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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Record number of Blue Flags fly high across Spain this summer
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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 […]
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Alicante maintains Blue Flag lead
The Alicante province is once again the leader in terms of quality beaches, having been awarded more Blue Flags than any other area in Spain with awards for 62 beaches, 13 marinas, 4 routes and 7 schools. Across the 19 municipalities that make up the Costa Blanca there were 71 candidates for the awards, with […]
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New beach luxury townhouses in Mallorca
New townhouses next to Andratx Golf Course. Just 50 metres to Camp de Mar Beach! Camp de Mar Beach – Puerto Andratx (Mallorca) (Mallorca – Ibiza) New spectacular sea front houses at Cala Magrana. This unique cliff side location, with its panoramic sea views, is just a short walk from Cala Anguila beach. Last units […]
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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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Island tourism takes off as easyJet reveal Palma de Mallorca as their first ever seasonal base
As the UK celebrates the news of a mini heatwave this week, with temperatures hotter than the Balearics, it seems the majority of Brits are still not convinced and are looking for more guaranteed sunshine overseas. Spain’s prime location puts it at the top of the list as its year of record breaking tourism […]
