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House Hunters International
Season 11 • Episode 14 • The Fast Paced Apartment Market of Abu Dhabi
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House Hunters International Season 11, Episode 14: The Fast Paced Apartment Market of Abu Dhabi
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Derrick and Shannon Nelson of Vancouver Island, British Columbia didn't want to jump too quickly into home ownership. Although their rental apartment has lots of nice features, they have already outgrown the small space and have decided to look for a home to buy. They hope to find an open kitchen in a home that is surrounded by nature, so they can wake up every morning to great views of the mountains.
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Real Estate Consultant Ina Hapke Shows her Dear Friends Patrick and Diane Beach Getaways in the Dominican Republic
Vandna Patel and Debbie Elvy are happy living in their home in Surrey, 15 miles outside of London. However, they long for better weather. Debbie has finally convinced Vandna to look for a vacation home, and they've agreed that the island of Cyprus has the weather and the lifestyle they are looking for. As they search in the city of Larnaca, they are looking for a true getaway with beautiful swimming pools, landscaped gardens and low maintenance.
23 min
Hidden Harbor Vacation Homes
Ex-pats from Kirkland, Washington, Carolyn and Bob McConnell have lived and worked in Europe for the past six years. They've now decided that they want to live half of the year in the States, and the other half in Italy. Through their travels, they fell in love with the region of Umbria, about two hours north of Rome, and they are looking forward to the warm, sunny climate and relaxed lifestyle of the area.
23 min
A Couple Want to Escape the Brutal Canadian Winters and Buy a Vacation Cabin on the Placencia Peninsula in Belize
Roslyn Sportelli is a spunky young woman who has lived in Brisbane, Australia for all of her 25 years. Currently living with her parents, she's excited to leave the nest and find a new home, along with two of her best friends. Since Roslyn's mother, Nerina, has worked in real estate for more than 20 years, she plans to help them find a home with enough space and parking for all of them.
23 min
A Search for a Multi-Million Dollar Vacation Property in St. John
Mark and Tara Howard are both from New York, but they've lived in the Cleveland area for the last 12 years, along with their daughters Halle and Amanda. Their large house has everything the could want, except for one thing: the ocean. That's why the Howards are looking for a vacation home in beautiful Aruba. They want to be as close to the water as possible, but their budget might be an obstacle, so they're willing to look in some of the less popular areas in hopes of making their dreams of waterfront living a reality.
23 min
A Miami Real Estate Broker is Relocating to the Dominican Republic
Retired schoolteachers Simon and Maria Jenkins of Canterbury, England have always loved vacationing in France's southern region of Languedoc-Roussillon. However, part-time holidays to this sunny, wine-growing region are no longer enough, as they are ready to relocate to France permanently. Their goal is to find an idyllic country home that's large enough to accommodate their artistic pursuits as well as regular visits from their four grown children.
23 min
Evan and Maria-Isabel Set Out to a Find Home in Historic Granada, Nicaragua That is Both Relaxing, and Convenient to the Restaurant They Own
Cousins look for a two-bedroom vacation condo in Belize. Their budget is $300,000, and they'd like a move-in ready place that's close to the water.
23 min
Two Cousins Search for a Shared Vacation Condo in Belize, and Check in With Their Wife and Girlfriend Via I-Chat for Their Feedback After Each Tour
23 min
Les and Anita are Looking for a Vacation Home on Roatan Island in Honduras to Escape Vancouver Island's Cold Winters
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The Fast Paced Apartment Market of Abu Dhabi
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Traditional English Cottages in Oxfordshire England
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Hunting for Apartments in the Paris of the South
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Country Homes Outside Prague Czech Republic
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Chen is Ready To Move Out of her Mom's Place and Buy Her Very First Home in Tel Aviv
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Costa Rica Beach Home Search
23 min
From the Pacific Coast to the Amalfi Coast
23 min
A House For Five In Switzerland
23 min
Michiganians In Paris
23 min
Teri McKenna Has Lived and Worked on her Boat in St. Thomas for a Year, and She's Ready Now to Try Life on Solid Ground
23 min
California Surfer Couple Looks for a Beach Side Vacation Home in Nicaragua
23 min
Jon and Reeva Hope to Find a Spacious, Historic Home on the Island of Sicily for Their Growing Family
23 min
A New Jersey Couple Wants to Buy a Second Home in Puerto Rico, But She Wants Luxury and He is Concerned About the Bottom Line
23 min
Chris and Brenda Have a Hard Time Choosing Between Three Gorgeous Homes in San Juan del Sur on the Nicaraguan Coast
