• A Jewel in the Crown

    Are you thinking of buying a golf property in the sun? Well, if it's exclusivity you're after then you can't get much better than Sotogrande in southern Spain. With five fantastic courses on your doorstep, including the famous Valderrama, you will never suffer from boredom.

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  • And now, Mongolia!!

    Ok, I know what you are thinking, Mongolia, don't they live in Yurts and ride horses? Well, yes, but also they happen to be riding high on a boom caused by the wealth of mineral reserves found to be in the country.

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  • Golf, Beaches and Bacalhau

    With sun kissed beaches, sleepy picturesque villages and warm welcoming people, the Algarve is the quintessential holiday destination. And with some of Europe's best and most magnificent golf courses, the setting is complete. But the Algarve is also steeped in tradition and history, and has a rich cultural heritage.

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  • Luxury living desert style

    For the keen discerning golfer looking for that touch of luxury, perhaps your own villa next to a stunning golf course, the Marrakech Golf Club in Morocco may be just the place.

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  • Is Istanbul ripe for investment?

    With an official population of 12 million and an unofficial count of nearer 15 million, this city teems with life. Yet it does not take long to see that this is a city in dire need of renovation and rejuvenation, and this is exactly what is happening. You only have to look at what has happened in London and countless other major cities over the past 30 years to realise what is possible.

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  • Bulgaria, Market Update

    Not long ago flights to Bulgaria were full of British and Irish property investors with money falling out of their pockets. The return flights were awash with people who had purchased what they considered a safe investment or a new home. Now the flights are full of Bulgarians returning from shopping trips to London. So what has happened to the investors and relocators?

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Narrow Boats

Anyone who has spent time travelling around the UK would be able to conjure up the image of a traditional narrow boat. These vessels, with their distinctive design are quintessentially part of the English landscape and today they can be enjoyed by everyone. So if the idea of slowly gliding through beautiful countryside and stopping for lunch at a cosy pub sounds appealing, then why not hire a boat and experience a different sort of holiday.

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Anne Boleyn – a visit to her childhood home

In the county of Kent, to south of London, are a series of stunning castles and stately homes dating back to medieval times. Some of them even date back to the end of the Viking era and the Battle of Stamford Bridge in 1066. We have visited some of them, all within an hour's journey from London, and all open to the public most of the year. A journey in time and space. Our first visit goes to Hever Castle, the childhood home of Anne Boleyn. Later we shall look at some of the others.

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Visit the Middle Ages in Kent

The County of Kent, south of London is rich in history. Not least, here you'll find some of the most magnificent historical castles and stately homes across England. We have previously written about Anne Boleyn's childhood home, Hever Castle, so this time we will look more closely at some of the other historic castles and fortresses that are worth a visit.

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Top ten cheap Holiday Locations close to Home

Many people this year are only now looking for a holiday destination due to uncertainty in the economy. Not only that, but they are looking to keep a lid on the budget. The travels companies are slashing their prices in an effort to bring in customers, things are hotting up and there are bargains to be had.

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Re-Register your Bulgarian Company or Lose your Property

Bulgarian HouseJanuary 2011 could have a shock in store for foreigners who fail to re-register the companies that they set up as vehicles to buy property in Bulgaria.

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Sweden - so much more than IKEA

Are you searching for that perfect location to buy your holiday home? Somewhere that has it all, beautiful summers with plenty of places to go swimming, peaceful forests for walking and in the winter pure white snow to rival any Christmas card? No, I am not talking about Canada, but somewhere a bit closer to home - yes that's right, Sweden. This northern European country with its silver birches and little red cottages has so much more to offer than IKEA and flat-pack furniture....

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Magical Norway

Breathtaking mountains, deep fjords with cascading waterfalls that plummet into the sea below, vibrant cities, midnight sun, northern lights...... Does this sound like something to stimulate the imagination and feed the soul? Well, then why not abandon the beaches of southern Europe this summer and head north to Norway.

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Aphrodite Beachfront

In 2006 I came to North Cyprus for the first time. The reason for the trip was to view and possibly purchase an apartment at a development that had caught our attention. Being aware of all the land issues that affect both sides of this island, it was very important to us that the project was to be built on secure Pre 74 Turkish Title land. The chosen location was in an area that had been completely ignored by other developers.

