The Midlands is sorely under-appreciated when it comes to great places for a family holiday, and if you're thinking of staying in the UK at one of our luxury cottages in the Midlands you'll be surprised at...
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...
Want to get the inside scoop on Brittany before you book? You’ll find our full Brittany travel guide below, full of tips, inspiration and great things to do.
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Last summer, our Marketing and Communications Manager, Tasj, went up north to visit Yorkshire. She had a jam-packed few days and couldn’t wait to tell us all about it…although she did take her time putting it a...
The people of Champagne have a lot to be proud about. Not only do they produce one of the world’s most celebrated fizzy drinks, the region was awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 2015, meaning it’s an ...
All over the UK, there is vast countryside bursting with vivid and unexplored natural beauty. The picturesque outdoors is calling out to be explored and if you feel like you’re ready to answer, we’ve got a sugg...
Ah, St Tropez... that oh-so-chic pocket of the Côte D’Azur where celebs and playboys gather for opulent yacht parties and Michelin star cuisine. Not to mention Pampelonne beach with its white sands an...
We're a bunch of travel-fans here at Oliver's Travels (shocker!), so whenever any members of our team go on adventures near or far, we always pester them for all the details as soon as they get back. Our Digita...
There's so much to explore when it comes to food in Ireland. Though you wouldn't be wrong in thinking Gaelic cuisine is simple, hearty and tasty fare, that's only the tip of the iceberg (lettuce) when it comes ...
While Ireland might not boast some of the gaudier tourist attractions you'll find in other countries, its wealth of mythology, beautiful countryside and unique activities means there's loads of stuff to keep th...
With so much on offer, it's a wonder the departments of Vendée and Charente aren't bursting with tourists throughout the year. With Paris not too far off (so travel and a day trip to the City of Light are a bre...
Ireland presents groups of friends who love to travel together with an abundance of things to do, from the exciting and adventurous to the totally relaxing. And with a landscape as sumptuous and dramatic as Ire...
History and gastronomy go hand-in-hand in Normandy, making it a great choice if culture and fine dining are what you're looking for in a holiday! There's still plenty on offer besides the food and tales of yest...
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...
Many of the dishes people consider 'French' actually emerged from Burgundy - escargot, beef bourguignon and even frog's legs all originated in this rich and lustrous region. Couple that with its (well dese...
Renowned throughout the world for its venerable wines, Burgundy is an essential destination for those who appreciate the finer aspects of the winemaker's art. This is a region where you can visit some of the ol...
With a huge variety of landscapes on offer from verdant farmland to ethereal wetlands and stretches of grand coastline, Vendée and Charente plays host to some fantastic activities whether you're travelling...
Normandy's culinary heritage is one that's well worth exploring, not least because of the huge range of fantastic ingredients produced in the region. Here you'll find succulent seafood, robust duck and gam...
With bountiful seas and rich agricultural land in spades, Vendée and Charente are two regions that have loads to offer even the pickiest foodie. With seafood to sample and some of the best rustic French cookery...
With its wealth of beaches, fantastic countryside and a whole host of great day trips that'll make any holiday memorable, Somerset makes an excellent destination for families with kids of all ages. We've listed...