Wine Tasting

The Best Wine Experiences in the South of France

Europe, France
A visit to one of our luxury villas in the South of France wouldn’t be complete without sampling some of the Continent’s most celebrated export – wine. Whether your preference is red, white or sparkling (or per...

Top 5 Restaurants in South of France

Europe, France
The birthplace of the Michelin star, and home to a wealth of delicious fresh produce and world-class wine production, France is the ideal holiday destination for foodies. Why not make the most of its culinary delights by booking one of ou...

Top 10 Historical Sites to Visit in France

Europe, France
There are dozens of fantastic historical sites worth visiting for those with an interest in France’s past: from sobering battlefields to monumental Gothic cathedrals, it’s a country steeped in history and packed with relics and breat...
Top 21 chateaux to rent in 202`

Top 21 Chateaux to Rent in 2021

Europe, France
It’s no secret that France is always a hit holiday destination for the whole family. Superb food, breathtaking scenery, world-famous wine and, of course, the romance. But here at Oliver's Travels we like to tak...
Things to Do in Ile De Re

Top 10 things to do in Île de Ré

Europe, France
The French equivalent of the Hamptons, Île de Ré is all postcard-pretty villages, honeyed beaches and oyster shacks. Just 19 miles by five, the tiny island is best explored by bike or on horse back, while its c...
Destination Guide to Ile De Re, France

Destination Guide to Île de Ré, France

Europe, France
Just 19 miles by five, the tiny Île de Ré punches well above its weight. The pace slips down a few gears on this seahorse-shaped island, cast adrift from La Rochelle. A web of hollyhock-lined cycling trails con...
Best Ile De Re Beaches

The Very Best Île de Ré beaches

Europe, France
Île de Ré may be small, but it packs in some fine beaches. While flour-soft golden sand cushions much of the coastline, the southern stretches are busier and often crowded, especially in the summer. To escape t...

Top 10 Quirkiest Chateaux in France

Europe, France
We love a bit of quirkiness - that's what's fun about our collection... all our villas and chateaux have been handpicked for their style, character and odd quirk.  Our range of luxury chateaux and villa...

The Best Food Festivals in France

Europe, France
If the foodie life is the only life for you - and you're a huge fan of wine and cheese - then you might want to take a look at this list of food festivals in France! Home of Brie, Camembert and Roquefort, chees...
Brittany Beaches - Privateers

Top 10 Brittany Beaches

Europe, France
When we think of beaches in France, our minds naturally wander to the South of France – sometimes it’s easy to overlook the beauty of Western France’s coastline… in particular, well-known surf mecca, Brittany. ...
Northern France

Top 5 Places to Visit in Northern France

Europe, France
Sadly, Northern France is often overlooked when planning a French getaway, while Southern France never fails to be a popular choice for family holidays and romantic retreats. However, here at Oliver's Trav...
Northern France Travel Guide

Northern France Travel Guide

Europe, France
Most people only see Northern France from behind a car window as they drive south towards postcard-pretty Provence or the chateaux-studded Dordogne. But look beyond the flat, barren expanses edging the A26 to d...
Antibes in France

Three Amazing Day Trips in the Cote d’Azur

Europe, France
The warm climate and the inspiring landscape of the Cote d'Azur and French Riviera have long been associated with luxury and glamour, attracting famed personalities from F. Scott Fitzgerald to Brigitte Bardot. ...
Beaches in France

The 10 Best Beaches in the South of France

Europe, France
The South of France is popular for a reason – it’s one of the most luxurious destinations out there! From the star-studded glam of Cannes and St Tropez to the luscious landscape of the rural interior, visitors ...