The Local’s Guide to Authentic Cyprus
We spoke to Maria Demosthenous from Aphrodite Hills Resort in Cyrpus and picked her brain about everything there is to know about this sun-soaked island paradise.
1. What makes you an expert in this...
Top 10 Things to Do in Cyprus
While Cyprus’ stunning beaches are often its main calling card, scratch beneath the surface and you’ll discover ancient treasures, dramatic landscapes and grandiose architecture. From off-grid mountain biking t...
Cyprus Travel Guide: Discover a Rich Culture
Cyprus is a tapestry of sublime beaches, ancient wonders and dramatic landscapes. Vibrant towns and sleepy villages are tucked into the folds of vineyard-dotted mountains, where locals share their culinary trad...
10 Best Beaches in Cyprus
Often topping the ranking for the ratio of Blue Flag-awarded beaches, Cyprus has no fewer than 65 stretches adorned with the prestigious accolade. The island is perfect for combining a slice of history with bea...
The Best Wellness Villas in Europe
Finding yourself wishing for a much-needed dose of me-time? With the stressors of modern life, it's never been more important to indulge in some R&R and switch off at a luxury wellness retreat. With the pop...
The Top 10 Family Friendly Villas
Picking the perfect family friendly villas can be tricky, but it doesn’t have to be. We know what it takes to make a great trip for kids and adults alike so we’ve handpicked properties specifically because they...
Where to Go for Winter Sun
Already fantasising about your next dose of vitamin sea? Thankfully, it's never too soon to book a winter sun holiday - especially when the dreary wet weather starts to kick in. To help point you in the right d...
23 Destinations to Put on Your Radar for 2023
So, it’s pretty safe to say the last few years have not turned out how we thought they would. We’ve been working from makeshift desks in our kitchen, homeschooling our kids (we were not prepared for that!) and ...
Where Are the Best Places to Visit in December?
Some people are just not meant for winter, so when December comes around, all cold and frosty, a warm beach and a heated pool sound extremely tempting. You end up asking yourself (or Google) ‘ok I'm done with w...
Beach Bucket List: Europe’s Best Beach Holidays
Golden sand, turquoise sea and the sun beating down on you...is there anything better than a beach holiday? Here at Oliver's Travels, we love spending our summers by the coast, which is why so many of our prope...
Best Holiday Destinations in May
With summer so close you can almost touch it; this is the perfect time to treat yourself with a sneak peek of what’s to come. And if you’re anything like us, that means you’ve already started thinking about&nbs...
Where’s Hot in April? 7 Places to Get Your Sun Fix
April showers getting you down? The cold and wet British winter may seem to last an eternity with spring taking its time to arrive. If, like us, you're ready to runaway from it all and book your first warm-weat...
Around The World In 50 Summer Holiday Destinations
You fancy a well-deserved holiday but still, you're unsure about where to go this summer? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We’ve rounded up our 50 favourite sun destinations with some classics like the A...
Post-Brexit Travel to Europe: A Checklist
Got an exciting holiday to Europe on the agenda when the world goes back to normal? We've pulled together a handy checklist of information, advice and Government links related to post-Brexit travel.
What...
Family Vacation Ideas with Teenagers
Traveling with a family can be challenging - it's hard to find a destination that suits everyone's tastes. Staying in a luxury villa is one of the best vacation ideas for teens, as they'll enjoy all the unique ...
8 Unique Vacation Ideas in Europe
Planning your next vacation? Visiting the usual foreign destinations can begin to feel old hat pretty quickly. Why not opt for one of these unique vacation ideas such as gazing at the Texas bluebonnets? If you ...
How to be Vegan While Travelling: By The Nomadic Vegan
Guest post by Wendy Werneth (The Nomadic Vegan) for Oliver’s Travels.
With the growing interest in veganism, you’ve probably noticed more and more vegan options popping up on restaurant menus and on grocery ...
Top 20 Exclusive Villas For 2020
October has officially started, and autumn is in full swing. This basically means that Christmas and 2020 are just around the corner – a brand new year with plenty of time to go on holiday. Whether you want to ...
5 Of The Best Beaches In Paphos
Paphos has the longest coastline of any region in Cyprus, making room for a wealth of glorious beaches. It's the perfect place to stay for beach lovers. The wildest, most remote stretches hug the Akamas Pe...
Paphos Travel Guide: An Ancient Cypriot Port City
Paphos, an ancient port city in western Cyprus, is steeped in Greek mythology. As the mythical birthplace of Aphrodite, it is evocative of romance and tinged with legend. Although its palm-fringed seafront and ...