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Top 10 Reasons to Stay in a Villa (Over Anywhere Else!)
It’s no surprise that we’re fans of a villa – it’s the whole reason we’re here. But, there’s a reason we love them (nay ...
Devon Travel Guide
Devon is the kind of destination that rewards exploration. With coastlines on two separate sides of England you’ll have ...
10 Somerset Food And Drink Experiences For Foodies
From the world's most famous cheese to the world's strongest apple-based beverage, Somerset offers a range of treats for...
Where to Ski in Scotland
When the days get colder and nights get longer here in the UK, many begin to think about escaping for some winter sunshi...
Family Christmas Breaks: Top 12 Places to Stay
Unwrapping gifts by the fire, kisses under the mistletoe and bottomless bubbly - it's the most wonderful time of the yea...
Cotswolds Travel Guide
Staycations are on the up-and-up! If you're looking to escape to South West England(and we think you should!) then you'v...
Gozo Travel Guide
Gozo is the quieter, calmer little sister of Malta. Just eight miles by four, this tiny island packs in some dramatic la...
New Holiday Destinations for 2021
We don’t know about you, but we can’t wait to see the back of 2020. New year, new hopes, new vaccines (🤞) and hopefully,...
Best Foodie Experiences in Cotswolds
It's hardly surprising you get such good food around the Cotswolds - after all, with countryside that beautiful it's bou...
Top 21 Chateaux to Rent in 2021
It’s no secret that France is always a hit holiday destination for the whole family. Superb food, breathtaking scenery, ...
Top 10 Eco-friendly Villas in our Collection
Sustainability is a topic at the forefront of everyone’s minds right now – from flight shaming becoming a thing and airl...
5 Sustainable Hacks for Eco-warriors in 2021
Calling all eco-warriors! This year, Oliver's Travels is on a mission to be more sustainable than ever! Times are changi...
Best Family Activities in Scotland
There's plenty of things to do in Scotland with the family, and whether you're just heading up for a short bre...
Top 10 things to do in Île de Ré
The French equivalent of the Hamptons, Île de Ré is all postcard-pretty villages, honeyed beaches and oyster shacks. Jus...
Destination Guide to Île de Ré, 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 seahors...
The Very Best Île de Ré beaches
Île de Ré may be small, but it packs in some fine beaches. While flour-soft golden sand cushions much of the coastline, ...
Tips for Keeping Kids Occupied During Lockdown
So, we're halfway through lockdown number two - we've been here before, we kind of know what we're doing (not that it ma...
Top 10 Things to Do in Gozo: From Wining to Diving
Flaunting a dramatic rocky coastline and sea caves galore, Gozo holidays are ripe for adventure, with snorkelling and di...
The 6 Best Beaches in Gozo
It’s all about quality over quantity when it comes to Gozo beaches. Only eight miles by four, this tiny island may not h...
Top 10 Manor Houses in the UK
If you’ve been binge-watching anything at the moment, we can bet Haunting of Bly Manor has been on your list. After a sp...
Top 10 Quirky Places to Stay in 2021
Our hashtag is #whydoordinary so it makes sense for us to have a wild and wonderful collection of unique, one-of-a-kind ...
Top 10 Countryside Staycations in the UK for 2021
Staycations were trending even before the pandemic hit, so it’s no surprise that the popularity of holidaying somewhere ...
Live like Royalty: 10 Places to Stay and Pretend You’re in ‘The Crown’
If we needed another reason to sit like sloths on our sofas and binge Netflix, award-winning historical drama, The Crown...
10 UK Holiday Homes for the Ultimate Staycation
We have a huge range of charming holiday homes in the UK and Ireland for families or large groups to visi...
Galicia Surf Guide: The Top 5 Spots
Galicia is renowned for its Celtic heritage, delicious foods, festivals, its pilgrimage, striking scenery and beaches… a...
Best Group Activities in Scotland
Whether you're huddling up against the cold together (which gets extra special if you've got a roaring fire) or heading ...
Top 10 Food and Drink Activities in Scotland
While a lot of people might half-jokingly see the pinnacle of Scotland's cuisine as the deep-fried Mars Bar, there's far...
Top 10 Things to Do in the New Forest
With its beautiful heathlands and ancient woods, there are loads of gorgeous things for nature-lovers to see when they h...
New Forest Travel Guide
Crossing Wiltshire, Dorset and a large area of Hampshire, the New Forest boasts a picturesque coastline, a spectacular n...
Top 10 Cosy England Cottages for Christmas
After a frankly crazy year, it’s an understatement to say we’re all in need of some TLC. As the year draws to a cl...
Scotland Travel Guide: Where to Go & What to Do
Ah, bonnie Scotland! A wild and beautiful part of the world, where you can explore the rugged highlands or enjoy the col...
Beach Bucket List: 24 of Europe’s Best Beaches
Sun, sea, sand… sometimes there’s nothing better than a beach holiday. Escaping the crowded public transport, miserable ...
Holidays in Europe: 21 Villas and Chateaux for 2021
Here at Oliver's Travels HQ, we're remaining optimistic about holidays in Europe in 2021. We're looking forward to laugh...
21 Destinations to Put on Your Radar for 2021
So, it’s pretty safe to say 2020 is not turning out how we thought it would. We’re working from makeshift desks in our k...
Top 10 family weekend getaways in the UK
Whether you find pleasure in long walks in the countryside, get excited about riding a thrilling rollercoaster, or prefe...
Somerset Travel Guide
As one of the sunniest and most rural counties in the UK (situated in South West England), there's plenty in Somerset to...
Top 10 unusual places to stay in the UK
Not all holiday homes were created equal, and that’s particularly true of this list of unusual places to stay in the UK....
Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2020
We can all agree that 2020 has been a challenging year. So, we were thrilled when we found out we were voted one of the ...
Best Hikes in the UK for a Great British Staycation
Our beautiful British countryside has some of the most rewarding views, breathtaking wildlife and interesting history ar...
Top 10 Quirkiest Chateaux in France
We love a bit of quirkiness - that's what's fun about our collection... all our villas and chateaux have been handpicked...
21 Large Holiday Homes and Activities for an Unforgettable Family Holiday
The best way to truly celebrate a big birthday, anniversary or reunion is to spend time with your loved ones on a large ...
Top 10 UK Cottages with Hot Tubs
We have plenty of luxury UK holiday homes. However, some are more luxurious than others. We decided to share our secrets...
10 Best Hidden Beaches and Coves in Spain
Finding a little patch of sandy Spanish paradise to call your own can be a tricky business. There’s a reason people floc...
Six of the Best Places To Visit in Spain
Six of the Best Places To Visit in Spain
Spain – where cities are full of energy, life is affordable, and sunshine is i...
Where to Stay in Ireland
The Irish countryside is the perfect place for a long relaxing getaway. Full of history, nature, and charm, there's so m...
Top 10 Things to Do in Skopelos
With bottle-green mountains plunging to azure waters and whitewashed towns draped in bougainvillea, Skopelos holidays en...
Best Beaches in Skopelos
The rugged beauty of Skopelos streams through to its beaches, most of which are pebble and shingle stretches, backed by ...