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Oliver’s Travels Recognised in Condé Nast Traveller’s Readers’ Choice Awards 2026

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We’re delighted to share that Oliver’s Travels has been voted Runner-Up in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2026.

This marks the tenth consecutive year that Condé Nast Traveller readers have recognised Oliver’s Travels among the world’s leading villa rental companies. And we’re so grateful to everyone who has voted for us along the way.

A decade of Condé Nast Traveller recognition

When Oliver’s Travels started out, we wanted to find holiday homes that stay with you long after you’ve unpacked your suitcase. We began with French châteaux, their towering turrets and centuries-old stone walls offering a taste of life in the French countryside.

Over the years, our collection has grown to include Italian masserias surrounded by olive groves and even a whole private island with the sea on your doorstep. Today, we have more than 9,000 holiday homes in our collection, each selected by our destination experts.

And it seems our guests appreciate the variety. In its 2026 awards coverage, Condé Nast Traveller singled out Oliver’s Travels for exactly that, giving a particular nod to our Scottish castles and their Traitors-worthy appeal.

Thank you, from all of us

What makes the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards so special is that they’re decided by travellers themselves. And with this year’s villa rental category receiving more votes than ever, we feel very lucky to have played a part in so many of your holidays.

So, to everyone who voted for Oliver’s Travels in the 2026 Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards, thank you.

And to everyone who has booked with us over the years, recommended us to a friend or returned for another holiday, we are so grateful. We know how much thought goes into choosing somewhere to spend your time away, and we never take it for granted that you choose to spend yours with us.

Has all this talk of holidays got you thinking about your next one? Explore our collection of extraordinary holiday homes and find somewhere you’ll remember long after you’re home.

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