Spain
Exiting Essex - Easyjet launches new routes to Spain
The quickest way out of Essex next year is likely to be via Southend International Airport as easyJet, the low cost airline, has announced 70 new international flights a week to Europe.
‘Top climber’ Murcia reels in Spanish property buyers
Thanks to a combination of rock bottom prices and excited anticipation surrounding the Paramount-branded Theme Park, Murcia has been declared a ‘top climber’ search term on the UK’s leading overseas property portal, rising 11 places in June 2011.
Aer Lingus to offer 10 new routes this winter
As part of its effort to increase its winter timetable, Irish airline Aer Lingus has just announced 10 new routes for 2011/2012, with a new route from Cork to Las Palmas, Gran Canaria due to commence a weekly service as of Sunday 30th October 2011.
Theme Park inspires Hamiltons to double their Spanish property investment
When the Hamiltons purchased their holiday home in Camposol Golf on the Costa Cálida six years ago, they had no aspirations for amassing a property portfolio.
Murcia’s Paramount-branded theme park could open one year early
According to Murcia’s regional government, construction of the Paramount-branded Theme Park in Murcia could begin as early as February 2012.
Mallorca gains its first UNESCO World Heritage Site
During the 35th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee held in Paris this June, Mallorca’s Serra de Tramuntana landscape was recognised for its outstanding universal value.
New figures signal an increase of interest in Spain
The number of Brits living in Spain has grown considerably over the years. In 2005 the number registered was 274,000 which by 2009, according to the British Embassy, had risen in their estimation to one million Britons who live at least part of the year in Spain.
Summer on the sea helping boost tourism in sun soaked Mallorca
The gorgeous Spanish Island of Mallorca, a popular holiday destination for Brits and Europeans alike lured by the island's charm, sophistication and diversity is currently gearing up for a jam packed summer on the sea.
Developer slices 58% off Spanish golf property
As the Spanish property market faltered, the bigger you were the harder you fell and heavyweight developers such as Polaris World found themselves in serious financial difficulties.
Spain awarded highest number of Blue Flag beaches in the world
The prestigious 'Blue Flag' eco label bestowed upon 3,550 beaches and marinas in 41 different countries across the globe has awarded Spain 511 Blue Flags, more than any other European country, in recognition of the Iberian nation's beautifully pristine beaches.
Marbella voted most fashionable city in Spain
Andalucía, Spain's most southerly region and home to Spain's most traditional experiences including tapas, bullfighting, flamenco and most notably, the string guitar is a land of colour, wonder and contradiction that has rightfully attracted hoards of holiday makers and property owners to the region year after year.
New Marbella marina has designs on Puerto Banús’ crown
The catwalk of the Costa del Sol, Puerto Banús attracts up to five million visitors each year and simply oozes wealth and glamour.
London City Airport improves access to Spain’s property hotspots
In response to high demand from London City Airport travellers, BA CityFlyer, a subsidiary of British Airways (BA) has announced greater access to the holiday favourite, Spain, with a new route to Malaga in the Costa del Sol and increased frequency of flights to Palma on the island of Mallorca.
Costa Blanca destined to feel the heat this summer
Between January and March this year, Spain received 9 million international tourists; an increase of 2.9% over the same three month period last year reveals the latest data from The Ministry of Industry, Tourism and Trade.
Golf guarantees property gains?
There's no doubt about it, golf is one of the most popular sports today and the love of the game doesn't seem to be waning. In North America alone there is reportedly close to 30 million golfers.