23 min
Cruise Ship Employees Want a Condo on Dry Land and Have Chosen the Caribbean Island of St. Maarten
23 min
Busy Working Parents Search for Costa Rican Retreat
23 min
Bostjan and Anja Want to Move Out of their Tiny Home in Slovenia and Find a Larger Place on the Nearby Croatian Coast
23 min
Alex and Her Husband Will Want to Escape the Dreary Weather in England By Buying a Vacation Home in the Abruzzo Region of Italy
23 min
Couple Searches for Ecuador Getaway
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A Family from Ireland looks for a Vacation Home in Calabria, Italy
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A Canadian Couple Searches for a Vacation Home in the Dominican Republic
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Stockholm Search
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Nikolaus' Job has him Moving to a New Country Every Few Years, and Now He's Eager to Put Down Roots by Buying a Vacation Home in Friendly Croatia
23 min
Single Costa Rican Mom Wants a Fresh Start With a Brand New Condo on the Beach
23 min
Period Properties in Buckinghamshire, England
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Spacious Apartments in Amsterdam
23 min
Second Home in Slovenia
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Urban Homes in Bangalore, India
23 min
Sunny Side Down: A proper sunroom renovation
23 min
Rural Living in South France
23 min
Modern Homes in Odense, Denmark
23 min
House Hunting in the Mumbai Metropolis
23 min
Rural Homes in Krakow, Poland
23 min
Vienna Apartments on a Budget
23 min
In Search of Adventure in Ulan Bator, Mongolia
23 min
Bourgeois Studios in Montmartre, Paris
23 min
Empty-Nesters Hope to Find a Vacation Home on the Costa Rican Coast that will Bring the Whole Family Together Again
23 min
Setting Sail to Amsterdam, Holland
23 min
Traditional versus Modern Homes in Shanghai, China
23 min
Risking It All in The Republic of Singapore
23 min
Buying in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
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Relocating to Ronda, Spain
For UK native Nick, life in England has run its course so he's looking to rev up a little spark in romantic Ronda, Spain, where his parents own a nearby hotel and his girlfriend Pilar awaits. Nick and his new lady want to buy a love nest in Ronda Spain, but when the hunt begins they uncover a difference of opinion. She wants traditional - and she wants it right now. He wants a rustic modern mix - and he wants to take his time to find it. And with space in the center of Ronda at a premium, neither are prepared for the sacrafices they might have to make. Real Estate Agent Thom Pearson guides them through the cobblestone streets of Ronda, and even shows them what their $270,000 budget can buy outside of town. But in this birthplace of modern bullfighting, will the divide between Nick and Pilar be too big to conquer? Find out when House Hunters journeys to breathtaking Ronda, Spain.
23 min
Apartment Living in Amman
Being a career photographer in Portland, Oregon can be a tough gig. But a trip to Amman, Jordan offered Brian a glimmer of hope for making photography his full-time career. And for girlfriend Julie, Brian thought a warmer Middle-Eastern climate could do her some good. Giving up their beloved river home will be bittersweet, but with local real estate agent Hazem Ghaith leading the charge, hopefully Brian and Julie will find a modern Jordanian home with extra space for Brian's photography gear. Tune in when House Hunters International goes apartment shopping in ancient Amman, Jordan.
23 min
Moving for love to Nuremberg, Germany
Brooklynite Kim never expected to live abroad. But after falling in love with German native Wolfgang, Kim follows him and her heart to Nuremberg Germany. Leaving her family and friends behind will be tougher than she thought and Kim will struggle with language and the realities of apts in Germany. But this newly engaged couple has high hopes and after living apart for months is anxious to be reunited and find a home they can share. Kim is enchanted by Nuremberg's old world charm and dreams of living near a castle.. Pragmatic Wolfgang wants modern conveniences. Realtor Stefan Brunner opens their eyes to purchasing in the German real estate market. Are Kim's expectations too high and will this International couple find a rental that will meet her dreams of a fairytale home? Find out when House Hunters journeys to the medieval city of Nuremberg Germany.
23 min
Glasgow Scotland is Where the Heart Is
Marianne and Vedran Marjanovic fell in love in Bermuda. But with daughter Nina on the way, this expensive paradise couldn't last forever, so they decided to move back to Marianne's hometown of Glasgow, Scotland to fulfill their dream of owning property. Her mum lives in nearby Hamilton and is thrilled to have them home, but isn't keen on their wish to live an hour away in the lively West End neighborhood. When Real Estate Agent Iain Williamson informs them their $200,000 dollar budget might not be enough for the West End, the couple begins to seriously consider the suburbs. Once they see what their money can buy outside Glasgow, will this young couple head for the hills? Find out when House Hunters heads to Scotland.
