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Celebrating 20 years of A Place in the Sun Live exhibitions this week at London ExCel 

Why should you attend A Place in the Sun Live at London's ExCel?

Like Laura Hamilton, I’m doing up a townhouse in Mallorca (and this is what I learnt)

Barbara turned her love of A Place in the Sun into reality, snapping up a fixer-upper in Mallorca with her daughter-in-law for £173k. From offers to renovation wins, her story is full of lessons!

Viva Espana: British buyers still top in Spain

Brexit, Covid, and rising living costs haven’t stopped Britons from chasing the dream of a home in Spain—UK buyers still top the foreign property charts!

“Living in the UK or France is too expensive: we have moved to Spain to live on £1,000 per month”

Six years of planning paid off: Sylvia and Nigel swapped rising UK bills for a relaxed, mortgage-free life in sunny Spain. From cost-cutting to house-hunting, here’s how they made it work

Our Place in the Sun home – we got the last cheap flat in Ibiza!

Nine years ago, Zoe and Neil from Leeds bought an apartment in Ibiza after appearing on A Place in the Sun! 

20 years ago we found our Spanish ‘A Place in the Sun’ at Isla Canela

Kay and her sister Wendy’s A Place in the Sun journey led them to a dream home in Isla Canela, Spain—now a cherished family retreat for over 20 years.

Where to get a home on a golf resort in Spain for £70k

Take a look at how house hunters Lisa and Neil found their perfect home in Murcia after visiting A Place in the Sun Live!

Understanding property taxes in Spain: a guide for buyers

Buying in Spain? Have a read of this blog to get a better understanding of property taxes in this ever popular house hunting destination!

“We only bought a TV so we could watch our episode”: meet the Yorkshire couple who did find their ideal home in the Charente

Take a look at how house hunters Sonia and Karl's journey continued after appearing on A Place in the Sun!

“Moving to France meant we could retire by 55 – and we found a former pub”

Find out how Tracy and Lee made the move from Manchester to France after appearing on the TV Show!

Sue and Tony in Carcassonne - A Place in the Sun TV House Hunters

Thinking about buying a property in France? Take a look at the 5 things house hunters Sue and Tony have learnt since buying a home in France after appearing on the TV Show!

Why now is a good time to purchase property abroad

Take a look at why now might be the best time for that dream property purchase abroad.

House Hunters Lynn and Ian, Key Observations from Living in France

Considering a relocation to France? Explore our latest article to discover the first hand experiences of couple Lynn and Ian, as they share their key observations from living there!

Applying for a French Visa - Three Mistakes to Avoid

Interested in making a move to France? Read this article to find out three mistakes you should avoid when applying for a French Visa!

Buying the Perfect Project Property in France - House Hunters Rick and Raine

Find out how house hunters Rick and Raine bought their perfect project property in France ...

Where To Find Cheap Properties in France

France is a vast and diverse nation full of affordable properties - from apartments handy for the beach to village houses ripe for a makeover. We explore where you can find cheap properties in this location!

We saw 50 properties in Portugal before finding the right one – location is crucial.

Inspired by A Place in the Sun webinars, Tracey and Mike took a leap of faith, applied to the TV show, and soon after discovered their dream home under the Portuguese sun.

Why we chose Lagos in the Algarve for a holiday villa investment

When house hunters Beth and Frances decided they didn’t like the direction of the UK after Brexit they decided to buy a base in Portugal’s Western Algarve.

How a meeting at A Place in the Sun Live helped sort a tricky home purchase in Portugal

Take a look at how attending A Place in the Sun Live helped house hunters David and Lalita purchase a property in Portugal!

Why Buyers Are Going Mad for Madeira Island

Interest in the Portuguese island of Madeira has been on the rise, here's why it should be on your list if you're thinking of buying a property abroad.

Portuguese Property Insurance

Thinking of purchasing a permanent or holiday home in Portugal? Take a look at this article to discover what you need to know about Portugal Property Insurance! 

Five Minute Focus: The Silver Coast

Find out everything you need to know about Portugal's Silver Coast, in this 5 minute read! 

Private healthcare cover abroad – what you need to get for visas

Healthcare is a key consideration if you're planning to live abroad - here's what you need to know about getting private healthcare when you move overseas

Portugal - Cost of Living

We take a look at how much it costs to live in Portugal!

Why buying a home in Italy never goes out of fashion (there can be tax perks)

Why should you consider buying a home in Italy? Let's take a look!

After years seeking the Italian dream – we found it on Lake Maggiore

After years of searching, Sharon and Brendon Maes found their dream home by chance at Lake Maggiore. A bold offer and tough negotiation sealed the deal.

“We nearly bought a home in Spain but then decided on Tuscany instead”

Find out how Paul and Julie swapped Spain to Tuscany after appearing on A Place in the Sun TV Show!

Why now is a good time to purchase property abroad

Take a look at why now might be the best time for that dream property purchase abroad.

Frequently Asked Questions - Buying Property in Italy

Thinking of buying property in Italy? Check out this article for frequently asked questions about purchasing in this popular house hunting destination ...

