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How is Paris faring ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games?

This year, Paris will host the summer Olympics. The games run from 26th July until 11th August and 10,500 athletes from all over the world will be competing in 329 events. The Paralympics take place soon after from 28th August – 8th September with 4,400 athletes competing in 549 events.

Beyond golf & beaches: why you will love retiring to Florida

With up to 250 days of sunshine a year, a whopping 1,200 golf courses and over 800 miles of beautiful beaches, it’s no wonder that Florida is a retirement haven for many. Plus, being one of the theme park hotspots of the world will certainly tempt the grandkids to visit.  On top of that, Florida’s low taxation adds to the State’s appeal. But today, from its wonderful bookshops to its stunning national parks, we’re going to look at some more alternative reasons why you will love retiring to Florida. 

Spanish flavours under the sky: tips for al fresco dining

Much of Spain enjoys 3,000 hours of sunshine a year, double that of the UK. All that extra sunshine calls for outdoors time. That could be taking a dip in the Med, hiking up a mountain or…just making the most of your outdoor space. Lounging in a hammock, reading a book, or teaching the kids how to swim. Sally has lived in Spain for nearly twenty years. Here, she shares her tips for hosting a brilliant outdoor dinner.

Why getting to your home in Italy by train is even easier (and even greener)

If you’ve ever had your train slide onto a ferry in Messina, or travelled by rail along the eastern bank of Lake Como to Milan, you’ll know that Italy loves its trains, and with good reason. For home owners, traveling to their property in Italy by train, either from the UK or an Italian airport, is relatively simple, and getting even easier.

15 new habits to learn when living in Italy

When you’re new to living in Italy there are some new habits to learn, either to do yourself or just get used to others doing. As a long-term expat I’ve learnt to love Italy’s unique ways.

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