Vendee & Charente Travel Guide - Oliver's Travels

Vendée & Charente Travel Guide

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...

Normandy Travel Guide

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...

Tuscany Travel Guide

With its rolling fields, historical heritage and a cuisine that's a delight for all the senses, it's no wonder taking a trip through Tuscany is one of the most popular Italian choices for holidaymakers. Yet eve...
Loire Valley - Travel Guide by Oliver's Travels

Loire Valley Travel Guide

The Loire Valley is full of countless acres of beautiful woods, vineyards and farmland that produce some of France's revered ingredients and delicacies, and a wealth of history and beautiful architecture that d...

Midi-Pyrénées Travel Guide

A relatively new addition to France, the Midi-Pyrénées was created to surround the cultural capital of Toulouse in the late 1970s. You might think that its relative youth would mean the Midi-Pyrénées ...
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A Guide to the Minho Region, Portugal

Minho is a region in Northern Portugal that has it all: history, culture, natural beauty and, of course, wine. Vineyards blanket the slopes of mountains and unfurl from the riverbanks, while a dramatic coastlin...
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Top 10 Villas in Mallorca

It’s almost as if Mallorca was tailor-made as a holiday destination. Relatively easy to get to, small enough to be easily explored but big enough to offer the full range of holiday experiences. It’s obviously g...

The Top 10 Family Friendly Villas in Tuscany

Tuscany is a wonderful choice for taking the whole family on holiday. You'll find a great variety of landscapes, activities, sun, food, and wine for well-deserving parents. To make the very most of having your ...
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Our Most Beautiful 10 Villas in Sicily

Discover the enchanting allure of Sicily, where cobblestone streets whisper tales of ancient charm, sun-kissed beaches beckon with endless allure, and every vista is a picturesque masterpiece. Whether you crave...

Most Beautiful Towns and Villages in Umbria

Often referred to as the green heart of Italy, Umbria is a treasure trove of exploration. You couldn't possibly ignore Umbria's fertile landscape, olive groves or seducing vineyards. But it’s also easy to get s...

Top 10 villas in Umbria

Umbria is Italy at its very best and once you get a glimpse of the region you'll totally understand why Umbria is also known as the green heart of Italy. It would be near impossible to ignore the beautiful roll...

Top 10 family weekend getaways in the UK

Whether you find pleasure in long walks in the countryside, get excited about riding a thrilling rollercoaster, or prefer canoeing on a peaceful river - the UK has plenty of attractions for family weekend break...
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Ireland Travel Guide

A land of literary greatness, folktales and romantic landscapes, Ireland is our unsung hero when it comes to fantastic European destinations. Drink in the atmosphere, hubbub and culture of Dublin, the splendour...

Cotswolds Travel Guide

Staycations are on the up-and-up! If you're looking to escape to South West England(and we think you should!) then you've probably already looked at the Cotswolds - chocolate box villages, rolling green country...
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New Holiday Destinations for 2021

If, like us, you’ve now got to fit all your 2020 holiday ideas into 2021 (and your friends and family are going all out in talks about extra annual leave and holidays next year) deciding where to go is going to...