It seems that solar power is finally registered on the US property radar, with the announcement of a further 12 new “solar cities” to bring the total of official Solar America Cities located throughout the USA up to 25.

While the total figure is largely irrelevant in the overall picture of the US, it does offer an interesting option for those looking seeking US property markets set for future growth as these 25 cities are set to receive additional funding to achieve their solar goals and a greater profile within the market place if all goes to plan.

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Medical tourism is a market which has experienced something of a growth spurt over the last few years, but it is an area which is fast becoming the only viable option for more and more people. As the time and costs of medical treatments in places such as the UK, US and much of western Europe continue to rise, increasing numbers of people are looking towards overseas treatment which can bring substantial cost savings even after taking travel and accommodation into account. Medical tourism destinations have emerged from all over the globe.

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As the worldwide economy continues to fall back in light of the ongoing credit crunch and higher cost of oil, it seems as though the party is still continuing in Brazil. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised 2008 growth forecasts for the Brazilian economy from 4.5% to 4.8%, which is no mean feat in the current economic climate!

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When in Rome do as the Romans do – well this seems to have been taken quite literally with more and more UK holidaymakers being attracted by the local cuisine of a growing number of countries around the world!
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While relations between Greece and Turkey have not always been as amicable as they could be, it seems that these two tourism forces may now be working together for good. The Turkish resort of Bodrum is an area which is attracting the attention of more tourists and overseas property buyers, and while there are ferry services to the neighbouring Greek islands of Kalymnos, Kos and Rhodes the island of Samos is set to be added to the list and is also becoming an overseas property hotspot in its own right.

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Tanger Boulevard is a milestone, an exciting mixed-use city project designed to transform the North African city of Tangier into cosmopolitan hub to rival those of the West. As a key part of King Mohammed’s Plan Azure Vision 2010, he decided to make Tangier city, one of the main focal points of his plan for a 21st-century Morocco. An investment in Tanger Boulevard development is an investment in the future vision of Morocco.

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Leading property investment company, Obelisk International, is proud to launch Obelisk Interiors, a new furniture & interior design company based in Spain.

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The ‘berth’ of the marina resorts, it seems, is upon us with more and more countries embracing their surrounding oceans and integrating them into their tourist offering. The growth in popularity of nautical leisure pursuits is apparent with rising numbers of cruise passengers and with the advent of the mega-yacht phenomena, many coastal regions of the world are racing to build high quality marina berths to attract the money, create the glamour and appeal to the massive number of sailing tourists.

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