Miro in Mallorca, in the center of Hellenic Cosmos

Works one of the greatest artists of history and pioneers of the hyper-realism, hosts the Greek World. O Miro in Mallorca, the mature period of the engraving is a great artistic event that takes place at the Cultural Center Hellenic Cosmos.
The opening of Miro, the exclusive sponsor of which is the group Alapis, held on 22 February by the Minister of Culture and attended by dozens of prominent business, political and cultural world. The president of the Greek World, Dimitris Efraimoglou, opened the exhibition, which runs until May 30, 2010.
H report contains very important works created by the great artist in his workshop at Mallorca, all new emerging in Athens: original oils and prints of the mature period, showing the vibrant and valuable legacy in modern art. All material from the Foundation Pilar i Joan Miro Mallorca.
More specifically, the report includes: Selected-oil period 1976-1981. Original prints
Els gossos (Dogs). Series Fundació Palma (Palma Foundation). Gens de la mer (Sea People). Photos.

Is the plastic the "home of the future"

A company manufactures homes from 18 tonnes of recycled waste plastics.
About Affresol, in Swansea, has developed a technology to build houses with low carbon plastics and metals.
The company, which is supported by the Welsh government has launched a series of environmentally friendly homes and four tonnes of portable buildings.
Economy Minister Yin Ieouan Jones said the "new sustainable process" had exciting possibilities for the construction and "green jobs."
The company argued that environmentally friendly homes, it could revolutionize the building industry. The company also manufactures portable building units consisting of four tons of recycled waste. The Affresol developed a new material called Thermo Poly Rock from recycled plastics and metals used in construction product.
The company claims that the patent low-energy cooling process, the plastic turns into a very strong building material.
The company estimates that the lives of these houses stand more than 60 years and said that the materials were recycled at the end of this period.

The Greek real estate is recovering

A contrary view to the general global trend experienced in 2009 investment in the Greek property market, according to a report by RICS (Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors).

Investment activity around buildings strengthened to 70% of countries worldwide in the fourth quarter of 2009, following the trend that had emerged at the beginning of the second half of the year.

Countries that were waged by China and Brazil, where 58% and 61% of respondents showing an increase of sales and purchases real estate income, such as office buildings and shops, to the corresponding rates of 29% and 47% last year. As the report of the RICS, the lowest interest rates and higher returns on real estate have led more and more investors back into the market. At the same time encouraging sign is the growth in demand from tenants in a number of areas around the world. This shows, inter alia, in most developing countries, that much of Latin America, Europe and Asia.

The fact is that in most Western European markets, the investment interest was significantly improved in the last quarter of the year, which resulted from the increased number of bids received per property. In this regard, the largest recovery made purchases in the Netherlands and Italy, while in Italy, Switzerland and Cyprus, the trend remained downward. Deterioration continued to record as Bulgaria, Romania, Hungary and Turkey.

Source: http://portal.kathimerini.gr/4dcgi/_w_articles_tile2_8_12/02/2010_323735

New Year Opportunities in the Greek Property Market

New Year New Opportunities

Welcome to our first newsletter for 2010.

So what’s the story so far this year ?

Predictions on Sterling vs the Euro are targeted by reports from the major currency houses to reach 1.20 ( sometime this year, but no one has put a date yet on when this magical figure will be reached ), I have to say we have had a positive opening and we are currently seeing 1.15 so far this month.

What about Property ?

My view for the market is that we will see a steady increase in sales volumes through 2010, so good news for those that are selling their properties.

There is a lot of talk surrounding the Greek economy and the national debt in the international press right now, I have recently visited our offices in Greece and the local real estate market ( greek residential ) remains buoyant and it is anticipated that 2010 will see a significant rise in the International buyers particularly in areas such as Crete, Corfu and Zakynthos.

Easy jet have just announced a number of new routes to Greece in 2010 with prices starting from only 41 GBP further details can be found on www.easyjet.com

Fuerteventura seems to have resolved the issue of the lack of flights over the winter with Ryanair returning to its services for the Island and Easy Jet now running its regular services to Stanstead and other UK airports, in fact I traveled to Stanstead recently with Easyjet and you could not have found a better flight.

Good luck, happy hunting and wherever your search may you find your DREAM HOME we are there to assist you.

If you have a flight only GoldAcre Estates can assist you in finding your perfect accommodation to stay during your search for your Dream Home.


Please remember any comments that you may have on how we can improve our newsletter are always welcome write to me directly john@goldacre-estates.com


John Goldacre

Happy new year 2010!

Happy new year 2010!

A dream city in Greece....

Εvery year in Greece a city in Drama becomes a story. The city is none other as the Oneiroupoli, which every year celebrating.

Indeed, this year organized the birthday party of Oneiroupoli completed six years of operation. It was a spectacular program with incredible surprises for young and old.

The home of Santa Claus, the House of Surprises, the Post Oneiroupolis of the Workshop of Santa Claus, the fairy tally house/ Cinema, children collect rocks, the House of Arktouros and the Atelier of the Elves, you do to feel good for the spirit of Christmas.

For more information visit the following website http://www.oneiroupolh.gr.

Greece “wore” the winter “costume”

Sunshine and low temperatures prevailing in most ski resorts in Greece. The most of the tracks have opened and are ready to welcome their visitors, who are ready to be active in a variety of activities, like skiing, snowboarding and lots of.

