Nationally residential property prices in Spain increased by 1% last year with the market having bottomed out and now on the way to recovery, new index figures suggest. The data from appraisal company Tinsa shows that the overall rise in prices was boosted by an increase of 2% in the regions of Catalonia, Madrid, and […]
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Index shows Spanish property prices rose by 1% in 2015
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More than 68 million tourists to have visited Spain in 2015
One sector that’s improving with each year that passes is that of tourism. And 2015 was no exception. Conflict in nearby countries, the depreciation of the euro against the dollar and British pound and the pull of the good weather in Spain has meant that the entry of tourists into this country grew at a […]
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The true taste of Spanish Christmas
Owning a second home overseas provides the chance to experience a country in a way that just holidaying there rarely does. With your own home you can live, cook, eat, drink and be merry in just the same way as the locals do – something which is impossible from even the largest of hotel rooms. […]
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Chinese join tourist rush to Spain
Spain has seen a steady increase in tourists from Asia in the past 15 years with many eager to see the art in cities such as Barcelona and Madrid while shopping and eating, making them a welcome contrast to the sun and fun crowds. That’s according to data presented at the International Congress on Asian […]
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Retire to Spain – a new country for a New Year!
Spain is the country of choice for UK citizens approaching their retirement, according to a new survey by Retirement Advantage, with 24% of those questioned listing the country as their favoured European destination when considering a move overseas. Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director for leading Spanish homebuilder Taylor Wimpey España, is familiar with the […]
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Spanish property market recovery set to continue in 2016
Looking ahead to 2016 it looks as if the Spanish house market will continue to recover but the latest data shows it is still a rollercoaster and growth very much depends on location. According to the latest figures from appraisal company Tinsa prices are still increasing with its latest index up by 1.9% in November […]
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There must be something in the water… Mallorca cleans up its act – and its marinas!
The 2015 European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) 2015, which ended on 29 November, has just celebrated a record year. More than 12,000 actions were carried out in 33 different countries in order to make Europe a cleaner place that makes better use of its valuable resources. Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director for leading […]
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Christmas sweets and pastries are delicious!
Spain’s gastronomic wealth comes to its pinnacle at Christmas time. It is a time for parties and celebrations, and also for big meals with, of course, typical Christmas sweets. These are exquisite, traditional recipes, many of which have centuries of history – something not to be missed at this time of year. Come and spend […]
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Alicante Airport set for airside retail transformation in Q2 2016
Alicante-Elche Airport is set to complete a tender process for 16 new shop concessions that will transform the airside commercial environment from Q2 2016. Spanish airports company AENA launched a tender in July, with a bid deadline in October, and awards and the signing of contracts to be finalised soon. The new stores should open […]
