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Villas Within Famous Filming Locations
We pride our luxury villas in their ability to give you a VIP holiday experience, from infinity pools and luxe décor to ...
8 Romantic Villas with Chapels for the Ultimate Wedding in Greece
After a year of having your wedding plans up in the air, we bet you're more ready than ever to celebrate your special da...
Most Stunning Castles to Rent in Ireland
The Irish countryside is home to some of the most awe-inspiring natural scenery in the world and with such proximity to ...
15 Female Instagrammers to Follow in 2021
March 8th marks International Women’s Day – a day to celebrate and support women, their achievements, and to raise aware...
Top UK Holiday Homes for Spa Breaks
We know Mother's Day is going to be a bit different this year and with many of us unable to see our mums, it's not going...
Oliver’s Book Club: 10 Books to Read in 2021
It's safe to say 2020 gave us plenty of time to - finally - smash through our book collection. So, to celebrate World Bo...
North West Coast Path: Industrial and Adventurous
Stretching from the Scottish Borders down to Wales, it's already clear (even to those who haven't actually visited this ...
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 checkl...
Top 10 Beach Houses in the UK for Coastal Bliss
It’s not surprising that most of us are dreaming of a beach break. We’re ready to say goodbye to our sofas and the insid...
Quirky Villas for Couples: 10 Unique, Romantic Breaks
Valentine's Day. It's fair to say that it's not going to be quite the same this year. Many of us are unable to see our l...
The Best Wine Experiences in the South of 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...
Best Places To Visit In England: Hidden Gems From Locals
Ahh, England. We love you for your unpredictable summers, crisp and cosy winters and let’s not forget all that pub grub....
Best Beaches in Rhodes
The beauty of Rhodes is that it not only has a fascinating mix of culture and history, but it also has more beaches than...
Top 10 things to do in Rhodes
With its dizzying mix of culture, history and beaches, Rhodes is ripe for exploration. There’s a labyrinth of medieval c...
Rhodes Travel Guide: A Land of Cultural Wonders
Rhodes is a land of glorious contrasts: crusader castles rub shoulders with frescoed churches; medieval walls skim past ...
Top 5 Restaurants in South of 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...
10 Things to Do With Kids in Istria
Although Istria is a little different from your typical sandy-beach holiday destination, it's still one of the best plac...
Midlands Travel Guide
England isn’t just divided into the north and the south – there’s a whole stretch of the country that sits right between...
Istrian Food And Wineries Guide
Producing some of the world’s finest foods, it’s no surprise that Istria offers some of Croatia’s most exciting gastrono...
10 Castles You Can Actually Rent For A Fairytale Holiday
Who needs the boring, blank walls and faceless anonymity of a ho-hum hotel when you go on your next holiday? It’s all we...
Things To Do In Istria
While Istria’s world-class gastronomy and enchanting landscape make it the ultimate destination for just sitting back an...
The Best Beaches In Istria, Croatia
Blanketed in olive groves and vineyards, and boasting some of Croatia’s most captivating hilltop towns, it’s easy for in...
Istria Travel Guide
This heart-shaped peninsula was the birthplace of modern Croatian tourism, and it’s easy to see why. Its history has bes...
Best Kids Activities in Devon
When it comes to holidays in the UK that have a little bit of something for everyone no matter their age, Devon is a per...
The Local’s Guide to Authentic Rhodes
Rhodes flourishes in ancient history, glistening beaches and 300 days of feel-good sunshine. Whether you go in sear...
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 ...
Algarve Travel Guide
Though most people tend to see the Algarve as all about the beaches and a holiday on the Med, there's far much more to t...
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...
Top 5 golf courses in Norfolk
In addition to miles of coastline, historic villages and picturesque countryside, Norfolk caters brilliantly for golf en...
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...
Top 10 Historical Sites to Visit in 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...
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...