First there was America’s Polar Vortex and plummeting temperatures and now we’ve got the UK’s weird and dreadful weather, and the whole lot topped off with the snowy Sochi Winter Olympics. It’s enough to have […]
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Britain’s newest course takes a positive stand by providing a welcoming home for families and lady golfers
As more people purchase a second home abroad, so golf has become ever more popular, both at home and abroad. According to last summer’s research by KPMG, 76% of the UK’s 1.2 million golf club members […]
Murcia-based estate agent posts excellent results for 2013
Fittingly, in the year that Chris Mercer celebrated 30 years in Spanish property, his Murcia-based real estate agency notched up some extraordinary results. Total sales for 2013 outshone 2012 by a spectacular 60%. “This time […]
A Great Time To Buy A Home In Barbados As Pound Hits Two Year High Against Dollar
The recent strong performance of the pound against the dollar means savvy British buyers can take advantage of significant savings on properties in the Caribbean. Having peaked at 1.65 in December 2013, and now sitting at […]
Quality homes in Spain – three of the best
Calpesol, Calpe on the Costa Blanca, €168,000 The Calpesol residential complex is situated in the small tourist town of Calpe, in a desirable, peaceful spot only five minutes from the beach. It consists of spacious […]
A Mediterranean island of sunshine, history and ideal second homes
Malta’s beauty lies in its historical architecture and dramatic coastline, its hilly hinterland and its buzzy cosmopolitan lifestyle. The island is situated at the heart of the Mediterranean and enjoys superb year-round weather and an appealing […]
News item: Eco Beach & Spa Resort Properties in the Dominican Republic
The 5-Star Eco Beach Resort & Spa is located on the north coast of the Dominican Republic (one of the number one tourist destinations in the Caribbean). The resort lies only 45 minutes from Gregorio […]
New Golf Courses Close To Luxury Property Development Up For Debate in Ibiza
While Ibiza has a great many strings to its bow from culture to cuisine, nightlife to beach life, one it clearly lacks is golf. However, this week discussions have resumed on the creation a golf […]
Sun and snow homes in Austria
The Lakeview Apartments are a collection of seven luxurious suites on the top two floors of a beautiful hotel. This traditional Austrian building is located on the banks of Lake Zell and the one to […]
Ex-Serviceman Undertakes Heroic Challenge in Honour of Fallen Comrades
From time to time, Homes&Travel has featured a group or an individual aiming to help others by fund raising. Retired RAF Chinook helicopter crewman, Ben Greer, is now one third of the way through […]