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5 stunning Mallorcan villas with a pool

By Dan Frith on Apr 14, 2021 in Accommodation, Europe, Leisure Travel, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

You may not know it but Mallorca has 262 beaches, so in theory you could book a luxury villa anywhere on the island and be within a short distance of a beach and the shimmering azure waters of the Mediterranean. But get real for a minute, why would you not want a pool with your

What would you choose: a hotel or a vacation home?

By Simone Kruithof on Feb 08, 2021 in Accommodation, Hotels, Vacation Rentals

Travel patterns change all the time, but definitely in the past year during the pandemic travel patterns have changed extremely. For many they have been non-existent, and for some, domestic travel has been rediscovered. The means of travel and choice of accommodation has shifted as well, where many have travelled by car and train and

7 luxury South African villas to isolate in

By Jared Ruttenberg on Feb 01, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Regions, South Africa, Vacation Rentals

As exclusive-use properties become even more sought after in a post-pandemic landscape, these are my top seven villas in South Africa for a luxurious and scenic breakaway. Kubili House The Kruger National Park remains South Africa’s Mecca for wildlife visitors, and in a quiet corner of the reserve waits one of its best-kept secrets. Kubili

The luxury villa dining experience

By Silvan Kitma on Jan 22, 2021 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

Food is an inseparable accompaniment to any travel or holiday experience. In luxury villa accommodations, dining is taken to a whole new level of exclusivity and personal touch. While some diners make reservations, drive themselves to 5-star restaurants, and wait for a table, villa vacationers instead have the restaurant experience brought right to the very

Wow! A £25 million luxury ski chalet for £700 per night!

By Dan Frith on Jan 15, 2021 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

Sounds too good to be true? That’s because it is. But these are the type of listings you will now find frequently on well known globally trusted accommodation web sites. It’s a growing problem in our industry. Alongside these fake listings on authoritative booking sites there also a number of phoney websites sprouting up on

Enjoy the freedom of a luxury villa holiday in Mallorca

By Gail Hewitt on Dec 23, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Regions, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Mallorca is the largest of the Spanish Balearic Islands. Due to its guaranteed summer weather, lovely sandy beaches, and stunning rural locations, it’s an ideal destination for the whole family. With an extensive range of villas in the best spots throughout Mallorca, take the plunge and opt for a luxury villa with a private pool.

The most luxurious rental ski chalets in Courchevel, France

By Silvan Kitma on Dec 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Regions, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Scattered around the snow-covered slopes and valleys of the French Alps lies a bounty of holiday homes, each with a remarkable story to tell. In the quaint skiing villages of Courchevel, one will delight in the multitude of pistes and the majestic beauty of the alpine wilderness. Michelin-starred restaurants offer stellar dining experiences and high-end

5 ways to add a little luxury to your holiday on home turf

By Laura Dubois on Dec 20, 2020 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

With the ‘staycation’ trend set to continue well into the New Year, those in desperate need of a little indulgence may at first glance feel that the ‘finer touches’ are sparsely found in self-catering holidays on British soil. Whilst the ‘Great British holiday’ was once synonymous with seaside capers and fairly-average accommodation, the past decade

And the winner is... the 2020 World Ski Awards

By Dan Frith on Dec 19, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Every year the ski industry get’s into a tizzy as the results of the 2020 World Ski Awards are eagerly awaited and announced. In an industry that has an absolute plethora of fabulous luxury ski chalets and hotels situated in even more fabulous locations the judges are spoiled for choice. But, make a decision they

6 luxury vacation ideas to quell your wanderlust right now

By Eric Hrubant on Dec 16, 2020 in Accommodation, California, Europe, Florida, France, New York, North America, Regions, USA, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

If quarantine has you itching to leave your four walls, we can relate. The truth is, the only cure for wanderlust is travel, but that can feel like a daunting feat right now. The good news is, with approved vaccines being distributed and as borders, businesses, and accommodations begin to re-open, our options are broadening,

5 of the world's most swoon-worthy villas

By Jamie Edwards on Dec 12, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Caribbean, Europe, Guadeloupe, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, North America, Regions, Saint Lucia, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

If there was ever a time to start planning a villa holiday, that time, undeniably, is now. Villas, as opposed to hotels, are a natural choice for social distancing, as they are inherently secluded, and allow guests to spread out. Villas erase the need for babysitters, or restaurants, since a personal chef is one typical

Beachfront or sea view? Choosing your villa holiday setting

By Silvan Kitma on Nov 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

Apart from the most basic factors such as the price and number of bedrooms, the most significant consideration in choosing a holiday villa has to be the setting. To those who delight in staying at a luxury villa in the tropics, the choices usually come down to two: either right along the beach or high

Asia’s most lavish holiday villas for a luxury ‘isocation’ experience

By Silvan Kitma on Oct 31, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

Yes. You read it correctly – isocation. No typographical errors here. We know how the pandemic and the quarantine have sparked a phenomenal new wave of creativeness among people – learning new skills, discovering new hobbies, and – to the travel community – inventing new words. Isocation: an amalgamation of the words ‘isolation’ and ‘vacation’.

Top 5 stand-alone Alpine chalets in COVID times

By Dan Frith on Oct 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, France, Regions, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Well, here we are, nine months have gone by and still no end in sight to travel restrictions and social distancing. It’s understandable that some people are starting to get a little cheesed off. They are the lucky ones. There is hope though for those that really don’t want to miss out on their annual

5 of our favourite villas within luxury hotels in Mallorca

By Gail Hewitt on Oct 15, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Featured, Hotels, Regions, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Looking to be independent, but also have the benefits of a wealth of facilities close to hand? Perhaps villa accommodation within a luxury hotel might be an option for you to consider. Retain your privacy with the benefit of your own private pool. Alternatively, if you feel like the company of other hotel guests, you

Suite of the week: Villa Cielo Azul, Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, La Romana, Dominican Republic

By Paul Johnson on Sep 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Caribbean, Dominican Republic, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Vacation Rentals

Suite name: Villa Cielo Azul Location: Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, La Romana, Dominican Republic Size of accommodation: 2,740 sq m Cost per night: $5,900 plus taxes Who’s stayed there? Maluma, Jbalvin, Gianluca Vacchi, Geraldine Bazan and Marlene Favela. What makes it special: Cielo Azul sums up everything there is to love about Casa de Campo – the world-class golf,

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