Before they met, John and Liz had visited Gran Canaria separately for many years. Five years ago, they were introduced to each other in the town of Puerto Rico. Now, with retirement on the horizon, they wish to settle down to life in a new holiday home that one day could become their permanent home. Ben Hillman tracks down five properties within their budget of £140,000, hoping that at least one will find favour with the couple.

Danni Menzies is with house-hunter Marion in the coastal region of Puglia in the south of Italy, helping her buy a holiday home she can enjoy with her daughter, friends and family.