Best Family Activities In Wales
There's not much of Wales that isn't either incredibly beautiful to look at or boasts something fun to do, which handily makes it a fantastic venue for an unforgettable family. Whether you're out and about expl...
Best Diving Sites in Europe
Deep-sea adventurer Jacques Cousteau once said, "The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever." And, we would have to agree. Water happens to cover 70.9% of the world's surface,...
The Best Coastal Holidays in the UK
Oh, I do like to be beside the seaside. Oh, I do like to be beside the sea. Oh, I do like to stroll along the prom, prom, prom where the brass bands play tiddle...
Team Travels: Wales
Our lovely photographer Laeti has just got back from Wales! We've been following her Insta Stories like a hawk but now it's time for a real catch up. We've snagged 10 minutes of her time to find out everyt...
Going Walkies? Here are 10 Dog-Friendly Cottages for a UK Break
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
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...
The Most Popular UK Holiday Homes
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...
Wales Travel Guide
While the image of lush valleys and a laid-back lifestyle are right at the heart of a holiday in Wales, don’t think stunning landscapes and a bit of relaxation are the only thing on offer in this beautiful coun...
Best Foodie Experiences in Wales
With so much luscious landscape on offer, it's no wonder Wales produces some fantastic ingredients that get turned into equally enticing dishes. Wales is great for foodie exploration whether you visit with frie...
Best Group Activities for Grown Ups in Wales
Is there anywhere as welcoming, wonderful and full of fantastic things to do as Wales? If you and your friends are thinking of heading off on an adventure together, there's few places better suited than England...
Unmissable European Events and Festivals in December
December is all about celebration. It might be the middle of winter throughout Europe, but there’s plenty of joy and celebration swirling around – perhaps as a bit of a remedy for all that cold and wet weather ...
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...
Unmissable European Events and Festivals in August
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...
Day of the Dragon: Great Ways To Celebrate St. David’s Day
Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus - Happy St David's Day! Welsh pride is at its strongest around the national holiday on 1st March. Celebrations take place up and down the country, with proud Cymry donning daffodils or leek...
Escape to the Country for Half -Term Holidays
Spring half-term is always the most dismal break in the school calendar: it's never actually spring yet, everything's still cold and damp and there's very little on the horizon to look forward to. Instead of an...
Top 5 Walks in Wales
Wales is truly a place of natural wonder, with wild and mountainous scenery, stunning shorelines and incredible local legends surrounding it all. When it comes to exploring, we can't think of a better way than ...
The Ultimate Quirky Converted UK Homes
Inglethorpe Hall, Norfolk
Live like a king at Inglethorpe Hall - Norfolk - Oliver's Travels
In the early 1920s, no less than three Queens came to tea at once when the last of the Davy family - Colonel and ...
3 Ideas For An Ideal Family Autumn Break
Taking the kids away on an autumn break can be the ideal way to really explore the countryside, so here at Oliver's Travels, we've picked out three of our favourite locations for seasonal holidays. If one of th...
Best Properties for Natural Beauty in Wales
As well as its world-class historical sites, museums and galleries, Wales is also particularly famed for its jaw-dropping landscapes. Boasting lush green valleys, beautiful hilltops, stunning coastlines and sea views, Wales is full of ...