The rise of fully staffed luxury villas
Privacy has always been the defining appeal of a private villa. The ability to close a gate behind you,…
The most sought-after destinations for your 2026 luxury villa holiday
There is something genuinely pleasurable about planning a trip well in advance. The anticipation builds slowly and satisfyingly —…
Luxury villa stays versus luxury hotels: A value comparison
With the boom in popularity for the short-term rental market, the debate stands: should you choose a villa rental…
How to secure the best waterfront views in Mykonos
Treat yourself to the Mykonos waterfront view experience: illuminated sunrises, seductive sunsets, and captivating views of nearby Greek isles….
Review: Catgill Farm Glamping, Bolton Abbey, UK
The story of Catgill is one of profound diversification and family legacy. Since 2014, husband-and-wife team Oliver and Cat…
Solar eclipse triggers surge in Mallorca’s luxury villa market
All eyes are on the Balearic Islands this summer for a solar event that only happens once every 400…
Why 2026 marks the definitive pivot from luxury hotels to private villas
The landscape of high-end travel is undergoing a quiet but profound transformation. For decades, the five-star hotel served as…
Review: Pink Door Franschhoek, Winelands, South Africa
In the heart of Franschhoek, widely recognised as South Africa’s gastronomic capital, Pink Door Franschhoek by the Oyster Collection stands as…
Review: Wressle Grange Farmhouse, East Riding of Yorkshire, UK
Finding good-quality holiday accommodation for a large gathering is charming in theory, but logistically fraught in practice. Throw in…
Review: Angel Pools Villa, Kastro, Kefalonia, Greece
The sixth largest island in Greece, and the biggest in the Ionian, Kefalonia has the drama of Corfu’s cliffs,…
Booking vacation rentals directly with owners to save on additional fees
In my last post, I talked about the merits of booking vacation rentals directly versus via a third party…
Booking vacation rentals directly with the owner versus via a third party website
Owners of vacation rental accommodation (or self-catering accommodation as it’s more commonly known in the UK and some other…
Review: Moya’s Vineyard, Hemel-en-Aarde Valley, Western Cape, South Africa
Approaching from Hermanus on the famed Hemel-en-Aarde Road, the discreet little signpost to Moya’s Vineyard entrance belies the majestic…
5 luxury New Zealand staycations
Every year, I have the privilege of spending a month in New Zealand with family and always seize the…
Review: Linden Barn, Orton, Cumbria, UK
Nestled in the Cumbrian village of Orton is Linden Barn – a beautiful 3-bedroom property lovingly converted by owners…
Review: Summit on Quarter, Cape Town, South Africa
Pretty much every South African itinerary includes the Mother City – and with no shortage of accommodation options, it…
