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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Foreigners buying more property in Spain than ever
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World Tapas Day 16th June 2016
On 16 of June you have a date. Mark it in your calender if you want to enjoy World Tapas Day, celebrating this type of ‘mini-cuisine’ typical of Spain, associated with sharing with others and ‘tasting the moment’. World Tapas Day is celebrated simultaneously in many cities around the world and presents a complete programme: […]
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Mallorca online rentals skyrocketing
THE online tourist rental company Airbnb expects more than 160,000 visitors to Mallorca this year, staying in the 8,000 holiday homes being offered through their website. The rise of the Airbnb company on the island has been spectacular. From 2013 to 2015, the number of travellers using the online platform has increased sixfold. According to […]
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Add some flavour to your holidays and come to Spain
A Mediterranean diet, tapas, Iberian ham, tortilla de patatas, olive oil, Rioja wine, and more. It’s Spain, it’s flavour and you can have it all during your trip. Sharing is life, so live! Did you know that the Mediterranean diet is part of the World Heritage? In addition to being healthy it is recognised for […]
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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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Stockholm prepares to play host to the music, but who will win the Eurovision property battle?
This weekend will see Stockholm, Sweden host the 61st Eurovision Song Contest as millions of people from all over the world tune in to witness the weird and wonderful spectacle of the event. Having now taken the coveted crown six times, this year’s competition will be the 57th time Sweden have participated in this global […]
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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 […]
