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 [...]
Halfway through 2015, the pound is still strong against the euro, with the exchange rate the best it’s been for nearly eight years. Here’s a recap of how to make this work in your favour when buying abroadArticle written by Smart Currency Exchange British people buying property in Europe right now haven’t had it so [...]
Testimonial from Seller - Kate McIntosh / Peter Homewood (2013) Rightmove have proved invaluable in selling my business abroad, any enquiries have been answered quickly and efficiently with a personal touch. Their service is professional, effective and gets the required results. I advertised with them in June and my business was sold by November 2013. [...]
Interest in purchasing overseas property surged in the UK during 2013, according to the latest Overseas Guides Company Quarterly Index, which saw overall enquiries for the year increase 33 percent compared to 2012, with growth driven by key European destinations. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company Italy and Portugal were the star performers in [...]
Red roses, chocolates and a candle-lit dinner – thanks to Valentine’s Day, we’re all encouraged to reveal our romantic side at least once a year. But imagine having a love-nest somewhere exciting that you could visit with your partner and share cosy bottles of wine or pretty sunsets as often as you liked… Article written [...]
We all dream about one day owning that holiday home in the sun, lounging by the pool in the morning and playing 18 holes in the afternoon. On a grey Monday morning it’s easy to sit at your desk, stare out of the window and day dream about starting a new life abroad. But who [...]
More than 60% of property investors buying overseas said that they had received a higher return on investment than they had expected according to a recent survey conducted by Rightmove Overseas. Nearly half of all the investors surveyed said that high rental yields were the most important factor behind their decision to purchase an overseas [...]
Northerners with second homes in Greece could now find it easier getting to their sunny bolt-hole if it’s an easy transfer from Athens, thanks to Aegean Airlines launching a new direct flight between Manchester and the Greek capital. Article written by The Overseas Guides Company The new service kicks off on May 25th 2013 and [...]
Hibiscus Ventures Ltd, UK played host to George Strouboulis and his team at South Lesvos – Greece, in September 2012. Article written by Dimitra Balkizas of Hibiscus Ventures Ltd, UK Over a long but enjoyable day one of the six episodes of the Hellenic Home Hunting series was filmed featuring the area and Ms Helen [...]
This past year has been surprisingly positive for Greece. Foreign investors are now returning to the country, large amounts of cash deposits are back in the banks, structural reforms are being actively implemented and, according to the IMF, the country will reach a true primary balance by the end of this year. Article written by [...]