According to statistics from the leading British developer in Spain, Taylor Wimpey de España, the British home buyer has returned to the Costas this summer. With leads and property enquiries up 80% in August 2010 compared to August 2009 and visits from Brits on viewing tours to the property developments have also rocketed by 67% […]
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British buyers return to Spain
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A late dinner
In Mallorca, the food culture is fast becoming an integral part of the Balearic island’s appeal. Paul Richardson, food writer and author ofA Late Dinner: Discovering the Food of Spain, has charted the rise in popularity of the capital, Palma. “Over the past five years the food in Mallorca has just taken off, with new […]
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Inaugural Mallorca Ironman 70.3 Triathlon to be held in May 2011
One of the toughest endurance events on the planet comes to Mallorca next year when the Ironman 70.3 Triathlon takes place in Alcudia next year on 14th May, 2011. The event is sponsored by tour operator Thomas Cook in conjunction with the Department of Tourism, and the organisers hope to attract 2,500 competitors. The event […]
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A Guide to buying property in Spain
Choosing a property There is now a considerable choice of different types of property available in mainland Spain and the Balearic islands. When choosing a property it is important to consider whether it will be used as a holiday home, retirement home or permanent residence. Depending on this it will be important to establish what […]
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Spanish property prices down, but sales rise !
Property Wire reports that Residential real estate prices in Spain seem to be falling at a faster rate in recent months as the latest figures show they are down 4.6% over the last 12 months. Figures from Tinsa, one of Spain’s leading property appraisal companies, show that after nine months of slowing price falls the […]
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Pollentia Mar – Puerto Pollensa (Mallorca)
POLLENTIA MAR, PUERTO POLLENSA, NORTH COAST OF MALLORCA, SPAIN Taylor Wimpey’s development Pollentia Mar, is located in Puerto Pollença on the north coast of Mallorca, near the famous Cape Formentor and the bay of Alcudia. The area is truly one of the best preserved areas of Mallorca. Puerto Pollença has a good balance between the […]
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Statistics reveal British motivations for buying property in Spain
Figures recently released by British developer Taylor Wimpey de España point to changing trends for those purchasing in Spain. Traditionally known for being one of the top retirement destinations, the statistics reveal that Spain is now attracting younger couples and families. It is also confirmed that one of the most popular hobbies whilst on the […]
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Increased accessibility highlights growth in popularity for Mallorca
Mallorca, the largest of the Spanish Balearic islands is set to receive more British visitors in 2011 as new flights scheduled from across the UK (Southampton and Edinburgh) are announced by Thomas Cook and Jet2.com. The Chief Executive Officer of Thomas Cook UK & Ireland, Ian Derbyshire, comments, “With its mix of beaches, great weather, fantastic food and […]
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Monarch goes Balearics
Monarch Airlines has added flights to Majorca this winter, giving it a year-round service to the Balearic island for the first time. Flights to Palma will operate three times a week from both Gatwick and Manchester, offering over 51,000 seats to the Majorcan capital. Award winning low fares airline Monarch is expanding its winter flying programme for 2010/2011 and adding additional […]