A New Life In The Sun: Where Are They Now?
A New Life In The Sun: Where Are They Now? is a lifestyle program on Channel 4. We revisit the Brits who've swapped the UK for new ventures in Europe... are they living their dream? The program has been available since 2024. A total of 49 episodes have been broadcast, most recently in October 2025.
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...Are They Now?: A Sussex couple try to solve a staffing crisis at their bar in Alicante. And in France, can two busy holiday hosts resolve a difference of opinion? (S3 Ep6/10)
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1:05:00...Are They Now?: We revisit a Spanish riding centre whose owners struggled to break even in their first season. And did running a busy bar take its toll on a Lancashire couple? (S3 Ep5/10)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: We revisit a Spanish cycling company that's been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. And was a challenging season too much for the owners of a cave house B&B? (S3 Ep4/10)
1:05:00...Are They Now?: We revisit a campsite in France as the owners cook up an idea to boost income. After a tough first year, did a pair of gîte owners make it to a second season? (S3 Ep3/10)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: We revisit a couple in France as they take their painting holiday business in a new direction. And is expansion on the cards for a bike hire business in Spain? (S3 Ep2/10)
1:05:00...Are They Now?: We revisit a luxury B&B in Spain as its owners launch a new sideline. And can an enterprising couple keep their paddleboard business afloat? (S3 Ep1/10)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: In Andalucía, Michael and Shaun host their first wedding. Jane and Walter face difficult decisions over their Italian B&B's future. (S6 Ep11/15)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: Do a couple have what it takes to start hosting weddings at their 18th-century manor house? And the future of a glamping site in Spain is at risk of wildfires. (S5 Ep3)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: In France, craft brewery owners Simon and Rebecca sink their savings into a new taproom. Can Natasha and Giles keep their Spanish restaurant-bar afloat? (S6 Ep10/15)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: In Portugal, holiday hosts set themselves a new challenge. In Spain, a former café owner works out her next move as she fights to keep her Spanish dream alive. (S5 Ep2)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: There's a change in direction for Andy and Jules's Spanish cycle adventure business. On the Costa Cálida, mini golf course owner Ian launches a new tournament. (S6 Ep9/15)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: We catch up with expats chasing their dream lives abroad. The owners of a Spanish hotel feel financial pressures, and did a barman's business survive Covid? (S5 Ep1)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: In France, Nadine and Simon cook up new ideas to expand their glamping business. In Spain, Joel and Cori launch a brand-new venture. (S6 Ep8/15)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: Will Rob and Steve's new events pay off at their French vineyard? There's a shock departure at Gary and Lynne's padel tennis club. (S6 Ep7/15)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: Gîte owners Mark and Lesley take flight with a new idea over a Normandy beach. Fitness instructor Ali sets sail on a new adventure. (S6 Ep6/15)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: In Italy, will Kevin and Laura finish their renovations before guests arrive? And can Vicky and Aurelian rise to the challenge as they open a bakery in France? (S6 Ep5/15)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: Brian and Paula are on the move after closing their eatery in France. And have Louisa's guesthouse fortunes changed in Spain? (S6 Ep4/15)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: After finishing their gîte renovation, Kimmie and Matt hope for a busy summer of bookings. And can Mike and Craig's café take the heat of a second season? (S6 Ep3/15)
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1:00:00...Are They Now?: In Almería, boutique hotelier Ellie has big expansion plans. In France, will wedding venue operators Lauren and James cope with their biggest season? (S7 Ep15)
1:00:00...Are They Now?: Things are hotting up for Steve and Martin's Andalucían B&B and tearoom. In France, can gîte owners Lynn and Brian turn it around to keep their dream alive? (S7 Ep14)