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Read the latest property news from all around the world from our expert writers located all over the world. Get the latest on buying, travel, emigration, retirement and much more. Whether you are buying a sunny property to spend your summers, or making a big move abroad you will find everything you need to know here.
Discover 6 marvellous marinas in Cyprus
Handily located in the Eastern Med, Cyprus has set its sights on becoming a top nautical destination. A handful of dazzling marina projects, backed by the government, have been launched recently – some are completed, others have suffered delays. We peer through our spyglass to bring you a quick update on where you can park your boat on this scenic island…Read more...
The latest news from France
What’s going on across the Channel? We bring you the latest news from France, including the lead up to the Presidential election and a COVID-19 update.Read more...
Brittany’s best coastal towns
In this guide, we shine a spotlight on six of the best coastal towns to live in Brittany: towns built on a human scale, featuring well-preserved vernacular architecture, vibrant cultural traditions, a fabulous natural environment and a thriving jobs market.Read more...
The complicated business of planning permission in France
With property in France being of relatively good value compared to the UK, expat buyers are often surprised by what they can afford. However, the constraints and challenges surrounding planning permission in France can make embarking on your dream projects a tricky business.Read more...
Will France achieve its goal for high-speed internet by 2025?
Back in 2013, France launched a plan to implement fast internet connection for both urban and rural areas by 2025. However, will this be achieved?Read more...
Cumberbatch finds “a new home” in Hawke’s Bay
Benedict Cumberbatch has revealed that he loved the first lockdown as he was filming in New Zealand’s Hawke’s Bay at the time and was left stranded with his family here for months. He wasnt complaining…Read more...
Valencia makes list of world’s best destinations in 2022
The American news channel, CNN, has named Valencia as a better tourist destination than Barcelona and has placed the city on its list of ‘the best destinations to visit in 2022’. But what about those who want to settle in the city longer than just a weekend break or week’s summer holiday? What is Valencia like for expats? We take a look at what the city has to offer…Read more...
Where to buy in Italy? See the ‘Quality of Life’ index
Italy is one country where all of it, from the Alps in the north to Sicily in the south, is beautiful and welcoming. So, for a holiday home or permanent move, where should you buy? You could let the data guide you. One of Italy’s most respected newspapers has crunched the numbers and worked out where in Italy offers the best quality of life. See what they said.Read more...
Lefkara Village makes list of world’s best tourist destinations
The World Tourism Organisation has released its list of the best tourism villages in the world, and one Cypriot village has secured a place.Read more...
Cyprus property market update: January 2022
As the world returns slowly to normal, what has changed for home buyers in Cyprus over the past two years? Above all, what has happened to the property market in Cyprus?Read more...
Where is the cheapest place to live in Ireland?
If affordability is high on your priority list and you’re wondering where the cheapest place to live in Ireland is, we’ve got you covered. At the end of 2021, average house prices in the Emerald Isle were €290,998, but there are plenty of areas where property is much cheaper than this. Here are five affordable places to buy a home in Ireland.Read more...