Nationally residential property prices in Spain increased by 1% last year with the market having bottomed out and now on the way to recovery, new index figures suggest. The data from appraisal company Tinsa shows that the overall rise in prices was boosted by an increase of 2% in the regions of Catalonia, Madrid, and […]
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Index shows Spanish property prices rose by 1% in 2015
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The true taste of Spanish Christmas
Owning a second home overseas provides the chance to experience a country in a way that just holidaying there rarely does. With your own home you can live, cook, eat, drink and be merry in just the same way as the locals do – something which is impossible from even the largest of hotel rooms. […]
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Chinese join tourist rush to Spain
Spain has seen a steady increase in tourists from Asia in the past 15 years with many eager to see the art in cities such as Barcelona and Madrid while shopping and eating, making them a welcome contrast to the sun and fun crowds. That’s according to data presented at the International Congress on Asian […]
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Spanish property market recovery set to continue in 2016
Looking ahead to 2016 it looks as if the Spanish house market will continue to recover but the latest data shows it is still a rollercoaster and growth very much depends on location. According to the latest figures from appraisal company Tinsa prices are still increasing with its latest index up by 1.9% in November […]
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Christmas sweets and pastries are delicious!
Spain’s gastronomic wealth comes to its pinnacle at Christmas time. It is a time for parties and celebrations, and also for big meals with, of course, typical Christmas sweets. These are exquisite, traditional recipes, many of which have centuries of history – something not to be missed at this time of year. Come and spend […]
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Alicante Airport set for airside retail transformation in Q2 2016
Alicante-Elche Airport is set to complete a tender process for 16 new shop concessions that will transform the airside commercial environment from Q2 2016. Spanish airports company AENA launched a tender in July, with a bid deadline in October, and awards and the signing of contracts to be finalised soon. The new stores should open […]
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Feliz Navidad: Have yourself a sunny little Spanish Christmas!
There are many reasons to own a second home in Spain and at this time of year, with the weather closing in in the UK, one of the most tantalising Spanish draws is undoubtedly the weather. According to Holiday Weather, the Costa Blanca enjoys an average temperature of 12°C during December, with an average of […]
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The magical wait for the Three Wise Men
Do you want to make your children happy? Spend the Christmas holidays with us and let them live a unique experience: the arrival of the Three Wise Men. In Spain it is Melchoir, Caspar and Balthazar, who bring Christmas presents to children who have been good throughout the year. Why not give your family the […]
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Alicante’s Christmas attractions
ALICANTE will once again be organising a number of fun Christmas attractions in the city this year, including the ice rink which will be put up in the town hall square and sledging in the Montañeta. The longest bouncy track in Europe, all 65 metres of it will be put up in the Plaza Senaca […]
