Portugal has the most generous paternity benefits in Europe, and that shows in the way fathers bond with their kids. It’s all a recipe for happy families, says Ben, our writer in Portugal, who recently became a father there!
Cyrus is a wonderful place full of local tradition, history and culture; but the influence of British rule, and more recently tourism, is plain to see and has had a huge impact on the island as we know it today.
Don’t let the glorious sunshine and dream temperatures put you off heading to Cyprus for a viewing trip. When you put it like that, there’s no need to worry about browsing properties in the summer sun. You could even make a holiday of it.
Italian sea view properties don’t always come with million-euro price tags. Even near top destinations like Cinque Terre, the Amalfi Coast and Puglia you can find affordable seaside homes.
If the man of the house is looking forward to resting his poor feet on Fathers’ Day this weekend, he might have a shock when he gets to Italy. You get paternity leave, but are expected to chip in with more childcare these days.