Best Villages to Visit Near Bath
The historic city of Bath, with its Roman heritage, Georgian architecture, and natural hot springs, is undeniably one of England's most captivating cities. However, nestled in the rolling hills and lush country...
Hidden Gems to Discover in London
Guest post by Dakota Murphey
London is a city that never ceases to amaze with its iconic landmarks, world-class museums and a vibrant cultural scene. Although thousands visit the capital to see its world-fam...
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 10 Best Beaches in the South of France
The beaches in the South of France are 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 rura...
Best Things To Do with Kids in Loire Valley
The Loire Valley offers a huge range of family activities for when you fancy taking the kids over to its beautiful and versatile countryside. Bring them along on a family-friendly tour with a twist, let them ru...
Ways to Reduce the Carbon Footprint of Your Villa
Living a greener lifestyle can often seem like a bit of a minefield - recycling alone has so many rules and regulations that can be a little difficult to follow. So, when it comes to making sustainable changes ...
Costa Brava Travel Guide: What to Do and Where to Go
With an arresting scenery and sparkling Mediterranean coastline, the Spanish region of Costa Brava ticks all the boxes for a sun-soaked getaway. Tucked away in the northeastern corner of Catalonia, it stretches...
Slow Travel: Five Places to Stay During Your Trip
A holiday trend that is here to stay, slow travel has experienced an unprecedented rise over recent years. But are you still finding yourself asking what slow travel is? Don’t worry, because you’re in luck: we'...
Eurostar Holidays to the South of France – The Eco Friendly Way to Sunshine
Here at Oliver's Travels, we're always trying to do our bit to be more sustainable. As 'slow travel' gets more and more popular, we thought we'd bring you our favourite properties that can be reached when you e...
9 Of The Best Beaches In Costa Brava
Home to 133 miles of coastline, Costa Brava, dubbed ‘the Wild Coast’ has myriad places to lay your beach towel. Largely rugged, unspoilt, and bordered by the Mediterranean Sea, you’ll find everything from ...
5 Sustainability Tips for Eco-Friendly Living
There's no doubt about it: everyone needs to be living in a more sustainable way to protect the future of our planet. However, we also know how overwhelming it can be to know where to start, feeling like you ha...
The 10 Best Luxury Villas in Languedoc
Found right in the middle of Southern France, Languedoc is an intriguing mix of beautiful towns on the coast and rural bliss inland. From the bustling energy of Montepellier to the beautiful medieval castles of...
Top Chateaux in the Loire Valley
The Loire Valley is steeped with history and beautiful countryside, filled with remarkable villas and chateaux at every turn. A holiday here is something all ages can enjoy. There's an abundance of sporting act...
From Scotland to Spain: The Most Picturesque Golf Destinations in Europe
Guest contribution by Jordan Fuller of Golf Influence
Welcome, avid golfers and travel enthusiasts! If you're on the hunt for your next golfing adventure, you're in for a treat. Europe, with its diverse land...
Top 10 Quirky Places to Stay
Every year our destination experts find truly extraordinary places to add to our collection; from luxurious tents to lighthouse-like hideaways and villas shaped like a cloud. After all, our hashtag is #whydoord...
The Best Villas in the Dordogne
If you want to experience one of the most beautiful places in the world, there’s only one thing for it – head to one of our villas in the Dordogne. There’s a reason (in fact, there are loads) that the British a...
Dordogne Travel Guide
The most quintessential French getaway, the Dordogne is beloved among tourists and locals alike for its picturesque countryside, fortified towns and rich historic significance. Our destination experts have comb...
The 10 Best Honeymoon Villas
The nice thing about getting married is it’s the gift that keeps on giving. Not only do you get a fantastic day surrounded by all your friends and family, but you also get to say “I Do” to the love of your life...
Best Food in to Try in Venice
Guest post by Alexander & Laura of the expert travel blog, Lost Between Oceans.
Venice is a treasure trove of gastronomic experiences. With an enviable position in the world=famous lagoon, seafood i...
Best Foodie Experiences in Brittany
It's not just Brittany's coasts and beaches that'll have you impressed - there's a whole world of gastronomy, local specialities and fantastic flavours to explore in the region too. From what are known as ...