What is Fractional Ownership ?

Fractional ownership is a concept which is generating lots of interest amongst consumers as they are becoming aware of the multitude of benefits associated with it.  It is important to note that fractional ownership is not the same concept as timeshare, this is a common misconception.

Timeshare is an arrangement where several joint owners have the right to use the property over a time-sharing scheme as a holiday home, whereas fractional ownership is the concept whereby you are purchasing a percentage of actual bricks and mortar. This arrangement then entitles the owners to use the property for a certain number of weeks in the year. Another difference to timeshare is that the fractional owners can transfer, pass the property on in their will, or sell the fraction on.

    There are a few different forms of fractional ownership. The basic form of fractional ownership involves buying a certain percentage of a unit in a fixed location or of a freehold. Different variations of fractional ownership are available for purchase, the typical contracts ranging from 1/13th to 1/4. You may be buying a fraction of a specific unit at a resort, but there are some resorts where you can stay in any available unit of the same size and style. 

    Fractional ownership is a concept which is fast becoming one of the best ways to enjoy your leisure time. However, this concept does not apply to just freeholds and units in a fixed location; there are also possibilities to purchase a fractional ownership in several other areas, such as: aircraft and jets, classic cars, luxury motorhomes, racehorses and many more. 

    For more information on the various types of fractional ownership please visit the Absolute Fractionals website: http://absolutefractionals.com/

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Experience Christmas in Paris Like a Local

Regarded as the most beautiful city in Europe and known as the city of light, Paris is the home of haute couture and the capital of high gastronomy. It is also filled with several must-see places, and is a simply stunning city for Christmas shopping.

The Champs-Élysées is one of the world's most famous streets and host to some of the most lavish houses for sale in Paris. The most expensive property in Paris this year was sold for over 240 million euros. Several of the most famous French monuments are located on this street, including the Arc de Triomphe and the Place de la Concorde.

In the build up to Christmas, the Champs Elysées resembles a fairy-tale, with thousands of sparkling lights and windows complete with Christmas displays. With several apartments for rent in Paris at this time of year, there is no better place to stay.

On the street, the Maison Ladurée, which has mountains of delicious macarons on display, is not to be missed. You can take the opportunity to bring home some of the special Christmas flavored macarons, beautifully wrapped for the perfect gift.

If you are tired from all the Christmas shopping, take a break by trying some mulled wine (vin chaud) and freshly roasted chestnuts, known as “marrons”, at the Christmas market located in the Champs Elysées. To sample a wonderful holiday atmosphere and to get some color on your cheeks, you can even find an outdoor ice-skating rink there.

The best place to escape the cold after a long winter day is in the elegant tearoom of Angelina on Rue de Rivioli, near Place Vendome. Warm yourself up with their renowned hot chocolate with whipped cream on top and their special pastry, the Mont Blanc.

Just a few steps from the Champs Elysées you will find Avenue Montaigne, another street famous for its exclusive houses, sparkling with Christmas decorations. While an average property for sale in Paris goes for an average of 10,000 Euros per square meter, Avenue Montaigne has seen apartments selling at close to 50,000 Euros per square meter.

With a property here, your neighbors will include; Louis Vuitton, Dior, Chanel and Bulgari to name but a few. Another well-known upscale establishment on this street is the Plaza Athénée hotel, which recently celebrated its 100th Anniversary, although it is currently closed due to a substantial make over and expansion.

In the Atrium of Galeries La Fayette on Boulevard Haussmann you will find a grand standing, 20 meter tall Christmas tree and a Christmas decoration overload, which proves that when it comes to Christmas cheer, there really is no better city than Paris.

Merry Christmas et à bientôt!

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Villa Can Carles Still Available to Rent This Summer

For those of you who are still searching for the ultimate villa to rent on Ibiza this summer we believe we have the perfect solution: Villa Can Carles.

This stunning six bedroom villa, a stone’s throw from the village of San Carlos on the north east corner of the island, has recently been completed and offers guests sublime living accommodation in an unforgettable setting.

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Villas in St Tropez

Jetset Agency have got a stunning collection of properties for sale in St Tropez. Perfectly located at the real estate property capital of the French Riviera since 1995, Thierry and his team at Jetset Agency exceed in the search for most unique Saint Tropez real estate. Jetset Agency specialises in private villas in St Tropez and it's adjoining countryside and possess a good reputation for discovering the most unique residences for sale within French Riviera. This goes hand-in-hand along with their portfolio of lavish villas in St Tropez.

Jetset Agency's friendly multi-lingual specialists will continue to work throughout the night to determine the appropriate luxury villa Saint Tropez. Saint Tropez can be an exclusive place and Jetset Agency possess the reputation which lead them to come up with an elite collection of properties for sale in St Tropez.

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Luxury Accommodation in Chamonix

Hip Chalets provides luxury chalets in Chamonix, a ski resort associated with fantastic skiing and awe-inspiring views across the incredible Aiguilles de Chamonix mountain chain and of course the spectacular Mont Blanc.

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