Indeed, in normal operation at the Ski Center 3.5 Wells, Kaimaktsalan Pisoderi, Vasilitsa and Shelly, Parnassos and Kalavrita, who have make a different winter picture from that we usually bring to the mind of the most for Greece which is not visit able only during the summer months, but also during the winter.

Greece is rich in natural beauty with the scenery that is breathtaking and waiting to be discovered. A trip at Greece will convince you.

2009/2010 Currency Round-Up from Currencies Direct

Watching the price action between Sterling/Euro over the past few months has been like trying to push a dinosaur uphill - slow and frustrating! However, as we end the year it looks like Sterling has moved away from the threat of parity and should mover higher in 2010 with the potential for a 15 % appreciation against the Euro.

The recent bout of Sterling weakness was partly fuelled by comments from the Bank of England(BoE), underling the fact that a weak currency was crucial if the UK was to not only export its way out of the global economic slump, but it would also make the UK a much more attractive proposition for overseas investors.

A clear sign then from the BoE that a weak pound was of no real concern and something they would not look to prevent. With the UK enjoying extremely flexible labour laws and a fairly resistant consumer, the BoE is looking for the pound to take the “bad medicine “ahead of the Euro and bounce back in 2010.

The data coming out of the euro zone has been patchy to say the least, with the strong data out of Germany and France overshadowing the weak data from the rest of the member states,and following the problems in Greece growth in the euro zone in 2010 could lag behind that of the USA and Japan again a problem weighing on the single currency The ratification of the Lisbon treaty by the Irish has gone mainly unnoticed by the currency markets, as it was seen as a forgone conclusion. Going into 2010 what will be of most interest, is how the different member states handle their economies. It was very easy for the European Central Bank (ECB) to slash rates along with the rest of the world. However, as the global economy starts to gather pace, not all member sates will relish higher interest rates. Ireland, Greece, Portugal and Spain will not welcome higher rates and the Germans, with their huge budget surplus, have stated they will not be prepared to subsidise other member states. It could prove a real test of the “European dream”.

In the current climate, currency markets overreact and that is why a move to parity still cannot be ruled out. However, if the UK economy starts to grow and the ever increasing fiscal debt can continue to be sold into the world markets, then a strong move higher in 2010 will happen . With the threat of a double dip recession upon us, and unemployment continuing to rise in the UK and the Euro Zone, it could be the flexibility and agility of the UK economy against the one size fits all policy of the Euro Zone that sparks this move higher.

2010 will prove to be a real test for Europe as the weaker member states who have mishandled their economies during the good times find the currency markets will be very unforgiving in the bad times

First prize for Achaia

The first prize won the stand of the Local Union of Municipalities and Communities (TEDK) Prefecture of Achaia for the best creation, in the International Exhibition «Polis 2009», which held in the Exhibition Center of Thessaloniki HELEXPO.

The participation of the LUMC Achaia prefecture awarded for integrated functional, aesthetic and impeccable organization of the stand.

The Gregory Alexopoulos welcomed the award of the stand of Maharashtra and noted that the County raised substantially with the participation of the International Exhibition "Polis".

The new leader of New Democracy is Antonis Samaras

Prime Minister George Papandreou (r) greets the new leader of New Democracy, Antonis Samaras, at the latter’s office. The two men, aged 57 and 58 respectively, studied together at Amherst College in Massachusetts in the early 1970s.

Antonis Samaras took over yesterday as the leader of New Democracy from Costas Karamanlis after scoring a clear victory in Sunday’s election, which is seen as a clear mandate for the former finance, foreign and culture minister to begin reshaping the conservative party.

With almost all of the votes counted by last night, Samaras had taken 50.31 percent of the vote, compared to 39.34 for his main rival Dora Bakoyannis and 10.34 for Thessaloniki Prefect Panayiotis Psomiadis.

The Cost Of Living In Greece

The cost of living in Greece is considerable lower than in most other EU countries, but it offers a good standard of living and a wonderful quality of life. Studies indicate that the cost of living in Greece is about 30% lower than Cyprus' and Cyprus' is 30% lower than Spain and Portugal. Over and above the lower cost of living, those who purchase property in Greece will be amazed by how inexpensive houses are. In addition the Greeks have a very low crime rate, low pollution, and plenty of sunshine.

Annual Income

A couple living permently in Greece can expect to require an annual income of around £10,000 (14,000 Euro). Example;

House running costs + food.....................................£4816
Two people eating out twice per week..................£1664
Garden maintenance................................................ £984
Car insurance.......................................................... £310
Petrol 5,000 miles per year at £2.25p per G............ £360
Return trip to the UK................................................£600
Contingency fund.....................................................£1266
Total per year......................................................£10,000

Food Prices
Prices have risen quite steeply since the introduction of the Euro in 2002, but locally grown produce is cheap when in season. Imported and processed foods are often highly priced.

Furniture/Appliances
To give you an idea of the price of furniture and kitchen appliances, here are some examples for a typical starter package;
Electric cooker...............................................£350
Fridge freezer................................................£350
1 x double bed................................................£275
2 x single beds...............................................£350
Dinning table & 4 x chairs............................£350
Three piece suit (1 x sofa 2 armchairs)......£730
Patio furniture (plastic table & 4 chairs.......£90
TOTAL COST..............................................£2586