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Top 10 Holiday Homes in South West England

January 15, 2018

Britain & Ireland, Top 10s, Where to Stay

The South West is one of England’s treasured gems. With a beautiful coastline, stunning scenery and some of the best British attractions, it's a top destination for families and couples alike. Foodies can indul...

Going Walkies? Here are 10 Dog-Friendly Cottages for a UK Break

January 23, 2017

Britain & Ireland, Top 10s, Where to Stay

Staycations have boomed in the last few years and as they become ever more popular, growing numbers of people are looking for holidays that can cater for both them and their furry friend. Admit it, your...

Top 10 UK Cottages with Hot Tubs

October 28, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Top 10s, Where to Stay

We have plenty of luxury UK holiday homes. However, some are more luxurious than others. We decided to share our secrets with you and have put our top 10 cottages with hot tubs together so you can enjoy your ho...

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Top of the Props: UK

October 7, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Where to Stay

We have a huge range of charming holiday homes in the UK and Ireland for families or large groups to visit. Avoiding the stress and queues at passport control is one of the many highlights of sta...

The best foodie breaks in the UK

August 8, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Where to Stay

Here at Oliver’s Travels, we love food. Aside from going on holiday, our main topic of office chat is what's for dinner. This lead us to think, 'Hey, other people love food too! Let's put together a bunch of th...

Cotswolds Travel Guide

March 9, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do, Travel Guides

The Costwolds isn't just one of the most beautiful regions in England - it's one that's beautifully representative of the best of the English countryside. Straddling several counties, the Cotswol...

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Competition Winner Visits Ropewalk Cottage in the Cotswolds

February 25, 2016

Britain & Ireland

Back in September 2015, we ran a contest with mumsnet to win a stay at the lovely Ropewalk Cottage in the Cotswolds. The lucky winner, Lucy Robinson went with her partner and young family. We were delighted to ...

Best Group Activities In Cotswolds

February 9, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

The call of the countryside is pretty strong - once you feel the need to head out and enjoy the great outdoors, there's not much you can do to satisfy that besides booking one of our beautiful cottages in the C...

Best foodie experiences in the Cotswolds

Best Foodie Experiences in Cotswolds

February 2, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

It's hardly surprising you get such good food around the Cotswolds - after all, with countryside that beautiful it's bound to produce some pretty beautiful ingredients too! Whether you're poring over which chee...

Best Family Activities in Cotswolds

January 25, 2016

Britain & Ireland, Family Holidays, Things To Do

Kids and parents alike will get a lot out of a visit to the Cotswolds. There's a wealth of beautiful countryside to explore, as well as charming market towns built from the famous Cotswold stone and tons of adv...

Team Travels : The Cotswolds

August 11, 2015

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

In order to help our customers choose the perfect accommodation, we send our team out to scope out our properties and make sure we’ve got as much info on them as possible. We also get amazing photos so you can ...

Top 10 Luxury Villas for Tennis Holidays

March 1, 2015

France, Italy, Top 10s, Where to Stay

Summer wouldn't be summer without our annual trip to Wimbledon, and with the UK enjoying the rare glow of basking in the reflected glory of a British champion (as well as the equally rare glow of a bit of E...

The UK’s Best Market Towns

May 8, 2014

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

The UK is celebrated for its charming medieval market towns and luxury cottages, but a lot of us think of them more as nice subjects for a painting than a place to spend our hard-earned holidays. However, if yo...

Top 3 places to see in the UK & Ireland

August 27, 2013

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

Tempted by a visit to England’s green and pleasant land, or intrigued by the history of the ancient Emerald Isle? At Oliver's Travels we've spent years discovering our favourite parts of both the UK and Ireland...

The Great British Pub

January 17, 2013

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

An integral part of staying in a Oliver's Travels luxury holiday home is a visit to the local pub. British pubs are more than just a place for drinking – they act as a real hub for the surrounding community. ...

Cotswolds vs Lake District: areas of outstanding natural beauty

December 16, 2012

Britain & Ireland, Things To Do

England may perhaps be known best for its iconic London skyline and taste for tea, but it’s also undoubtedly world-renowned for its beautiful countryside. The central Cotswolds and northern Lake District compete for the title of most ...

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