Tourists prefer holiday homes to hotels

Fly to Let holiday owners with properties in Europe could attract more customers looking for ‘healthy’ tourism.

According to the Portuguese National Tourist Office and the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK, health and wellbeing tourism is on the rise and is expected to increase by 5-10 percent by 2015.

At a major conference on the topic held at the beginning of November, Madeira has been highlighted for its potential in this expanding market. The Island has long been known for its excellent year-round weather and the rich natural beauty of the islands flora and fauna, fed by the fertile volcanic soil.

Steve Worboys, Director of Experience International, the overseas property agency, said: “We are finding that people are turning to overseas property instead of hotel stays so that they can enjoy greater flexibility and better value for money accommodation.

Funchal is the prime spot for overseas property buyers; the capital enjoys sunnier and drier weather than the rest of the island and has all the amenities expected in a cosmopolitan city plus the international airport close.

The Azulara Resort, nestled above the city of Funchal, has one, two and three bedroom apartments available and is proving popular with property hunters. Each apartment has panoramic sea views and there is a spa, gymnasium and swimming pools on site at the 5 star resort. Prices range from €251,530 – €429,038.

(source Fly2Let)