Looking Beyond Spain? This Blog Is Worth Bookmarking
Comparing Spain with Portugal, Cyprus, Italy or further afield? Globihome's international property blog is a genuinely useful free resource we recommend for early-stage research.
We spend a lot of time here talking about Marbella. And for good reason: it is one of the best places in the world to buy property if you want sunshine, lifestyle, strong rental demand, and a well-understood legal framework.
But we know not everyone has their heart set on Spain. Maybe you are weighing up a few countries. Maybe you want to compare Portugal with Marbella, or you are curious whether Cyprus or Italy might suit you better. Or maybe a friend just mentioned Albania and you want to know if that is actually a serious option.
If that is you, we want to point you somewhere genuinely useful.
Globihome
Globihome is a team of real estate, marketing, and technology specialists who write in-depth, practical guides to buying property across Europe and beyond. Their blog is one of the better free resources we have come across for international property buyers who want real information, not just glossy brochure content.
They cover countries including:
- Albania
- Bulgaria
- Cyprus
- Greece
- Italy
- Poland
- Portugal
- Spain
- Sweden
- United States
- and more, including markets further afield like Dubai and Zanzibar
Their articles go properly deep. We are talking taxes, buying process step by step, mortgage options for non-residents, what things actually cost to own and run, rental yield estimates, and the kind of practical warnings that only come from people who know the market. The sort of content that answers the questions you would otherwise need a lawyer or an agent just to understand.
Why we are recommending them
We do not have a commercial relationship with Globihome. We are recommending them simply because the content is good and fills a gap.
If you are comparing countries before committing to Spain, reading their guides will give you a proper baseline. It will also, in our experience, often confirm why Marbella stacks up so well: strong legal protections, an established expat community, year-round demand, and a mature property market that other emerging destinations are still building toward.
But we think it is more useful to send you somewhere honest than to pretend the rest of Europe does not exist.
So if you are early in your research and still mapping out your options, their blog is a genuinely good place to spend an hour.
And when you come back to Spain, you know where to find us.
Free for the first 500 - Hurry
Stop managing your purchase from scattered emails.
PlanMarbella walks you through all 15 steps of buying property on the Costa del Sol in order, personalised to your situation. Chat to an AI assistant that understands the local laws, taxes and paperwork. Share your plan with your partner or PA.
Check if it's still free - PlanMarbella.comFrequently Asked Questions
Is Globihome affiliated with PlanMarbella?
No. We have no commercial relationship with Globihome. We recommend their blog because the guides are practical, detailed, and useful for buyers who are still comparing countries before committing to Spain.
Which countries does Globihome cover?
Their blog includes in-depth guides for markets across Europe and beyond, including Albania, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, the United States, Dubai, and Zanzibar, with more added over time.
Should I compare other countries before buying in Marbella?
If you are not yet certain Spain is the right fit, comparing a few markets early on is sensible. Reading independent country guides helps you understand taxes, legal frameworks, and running costs before you commit. Many buyers find the comparison reinforces why Marbella works so well for lifestyle and long-term value.