As the weather begins to become less steamy and September leads us towards Autumn in Spain with a fresher feel but, still blue skies and sunshine. The main resorts are less crowded and it’s an ideal time of year for property hunters. If you are thinking of helping them with their search and becoming the go to estate agent in your local community going the extra mile to provide local information about what is happening n the area is a great customer service tool. However, starting completely from scratch can be a difficult process and you can make this easier by becoming a franchisee with the already established name and reputation of Hamiltons of London.
La Merce – Barcelona
For those thinking of setting up their Hamiltons of London Franchise near Barcelona the La Mercè is a street party that your clients will not want to miss. It is held from 23rd to 28th September and is a large street party dedicated to the city’s patron saint. There are over 600 free events during this festival including parades with giant figures, fire runs and human towers, it is a time for the city to really show off it’s Calatan heritage, tradition and art. Just before all this excitement though the city and region celebrate Catalan day on 11th September, an historic event in Barcelona’s history.
Santa Tecla Festival – Tarragona
Another city to celebrate the rich culture of Catalonia is Tarragona, the celebrations are very similar to those held during La Merce but, they are reknowned for their incredibel human towers. The fiesta also includes music, processions and inkeeping with any Spanish party all will enjoy local food and drink
Albacete Fair
Franchisees with Hamiltons of London offices inland will also have plenty of interesting events to tell their clients about including one of Spain’s most popular fairs held in Albacete between 7th and 17th September. It is known for a livley funfair atmosphere, music, concerts food stalls and, like many Spanish festivals, controversial events including bullfighting which some may prefer to avoid so be informed about specific timetables too.
Valladolid
Another inland town that celebrates at this time of year is Vallodolid whose fair celebrates their patron saitn and there is plenty of traditional music and other festivities in the heart of the Castile and Leon region.
Wine Harvest Festivals
September is important throughout Spain for the annual grape harvest and many wine-making regions turn this into a community event and celebration so make sure as a Hamiltons of London Franchise you know what is happening in your area so that you and your clients who are buying and selling properties in Spain can participate and imerse themselves into the community spirit. These events are well-known for grape stomping ceremonies, wine tastings and traditional dancing. Some of the areas which are particularly linked to the harvest festival are:-
Logroño in the Rioja regions centres their harvest to coincide with celebrations of their patron saint, San Mateo and takes place between 20th and 26th September, foot stamped grapes and offering the “first must” freshily pressed grape juice to the Virgen de Valvanera are long-standing traditions and your Hamiltons of London clients can expect to enjoy parades, live music and a traditional Basque ball game tournament “pelota”. It is also the perfect opportunity to enjoy both traditional pintxos paird with the local wines.
Jerez de la Frontera is famous for Sherry production and this is celebrated with the Jerez Grape Harvest Festival from the end of August until mid-September and is a must see for those looking for property to buy in Andalusia with your Hamiltons of London franchise. Together with similar celebrations of the harvest that other areas have here your clients can also enjoy Andalusian traditions including flamenco and horses.
Fiesta de Vendimia de Montilla near Cordoba havests the Pedro Ximenez grape in September and locals and visitors alike can enjoy wine tasting sessions, flamenco performances and the crowning of the Harvest Queen. Travelling north to Catalonia La Vendimia del Cava in the Penedes region where Cava production is central the harvest of Spain’s sparkling wine grapes takes place throughout the month with local wineries participating to offer grape-stomping, vinyard picnics, gourmet brunches and specialised tasting experiences. They offer your Hamiltons of London clients a hands-on experience of the processes taken to produce wine in this region in the setting of the beautiful countryside of Catalonia.
Sales, Spain and September
If you think you might have the customer service and entrepreneurial skills to join the Hamiltons of London family. You can also help others find their dream home for sale in Spain so that you can share your love of your community with others then contact us now for more informaiton about becoming a franchises at franchise@hamiltonsoflondon.net .
