Last year, nearly a quarter of all overseas holidays
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Last year, nearly a quarter of all overseas holidays
Last year, nearly a quarter of all overseas holidays were taken in private holiday homes, most booked direct with the owner online*. So why are holiday rentals so popular? !(OME!WAY#OMPANY *Based on statistics from the Mintel ‘self catering holidays – UK’ report, February 2007 Wherever the destination and whatever the theme, consult Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next travel feature. Founded in 1996, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk now lists an unrivalled selection of properties to rent and provides great choice, great prices and great flexibility for holidaymakers. Private holiday rentals meet today’s travellers’ desire for freedom, authenticity, local interaction and gastronomic experiences. Part of HomeAway, Inc. the world leader for online holiday rentals, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk is the UK’s biggest and longest established holiday home rentals site, with: Approximately 200 new properties added every week A home for every type of holiday; from beach to ski, budget to luxury Thousands of unique and unusual holiday homes Over 12 million visits from travellers each year Consult the postcards for inspiration and an overview of the great choice on offer, or email Sarah Chambers on [email protected] with any questions. Live the destination... Greetings from the roof-tops of Venice Property 63751 City Breaks With thousands of chic city centre rentals across Europe and further afield, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk provides travellers with a cost-effective alternative to pricey ‘boutique’ hotels. Renting a private apartment often works out up to 20 per cent cheaper than a similar standard hotel, and you get much more than just a room. In addition to bedrooms, a holiday rental provides living/dining space, separate bathrooms and well equipped kitchens. Even in studios or smaller apartments kitchenettes are provided, enabling travellers to save money by having some meals at home so they can splash out on nice lunches and dinners, excursions or souvenirs. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from our luxury chalet in Chamonix Property 67114 Skiing holidays Holiday-Rentals.co.uk lists over 800 properties in ski resorts throughout the world, providing a vast range of accommodation to suit every group size and budget, with apartments starting from under £100 per person per week. The ski directory makes it easy to find the perfect accommodation; whether it’s an apartment at the heart of the après-ski action, or a ski-in, ski-out chalet on a quiet mountainside. For example, youngsters might choose Bulgaria for budget bargains and halfpipes, or an apartment in the vibrant Val d’Isère, while more mature skiers will appreciate the choice of luxury chalets among breathtaking scenery in France, Italy, Switzerland, or Canada. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from all the family – Fido too! Property 72713 Family & Pet-Friendly holidays Holiday homes are perfect for families, providing space, private facilities, a safe environment, the flexibility to eat in or out, and huge savings on travel agent prices. Many properties are pet-friendly, so Fido or Fluffy can come too. Everyone has their own space, giving kids room to breathe, and parents room to relax. Whether the family likes traditional beach holidays, rural retreats or action-packed adventures, there’ll be a holiday home to suit them on Holiday-Rentals.co.uk. With holidays a key time for re-establishing family bonds, rentals are ideal for larger, extended family groups too. Or two families can double up to cut costs and keep the kids entertained. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from Le Bora Villa in Mauritius Property 51491 Romantic Hideaways Holiday-Rentals.co.uk has thousands of romantic holiday hideaways without the celebrity price-tags. Whatever makes you go weak at the knees, there will be a holiday rental that is the perfect match. On a romantic break the main priorities are privacy and a breathtaking setting, which usually don’t come cheap, but by booking direct with the owner online, you can find an idyllic private love-nest that won’t break the bank. Sun, sea and sand lovers can find their own island paradise; chic city pads are a classic; or for hopeless romantics, perhaps a chateau suite, cosy cottage or chalet would suit. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from our spa villa in Barbados Property 15972 Spa Breaks For some well-earned rest and relaxation, choose a holiday home with or near spa facilities, or in a spa town. You don’t need to pay 5 star hotel prices to be pampered. Holiday-Rentals.co.uk lists hundreds of such properties worldwide. Property 15972 (pictured) has its own therapy room and provides a range of holistic treatments and Reiki courses, plus a pool, Jacuzzi, hammocks, large garden and maid service. Rentals on spa resorts in Europe are great for those on a budget, with rates from £400 per week; or properties near thermal springs in France and Italy suit those who want to get away from it all. Discerning travellers seeking ultimate luxury are spoilt for choice in the Caribbean. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from the 18th green Property 52171 Golf Getaways On Holiday-Rentals.co.uk, golf lovers are spoilt for choice, with thousands of private holiday homes within pitching distance of world-renowned golf resorts in the UK, Europe and further afield - from Barbados to Bali. Apartments are available from around £100 per person per week. Sandy beaches, spa facilities, great restaurants, shops and bars are never far away, providing plenty to entertain non-golfers too. Holiday-Rentals.co.uk is right on par with its special golf directory which makes finding the perfect golf getaway easy. Find a holiday home overlooking the greens in just a few clicks. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Property 5217 1 Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from our rural paradise Property 7326 Rural Retreats Peter Mayle’s book and the subsequent film adaptation, ‘A Good Year’, got many yearning for their own idyllic rural retreat. So why not rent someone else’s and live the dream for a few weeks a year? Enjoy the peace, tranquillity and privacy of a holiday hideaway in a breathtaking setting, away from the rat race of everyday life. With thousands of charming, unique rural rentals, full of character to choose from on Holiday-Rentals.co.uk, you can try something different each year. Stone cottages, farmhouses, cabins, chateaux and gites, plus converted fincas, mas, mills and other unique properties provide an unrivalled choice of enchanting escapes throughout the world. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Property 1988 2 Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Group greetings from our castle in the Caymans’ Property 51295 Special Occasions Holiday rentals are ideal for family reunions or special occasions like weddings, with thousands of large properties available to rent throughout the world. From stately English country houses, to this luxury oceanfront castle in the Caymans, there are properties to suit every occasion and group. Most large holiday homes have extensive gardens and pools, as well as beautiful suites and fantastic entertaining spaces. With the Cayman’s castle you get 300 feet of white sandy beach, as well as two terraces and an infinity pool overlooking the sea. Whether it’s a period property, such as a chateau, or a large luxury villa with pool, a holiday home provides a unique and memorable setting for a special event. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from Dar Rondé in Morocco’ Property 13882 Unique Holiday Homes For a really memorable holiday, renting a unique property creates a lasting impression and provides a break from the norm. Thanks to the many Brits buying and renovating unusual properties in to dream holiday homes, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk now has a wealth of unique properties on offer. From cave houses, to boat and tree houses, experience life from a whole new angle! Live like kings and queens in a fairytale chateau, or stay in a traditional Moroccan Riad or white-washed Puglian ‘trulli’. Alternatively, choose from a whole host of other conversions; churches, mills, vineyards, fincas, mas, and even a lighthouse! !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature Greetings from our luxury tower in Italy Property 53391 Luxurious Havens For the discerning traveller, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk lists thousands of luxury holiday homes and dealing direct with owners means an extremely customised service too. Do you want your own personal chef, or a wine tour arranged? Many owners offer a whole host of extras on request. Or perhaps you would prefer to do nothing at all except relax and enjoy your exclusive surroundings. Take a dip in your private infinity pool, or soothe stressed muscles in your Jacuzzi or sauna. On Holiday-Rentals.co.uk you can rent the Ibiza villa frequented by Groove Armada, and this stunning tower overlooking the sea in Positano Bay. From cottages to castles, there are thousands of luxury properties worldwide. !(OME!WAY#OMPANY Live the destination Wherever the destination, whatever the theme consider www.Holiday-Rentals.co.uk for your next holiday travel feature