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In & around Playa Flamenca, – Costa Blanca South

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In July we spent a month in Orihuela Costa, which is 45 mins south of Alicante on the Costa Blanca ” White Coast” in South East of Spain. In the area of Playa Flamenca, we tried some new experiences and chatted to local businesses as they get back for the first full season after the Covid pandemic. Below is the story of one such business “Bodega 75”. It is certainly worth a visit. BODEGA 75! “We are new wine and spirit store on Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa, ran by wife and husband team. What’s our story? Well, simple really. We … Continue reading In & around Playa Flamenca, – Costa Blanca South

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Advantages of a second home

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As a owner of a 2nd home I have never regretted the decision buying our place in Orihuela Costa and having our place in the sun. The debate shall I buy or not is often both financial and emotional decisions to make and very individual. Speaking as a owner I have found the following positives. Your own space to enjoy. Personal belongings safe and sound to use time again, e.g. body boards, bikes etc., Furnished to your taste. Opportunities to share with family & friends. Meet and make new friends often from many different nationalities as neighbours. Experience and learn … Continue reading Advantages of a second home

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Will Home Staging help to sell your property ?

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Properties Overseas can arrange to sell your property in the Orihuela Costa area in Costa Blanca South of Alicante. We offer a bespoke selling service for those not wishing to travel to Spain and arrange the transaction themselves. We cover all aspects of the sale with our long  established partners in Spain. Home Staging If a property could benefit from a little TLC tender loving care to show it in the best possible light ready to bring to market. Home Staging can be the answer. In our experience dealing with clients who may not have recently lived/visited the property can … Continue reading Will Home Staging help to sell your property ?

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Orihuela Costa Summertime

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The Spanish Costas are full of fun, fiestas and summer sunshine. The  “CHIRINGUITOS” Spanish beach bars offer cool beers, thirst quenching juices and cocktails together with reasonable priced food. In the summertime offer entertainment such as live music  – Che from Kolted at the weekend  on Cabo Roig beach (Platja de La Glea) with yoga on the La Zenia beach to name just 2. Check local  information boards/social media for updates. List of Beaches Playa Punta Prima Playa Flamenca Playa de la Zenia Platja de La Glea Playa Barranco Rubio Playa Cala La Mosca Cala Mosca Cala Captain Cala de … Continue reading Orihuela Costa Summertime

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Property Type & Style

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When choosing to buy a property abroad or a home, what questions do we need to ask ourselves? What factors should be considered regarding the style of property? Here are some ideas for you to explore. Unless you are able to build your individual bespoke designed property, the location you choose may have its own range and style of properties. Price and location play their part, together with layout, light & space. How does the property work for you or your family needs? Does the layout give you the flexibility required? Apartments – Traditional Style Traditional apartments can be in … Continue reading Property Type & Style

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ETIAS -European Travel Information Authorisation Service

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How will ETIAS affect UK travellers visiting Spain with its introduction scheduled for end of 2022. We look at the way travelling will be changing for residents of the UK in the future. Focusing on the new forthcoming arrangements when visiting Spain and other countries within the Schengen Area. ETIAS is being developed by the EU and will operate in all the countries within the Schengen Area; some 25. This will apply to visitors from many countries who in the past needed no visa requirements to visit Spain or EU countries. Those affected include UK, US, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, … Continue reading ETIAS -European Travel Information Authorisation Service

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What is the Non-lucrative Visa?

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Visas now seem to come in all shapes and sizes, and their value needs to be carefully evaluated according to a individual’s aims and personal circumstances. Today our focus is the non lucrative visa. We are pleased to share the extract from a recent newsletter from one of our professional partners Abaco Advisers, solicitors based in Spain, penned by David Ruiz of Torrevieja Transactions: If you live in a country outside of the EU and wish to live permanently in Spain, then applying for the non-lucrative visa might be the next step for you. This visa, is initially granted for … Continue reading What is the Non-lucrative Visa?

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Spanish Property Sales

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Recent property statistics in Spain shows positive sales figures, the highest in 14 years. This reflects the experience of Properties Overseas. Interest in the Spanish market is back. We have taken on several instructions, to sell property in Orihuela Costa and Nerja areas of Spain. The reasons behind a sale can be straightforward or more complex involving multiple owners or reasons as diverse as wanting to downsize, upscale, change location, property was inherited. Or simply, it no longer fits your needs whether due to ill health or otherwise etc., In addition to personal clients, we have been assisting solicitors in … Continue reading Spanish Property Sales

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Digtial Nomad Visa

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Here is our next article on Visas, looking at Spain’s development of a Digital Nomad Visa. Spain wants to attract investment by offering entrepreneurs, companies and their workforce a desirable and flexible location to live and work. This new visa is designed to help. The effects of the Covid19 pandemic has altered the business landscape and how we work. Technology has played its part with Zoom and Teams meetings usage rising substantially, allowing more flexibility to how and where the workforce reside. The Startup Act allows a person working for, say, a UK company, to have the opportunity of living … Continue reading Digtial Nomad Visa

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Music scene -Orihuela Costa

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We regularly visit the area and enjoy the vibrant range of music on offer from the local bars and beach bars in the warmer months. Here is a snapshot of a couple of bands we enjoyed at The Marco Polo bar in Punta Prima. The range of music is varied covering 80/90’s pop & rock +. We found most nights live music is available whether 3 or 4 piece bands, acoustic sets or solo performance. Continue reading Music scene -Orihuela Costa