Slow Travel: Train Travel in Italy
Imagine gliding through sun-kissed vineyards, past ancient ruins, and along sparkling coastlines—all from the comfort of a train carriage. This is the magic of train travel in Italy, where every journey is a sc...
Everyone loves a tip, recommendation or advice when it comes to travelling. Whether it's tips on how to travel with a toddler, to advice on the best places to go on holiday in the winter, our collection of travel tips are a 'helping hand' for your next trip.
Slow Travel: Train Holidays to Spain
Here at Oliver’s Travels, we’re always trying to do our bit to be more sustainable. ‘Slow travel’ is an ever-growing trend that’s all about appreciating your surroundings, getting to know a destination in-depth...
Gift Vouchers – How They Work and What to Buy
Looking for the perfect gift that will create lasting memories? Oliver's Travels Gift Vouchers are your ticket to offering your loved ones a luxurious villa getaway in one of the world's most stunning locations...
Top 10 Best Beaches Near Malaga to Explore
Guest post by Dakota Murphey
Stretching along Spain’s Andalusian coast, Malaga sits on the sun-drenched Costa del Sol, making it a top destination for beach lovers. This historic port city is ideally loca...
Golden Stays: Our Most Oscar-Worthy Villas of 2025
The stage is set and the spotlight shines on the most extraordinary villas in our collection. Meet our most Oscar-worthy villas of 2025, a celebration of homes around the world that redefine luxury, exude charm...
Best 7 Villas for Multigenerational Family Holidays
If your children don’t get to see much of their grandparents, or you'd simply like to spend more time together, multigenerational family holidays may just be the ticket. If you're a newbie to this realm, t...
Top Things to Do in Vietnam for Adventure Seekers
Guest post by Alexander & Laura of the expert travel blog, Lost Between Oceans.
Vietnam is a uniquely beautiful country full of adventure and excitement, from the cliffs of Halong Bay to the green r...
6 Villas Perfect for a Digital Detox
In a world where we can stream movies, meet new people, order food, and explore virtual realms—all at the touch of a button—it’s no wonder we sometimes yearn for the opportunity to disconnect and retreat from t...
Top UK Holiday Homes for Spa Breaks
We all deserve a treat sometimes, and what's better than indulging in a spa weekend from the comfort of your very own holiday home? We've handpicked our top UK holiday homes with spa facilities so you can reall...
Our Top 10 Most Expensive and Luxurious Villas
When it comes to luxury travel, sometimes you need to go all out. Whether for a special occasion or just because you feel like treating yourself, we’re all for booking an outrageous holiday every once in a whil...
Get Back to Nature with These Ecotherapy Activities
If you've heard of it, you'll know that ecotherapy has become more prevalent in everyday life. And while there’s not one definition for ecotherapy, it’s often used to describe a regular group activity led by a ...
Standout Features for Your Perfect Holiday Villa
Guest post by Dakota Murphey
Planning your holidays is more than about deciding where to go in the world, it’s also about the holiday home you choose to stay in. With so many incredible destinations to ...
Top 15 Eco-Friendly Villas in Our Collection
Sustainability is a topic at the forefront of everyone’s minds currently. As a company, we know we're not perfect - we work in an industry that contributes a vast amount of CO2 emissions. However, we also belie...
The Most Iconic Filming Locations in the UK (and where to stay nearby!)
Guest post by Dakota Murphey
Thanks to more than 150 years of the silver screen, we’ve spent a lifetime watching a variety of films, TV shows and adverts. As well as their entertainment factor, a great ...
20 Travel Bucket List Activities to Tick Off
There’s a lot of hype about the fact we’re all heading into a new decade, so why not start the decade off with a bunch of interesting – and potentially hair-raising – bucket list activities? Forget the New Year...
25 Destinations for 2025
As the sun sets on another year, we stand at the precipice of a new era in travel, brimming with opportunities to explore, discover, and experience the world like never before. Welcome to the ultimate list of 2...
Traveller Tips and Reviews to Help Plan Your Next Trip
Guest post by Dakota Murphey
When it comes to planning your next trip or booking an amazing place to stay, mobile phones and devices have made it exceptionally easy to research somewhere before you fina...
Oliver’s Travels Wins at the Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Choice Awards!
We’re delighted to announce that Oliver’s Travels has been recognised as the Best Villa Rental Company in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Choice Awards!
This incredible accolade come...
A Map of the Most Vegetarian-Friendly Countries in the World
October is World Vegetarian Month, and in celebration of the occasion, Oliver’s Travels has completed research to find the most vegetarian-friendly countries around the world.
We know that travelli...
The Most Underrated European Destinations for Winter Sun
Guest post by Amelia Selby
Europe has some classic destinations for winter sun on offer, with places like the Canary Islands, Cyprus and the southern coast of Portugal all showing 20+ degrees on the the...