Best Things To Do in Normandy
Got a group of travel-hungry friends together and thinking of visiting Normandy? You've made the right choice - it's a region ripe with things to do. From exploring the varied and dramatic coastlines to fantast...
Best Family Activities in Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur
Provence makes the ideal choice for a family holiday - you've got the beaches and glamour of the French Riviera for a bit of time by the sea (and a spot of celebrity spotting) and the Alps running through ...
Best Group Activities in Loire Valley
Travelling with a few friends to one of luxury villas and chateaux in the Loire Valley? Here's some good news for you then - not only will you be getting some top-class, hand-picked accommodation, you'll also h...
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...
The Best European Events & Festivals in November
All dates included below have been revised for the 2018 season.
Heading away for a European break at one of our beautiful holiday homes? All over the continent, things will be getting a bit chillier and the ...
The Best European Events & Festivals in September
With schools opening again and the onset of autumn, September’s a great time to get away if you’re looking for a quieter holiday. The high season is coming to a close so you may well snag yourself a bargain, an...
10 Luxurious Experiences for your South of France Holiday
So you’ve been working hard in the office and finally, that long-planned and well-earned break is coming up. Nobody (least of all us!) is going to argue that your holidays aren’t important, but what’s more impo...
5 Luxury Villa Experiences for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is coming up, and Dads across the land will be looking forward to a day where they’re given the chance to put their feet up and get fussed over a bit. Around 75 countries celebrate Father’s Day on ...
Puglia Travel Guide
There’s a reason Puglia is the region of the moment, or rather several: the excellent food, exuberant architecture dotted in the South, the breathtaking coastline and heaps more. Puglia is much bigger...
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...
Shrove Tuesday Celebrations Around The World
No matter how old you are, Shrove Tuesday is a great excuse to spend one day a year eating pancakes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, did you know that its celebrations around the world vary as much as ...
A Week on the French Riviera – Your Holiday Itinerary
Sun, sea and sand. A holiday in the French Riviera perfectly encapsulates the three golden ‘S’s of an ideal summer holiday, but it also so much more to offer beyond its tan-topping capabilities. From incredible...
Corfu Travel Guide
One of the largest and greenest of the Ionian Islands, Corfu is far more than its trademark blue-hued seas and sandy coastline. Boasting UNESCO World Heritage status and unbeatable strolling opportunities, ther...
Where’s Hot in April? 7 Places to Get Your Sun Fix
April showers getting you down? The cold and wet British winter may seem to last an eternity with spring taking its time to arrive. If, like us, you're ready to runaway from it all and book your first warm-weat...
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 colour and vibrancy of cultural capitals like Edinburgh and Glasgow. But how do you know you'...
Crete Travel Guide
Whether you're looking to take it easy on the terrace of your Cretan villa, overlooking your own private pool with a glass of local wine, or cranking it up on mountain bikes through the Samaria Gorge, a holiday...
Norfolk Travel Guide
Found in the east of England, Norfolk’s charms are as broad as the famous network of rivers that run through it. With an abundance of natural beauty and wildlife, this is one county where you can really kick ba...
Mallorca Travel Guide
Mallorca is quite possibly the ultimate holiday island! Fantastic for families and with a welcoming, laid back vibe that encapsulates everything that's great about Spain (and with a few surprises of its own) th...
The Local’s Guide to Authentic Champagne
Thinking of renting one of our luxury villas in France? If you are, you'll want to make sure you're getting the very best of the region you're visiting, and sometimes that means staying well away from establish...
The Local’s Guide to the Loire Valley
The Loire Valley in the South of France is one of the most beautiful regions of France, with a plethora of things to do year round. We love it and, quite honestly, could talk about it all day. Dedicated local, ...