Recent News & Features

What happened next? Candy and Mark

Candy and Mark appeared on a recent episode of A Place in the Sun with Ben Hillman - we caught up with them to hear all about their experience on the show, and to find out what happened after filming ended!

“The economy made us cautious but we have now bought our perfect home in Spain"

John and Diane bought a property in Los Alcazares, despite the economy, and say they have no regrets! We caught up with them to find out more

You can now exchange your UK driving licence for a Spanish one!

It's good news for Brits living in Spain - it's now possible to exchange your UK driving licence to a Spanish one!

Getting a Digital Nomad Visa in Spain - in just 10 days

Did you know that it's possible to get a Spanish digital nomad visa in 10 days? We spoke to someone who's done it, and found out about the process

British buyers top in Spain – again!

Last year there were nearly 10,000 British buyers in Spain, making Brits the biggest group of buyers in Spain! Here's our snapshot of the Spanish property market for overseas buyers in 2023

Our complete guide to buying in Spain - new for 2023

We've just launched our brand new guide to buying a property in the Costa Blanca, this is what you can look forward to...

Exhibitors announced for A Place in the Sun Live Manchester 2023

With just over two weeks to go until the first A Place in the Sun Live of 2023, we've officially announced all exhibitors that'll be visiting Manchester Central.

What happened next? Jane and Neil

Jane and Neil filmed an episode of A Place in the Sun with Leah on the Costa Blanca. Here's what happened next!

A Place in the Sun Live Manchester Seminar Schedule Launched

Expert interviews, informative seminars, Q&As, panel discussions and so much more, across three stages - there's plenty to keep you occupied at our upcoming exhibition in Manchester in just over three weeks' time.

How much does it cost to buy a second home in France?

France is our nearest neighbour and second favourite place to buy a holiday home - find out how much it costs to buy a property across the channel

Why Brittany hit the right note for our TV property hunters from Manchester

This couple bought a home in France with Jonnie Irwin on A Place in the Sun last year - here's how they're getting on now! 

Cost of living crisis: how does life in rural France compare?

The cost of living in the UK is rising fast across the country - but how does this compare to other countries? How much cheaper is it to live in France?

Which areas of France have the cheapest property?

Rural France is much loved for its laid-back lifestyle and culinary traditions but also its affordable property. Where can you find the cheapest property for sale in France?

Getting a visa: Good tidings (and the latest tips)

Our Editor Liz Rowlinson takes a look back at what it's been like for house hunters moving abroad since Brexit, and what's in store for 2022

Meet the TV show couple who moved to France the day before lockdown

Despite making tabloid headlines for refusing to step inside one of the properties that Laura Hamilton showed them on an episode of A Place in the Sun, this couple moved into their dream home with the help of the show

How long does it take to register with the French healthcare system?

We asked the experts at the British Embassy in Paris six key questions about healthcare in France after Brexit. Here's what they said...

A Place in the Sun Live Manchester Seminar Schedule Launched

Expert interviews, informative seminars, Q&As, panel discussions and so much more, across three stages - there's plenty to keep you occupied at our upcoming exhibition in Manchester in just over three weeks' time.

What happened next? Yvette and Agata

Yvette and Agata appeared on an episode of A Place in the Sun with Jasmine Harman! They put an offer in on a house in Portugal, but what happened next? 

Buyers in Portugal hit a five-year high

There's been a significant increase in the number of foreigners buying homes in Portugal so far this year

Cost of living crisis: how does Portugal compare?

Portugal has long been sought after for its affordable cost of living, but how does it compare to the UK? We took a look...

The Silver lining of an unplanned trip to A Place in the Sun Live

Zoe and her family bought a holiday home on Portugal's Silver Coast after visiting A Place in the Sun Live in London. Here's how it happened...

Britons in Portugal: where do they all live now?

Algarve has long been thought of as the most popular region for Britons in Portugal, but as prices have risen across the Algarve, and interest has risen in other parts of Portugal, the distribution of foreign residents is much more diverse.

Watch | Ask the Experts about Healthcare in Portugal

Watch our interview with the experts from the British Embassy and Department of Health & Social Care as they answered key questions about accessing healthcare in France now the UK has left the EU.

Take-off time for property trips to Portugal?

From 17th May it will be possible to fly to Portugal without quarantining or self-isolating when you return to the UK. So maybe now's the ideal time to sear

Our complete guide to buying in Italy - new for 2023

We've just launched our brand new guide to buying a property in Italy, this is what you can find inside...

Cost of living crisis: how does Italy compare?

The cost of living in the UK is rising fast - would it be cheaper for you to move abroad? Our Editor compares the cost of energy, food and more in Italy...

Top 10 Best Places to Buy Abroad 2021 | 4. Italy

What makes Italy so popular with British property hunters? Liz Rowlinson explains!

Advent Calendar Day 16 | Watch: Key insights for buying and owning a property in Italy

Find out everything you need to know about buying and owning a property in Italy!

Advent Calendar Day 11 | Watch: Italy Pronunciation Game with Jonnie and Jasmine

Watch as Jasmine Harman and Jonnie Irwin go head to head to see who has the best Italian pronunciation!

Case Study | A straw poll led us to Umbria

How one couple's unusual straw poll led them to Italy

Why it's a good time to discover Umbria

Liz Rowlinson takes a tour of the 'green heart of Italy' and discovers a low-key and affordable alternative to next-door Tuscany

How Sardinia cast its magical spell on me

Actress and author Sara Alexander fell in love with the Italian island of Sardinia as a child.

What happened next? Marjorie and Margaret

Marjorie appeared on an episode of A Place in the Sun with Lee Juggurnauth - here's what happened next? 

