Romania and Bulgaria join the European Union

Blue-and-gold EU flags fluttered and fireworks went off through the dark Romanian and Bulgarian skies as the two Balkan nations became the latest countries to join the European Union. Both Balkan countries bring 30 million new members to the union and also expands the number of member nations in the bloc to 27.

Romanian President Traian Basescu feels joyful about this historical moment. “It was hard, but we arrived at the end of the road. It is the road of our future. It is the road of our joy,” he says as he is cheered on by crowd of revelers packed into the University Square.

According to Basecu, the membership into the EU will assure peace and prosperity. “This is an enormous chance for new generations,” Basescu adds. He also hopes Romanians would retain their national identity.

Posted on: Bulgaria

December 9, 2006

The wonders of Portugal

Portugal is beginning to rival Spain and other countries in the eastern hemisphere of Europe, as it has beautiful beaches and warm weather to boast off, particularly in the Algarve. Security and environmental observance are strictly observed and implemented for people’s welfare.

Unlike Spain, where there is a saturation of the market, Portugal has managed to maintain its exotic beauty. Portugal property developers have realized that they have to plan construction well and avoid too much commercialization of Portugal’s environment.

Transportation is accessible and affordable. Flights bound for and from Portugal are available for as low as 150 pounds. Inside Portugal, traveling via land is easy as the motorways are connected to large and key cities.

Posted on: Portugal

Portugal – beautiful beaches and wonderful weather

Portugal has been popular for foreign property investors for a number of years. Its most popular place the Algarve is known for its mile-long beautiful beaches and hot weather. It is an excellent place to invest as well since property prices are still strong. However taking more of a risk in a less developed area may produce better returns.

Portugal is popular for its excellent transport links to the rest of Europe – prices of return flights range for as little as £150. The transport infrastructure in the country itself is good, and is still being improved, with motorways joining the larger cities making travel cheap and easy. Portugal has a similar sort of climate to Spain however it is seen as the more exotic location. There is also less overdevelopment, which has been seen in Spain, and developers and planners have taken more care to ensure that the beauty of the country is not spoilt by all the mushrooming commercial properties.

Posted on: Portugal

November 30, 2006

Overseas property in winter resorts: France

Those who don’t like to take property investment risks might want to consider France if they’re on the lookout for ski properties. The eastern-most part of the French Alps is home to some of the most popular ski destinations in Europe like Méribel, Chamonix and Courchevel. The breathtaking scenery and jet set lifestyle makes the French Alps a dream destination.

“France is easy to access from the UK and you can choose how you want to travel and whether you take your car or not. You can choose to go by train, ferry or plane,” claims Dario Nabavian, the director of international marketing at Pierre & Vacances Property Investments. According to Nabavian, the snow in the French Alps is guaranteed. “There is over 600 kilometres of pistes linking Courchevel, Méribel, Les Ménuires and Val Thorens, 335 downhill ski slopes and 119 kilometres of cross country skiing.”

Posted on: France

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