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The 15 Best Sizzling Summer Villas in Europe

April 17, 2018

Whether you're an oceanholic, sunshine aficionado or you're gunning for adventure - summer is the season on everyone's minds. And let's face it, life is better in flip-flops! We've got a sizzling selection of s...

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Oliver’s Travels Best Venues for Weddings in France

September 12, 2017

France, Weddings, Where to Stay

If you're looking for the perfect luxury villa to rent for your big day, you've come to the right place. We've considered, cogitated and gathered together some of our favourite wedding venues in France to make&...

4 of France’s Most Romantic Luxury Villas

July 10, 2017

France, Top 10s, Where to Stay

It's often called one of the most romantic countries in the world, but it's hard to put your finger on exactly why France is so associated with l'amour. The literature has certainly played a part and copious am...

The 10 Most Inviting Swimming Pools in France

July 4, 2017

France, Top 10s, Where to Stay

There's no denying we Brits crave a little warmth and sunshine. After all, English weather is known for its unpredictability at the best times (it's either raining for weeks or life as we know it comes to a hal...

France’s 15 Most Beautiful Towns And Villages

May 31, 2017

France, Things To Do, Top 10s

One word - variety. And France has heaps of it. This beguiling country is both sleepy and captivating with snippets to satisfy everyone. It's near impossible to imagine France without thinking of the Eiffel Tow...

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Top 10 Villas in Loire Valley

May 11, 2017

France, Top 10s, Where to Stay

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...

Top 10 Castles You Can Actually Rent

June 14, 2016

Britain & Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Top 10s, Where to Stay

Who needs the boring, blank walls and faceless anonymity of a ho-hum hotel when you go on your next holiday? It’s all well and good to stay somewhere that’s got functionality down pat, but here at Oliver’s Trav...

Loire Valley Travel Guide

December 31, 2015

France, Travel Guides

A region doesn't get to be called "The Garden of France" without being pretty special, and the Loire Valley is just as luscious and beautiful as its nickname would suggest. There's countless acres of beaut...

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Best Group Activities in Loire Valley

December 19, 2015

France, Things To Do

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...

Best Foodie Experiences in Loire Valley

December 4, 2015

France, Things To Do

Tasting everything France has to offer will be a big part of any holiday to the country - and if you're visiting one of our luxury villas in the Loire Valley the opportunities for gourmet indulgence a...

Best things to do with kids in Loire Valley

November 24, 2015

Family Holidays, France, Things To Do

The Loire valley offers a huge range of family activities if you fancy taking the kids over to its beautiful and versatile countryside. You could be firing up their imaginations at a grand, historic chateau or ...

The Quirkiest Chateaux in France

October 30, 2015

France, Top 10s, Where to Stay

Who doesn’t love a bit of quirkiness every now and again? Don’t get us wrong – there’s nothing wrong with a digestive biscuit, but every so often nothing but a jammy dodger will do. And the bigger your indulgen...

Unmissable European Events and Festivals in September

August 20, 2015

Things To Do

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...

Unmissable European Events and Festivals in August

July 31, 2015

Things To Do

August is a great month to go on holiday at one of our holiday villas! The European summer is in full swing, the kids are out of school so it’s a great opportunity to spend time together as a family and, better...

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The Best Family Friendly Villas

April 28, 2015

Britain & Ireland, France, Italy, Spain, Top 10s, Where to Stay

Here at Oliver’s Travels, we’ve all got one thing in common – we were bitten by the travel bug very early on. The holidays we had as kids opened our eyes to new places, new foods, new experiences and diffe...

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...

Top 10 Holiday Villas For Wine Tasting

January 14, 2015

Things To Do, Top 10s, Where to Stay

There's few things more enjoyable than hearing the pop of the cork as you open your first bottle of wine on holiday. Whether you prefer a robust red or a refreshingly crisp white, there's nothing quite like kic...

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Top 10 Villas for Golf

December 10, 2014

Top 10s, Where to Stay

There aren't many things in life that can put things into perspective quite like a good game of golf. There's letting your mind wander, idle and content, as you make your way through the links... And then comes...

Top 10 Winter Holidays in France

November 24, 2014

France, Ski, Top 10s, Where to Stay

It’s time winter holidays were brought in out of the cold. On the surface – chilly as it might be – heading off for a relaxing break when the daylight hours are shorter and the temperature is better suited to s...

Real Weddings: Living The Life of a Wedding Consultant – Interview with Stephanie Methven

November 4, 2014

Weddings

If you're a bride-to-be (or perhaps have just watched too many rom-coms) you might have spent a little time wondering what working as a wedding consultant is actually like. Is it a life of boundless romantic mo...

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