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Huerta de Las Vegas – A luxury villa in Andalucia

If you are looking to rent a villa in Andalucia and want to make sure you stay well away from the ‘concrete jungles’, then you may want to consider heading off to Huerta de las Vegas to experience a magical getaway in the most stunning of settings. If peace, privacy, tranquillity and harmony, away from

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Don’t miss out on our cheap European villa deals

The summer might be slowly winding up, but in many European destinations, the less ‘rasping’ heat of high summer, the less crowded bars and beaches and the lower priced flights, makes September the perfect month to jet off to sunnier climes. To guarantee a last minute trip is as economical as possible, be sure to

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The race for European Capital of Culture 2012 heats up in Portugal

Tourism in Portugal may not be as thriving this year as it has been in previous years, but the Algarve, with its long sandy beaches and charming seaside resorts, will never fail to attract visitors, many of whom return year after year. It is hardly surprising therefore that the Algarve tourism chief Nuno Aires criticized

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Are you worried about overspending on holiday?

According to some research just carried out by Opinion Matters on behalf of www.mytravelcash.com, over half of UK travelers are worried about over spending on their holidays. Possibly a hangover from our economy woes, we have all had to watch the pennies a little more closely and hopefully this article will help you do exactly

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Where to stay in Provence

Known as one of the the wine capitals of the world, wherever you stay in Provence you’re never too far away from good food, wine and interesting culture. There’s a huge amount to do and see in Provence including lots of charming chateaux to see, untold wine tours to join and some of the prettiest villages in France. When

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Possibly the best holiday villa in Corfu

Akrothalassa is the latest addition to our Corfu portfolio and boy are we proud to have it ‘on the books’. The name is literally translated as ‘on the water’s edge’ – probably something to do with its incredibly unique pool design, which literally sits around the property. It has 2 bedrooms and sleeps 4.

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Pre holiday food shopping with select French holiday villas

We’ve recently asked some of our French holiday villa owners to lay on a little welcome pack for arriving guests and very happy to report that they are coming on board with the idea. This means that whatever time of day or night you arrive at the villa that you always have the essentials to

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Luxury villas in South West France

We’ve just added a fantastic property to our ever growing portfolio of luxury villas in South West France. It’s called Le Prada, sleeps up to 11, has a tennis court, a family sized (fenced) swimming pool and is located just 50 minutes from beaches in Capbreton, Hossegor, Seignosse – all of which are wide, sandy beaches

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Villa with private pool in Malhão, Algarve, Portugal

One of the latest luxury villas with a pool in the Algarve to join our portfolio is Casa do Inglês, located at Malhão on the Algarve in Portugal. It sleeps up to a party of 10 and has its own private pool and separate solar heated children’s pool as well as a circular meditation area

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Things to do in Dordogne, France

The Dordogne is one of those places you simply never forget as a tourist. It’s stoopped in history and offers an incredible range of things to do and see. The North tends to be more about the green rolling hills, vineyards, forests and prairies, whilst the south (the more popular) is culturally rich with numerous

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Luxury Villas in Menorca

We’ve been working hard to discover (and add to our growing portfolio) the best private luxury villas in Menorca so as to take the stress out of the search process for you. If you haven’t yet been to Menorca then take it from us that you are missing one of the Mediterranean’s finest holiday locations.

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Cheap Villas to rent in the Mediterranean

For gorgeous villas in the Med which cost less than £200 per person, per week, check out our luxury villas and houses with private pools in areas of local tradition and culture. Here’s a small selecton of properties under £200 per person, per week. Gozo Ta’Marie is a lovely four bedroom, four bathroom Gozitan town

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Villas with private pools in Andalucia for May half-term

You may have recently seen the Jamie (Oliver) In Andalucia program, which showcased some of the key destinations in Andalucia… not forgetting the delicious local delicacies. Head to Spain this May half-term, where a selection of properties with private pool are available on the Costa de la Luz – which combines all the characteristics of

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Skopelos villas with pools – the home of Mamma Mia

If you’ve seen the blockbuster Mamma Mia (film version) then no doubt you’ll have admired the gorgeous backdrop of white sandy beaches, turquoise waters, quaint Greek villas and a culture that hasn’t changed for centuries. The island is absolutely gorgeous and we’ve got a selection of stunning private villas with pools to rent. Go visit

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Luxury Villas in Umbria

Recharge the batteries at Cà di Cicala which is located in a tranquil setting in an off-the beaten track location in Umbria – the green heart of Italy. The property comprises two charming restored cottages – interlinked by a stone walkway – which are located at the end of a winding lane past woods, vineyards

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2010 is Holy Year in Galicia (‘Ano Jacobeo’ in Spanish)

2010 is the official Ano Jacobeo, otherwise known as the Holy Year in Galicia. This year the celebrations take place on Sunday 25 July in Galicia and it’s set to be a popular one! The history of Ano Jacobeo is that it is celebrated each year that the feast of the Apostle James (25 July) falls

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Save up to £300 on a property on Turkey’s Lycian Coast

Savings of up to £300 are available this summer on a week’s rental of Koknar Evi – a lovely property on Turkey’s Lycian coast . The maximum saving is applicable during peak season weeks and means a week’s rental – from 19 July to 23 August – is reduced to £1195.  Or, in May, a

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