Valencia Property Comment: February 2012

Welcome to the ninth issue of Spain is Different. As usual two ways of getting it. You can read the PDF directly on the page here or download it from Dropbox here. (This will mean you can open up links without leaving the page)

So what do we have for you this week?

Zero Budget Zombie Films in Seville
Who filmed what, where in Spain?
The Boss is coming to Las Palmas
Who Should be Considering Buying Spanish Property?
The Police Beating up Kids in Valencia
The Rules of Expat Life
Never Play iSpy With Trilingual Four Year Olds
The Banana Republic
Bullfighting Back on TV
and lots more

Download it and read it over a coffee.

Any comments and more can be directed to me by mail on grahunt@gmail.com.

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Thursday, February 23, 2012

Flo6x8 Barcelona 08.02.12 Esto no es crisis, se llama capitalismo rumba catalana - YouTube

"This isn't a crisis this is capitalism"

Stunning way to demonstrate against the injustices foisted upon people by the banks in Spain. Spain is Different still.

What do you think?

Crisis in Spain, two different faces of Spain within just a few days

I have just been sent a wonderful YouTube film of a demonstration in Barcelona about the crisis in Spain. It is wonderful (breath-taking really) and shows the best side of Spain and the culture of Spain.

The demonstration is set within an office of la Caixa, one of the biggest banks in Spain, and revolves around a by-line stating that ‘it is not a crisis – it is capitalism’.

Do watch the film (it is very short) – and then ask yourself where else in the world could this happen? Wonderful…

http://www.culturespain.com/2012/02/23/crisis-in-spain-two-different-faces-of-spain-within-just-a-few-days/

Tuesday, February 21, 2012

Stupidity, greed or innocence? What do you think?

Another Book Review of Laptop Entrepreneur | Mike's Life

"Laptop Entrepreneur’s tagline is “How to make a living anywhere in the world,” and it brings together the experience of the authors, Nick Snelling and Graham Hunt, and several of their contacts, who do just that – earn a living with nothing more than a laptop computer as their tool"

Sunday, February 19, 2012

The Latest Spain is Different – Issue 8

Spain continues to be different of course even after eight weeks of telling you about it. So here is issue number eight of Spain is Different which again has the interview giveaways but also includes the following: A Marc Chagall exhibition in Madrid Why @tombcn still loves Spain despite everything The Mayoress facing calls to resign for being nice

Saturday, February 18, 2012

Holidays in Spain and the top four tourist attractions in Spain!

I was surprised by the number one spot in Spain's tourist attractions, will you be?

So, what are the top four tourist attractions in Spain – the ones that have the most visitors per year? Well, as of 2011, they were:

1. The City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia (3.7 million visitors).

2. The Sagrada Familia in Barcelona (3.2 million visitors).

3. The Prado in Madrid (2.9 million visitors).

4. The Alhambra in Granada (2.3 million visitors).

What a terrific cross-section of the old and new, dispersed right across Spain!

In fact, I think anyone who knows Spain well would probably have had all the above four placed on their list of ‘must-see’ Spanish cultural attractions, albeit possibly in a different order. Certainly, all are quite incredible and each and every one justifies a visit.

Living in Valencia, I was gratified to see the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia on the list and delighted to see that it made top place. It is extraordinary and visually quite stunning. Santiago Calatrava had an astonishing vision and it says much for the confidence of Valencia that the city embarked upon this massive, revitalisation project – let alone executed it.

Read the rest of this entry HERE

http://www.culturespain.com/2012/02/18/holidays-in-spain-and-the-top-four-tourist-attractions-in-spain/

Friday, February 17, 2012

The Spanish Property Pinterest Board. You got one you want on here?

If you have a property you would like to be included on the Spanish Property Pinterest board just send me a message and some photos and I will get it up here for you, (if it's good).

http://pinterest.com/grahunt/spanish-property/

Central And Good Value Valencia Flat For Sale

If you are looking for a decent city centre project in Valencia that has potential to rent out at a good rate after changing a few things at a very good price then this apartment may fit the bill. It isn't the most elegant building but the location is excellent and the price per square metre is well below comparable properties in the area. Might be interested in a sneaky lower offer too, you never know.

Take a look and get in touch if you feel that it may suit your needs.

http://www.valencia-property.com/valencia-city/central-and-good-value-valencia-flat-203.php

Yesterday I was taking a look at another attic flat on Calle Cabelleros and it was a total mess as the owner is doing it up. However it has great potential and has been reduced in price greatly. By next week i should have some decent photos because he might well have finished cleaning and adding a second bedroom. Keep in touch because flats with outside space like this in the centre of Valencia don't come up that often at this price.

