Liz Rowlinson

Liz Rowlinson is a journalist who has covered overseas property for over 20 years. After university and a few years editing celebrity memoirs at Random House Publishers she studied journalism at the London College of Printing. A fortnight of work experience as part of her course led to eight years at the Daily Mail, where she commissioned features and edited the property section for a stint (along with recipes and obituaries).

Thirteen years ago she left there to travel the world and freelance for all the national newspapers and various magazines during the last property boom. From Bali to Barbados, Cape Town to Uruguay and the Maldives, she has visited most places where British citizens have purchased homes abroad.

Nine years ago she became Editor of A Place in the Sun magazine, a role she still has, alongside covering international property for the UK's leading newspapers.

She lives in London and travels abroad as much as possible researching locations and their real estate markets, between bringing up two children. Ski property alongside Spain, France and Italy (and anything connected with food) are particular interest areas.

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! 

1 April 2025

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.

27 March 2025

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!

25 March 2025

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!

20 March 2025

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

Marcia 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!

18 March 2025

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!

13 March 2025

A Place in the Sun: What Happened Next? is Back!

A Place in the Sun: What Happened Next? returns! Tune in on March 17th at 6 PM on Channel 4 as presenters catch up with past house hunters to see how life in the sun is going!

12 March 2025

What do overseas house hunters really want?

Take a look at what matters most to today’s overseas property buyers and how these insights could shape your own journey ...

12 March 2025

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.

11 March 2025
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