this month, we highlight some European holiday resorts with their own top-notch football facilities, many of which attract top teams for pre-season training camps… Fancy an apartment in La Manga Club? Spain One of the [...]
Pristine beaches, balmy weather and a relaxed family-oriented lifestyle - the appeal of Portugal needs little introduction. Throw into the mix the chance to pay very little or in some cases zero tax and it’s little wonder the country is especially popular with Brits escaping the UK - Time to tap into Portugal's and its [...]
Each July the world’s tennis elite, both past and present, decamp to SW19 for the Wimbledon Championships. But have you ever wondered where they all drift back to at the end of the tournament? Here we highlight two destinations in the USA where tennis legends are partial to owning a house or two… Mix [...]