Greek island becomes most searched overseas destination – thanks to Alan Carr and Amanda Holden
Corfu is Rightmove’s most searched overseas destination thanks to BBC series Amanda and Alan’s Greek Business.
There was a significant increase in interest in searches for the Greek island following the programme, in which close friends Amanda Holden and Alan Carr began property renovations.
Online queries for Corfu rose 173% in January compared to the previous year, surpassing traditional hotspots such as Dubai, Costa Del Sol and the Algarve.
Rightmove said it had previously noted a similar trend in searches in Spain and attributed this to popularity. Amanda and Alan’s Spanish Business.
Holidaymakers can now book a Spanish villa renovated by Carr and Holden; prices range from €225 (£196) per night in high season from May to October to €195 (£170) per night in winter.
Rightmove property expert Colleen Babcock said: “Time and again we see curious house hunters flocking to view properties for sale in places they have seen on TV or in movies.”
Comedian Carr recently won Famous TraitorsIt will appear with a dramatic finale, and according to reports, Holden may appear in the next series.
54 year old Britain’s Got Talent The judge is reportedly considering joining the reality TV game show, hoping to raise a significant sum for the charity of his choice.
However, following in his close friend’s footsteps may be difficult due to his busy schedule.
A source told Sun: “Shots Famous Traitors It also takes place in the Scottish Highlands BGT The semi-finals are being filmed live in London on Saturday night.
“It’s not impossible for him to be given some time off, but that’s not the only job he’ll have to juggle. “He’s got potentially more schedules, with the Heart Breakfast radio show as well as Alan and the Beeb quiz show. Inner Circle.”
“But if he can make it all work, it’s something he would really love to do,” they added.