Top five locations for buying property in Italy

We've compiled a list of your favourite locations to buy a property in Italy - take a look at the top 5!

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...

"I tried seven times to buy a home in Crete before going on the TV show"

Find out how house hunter Claire bagged her dream home in Crete after visiting A Place in the Sun Live in London!

Which Greek island might suit you best?

Want to know which Greek island is best suited for you? Take a look as we explore!

From Devon to Drapanos: “we feel happy and healthier in Crete”

Marica and Robin Gibbs feel happy and healthier in Crete - find out how they made the move after appearing on A Place in the Sun TV Show!

Five places for winter sun without breaking the bank

Escape the UK’s grey days with affordable winter sun. Here are five sunny spots just hours away—no mortgage needed.

“Our dream home in Corfu is slowly getting even better”

Take a look at how house hunters Wayne and Lisa from Leeds found their perfect property in Greece after appearing on A Place in the Sun TV Show!

Changes to the Greek Golden Visa

Planning a move to Greece? Make sure to read this article to learn about the changes to the Greek Golden Visa!

What happened next? Jenny in Kefalonia

It seemed Jenny had missed out on her dream property in a recent episode A Place in the Sun, but her story didn't end when the cameras stopped rolling...

What happened next? Sarah and Jo

Sarah and Jo's episode of A Place in the Sun ended with a twist... here's what happened next!

Five places for winter sun without breaking the bank

Escape the UK’s grey days with affordable winter sun. Here are five sunny spots just hours away—no mortgage needed.

Buying a Property in Cyprus - How Much Does It Really Cost?

Thinking about purchasing your perfect getaway home in Cyprus? We explore the costs involved in buying a property in there, including purchase costs and ongoing taxes!

Why now is a good time to purchase property abroad

Take a look at why now might be the best time for that dream property purchase abroad.

Paul and Lizzie Relocating to Cyprus - A Place in the Sun TV House Hunters

Catch up with house hunters, Paul and Lizzie, to find out about their journey of relocating to Cyprus after appearing on the TV Show!

“Why, at 28, I bought a Cypriot apartment to rent out”

Looking for property in Cyprus? Read this article to find out how house hunter, Olivia Hearn, from A Place in the Sun TV Show bought her dream property in Cyprus!

What happened next? Dave and Fiona

Changes to income requirement for Cypriot residency scheme

The annual income requirements for UK nationals looking for residency in Cyprus after Brexit have changed. We explain all...

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

Buying a villa in Florida: a passion project and long-term investment

Find out how house hunters Lorraine Gray and Ian Bailey bought a five-bedroom property in Florida after attending A Place in the Sun Live!

Seven things to know about home insurance in Florida

With three hurricanes in Florida this year, home insurance is essential. Jerry Barker of The Jerry Barker Group offers tips for finding the right policy.

Record tourism and a healthy economy: why BTL investors are looking to Florida

British buy to let investors are looking to the Sunshine Coast - find out why it's becoming an increasingly popular choice!

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 

Celebrating 20 years of A Place in the Sun Live exhibitions this week at London ExCel 

Why should you attend A Place in the Sun Live at London's ExCel?

A Place in the Sun Revisited - David and Jesper

David and Jesper appeared on a recent episode of A Place in the Sun with Jasmine Harman - we caught up with them to find out what happened after filming ended!

A Place in the Sun Revisited - Natalie and Matt

Find out what happened after this episode, hosted by Jean Johansson, aired on Channel 4!

A Place in the Sun Revisited - Donna and Savannah in Almeria

Donna and Savannah appeared on a recent episode of A Place in the Sun with Sara Damergi. They made an offer on an apartment for £67k - how did their property purchase turn out?

A Place in the Sun Revisited - Martyn and Shirley in the Lot et Garonne

Shirley and Martyn took part in the A Place in the Sun TV show with Ben Hillman, with their episode airing in November 2023. Was their cheeky offer of £225k on a five-bedroom farmhouse in Goujounac too good to be true?

A Place in the Sun Revisited - Annette and Malcolm in Almeria

Annette and Malcolm had never been to Almeria, but in a recent episode of the TV show they flew out to Spain with Leah to see what was on offer for their £200k budget, here's what happened next

A Place in the Sun Revisited - Maria and Paul in Andalusia

Maria and Paul from St Leonard’s on Sea in East Sussex want to go and live in Spain. They flew out to look at properties in the pueblos blancos behind the Costa del Sol with Craig Rowe in October 2022. But after finding the finca of their dreams, the episode ended with the vendor somewhat greedily upping their asking price from £303k to £339k. What did they do next?

A Place in the Sun Revisited - Karl and Vicky on the Costa Blanca

Empty nesters Karl and Vicky were looking for a home in Spain for £70k. They were helped by Jean to explore locations south of Alicante, including Santa Pola, Grand Alicant and Cuidad Quesada. Their offer of £83k on a two-bedroom townhouse was accepted in August 2021 – but what has happened in the past two years?