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Enjoy sea views and sumptuous cuisine on the Cote d'Azur

A guide to the sun-drenched cuisine of the Cote d'Azur where the Mediterranean meets Provence

Book villa holidays on the Cote d'Azur and you can look forward to relaxing on the beach, exploring chic resorts like Cannes and St Tropez, and sampling some fine cuisine.

Tuscany: Perfect for a wine tasting break

Top 3 picks for wine tasting on Tuscany villa holidays

Taking part in a Tuscany wine tour is the height of sophistication on holidays in Italy, with the region famous for its excellent products and high-end appeal.

Enjoy the Jane Austen Festival on a short break in Bath

Celebrate the life and work of one of England's finest novelists at the Jane Austen Festival

Bath has many quintessentially English attractions for visitors to enjoy and one of the best is the annual Jane Austen Festival.

Explore a more traditional Italy in Umbria

Explore a more traditional Italy

Without any beaches or coastline Umbria is not one of the most popular areas of Italy but it boasts some of the greenest countryside and plenty of ancient culture and Authentic Italy have plenty of traditional properties to stay in.

Chrislin African Lodge, South Africa

Quirky luxury hotels - stay in a mud hut in South Africa

Why not live the real South African experience by staying in a traditional mud hut? Located on the eastern cape of South Africa, in the heart of Addo, Chrislin Addo Lodge provides not just your ordinary mud hut that you might imagine, but a luxurious, chic and stylish one, with superb facilities.

Get some sun in Jamaica this winter

Stay in a villa fit for the Queen

Visitors to the Caribbean this winter can follow in the footsteps of Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip by staying at the Pepper House in Jamaica, with SJ Villas. The villa is just one of two new properties available for some winter sunshine.

Summer firework festivals in the Cote d'Azur

Summer firework festivals in the Cote d'Azur

For truly dazzling France vacations, there are perhaps few places in the country that can match the Cote d'Azur. This chic holiday destination is well-known for its sunny weather, but there's plenty to see and do in the evening - namely the summer firework festival in Cannes.

Bath holiday cottages

Enjoy a luxury theatre break from Bath holiday cottages

When you pick Bath holiday cottages for a getaway in the UK, you are basing yourself on the doorstep of one of the most popular cities in the country and a place that is bursting with cultural attractions.

Villages to visit when staying in Wye Valley accommodation

Villages to visit when staying in Wye Valley accommodation

Holidaymakers who have been planning to stay in self catering cottages in the Wye Valley might wish to explore some of the area's towns and villages as they are full of character and charm.

Luxury country breaks for Father’s Day

Feature: Luxury country breaks for Father’s Day

The time of year has almost come around again. In one month’s time, dads all over the country will be opening their Father’s Day presents to the delight of gleeful children. But instead of just getting him a pair of socks or a new tie, treat him to a luxury break in the British countryside (get some family members to pitch in, naturally!)

Stay in the lap of luxury in Sri Lanka

Stay in the lap of luxury

If you’ve always dreamt of having your own chef and spending two weeks in your own villa in Sri Lanka, Fleewinter have the holiday for you. The travel company has joined forces with Sri Lanka’s newest activities company Malubanna for a range of breaks.

Combermere Abbey is ideal for group holidays

Combermere Abbey launch three new on-site cottages

Combermere Abbey on the Cheshire/Shropshire border is expanding, offering three new cottages for rental from June. Each sleep between four and 10 guests, bringing the total guest capacity at Combermere Abbey cottages from 27 to 49 in total.

Scotland provies stunning landscapes

Painting breaks in beautiful Scotland

Perthshire is an area of Scotland renowned for its remoteness and idyllic landscapes making it a superb destination for a painting holiday. The Four Season Hotel in St Fillans looks out over the vast natural beauty of Loch Earn and the surrounding rolling hills.

Paxos is an hour from Corfu

Paxos is small in size but big on leisure

The Greek island of Paxos may be little more than an olive-covered dot in the Ionian Sea on a map but it has an awful lot to offer holidaymakers this summer. It is accessible via an hour’s boat ride from Corfu, Paxos retains original Greek charm.

More Brits want property abroad

People want property abroad

Overseas property is becoming increasingly popular with Brits looking for a second home, according to a UK property portal. With interest in foreign property soaring, Rightmove.co.uk highlights France as one of the most searched for destinations.

Scottish Easter retreats for less

Easter getaways at reduced prices

For an Easter getaway in the Scottish countryside, Ecosse Unique is giving visitors the chance to stay in cosy surroundings at a reduced rate. Ranging from a 19th century property to a Victorian villa, there are plenty of properties available.

Enjoy exotic Jamaica in privacy

Privacy and seclusion at private Jamaican villas

A luxurious Jamaican private villa resort is giving holidaymakers the chance to enjoy an exotic vacation in secluded surroundings. The Private Villas of Sandals & Beaches is offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience authentic Jamaica.

Explore Snowdonia during Welsh holiday

Premier Cottages member adds luxury property to portfolio

holiday rental specialist is offering holidaymakers the chance to stay in luxury when visiting the Welsh countryside. Premier Cottages member, Bodnant Estate has added a beautifully converted stone barn to its portfolio.

Stay in luxury in St Barts

Luxury villas available in St Barts for 2011

Those looking for a Caribbean hideaway this year could be in for a treat with Wimco's new villa offerings on the island of St. Barts. The villa specialist offers a selection of new villas, making it even easier to plan a chic Caribbean vacation.

Celebrate Easter in Mallorca

Easter celebrations in a Mallorcan town house

For those wishing to experience traditional Spanish Easter celebrations, Mallorca offers the ideal base for experiencing the many street processions, fireworks, outdoor festivals and amazing Easter food.

Couple's retreat in the countryside

New cottage offerings in South West England unveiled

Couples looking for a romantic UK escape can now stay in style as Sheepskin makes two properties available for separate hire. Due to popular demand, Sheepskin's Tamar Cottages on the Devon Cornwall border are now available to hire individually.

Explore Mallorca this summer

Sun, sea, sand and music in Pollenca

You won't be disappointed if you head to Pollenca in Mallorca looking for sun, sea and sand - and music. To offer the ideal base for the summer, Mallorca Farmhouses has selected a range of traditional fincas, country cottages and luxury villas.

Escape to sunny shores for a golf break

Villa offers at top golfing destinations

There is good news for holidaymakers looking for a golfing getaway in some of the top golfing destinations. Owners Direct has a wide selection of self-catering golfing holiday apartments, villas and farmhouses ideal for an active break.

Head to Pembrokeshire this Easter

Easter in the Welsh countryside

Holidaymakers looking for an Easter escape to the Welsh countryside can find inspiration in the 'Easter Parade' offerings from Coastal Cottages of Pembrokeshire. The specialist is offering a selection of cottages for an Easter break in West Wales.

Stay in rural Scotland

More Scottish cottages for 2011 unveiled

Holidaymaker looking for a countryside retreat in the north of the country can enjoy a cottage holiday in Scotland this year, as Ecosse Unique launches its 2011 brochure. The new brochure showcases more than 450 properties spread across Scotland.

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