Mosquitoes are pesky little creatures that can ruin outdoor activities and even spread diseases. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to avoid them. First, you should try to avoid being outdoors during peak mosquito hours, which are usually at dawn and dusk. If you must be outdoors during these times, wear long-sleeved […]
Owning a holiday home on the Costa Blanca in Spain is a great way to enjoy the Mediterranean lifestyle and all that the region has to offer. The Costa Blanca is a stunningly beautiful area of Spain, with its white sandy beaches, crystal clear waters, and picturesque mountain views. It is a popular destination for […]
Great news for homeowners and prospective buyers in La Siesta. The project to renovate the park has finally been restarted after several years of delays. Landscaping and improvement works as well as a large multi sport area will make La Siesta Park the most comprehensive recreational area in Torrevieja. A €4.2 million investment will also […]
The Vega Baja region remains the most attractive area for foreigners seeking a second home in Spain’s Alicante region. Specifically, Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa continue to lead this segment of the real estate market – so much so that these two towns alone account for a third of all transactions by international buyers in the […]
‘Plan your Vacation Day’ takes place on the last Tuesday in January and while it is very much an American initiative, we can see the value in the day, and the statistics surrounding the scheme. For example, as part of the Plan your Vacation research, 97% of survey respondents said that having a trip planned […]
VENT WHEN NECESSARY Think before you ventilate. In very cold weather, consider only putting your bathroom or kitchen extractor fan on if necessary. If your modesty isn’t compromised, consider leaving the bathroom door open while you shower and let the steam escape into the house instead. An extractor fan will pull hot air out of […]
Those of us living in the Valencian Community have a lucky break this weekend – two festivos (or, ‘red days’ as they are often referred to by international residents) falling on a Friday and a Monday. The festivos falling this way means that many of us will enjoy four consecutive days off work or school. […]