Top 10 Brittany Beaches
When we think of beaches in France, our minds naturally wander to the South of France – sometimes it’s easy to overlook the beauty of Western France’s coastline… in particular, well-known surf mecca, Brittany. ...
Top 5 Places to Visit in Northern France
Northern France is often overlooked when planning a French getaway, while Southern France never fails to be a popular choice for family holidays and romantic retreats. However, here at Oliver's Travels we ...
Northern France Travel Guide
Most people only see Northern France from behind a car window as they drive south towards postcard-pretty Provence or the chateaux-studded Dordogne. But look beyond the flat, barren expanses edging the A26 to d...
Our villa in Secret France with Rick Stein: Maison Sebastien
We all love a bit of Rick Stein – his cookbooks are a staple throughout homes in Britain and his famed restaurant in Padstow is one of our favourites to visit while exploring Cornwall in the summer. His rustic,...
Best Restaurants in Biarritz: Where Do Locals Go?
Biarritz, in South West France, is all about surf, golf, amazing green landscapes and beautiful beaches. It's one of the places that should be top of your to-do list when you visit the French Basque Country, an...
Things To Do in Biarritz: What Do Locals Suggest?
Ah, the French Basque Country… a region that has such a mix of Basque tradition and French charm that it immediately wins the heart of every tourist that visits. What’s not to love? The incredible beaches, frie...
The Local’s Guide To Authentic Biarritz
The breathtaking coastline of Biarritz in France's Basque Country offers an ever so elegant lifestyle to visitors and locals alike, perfectly blended with laid-back surf culture, decadent cuisine and pieces of ...
The Best Wine Regions of France
French heritage and wine go hand in hand. Without one, you simply can't have the other, and with little effort, the country conjures images of rolling vineyards, chateaux and sun-kissed slopes.
Each year,&nb...
Three Things to Do In Cannes During the Film Festival
In certain parts of Cannes, the star-studded film festival is quite literally part of the scenery; whether it's the celebrity handprints on the Allée des Etoiles du Cinéma or the faces of beloved movie characte...
48 Hours in the Dordogne
With the eponymous river running through its heart, the Dordogne really is a treasure trove when it comes to the hidden beauty of France. It's got history, culture and tasty cuisine in spades, and the...
What to Do and Where to Stay in Vendee and Poitou-Charentes
Tourists visiting France will almost always be drawn to the typical hot spots. Paris, the Cote d'Azur, Lyon, the French Alps and the Dordogne - you name it, you've probably considered it. But it's abo...
Team Travels: Cannes
By now, it should come as no surprise that Oliver's Travels is made up of passionate intrepid travellers. But if there's one person who loves to put pen to paper, it's our in-house copywriter, Natalie. She rece...
Team Travels: Dordogne
Once more our dashing team have been out and about visiting all the wonderful properties in our portfolio. This time, our kooky photographer Laeti and her two interns headed off to visit our chateaux in the&nbs...
Top 5 Luxury Ski Chalets in Europe
Speeding down snowy slopes under frost-capped mountains is a thrill that ski fans will be very familiar with. At our luxury ski chalets in Europe, you can spend evenings with your family huddled by the open-fir...
Top 5 Villas in Aquitaine
Whether you're seeking a remote escape with your special someone or just looking to sink your teeth into new uncharted cultures - a trip to Aquitaine will be one to remember. Start by taking a look at our...
3 Top Vineyards For Your Bordeaux Wine Tasting Trip
There are over 100,000 vineyards scattered across Bordeaux, making it one of France’s top wine regions. Wherever you choose to rent a chateau in Bordeaux, you’re never far from a crop of top quality wineries, many of which offer a v...
Lavender Honey & Thyme Ice Cream Recipe
If you’re heading to one of our villas in Provence, not only will you enjoy the stunning accommodation with friends and family – but also the delicious regional food to go with it. We already hig...
Top 5 Villas in Brittany
Brittany is famed chiefly for its beaches, and with so much coastline to explore it’s certainly one of the best reasons to visit the region. For travellers coming from the UK, it’s very accessible – its magnifi...
Team Travels : Lyon
Our gorgeous photographer Laeti recently got back from a trip back to her hometown, Lyon. And although you don't have the pleasure of knowing her personally, let me tell you - she talks about Lyon a lot! So let...
10 Cracking Party Houses to Rent Near London
Come rain or shine; we're not ones to shy away from a party. From birthday bashes, weddings, divorce parties (yes, they're a thing) to family reunions, there's forever something to celebrate. And quit...