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Interview with Camilla Shaughnessy, Founder of EventfulStays.com

By Paul Johnson on Jun 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Celebrities, Europe, Going Out, Hotels, Interviews, Ireland, Maldives, Portugal, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Camilla Shaughnessy is the founder of EventfulStays.com, a UK accommodation website which specialises in mid- to high-end home stays available for short term lets searchable by event. Camilla enjoyed the echelons of senior positions in corporate life before establishing her own consultancy firm in 1994. She went on to launch Eventful Stays in December 2010,

From criteria to companions - top tips for enjoying your villa holiday

By Maria McLean on Jun 09, 2011 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

These days many of our clients choose a luxury villa holiday over and above staying in a hotel both for the privacy and flexibility it affords. Having unlimited access to your own pool, a personal chef on hand and the security of a luxury villa make it the ideal choice for many planning a vacation.

Special feature: Rutland Apartment, Rutland Hotel, Edinburgh, UK

By Paul Johnson on May 25, 2011 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Special Features, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Last weekend we stayed at the Rutland Hotel in the heart of Edinburgh but not in one of their rooms; instead, we were just a short way down the road from the hotel in the beautiful Rutland Apartment which offers so much more than a hotel room. We were warmly welcomed by Liz who made

A villa holiday for all the family: Villa Alfabia, Mallorca

By Paul Johnson on May 11, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Regions, Resorts, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

With a private chef to prepare gourmet meals, a host serve drinks by the pool and an experienced nanny to look after the children, Villa Alfabia in Mallorca is the newest addition to luxury villa specialist, Scott Dunn‘s collection. Originally built as a traditional Mallorcan farm and set in five acres of land, even with

Ooooh... look... we won, we won!

By Paul Johnson on May 10, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Regions, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Great news just in! Despite listing more than 45,000 properties in 116 countries, the Holiday Lettings Hall of Fame 2011 listed our very own luxury holiday apartment as its overall winner! Needless to say, my wife and I are rather pleased that all our hard work appears to be paying off. For those that don’t

The Varsano in Tel Aviv, Israel

By Paul Johnson on May 09, 2011 in Accommodation, Hotels, Israel, Middle East, Regions, Vacation Rentals

Amidst the 21st Century Mediterannean hub of Tel Aviv, you’ll find The Varsano, one of Israel’s few, truly boutique hotels. Located in the charming neighbourhood of Neve Tzedek, The Varsano provides ultimate relaxation from the hedonist beach and nightlife just moments away. Offering unrivalled comfort and a 24 hour personal assistant service, each of the self-catering

Travel Guide to Cannes

By Andy Butler on May 06, 2011 in Accommodation, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Events, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Cannes, one of Europe’s most sought out locations, is a seaside town well known for the glamour and appeal that accompanies its Cannes Film Festival. This is an event which attracts a host of stars from the best film industries the world over. In keeping with its image as an exclusive city that caters to

Top 10 unusual vacation rentals

By Paul Johnson on Apr 21, 2011 in Accommodation, Arizona, Canada, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Europe, Florida, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Mexico, North America, Portugal, Regions, Tennessee, USA, Vacation Rentals, Virginia, Western Europe, Worldwide

Looking for something a little bit different and not just another hotel? Perhaps Tripadvisor’s list of the top 10 unusual vacation rentals will tempt you… 1. Unique Hilltop Windmill Rental, Odemira, Portugal 2. Hawaii Volcano Genuine Treehouse, Volcano, HI 3. My Sedona Place – Unique Dome Home, Sedona, AZ 4. SUITABLE DIGS…cool green lodgings, Santa

Special feature: The Music Mill, Hathersage, Peak District, UK

By Paul Johnson on Apr 19, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, Regions, Special Features, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Self-catering is often overlooked as a luxury option, in favour of hotels and resorts, but really it shouldn’t be. Over the last decade, the bar has risen once again when it comes to the self-catering (aka vacation rental) sector, and we are just back from a very relaxing break in the Peak District, staying at

Inexpensive luxury Tuscan villas: is it even possible?

By Matt Kachinski on Apr 19, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Italy, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Renting upscale Tuscan villas is usually associated with high rental fees. As a rule of thumb, it is usually true, as most luxury properties in Tuscany go many extra miles to make your experience unforgettable. Nonetheless, I found a fantastic exception to this rule. It is a special villa located in the Lucca area, specifically in

Top 10 places to be seen in St Tropez

By Maria McLean on Apr 15, 2011 in Accommodation, Clubs, Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, France, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Since the 1950s St Tropez has cultivated its now celebrated reputation as a jetset playground drawing movie stars, models, and millionaires from around the world. The French newspaper Le Figaro once said that “St Tropez boasts the the greatest number of famous faces per square meter” and for summer 2011 it will still hold true.

Privacy in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains

By Paul Johnson on Apr 11, 2011 in Accommodation, Colorado, North America, Regions, Resorts, USA, Vacation Rentals

The Bella Vista, a private, gated estate located in the heart of the Colorado Rocky Mountains, is the ultimate destination for ski vacations, family reunions, corporate retreats and destination weddings. The 7-acre, sprawling estate features sweeping views of the legendary Yampa Valley and is located just minutes from downtown historic Steamboat Springs, Colorado. The resort

New to southern Thailand: Casas del Sol in Koh Tao

By Paul Johnson on Apr 05, 2011 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

With a desire to offer a refreshing new definition of the luxury beach bungalow experience, Casas del Sol has officially opened on the island of Koh Tao, Thailand. Created by Australian Interior Designer, Christina Saenz de Santamaria, Casas del Sol are five individually designed beach villas that offer self-catered accommodation in an ideal location of

Luxury Accommodation of the Year in the Scottish Hotel Awards

By Paul Johnson on Apr 01, 2011 in Accommodation, Europe, Events, Hotels, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Kingdom, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Earlier this month, you may recall we reviewed The Chester Residence in Edinburgh’s West End. News just in is that the hotel has been named ‘Luxury Accommodation of the Year’ and ‘Serviced Apartments of the Year’ at the Scottish Hotel Awards 2011, held at the Thistle Glasgow Hotel. Graham Wood, co-owner with his wife Gillian,

Top luxury villas in Costa Rica versus luxury resorts

By Forrest Geiger on Mar 28, 2011 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Central America, Costa Rica, Regions, Resorts, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Videos

There used to be a time in Costa Rica when vacation rentals were just a way to save money by families or friends traveling together, and packing in as many people as possible into a house. But not any more! In the last 8 years, there has been an explosion of high end, luxury villas

5 great luxury Cape Town ideas

By Neil Dilgee on Mar 16, 2011 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Vacation Rentals

The 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup in Cape Town, South Africa, put the city firmly on the map for many travellers wanting to explore the Mother City, opening the gateway for luxury travel in particular. As one of the world’s premier travel destinations, it is no surprise that Cape Town is hailed as one of

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