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Top 5 Alpine chalets for an extended stay

By Dan Frith on Sep 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Austria, Europe, France, Regions, Switzerland, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Although it’s not exactly re-inventing the wheel the current situation affords the opportunity to rethink the whole work/life balance experience. Currently offices and workspaces are being closed down, some temporarily, some for good. This has given rise to the opportunity for more and more people to be able to work from home. Not being tied

Top choices for your next villa vacation in Koh Samui, Thailand

By Silvan Kitma on Aug 30, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

Koh Samui is Thailand’s quintessential embodiment of a laid-back tropical holiday. This peaceful island offers the experiences that to us seem so familiar, and yet at the moment, somewhat strangely dream-like: bare-foot fantasies on sun-warmed white sands, being serenaded by the ocean waves, all the while admiring the endlessness of the sea and sky. Though

10 top tips when booking a villa rental property

By Paul Johnson on Jul 29, 2020 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

It sounds simple enough but booking a villa abroad can be a bit like taking a stab in the dark especially at the moment with different Covid regulations in place. That’s why Sue Flynn, an accommodation specialist for Turkey, is urging holidaymakers not to be shy when booking online to avoid any potential pitfalls and

Future travel inspiration: The most impressive oceanfront clifftop villas in Bali

By Silvan Kitma on Jun 17, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Regions, Vacation Rentals

At the very southern tip of Bali, along the fringes of the Bukit Peninsula, is a landscape whose marvels obscure the boundaries between reality and cathartic dreams. Uluwatu, as the place is called, literally translates “land’s end rock”. This area is a vast stretch of coastal limestone cliffs, rising up to 230 feet above the

Brilliant group activity ideas while staying in at your private villa

By Silvan Kitma on May 23, 2020 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

As the world anticipates post-pandemic realities, we all remain positive that leisure travel, among other things, will once again be an accessible privilege to people. There is certainty, however, that necessary and somewhat radical changes will occur alongside this comeback. Though travelers remain longing for the delights of holiday experiences, there is an understandable inclination

Memories of a luxury getaway to Queenstown, New Zealand

By Lisa Mallett on May 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Restaurants, Road Travel, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

This is certainly an historic time we are living in; none of us have ever experienced anything like a pandemic before and we are all trying to get through this period of uncertainty the best we possibly can. Here in Canada we are completing week six of our state of emergency; it seems everywhere you

Planning a family visit to Paris, post COVID-19

By Maria Pasca on Apr 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Attractions, Europe, Family Travel, Food and Drink, France, Going Out, Health & Safety, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

With more time on our hands, now is a great opportunity to get inspiration for your next trip to Paris! Planning a visit to Paris with the entire family? As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, The French capital welcomes million of visitors a year, including many families with children. Paris

Supporting the recovery of tourism in Asia: Villa vacation destinations to visit in the near future

By Silvan Kitma on Apr 06, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Indonesia, Japan, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

One way or another and in varying degrees, the shockwaves of the COVID-19 pandemic are definitely felt by all industries worldwide. Yet, the effects on travel and hospitality are particularly both sudden and intensive. In Asia, where millions of livelihoods are reliant on tourism, it is indeed a challenging time. Visiting these affected regions once

The luxury of self-catering

By Katie Chown on Mar 11, 2020 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

In a nutshell, self-catering is ‘the action of staying in accommodation with facilities to cook one’s own meals’, but have you ever thought about this way of holidaying as a luxury? No? Then you’ll want to read on – from more freedom and total privacy to oodles of space, it offers so much more than

Top 7 luxury gourmet getaways in Australia

By Mat Lewis on Mar 01, 2020 in Accommodation, Australia, Food and Drink, Oceania, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Vacation Rentals

When holidaying in Australia, there is so much more to experience than just its big cities and famous tourist attractions. In fact, no trip down under is complete without leaving the busy city behind and heading out into the regions for a gourmet adventure. We’ve handpicked some of the standout gourmet destinations around the country

Spectacular luxury villas in Thailand’s most unconventional locations

By Silvan Kitma on Feb 21, 2020 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

The islands of Phuket and Koh Samui possess a uniquely extraordinary landscape. Its coastline is a mosaic work of multiple characters: from towering rock cliffs to dramatic hill slopes, from immaculate stretches of white sand to beaches dotted by house-size boulders half-buried in the sand. And following all these, a tropical woodland covers the shoreline

Margaret Thatcher's ski chalet is perfect for a luxury family ski holiday

By Angus Kinloch on Feb 07, 2020 in Accommodation, Europe, Family Travel, France, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe

Chalet Le Namaste in Courchevel 1850 was the former summer residence of Margret Thatcher but now it is available for luxury exclusive weekly rental as a fully catered ski chalet. Chalet Le Namaste certainly has real Kerb “piste” appeal! It’s ski in ski out access directly to the Bellecotte piste, an easy green run is

Top 10 dreamy luxury lodges in New Zealand

By Mat Lewis on Feb 03, 2020 in Accommodation, New Zealand, Oceania, Regions, Vacation Rentals

If you are an avid traveller, and you like exploring all corners of the world, then New Zealand should definitely be on your list of places to visit. It seems remote, and it might be for some, but it is one of the most beautiful and spectacular destinations you could ever hope to visit. Majestic

From gyms to golf greens - top notch facilities you can find in a luxury villa

By Silvan Kitma on Jan 20, 2020 in Accommodation, Vacation Rentals

The “luxury” in “luxury villa” is not there for no reason. The facilities, amenities, and services offered by these properties are truly impressive and even surprising to some, stylishly distinguishing them from your typical home rental. Having your own private chef and infinity pool are signature features of luxury villas, as many experienced vacationers already

A catered ski chalet is the perfect choice for a corporate ski trip

By Angus Kinloch on Dec 28, 2019 in Accommodation, Business Travel, Hotels, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals

There is nothing like a corporate ski trip to get to know your best clients, reward your top-performing staff or for a department weekend away. Ski trips live long in the memory and its vital that your guests look back on your event with fond and not bitter memories. That means booking a fully staffed

Choosing your Thai villa vacation island - Phuket or Samui?

By Silvan Kitma on Dec 24, 2019 in Accommodation, Asia, Regions, Thailand, Vacation Rentals

Any 1970s backpacker who would venture into Phuket or Koh Samui today will definitely have a hard time recognizing the places they used to know. The paradise islands of Thailand have grown far from the far-flung tropical hideaways they once were. The old paths are now paved, fishing boats have given way for yachts and

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