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Following the launch of Marbella Exclusive, the new-look website from the Marbella Town Hall to try to bring more tourists to the area, they have announced their new plan to take to the Internet with a Marbella online TV station. Tourists to the area will also be encouraged to post their holiday videos on the YouTube Channel [...more]![]()
The Marbella Town Hall announced last month, that hotel bookings increased by 3.5% in May in the Marbella region a development they described as “very positive”. So far this year our rentals department has seen a 20% rise in holiday bookings and a steady increase in long-term rentals, great news for the company and our owners. If [...more]![]()
The Costa del Sol Hotel Association AHECOS has announced that despite the predictions of less tourism due to the recession, there has actually been 5 per cent more tourists in the first two weeks of July this year than last. This just goes to show that people will still invest in their summer holiday and Southern [...more]![]()
We are thrilled to announce that we have opened a new office is in Girona. HomeCareontheWeb chose the location as it's near to the famous Playa D’Oro and within easy reach of the popular Costa Brava area and Barcelona. Since partnering with Novasol last year we have been planning to expand our property management and rental management services to this [...more]![]()
Today our blog writer interviews Denise Wright, HomeCareontheWeb Client Services Executive, to find out more about how she helps customers every day. Interviewer: “What’s your role?” Denise: “I work with our property management clients to keep them up to date with the status of their properties, whilst ensuring that any problems are dealt with quickly [...more]![]()
We all know the importance of saving energy to do our bit for the planet as well as reduce our energy bills. By using solar energy, you can harness the power of the Spanish sun, generate energy to heat your water and slash your monthly bills. Another great energy-saving option is to upgrade your air-conditioning [...more]![]()
Owners of homes on the Costa del Sol have received a huge boost this month thanks to Michelle Obama. Her visit has caused roads to be improved around the hotel Villa Padierna to the delight on nearby residents and they've even created a small oasis on the beach nearby! More importantly the media spotlight is shining on [...more]![]()
We reported a few weeks ago that Fuengirola is the proud holder of blue flags on all their beaches, which attracts thousands of people each year to this part of Spain. Now we have some more good news for beach lovers! Marbella is also well-known for its many beaches and is working hard to make sure [...more]![]()
After smoking bans were successfully implemented in the UK, Ireland and strict legislation put in place in many other countries in Europe, pressure is growing on Spain to follow suit. The National Smoking Prevention Committee has undertaken a survey which has revealed that over 60% of those surveyed are in favour of implementing a total ban [...more]![]()
In last week's Sunday Times, author Chris Haslam is urging people not to wait any longer and book their holidays now before all the best places are booked. They say that tour operators are relieved to see a late surge in bookings, so people need to get in there quickly to avoid disappointment. Hopefully this [...more]![]()
It may be six years away, but Malaga is taking its place alongside 16 other Spanish cities all trying to win this coveted title. Today, all competing cities must have submitted their entries to the Ministry of Culture and over the summer they will have to work hard to prove that the local inhabitants take an active [...more]![]()
Following a difficult few years for Spain, there are some positive signs at last that things are on the up. Statistics showed that April saw nearly a 17% rise in property sales compared to last year and tourists have started to arrive from all over Europe for the summer season, breathing new life and injecting money into [...more]![]()
If you own an apartment with a terrace, it can be hard to know what to do to make it a useful and beautiful outdoor space. To help you make the most of this space for yourself or for rental guests, authors and gardeners Clodagh and Dick Handscombe have released a new book entitled Apartment [...more]![]()
It's never a pleasant experience to receive a fine for committing a traffic offense, but drivers in Spain, used to have the added complication of how to pay the fine to contend with! Now, all local police cars in Fuengirola are equipped with electronic point of sale terminals so they can take payment by credit or [...more]![]()
Outdoor space is a huge factor that holiday makers consider before choosing where to stay. They want to be able to enjoy the Spanish sunshine as much as possible, so it's not just sun loungers to consider, dining and seating areas are also really important. If you can create a beautiful outside space, this is [...more]![]()
HomeCareontheWeb constantly strives to improve rental occupancy levels for our homeowners. In order to do so, we've partnered with Europe's Number One Holiday Home company Novasol to take advantage of the important short-term rental market. However, we know that the holiday rental market is seasonal and highly competitive, whereas the long-term rental market is steady throughout [...more]![]()
If you own a car in Spain it will need to pass the Spanish equivalent of the MOT, called ITV. New cars must have their ITV four years after purchase and then every two years. Cars older than ten years must have their ITV every year. If you haven't had an ITV before it can be [...more]![]()
Positive signs for Marbella were announced by the councillor for tourism at the end of April, which should please property owners looking to rent their property as well as businesses relying on tourist income. The data revealed a 16 percent increase in tourist numbers recorded in the first quarter of this year (March 2010) compared to the same [...more]![]()
Did you know that half of the littering fines issued in Fuengirola are due to people dumping unwanted furniture in the street? Plus fines can be hefty from 300 to 1,500€! Many people just leave their furniture by the bins and expect it to be picked up, which causes a big problem for the local authorities, [...more]![]()
It's been a cold, wet and windy winter on the Costa del Sol and unfortunately many properties have been damaged by the weather with flooding and damp being the biggest culprits. Please let us know if you have any concerns about property maintenance Costa del Sol and we can inspect your property on your behalf [...more]![]()