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  • Wiltshire, land of mystery
    Located roughly 90 miles from London and often described as the gateway to the west of England, the county of Wiltshire is steeped in history. The land is dominated by Salisbury plain which is littered with the remains of ancient civilizations, from ancient burial mounds and chambers to the world renowned sites of Stonehenge and Avebury. Add to this walking and cycling routes and one of the most beautiful canal systems in Europe and you have an area that is well worth a visit.

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  • A dive in history
    Cyprus is a paradise for sports divers, and that includes Northern Cyprus. With good visibility up to 30 meters and temperatures around 26 to 27 degrees Celsius, the season lasts from April almost up to Christmas. Small difference between high and low tide prevents under-tow and makes it safe even for beginners to go out in deep water. And there are plenty of diving-schools on the beaches in and around the port city of Kyrenia, with a wide range of offers for both beginners and the more advanced.

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  • Illegal Playboy Club runs a place of ill repute on the Sunshine Isle
    In a deserted area outside of Nicosia in Cyprus lies a number of nightclubs in what is popularly called Casino Alley where night clubs and casinos also operate brothels. One of them blatantly carries the name Playboy Club, with Playboy's own rabbit logo and trademark in a giant format on the outside.

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  • Exclusive - a new lifestyle magazine
    We are launching a new lifestyle-magazine in Norway. Are you interested in advertizing with us?

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  • €26 million spare? Buy an apartment in Hong Kong.
    Two luxury penthouse apartments have gone on the market in Hong Kong for 26 million Euros. Demand from wealthy mainland Chinese buyers and also foreigners have caused property prices in the top end of the property market to rocket. While most of the world is still reeling from the global property collapse, Hong Kong steams ahead.

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  • The UK Estate Agent
    The UK property market has picked up in recent months according to the news reports. Properties are moving fast and final sales are even coming in above the asking price. Is all this just a blip or are we really seeing the beginnings in a rise in the property market again? If we are, how will the next months play out in this most favourite of British Markets? We talk to Richard Munro (M.N.A.E.A, D.E.A) a Director at London based Munro Lock Estate Agents, to get his thoughts on where things are heading. 

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  • Date for re-registration of Bulgarian companies extended.
    The final date for companies to re-register on the new system has been extended to 31st December 2011. It is reported that only a small fraction of Bulgarian companies actually would have made the deadline.

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  • The conundrum of law
    North Cyprus, with its miles of unspoilt coastline and breathtaking backdrop of rugged mountains, has in the last few years attracted those looking to buy a cheap holiday home in the sun. But, this islands troubled history still casts long shadows and so it is a place where one needs to step carefully. With its complicated land issues and ever changing laws, the advice of a good independent lawyer is a must. We once more meet up with the lawyer Naomi Mehmet from Naomi Mehmet and Partners, to talk about the current situation and to find out what advice she can offer would-be property buyers.

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  • Towards brighter times in the housing market
    Signs indicate that the housing market worldwide is heading towards brighter times. Apart from Norway, which has managed well through the global financial crisis thanks to government measures, there are reports now that countries like China, Portugal, Australia, New Zealand, as well as Sweden, France and Hong Kong, have experienced an increase in house prices. Earlier Israel, Switzerland and Indonesia joined the list of countries in recovery.

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  • Expats in shock – homes sold at Auction
    Home owners in North Cyprus are in shock as their properties are sold at auction. Thirteen homes already sold with more to follow.

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  • Buy, buy American pie
    For decades the American dream seemed to be up for grabs, something to be achieved by everyone, whether you had the money to buy into it or not. The house, the car, it was all reachable, with a little help from your friendly bank manager. But it all turned out to be a pie in the sky and when the credit crunch hit, the great dream became an all American nightmare. But the new president and billions of dollars in stimulus packages has brought a new optimism. We talk to Swedish borne Stefan Elofsson who has been working in the real-estate business in Dallas/Fort Worth Texas for the last ten years and we ask him if he saw it coming.

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  • Beautiful North CyprusNorth Cyprus Government refuses to hand over deeds to buyers
    The North Cyprus Government are refusing to allow purchasers of undisputed pre 74 Turkish Title land and properties to have their title deeds. Is this a shot in the foot for the Turkish Cypriot government or a stab in the back for the purchasers?

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