It seems Spain’s footballers aren’t the only ones preparing for a busy summer season, as those in the construction industry celebrate an encouraging start to 2016. The latest figures published by the Ministry of Public Works reveal that the number of licences authorised for the building of new homes in Spain amounted to 16,782 in […]
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Second homebuyers champion Spanish construction industry as Brits rekindle their love for the Costa del Sol
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Foreigners buying more property in Spain than ever
The latest report published by the Council of Property Registrars has confirmed that foreigners are buying more property in Spain than ever. In concrete, international investors acquired almost 48,000 properties in the last year, which is an increase of more than 13% from the previous 12 months. The report also revealed that the British are […]
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Record number of Blue Flags fly high across Spain this summer
With the results of this year’s Blue Flag awards hot off the press, Spain’s coastlines are looking even more inviting to those wishing to dip their toes into clean waters. The highly sought-after accolades are awarded annually by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) across almost 50 countries worldwide. Blue Flag beaches are judged on […]
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Latest index figures show Spanish property prices are stable, but rents down
Average residential property prices in Spain have remained stable, rising 0.1% in April compared to a year ago, according to the latest index data to be published. But the April increase is more moderate than the year on year growth recorded in March and February at 0.8% and 2.1% respectively, the data from real estate […]
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Taylor Wimpey España tackle the testing terrain of the Scottish Highlands in the name of charity
This weekend saw Taylor Wimpey employees complete the 2016 Charity Challenge, ‘Going for Gold’. Having already battled the Brecon Beacons and prevailed in the Peak District, this year’s challenge transported employees to bonny Scotland, home of haggis, the kilt, Highland Games and Ben Nevis. Fondly known as ‘The Ben’, Ben Nevis is the highest mountain […]
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Demand for Spanish property facing a number of issues in the coming months
Demand for property on the Spanish Costas has increased from expats who are benefitting from good mortgage rates and there is a rise in construction activity with a number of new developments being started, according to a new report. It also explains that there are a number of other factors likely to affect the real […]
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Ryanair to expand winter operations in Malaga
IRISH no-frills specialists Ryanair will increase their presence in Malaga by 43 per cent this winter. From late October the company will offer 160 weekly flights, linking the Costa del Sol with 42 international destinations including new routes to Glasgow and Belfast. Spokesman Jose Espartero said: “We are delighted to present our Malaga calendar for […]
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New horizons for Malaga Airport
NORWEGIAN AIR INTERNATIONAL has announced that it is investigating the potential of direct long-haul flights from Malaga to the United States and other destinations. The Irish subsidiary of Norwegian Air has just received a provisional foreign air carrier permit from the US Department of Transport, which also opens the possibility of flights to Asia, the […]
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AVE Cities (AVExperience)
Would you like to travel comfortably by train between Madrid and Valencia in just 95 minutes? And between Madrid and Barcelona in two and a half hours? You’ll be able to do so thanks to Spain’s extensive network of high-speed trains (AVE). When you opt to take these trains you’ll be eligible for discounts on […]
