Every year, expats take part in a variety of local New Year’s Eve celebrations. Here are some of the quirky traditions they’re likely to encounter in European destinations… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company France Known as La Saint-Sylvestre, New Year’s Eve is an occasion for indulging in gastronomic treats, typically Champagne, oysters and [...]
Skiers with a nose for a good deal might be tempted by the favourable buying conditions in the French Alps right now. Here are five resorts worth a visit in your search for a ski home… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company A strong Pound and very low interest rates on euro mortgages, combined [...]
With reduced house prices, favourable exchange rates and low interest on mortgages, France’s property market continues to offer irresistible conditions for overseas buyers. But where are the hottest property locations for luxury real estate in France and the best up-and-coming areas for investment? Frances Marcellin spoke to luxury buyer’s agent Home Hunts to find out. [...]
Written by British Corner Shop As Christmas draws closer, those who no longer live in the UK begin to hanker for aspects of the British Christmas that they grew up with. As expats go about their festive duties in wonderfully new cultures, memories of home-cooked traditional British Christmas grub feature in nostalgic reminiscing about Christmas's [...]
Looking for a new home in the French countryside, perhaps with a gite to bring in extra income? If so, an ideal way to start your property-hunt could be a stay at Tree Tops, a gite in Limousin run by expats the Stevens. Read on to find out more… Article written by The Overseas Guides [...]
The Rugby World Cup has kicked off, with fans from around the world flocking to host cities in England and Wales. To celebrate, we travel abroad to four famous rugby stadiums and find the perfect city pad within a penalty kick of the stands! Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Aviva Stadium, Ireland The [...]
From film stars to fashionistas, the French Riviera remains one of Europe’s most coveted second home destinations and the good news for Brits is that buying conditions in 2015 are making it more affordable. Here’s an overview of the hot spots there… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Incredibly cheap mortgages, a favourable exchange [...]
From film stars to fashionistas, the French Riviera remains one of Europe’s most coveted second home destinations and the good news for Brits is that buying conditions in 2015 are making it more affordable. Here’s an overview of the hot spots there… Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Incredibly cheap mortgages, a favourable exchange [...]
Seduced by the thought of your own place in the sun but don’t want to be in the most touristy areas? Try these four spots, each in a popular destination but with a family friendly twist, away from the noisiest hot spots… France - Lake Vassiviere Splashing about in freshwater lakes, trekking through ancient woods, [...]
Good food and wine - integral to the lifestyle in France and part of the attraction of owning a home there. As a treat for foodies, expat Alexis Goldberg of FranceBuyingGuide.com finds some delightful homes located in regions famed for a food product Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Chances are, if you’re searching [...]