PRIMARK is set to open a shop in Alicante in March. It will be located in the Gran Via Centre. This will be the Irish fashion chain’s second shop in the Province and will create 178 jobs. The first store that opened in the Province was in the L’Aljub Shopping Centre in Elche in August […]
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Primark to open another store in Alicante
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Hey big spender
THE Costa del Sol could soon shed its reputation as a cheap package holiday destination. The local tourism board has launched a plan to market the coast as a luxury brand. This is because this market has bucked global trends by showing steady growth over recent years, according to Costa del Sol Tourism Board President, […]
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Spanish property could form part of a pension portfolio
People looking at their plans for retirement may want to consider the merits of owning overseas property as part of their nest egg. Individuals may be tempted to invest in property in Spain following advice from ipsbmv.com, which has warned that millions of people could spend their old age with reduced incomes. The website recommended […]
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Golf in Mallorca
Mallorca surprises the visitor with the wide variety of its 22 golf courses. Their proximity and variety make for an exciting, varied game. The mild temperatures throughout the year, the sea breeze and the smell of the Mediterranean are the ideal conditions to enjoy a perfect experience on a short, intense break or a long […]
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Winter sports in Mallorca
While thinking about Mallorca, the first thing that comes to mind is crowded beaches, and the huge throng of tourists to the area. But you will be amazed to know that there is a less known side to this island -one that will make people stand in awe. Lying to the north of the island […]
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Romantic corners in Malaga
If you are planning a romantic break, Malaga is the perfect destination. This city is on the coast, has large gardens and parks to take walks, charming squares to stroll and a pleasant climate almost all year round. You’ll also have the chance to see it from a horse and carriage. An outing in a […]
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Soak up the carnival atmosphere of Alicante this February
Between February 16th – 26th, Alicante will be hosting one of Spain’s most colourful carnival parties of the year. The highlight of the festival is known as Ramblero, when all of Alicante heads out to join in the fun and festivities that mark the beginning of Lent. Visitors to the city can expect an atmosphere […]
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Sun, sea and mortgages
Bargain property prices and historically low interest rates are putting Brits ahead in the overseas property race, says Conti’s operations director Clare Nessling. “With the endless stream of doom and gloom stories about the economic downturn, you could be forgiven for thinking that the nation’s dreams of owning a property abroad have totally dried […]
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27.8% growth in foreign property investment a sure sign of Spanish market revival
Foreign investment in Spanish property grew in 2011 according to figures from the Bank of Spain. After surging by 27.8% through September over the same period in 2010 which experienced a mere 2.6% growth, overall transactions reached 3.6 billion euros with the Bank of Spain reporting that these investments exceeded 1 billion euros for three […]
