#85 How One Couple Turned Their Holiday Home into a New Life in Spain

Lorraine and her husband William always dreamed of owning a place in the sun.In 2017, they travelled to Benalmádena for the first time and after viewing 20 apartments, they found the one that felt right: a peaceful spot with a small sea view and space for visiting family.For years, their apartment was their getaway from London life. But during the pandemic, unable to travel, they realised just how much Spain meant to them. It was the turning point that led them to retire early, apply for Spain’s non-lucrative visa, and move full-time to the Costa del Sol.In this episode of The Costa Property Podcast, Lorraine shares the real story behind their move, from the paperwork and planning to the friendships, Spanish lessons, and new routines that now fill their days in Benalmadena.You’ll hear:What it’s really like to go from holiday home to full-time life in SpainHow they navigated the visa process after BrexitThe importance of language, community and mindset when settling abroadLorraine's biggest piece of wisdom for those considering the big moveResources Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Keep up to date with our latest video drops!Book your complimentary call: We’ll walk you through the buying process, talk budgets and timelines, and help you identify which area of the Costa del Sol is right for you: https://tinyurl.com/4ff8ndn6Dowload Our Buyers Guide: https://tinyurl.com/3fxmu94cGet on our VIP Day Waitlist: https://tinyurl.com/4pa5maueWant to simply keep in the loop about life in Spain?If you want honest, expert advice about family life, relocating or property on the Costa del Sol, be sure to Follow us on Instagram or visit WL Costa Properties for insights on life in Spain.Related Episodes #78 Brexit, Visas & Red Tape: Is It Still Easy for Brits to Relocate to Spain?#37 The Spanish NIE Number – Why You Need It and How to Get ItEnjoying the Podcast? Leave Us a Review!We know life is busy, but if you’ve been loving the podcast, we’d really appreciate it if you could take just a minute to leave us a review.Tell us:✔️ What’s been your favorite episode?✔️ What’s the most helpful tip you’ve learned?✔️ What do you want to hear more about?Every review helps us reach more people just like you who are dreaming of a new life in Spain. Just head over to Apple Podcasts, hit the rating, and drop us a quick review.