What happened next? Jeanette and Phil

“We really love life in Greece. Now our families are moving over too” - we found out how TV couple Jeanette and Phil found the property purchase process after appearing on A Place in the Sun

Last chance to get the Greek golden visa at €250k

You don't have long to get a Greek golden visa with the current requirements - last month the Greek government announced that the €250,000 threshold will double to €500,000

A glorious coastline and a golden visa: why one couple chose Greece to build a second home

This couple decided to build a holiday home in Greece - find out why they chose the Paleros Bay area of western Greece for their place in the sun

Top 10 Best Places to Buy Abroad 2021 | 5. Greece

Greece is the fifth most popular destination for Brits buying abroad - find out more about the most popular areas here!

Five Minute Focus | Corfu, Greece

In our latest 'Five Minute Focus' instalment, we take a trip down to the Ionian island of Corfu, in Greece.

Greek Property Market Gathers Pace in 2019

Greece is certainly having its moment and is currently fourth in our annual 'Top 10 Best Places to Buy Abroad' index. But what is the current state of the property market?

Download Our Updated Greece Buying Guide

We've updated our popular buying guide to Greece with more advice, case studies and inspiration to help kickstart your plans this year.

Case Study - “A place in Cyprus for £80k: we decided it was time to follow our dreams"

Looking for an affordable holiday home? Pauline and Chris (who bought a property with Jasmine Harman) tell us why Cyprus could be the right choice

What happened next? Uri and Shiann

Uri and Shiann appeared on a recent episode of A Place in the Sun with Leah Charles-King - we caught up with them to find out what happened when filming ended!

Where is the cheapest property in Cyprus?

Find out where you can buy a bargain property in Cyprus! And read our top tips for finding a cheap apartment or villa...

Cost of living crisis: how does Cyprus compare?

The cost of living in the UK is rising fast. Inflation has reached a 40-year high of 9 per cent. War in Europe is causing petrol prices to reach record highs and food prices to increase for everyone, but how do other costs still measure up?  Even energy tariffs are dealt with differently by European governments. In the second piece of a series looking at each of our top five countries, we take a look at Cyprus.

FAQs about moving to Cyprus

The most popular questions from our latest webinar.

Why so many house hunters pick Paphos

Peyia resident Andrea Busfield on why her patch of Cyprus just keeps getting better.

Why Jonnie Irwin loves the beaches of Cyprus

Our TV presenter visited Cyprus and realised there’s a beautiful coastline around the infamous resort of Ayia Napa that is itself changing.

How Much Does a Cyprus Property Really Cost?

Ever wanted to know the true cost of owning your very own property in Cyprus? Well, now you can...

Endless beaches and no crowds: there’s more to Florida than Disney

Abi bought a holiday home in Florida, after a lifetime of holidays and good memories in the Sunshine State

Case Study - “We didn’t go into Florida thinking it would be a great investment, but it was”

Alan and Alison LOVE Florida, we sat down to talk with them about what it's like to buy a property in the Sunshine State

“Our two Florida buy to let rental investments fund our holidays”

Martin and Claire bought two rental properties in Florida, and they now use the rental income from them to fund their holidays! They started their journey at A Place in the Sun Live and we caught up with them to find out more...

"We needed a holiday home to pay for itself: Florida was the answer"

Jacquie and Sean Devoy from South Yorkshire had long dreamt of owning a place abroad. Keen travellers, they had visited many locations in Europe as well as being drawn back to Florida many times with their family. After managing to save some money for a deposit during the pandemic, they began thinking about where they buy with a budget of £200,000 to £250,000.

How to buy property in Florida and cushion the strong dollar

There was bad news when the US dollar reached parity with the pound last week but at the time of writing it’s up to 1.11 and further good news is that there are some things you can do to mitigate the weak pound - find out our top tips for buying in Florida in the current climate 

Case Study - “My Florida villa rentals have worked so well I want to buy another home”

Chris Danks had had his eye on a villa in Orlando’s Solterra resort for a few years. He told us all about the buying process and running a successful rental property in the Sunshine State.

“Our Florida rental investment has been worth the wait – bookings are great!”

Julie and Tony completed on their five-bed property in Orlando in July 2020 and despite the pandemic their new rental property has had a flood of bookings!

No fly, no buy? Not for one Disney-mad Scot who has purchased her dream home in Florida

As it is announced that the United States will open its border to Britons in November, we suggest a way you can buy to beat the rush…

Endless beaches and no crowds: there’s more to Florida than Disney

Abi bought a holiday home in Florida, after a lifetime of holidays and good memories in the Sunshine State

What happened next? Julian and Gaynor

“The economy made us cautious but we have now bought our perfect home in Spain"

John and Diane bought a property in Los Alcazares, despite the economy, and say they have no regrets! We caught up with them to find out more

Getting a Digital Nomad Visa in Spain - in just 10 days

Did you know that it's possible to get a Spanish digital nomad visa in 10 days? We spoke to someone who's done it, and found out about the process

What happened next? Jane and Neil

Jane and Neil filmed an episode of A Place in the Sun with Leah on the Costa Blanca. Here's what happened next!

What happened next? Penny

Penny appeared on an episode of A Place in the Sun with Laura Hamilton. She put in an offer on one of the properties - but what happened next?

What happened next? Rev Ken looking in Cyprus with a budget of £80,000

We caught up with Reverend Ken Gabbadon after his episode with Jasmine Harman to find out how his new life in Cyprus is treating him!

What happened next? Jeanette and Phil

“We really love life in Greece. Now our families are moving over too” - we found out how TV couple Jeanette and Phil found the property purchase process after appearing on A Place in the Sun