Thursday, February 16, 2012

My Appearance on Talk Radio Europe | Houses for Sale in Spain

Hi There

I was interviewed this morning on Talk Radio Europe about Valencia and what I do with my websites and selling property. Have a listen at the following link. It's just over ten minutes about what I do, why I do it and how that can help you.

http://www.houses-for-sale-in-spain.net/social-media/valencia-property-on-twitter/appearance-on-talk-radio-europe

If you want to go direct to the page of the interview then go to http://www.houses-for-sale-in-spain.net/TREurope

Thursday, February 09, 2012

Fantastic Property in La Pobla De Vallbona Reduced By 30,000 Euros

This excellent property in La Pobla De Vallbona has been reduced by 30,000 Euros today by the owners wanting a quick sale. There has been plenty of interest at the previous price of 250k so now at 220k I expect even more. Five bedrooms, two bathrooms and a lovely outside space with pool just a couple of minutes away from Betera, La Pobla and la Eliana on a well looked after estate with all facilities.

Contact information@valencia-property.com for viewing

http://www.valencia-property.com/la-pobla-de-vallbona/fantastic-property-in-la-pobla-de-vallbona-22.php

Wednesday, February 08, 2012

The Laptop Entrepreneur and The Crisis | Entrepreneur Solo

So maybe you want to start up a business but don't know how? You want to make your current business work better for you using online tools? You want an option B and maybe up to an option Z? Maybe you just want something different and to not spend your evenings watching mindless TV, something more challenging perhaps. You need to read this if so. Give yourself a new road to wander.

http://www.entrepreneursolo.com/recommended-products/the-laptop-entrepreneur-and-the-crisis

City of the Future. How Estate Agents in Valencia are Getting Results

Interesting concept of presentation of this article taken from Easyjet's magazine about how yours truly is working online to attract clients to Valencia Property.

Take a look and tell me what you think about the vision of Valencia and internet marketing for estate agents that is presented in it.

http://www.digi-flips.com/digiflips/wn/mkt/a3846722/digi-flipbook.html

Jason Webster "Or The Bull Kills You" Interview - YouTube

An interview with Jason Webster about his new novel "Or the Bull Kills You". Jason writes about Spain and Spanish life for many publications and obviously he writes his own novels. He was kind enough to mention me and my work in an article on Easyjet Magazine which you can see here too (Unfortunately the link needs registration for some reason. The article is on Page 94 of the magazine once registered)

I have also interviewed Jason and you can find it here

<div class="ab-player" data-boourl="http://audioboo.fm/boos/442828-quick-interview-with-author-jason-webster/embed">listen to ‘Quick interview with author Jason Webster’ on Audioboo</div>

Sunday, February 05, 2012

Spain Images on Pinterest

I have signed up to Pinterest and on there I am posting photos from Spain here.

You can also take a look at the Spanish Property board here

If you are not using Pinterest then take a look. You can create boards about stuff that you may like. A quick tip, you can also use it for your partner or family as a "This is what I want for my birthday" board ;-)

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Spain Images on Pinterest

I have signed up to Pinterest and on there I am posting photos from Spain here.

You can also take a look at the Spanish Property board here

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Spain Images on Pinterest

I have signed up to Pinterest and on there I am posting photos from Spain here.

You can also take a look at the Spanish Property board here

</div><div style='float: left; padding-top: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px;'><p style='font-size: 10px; color: #76838b;'>Source: Uploaded by user via Graham on Pinterest</p>

Spain Images on Pinterest

I have signed up to Pinterest and on there I am posting photos from Spain here.

You can also take a look at the Spanish Property board here

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Friday, February 03, 2012

Spain is Different Issue Six. Loads of interesting news about Spain out now #Spain

Well it is prepared and ready. Issue six of Spain is Different is out now. So if you want stories of Spanish technological innovation (Yes, it exists), a dash of corruption, ideas for days out in Castellón and Valencia, a post from last year called Spain is..., the reactions to last week's editorial and a whole heap more, just take a look now. We also have a competition in this issue to win a signed copy of "Laptop Entrepreneur" All you have to do is share and comment. You can find Spain is Different Issue Six here.

Remember too if you want to highlight a story for the next issue or even contribute something then get in touch and tell me about it on grahunt@gmail.com

Wednesday, February 01, 2012

Beautiful Rental Apartment Right in the Heart of Valencia

If you are visiting Valencia for a few days or even a week or two then bear in mind that you want to be on top of everything and this apartment for rent in Valencia may well suit you very well. A two bedroom flat with extra couch bed it will sleep up to 6 people in comfort. It is a third floor flat without lift overlooking the Calle San Vicente between the Plaza del Ayuntamiento and the Plaza de la Reina. Loads of bars and restaurants to hand and an excellent kitchen if you want to cook for yourself too.