UK skiers and sports lovers now have a new three-times-a-week air service to Salzburg

Enjoy 'the culture' available well away from the overcrowded Algarve in Portugal's Alentejo wine-making region

The world may be getting smaller and UK property buyers more adventurous, but Australia, let alone New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, remains a very, very long way away for a second home. Still, if you can brave the journey and the jet lag, a real treat awaits

A long, thin, mountainous peninsula complete with glorious sandy beaches, Alpine ski resorts and awe-inspiring cities, Italy is a country of enormous geographical contrasts

Despite stiff competition from ever-more far-flung destinations, Spain remains the number-one choice for British property buyers, who are drawn to its great weather, ease of access and a good infrastructure

Family-friendly Austria offers UK investors great value in pretty year-round resorts with skiing, spas and golf

The British once went abroad clutching teabags. Now they buy homes and even drink the water

This stunning coral-island paradise offers good-value homes, as well as attractive tax perks

Annecy is a town that has it all - skiing, water sports and year-round culture

The Vermont village holiday haunt of US Presidents is an all-year-round charmer that gets the UK vote

With its dramatic hillsides, stunningly clear waters and stoney historic towns, Montenegro appeals to both investors and the Med's yachting community

There are smart ways to enjoy a weekend home — in town or country — without the hassle and high costs

The drop in overseas house prices in 2011 has created bargains across Europe and beyond

The Portes du Soleil puts the Swiss and French Alps at your feet

France is the most visited country on the planet, which is why property prices are buoyant despite the taxes

Idyllic Swiss ski lodge for £184,255 with a guaranteed rental income? This is how to enjoy the snow

Overseas cities are becoming a favourite with London second-home buyers who want to enjoy another vibrant lifestyle and a great rental return

With ski apartments available from £100,000, relaxed buying laws and a stable economy, Switzerland is not just for the ultra-rich

Soaring mountains above traditional villages are all part of the appeal of the Gastein Valley

High-end design and natural beauty give this island its enduring appeal