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Italy is a stunning European country and incredibly popular among holidaymakers and expats alike.It's famous for its mouth-watering cuisine, stunning architecture, gorgeous monuments and chic fashion.But an expat living in the European country warned others not to romanticise it too much, as no place is perfect. According to Valeria, an expat in Italy, the country has its pitfalls.The expat said on her YouTube channel Dramatically Expatic: "When you wake up […]

Tunisia is a popular holiday destination for Britons but they have been given some important travel advice.Holidaymakers are currently being warned that they should be mindful when visiting the North African destination, in the wake of Iranian military activity against Israel.The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office recently updated its Tunisia travel advice: "On April 13, 2024, Iran carried out military action against Israel."Monitor this travel advice and other media as […]

Experts are warning drivers to ensure they plan ahead before the major motorway is closed for only the second time ever next month.The M25, which encircles London, will be shut for a weekend in May as National Highways works to install a new bridge.The motorway will be closed between J9 and J10 from 9pm on Friday, May 10, until 6am on Monday, May 13, with drivers warned that the closure […]

With an attractive cost of living and pleasing climate, it is no surprise Portugal beckons thousands of retirees every year.Terry Coles moved to Portugal from the US, setting up camp in Tavira. As a contributor to the YouTube channel International Living, she shared her thoughts on the best places to live in the country and why expats should avoid Alentejo and Monsato.The country is particularly popular with senior expats due […]

A father-to-be died while on onboard a RyanAir flight following a heart attack while his unsuspecting wife was sat on a different row.Giuseppe Stilo was treated by two medically trained passengers on flight FR8780 from Turin to Lamezia Terme, in Italy on Wednesday.The flight crew tried to save the 33-year-old with a defibrillator as the plane diverted back to Turin.Despite doctors rushing on board with adrenaline, he was pronounced dead […]

Moving to Spain is an enticing concept for Britons for many reasons. The European country has a beautiful climate, gorgeous landscapes, stunning beaches, wonderful cuisine, and is just a short flight away from the UK.However, uprooting your life and relocating to an entirely new place is not always a simple process, and expats make mistakes along the way.According to James Blick, a New Zealand-born expat in Spain from Spain Revealed, […]

Popular holiday destination Lisbon is considering increasing tourist tax by double. This follows the introduction of new fees that will apply in part of the Algarve in Portugal.Tourist taxes must be paid in many holiday destinations and the fee goes towards the maintenance and services of the area. Holidaymakers in Lisbon already pay to visit but local authorities are considering increasing the fee. Lisbon could introduce a tourist tax GETTYMayor […]

A British tourist has drowned after his first swim in the sea at a holiday hotspot.The 55-year-old landed in Mauritius on Sunday and was staying on the west side of the island in the Henessy Park Hotel in Ebène.Local media reports he went to the nearby Flic en Flac lagoon for his first swim and got into difficulty in the water.He was pulled out of the water by a French […]

Most Britons highly recommend moving to Spain because the country offers perks they can't find at home. But like any country, the country has its downside. One expat has shared her first impressions of the laid-back nation after moving to its capital city of Madrid. According to Dani Moves, the siesta culture, late-night culture, and driving limitations were three of the biggest cons she experienced after the move. She spoke […]