I prefer a lap hoop to a floor hoop -- more portable, and it still leaves both hands free for the quilting. Here is a link to my favorite hoop, and this company does ship internationally. It has great fabrics too!
http://www.keepsakequilting.com/prod...APTOP-HOOP.htm
One hint for a newbie: don't buy a hand quilting hoop that is very large. Your arm gets tired trying to reach across. A medium sized hoop is better.