23 min
Taking off to Torino, Italy
Park City native Chelsea Christensen fell in love with a dashing Italian ski instructor named Pier. When his family business in Torino came calling, he asked her to move with him. and of couse, she said yes. But this move isn't just for love. In fashion forward Italy, Chelsea plans to open a online vintage clothing business. When she arrives, she's shocked to find that the cars go fast and the living is cramped. And the housing prices? Very high. Finding space for just her and Pier will be tough, but when you throw in her clothing business, things get interesting in this ancient city. Even Pier is shocked at the slanted ceilings, tiny bedrooms, and expensive prices his native city has to offer. Real Estate Agent Simone Sambin has the tough task of sorting through Torino's unique apartments to find a space in the middle of everything that fits Chelsea's wish for space and Pier's wish for parking...all at $740,000 budget.
23 min
Apartment Hunting in Central Rome
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An Oklahoma City Couple Looks for a Vacation Home in Panama
23 min
A Country Villa in Malta
George Galea is no stranger to house-hunting. Over the past 10 years, he's worked as a housing developer throughout Malta. As much as he loves exploring new places, on a personal level, he's ready to move for the last time and settle down. He's ready to trade in the perks of city living for a villa in the country that will give him the space and peace that he so desperately craves. However, he finds that despite his healthy budget, there's a small number of available villas that have both large gardens and pools.
23 min
Londoners Seek a More Leisurely Life in France
Stephanie and Charlie May have lived in the fast lane in London for four years. Now, they yearn to slow down and spend more time with their two-year-old son Finn. They've begun a search for a home in the Jarnac region of France, which has everything they are looking for ? good schools, beautiful landscapes, great food and a relaxed pace of life.
23 min
Vancouver Island Vibe
Derrick and Shannon Nelson of Vancouver Island, British Columbia didn't want to jump too quickly into home ownership. Although their rental apartment has lots of nice features, they have already outgrown the small space and have decided to look for a home to buy. They hope to find an open kitchen in a home that is surrounded by nature, so they can wake up every morning to great views of the mountains.
23 min
Paradise in Cyprus
Vandna Patel and Debbie Elvy are happy living in their home in Surrey, 15 miles outside of London. However, they long for better weather. Debbie has finally convinced Vandna to look for a vacation home, and they've agreed that the island of Cyprus has the weather and the lifestyle they are looking for. As they search in the city of Larnaca, they are looking for a true getaway with beautiful swimming pools, landscaped gardens and low maintenance.
23 min
Two Lives in Umbria
Ex-pats from Kirkland, Washington, Carolyn and Bob McConnell have lived and worked in Europe for the past six years. They've now decided that they want to live half of the year in the States, and the other half in Italy. Through their travels, they fell in love with the region of Umbria, about two hours north of Rome, and they are looking forward to the warm, sunny climate and relaxed lifestyle of the area.
23 min
BFFs in Brisbane
Roslyn Sportelli is a spunky young woman who has lived in Brisbane, Australia for all of her 25 years. Currently living with her parents, she's excited to leave the nest and find a new home, along with two of her best friends. Since Roslyn's mother, Nerina, has worked in real estate for more than 20 years, she plans to help them find a home with enough space and parking for all of them.
23 min
Aiming for Aruba
Mark and Tara Howard are both from New York, but they've lived in the Cleveland area for the last 12 years, along with their daughters Halle and Amanda. Their large house has everything the could want, except for one thing: the ocean. That's why the Howards are looking for a vacation home in beautiful Aruba. They want to be as close to the water as possible, but their budget might be an obstacle, so they're willing to look in some of the less popular areas in hopes of making their dreams of waterfront living a reality.
23 min
French Country Fantasy
Retired schoolteachers Simon and Maria Jenkins of Canterbury, England have always loved vacationing in France's southern region of Languedoc-Roussillon. However, part-time holidays to this sunny, wine-growing region are no longer enough, as they are ready to relocate to France permanently. Their goal is to find an idyllic country home that's large enough to accommodate their artistic pursuits as well as regular visits from their four grown children.
23 min
Two Cousins Search for a Shared Vacation Condo...
Cousins look for a two-bedroom vacation condo in Belize. Their budget is $300,000, and they'd like a move-in ready place that's close to the water.
23 min