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01 December 2011
Coast
Do several jobs at once. Scott Tibbles knew he didn't want to wait until retirement to live by the sea. So he moved his family to Salcombe to begin his new life as an entrepreneur.
26 November 2011
Europe's best city apartments. From a chic Parisian loft to a family-friendly flat in Rome. Annabelle Thorpe picks 20 great places to rent.
29 October 2011
The Daily Telegraph
Travel Views. Your views or tips could win you ferry tickets to France.
01 October 2011
Italia
My life in the lakes and mountains. Bromley based Gary Pennington owns a 3 bedroomed apartment on Lake Como. He enjoys frequent visits from autumn to spring and lets the property to holidaymakers during the summer month.
29 September 2011
Scunthorpe Telegraph
Why you should give Gozo a go! At the beginning of the year I was thinking about our summer holidayand wanted a change from the Canary Island and decided to give Gozo; a tiny (nine miles long by four miles wide) island five miles off the coast of Malta a shot.
08 September 2011
Take a Break
Take a break this summmer. It's back to school week and time to start planning your 2012 getaway.
01 September 2011
Baby Hampshire
Luxurious, exotic, relaxing...we've got them all in our selection of family holiday ideas.
01 September 2011
Full House
Crunch buster travel. Postcard from Guardmar.
30 August 2011
www.ThisisMoney.co.uk
Can you make money from renting your home during the olympics - or any other time?
Telegraph.co.uk
Travel advice: Data roaming charges revisited. Thank you to the many readers who responded to our recent feature on reducing mobile phone roaming costs abroad.
28 August 2011
The Sunday Telegraph
Queries in Brief: We celebrate an anniversary next year and would like to rent a beach house on the gulf coast of Florida?
25 August 2011
The Glasgow Evening Times
Put your best foot forward. Walking holidays: choose from dramatic uphill hikes or scenic and sedate strolls.
01 August 2011
French Property News
Surge in French holidays. The enduring appeal of France coupled with unrest in popular holiday destinations in the Middle East as well as the ash cloud disruption has seen an increase in British and French holidaymakers alike choosing l'hexagone as their destination of choice this year.
01 August 2011
The Sunday Times
6 of the best celebrity holiday homes. Sun, sea, sand, what more could you want from a holiday let? How about the chance to snoop around a star's sock drawer?
09 July 2011
The Guardian
We know what we want this summer...That'll be spag bol twice a day, actress lessons and scuba diving. No problem - our travel experts have plenty of suggestions.
The Sunday Express
The recession may be stifling residential buying and selling rates but in holiday lets, business has never looked better.
14 June 2011
The Telegraph
Bumper number of people to holiday in France. Unrest in the Middle East and memories of last year's ash cloud may have contributed to the high number of people choosing to holiday in France this summer.
Living Spain
15 ways to boost your holiday rental income...Ian Ravandale gives us some handy hints to get the best out of
your holiday home.
08 May 2011
Sunday Express
Donal Macintyre and his family tried the varied pleasures of three places to stay in a Mallorcan village with an esteemed following.
02 May 2011
More
Over Royal Fever already? Here's where to go to escape the wedding of the year!
20 April 2011
Travelmole
Just under half of schools
are happy for parents to
take their children out of
school in term time,
according to a new survey
by Owners Direct.
03 April 2011
The Sunday Times
Summer for less than £400.
06 March 2011
The People
Devon's hen heaven. What are the options for a bride that wants a sophisticated take on the traditional hen party? Westaway Villa in Ilfracombe, North Devon, has a solution.
21 February 2011
Angels and Urchins
Travel Directory: Self-catering villas are a fantastic option for value, privacy and location (you name it, there's probably a villa there). The internet has had a revolutionary affect on the lettings market and sites such as www.ownersdirect.co.uk and www.holiday-rentals.co.uk are filled with fabulous properties.
19 February 2011
The Daily Telegraph
North America 2011: From family resorts and theme parks to the contrasting attractions of the big cities and the rugged interior, the United States and Canada offer something for everyone.
17 February 2011
The Telegraph
Guide to hotel's and packages in North America: holiday planner 2011. Our complete guide to booking a package holiday or a hotel stay in North America.
13 February 2011
The Independent
Ten top....Half term deals.
05 February 2011
The Daily Telegraph
Greece 2011: Beautiful islands, archeology and value make this a perennial hot spot.
04 February 2011
The Guardian
Valentine's weekend 10 late deals: Left it a bit late to book a romantic break for valentines? Fear not, we've found 10 great places to stay next weekend, including a few real bargains.
03 February 2011
The Telegraph
Guide to hotels and villas in Greece. Our complete guide to booking a villa, hotel or cottage in Greece, including luxury options and cheaper accommodation.
31 January 2011
AOL Travel
Ten of the best Canary Island Holidays for under £500. These holidays in the Canary Islands are perfect, whether you're looking for a bit of winter sun, or
you're already planning your summer holiday. And they're purse-friendly, too....
29 January 2011
The Guardian
Lisbon council has turned over derelict buildings to street artists with stunning results. Lisbon is an elegant city of pastal buildings with terracotta roofs, jumbled together on cobbled streets.
22 January 2011
The Times
Leave the crowds behind for the other side of Lanzarote. It's no longer all Lanza-grotty. A more stylish side on the island is emerging.
13 January 2011
The Telegraph
Our complete guide to booking a villa or cottage in France including luxury options and cheaper accommodation in Provence, Brittany and Normandy.
13 January 2011
Pick Me Up
We're off to Lake Como......
05 December 2010
The Independant on Sunday
Going...going...almost gone...festive holiday lets. You usually need to book early for a self catering property over the festive period, especially for large parties.
01 December 2010
Travelbite
Christmas breaks in Lapland. Families looking for special holidays this Christmas have the option of visiting Lapland to treat youngsters to a memorable experience.
01 December 2010
A Place in the Sun
I'm feeling pregnant after my paella...
November 2010
Living Abroad Magazine
Caribbean Crush. Fall in love with one of these luxurious villa rentals and plan a winter escape on an island in the sun.
23 November 2010
The Telegraph
Our pick of the best travel deals and discounts around Britain, including an offer to spend Christmas in Perthshire.
14 November 2010
Au reviour, allo allo - give your little linguists a head start!
29 October 2010
Travelbite
Budapest with the kids. Budapest is one of Europe's top city break destinations but how do you approach the city of
spas and coffee houses with kids in tow?
28 October 2010
Wanderlust
Rise in the number of travellers attempting local languages. The most common languages attempted by travellers abroad are Spanish, French, German and Italian.
22 October 2010
Property Wire
Here currency specialists HiFX and partners give an expert view on reducing the costs
of holiday home ownership.
27 October 2010
The Telegraph
Study reveals common gaffes when using a foreign language.Calling Greek locals a “squid”, asking for a “condom” at the breakfast table, and declaring
yourself “pregnant” to a French waiter are among the most common mistakes made by
Britons.
24 October 2010
The Independant
The Dordogne: These may not be Englishmen's castles but it feels like home.
01 October 2010
Conde Naste Traveller
Owners Direct was voted 3rd Best Villa Rental Website at the 2010 Conde Nast Travel Awards.
07 October 2010
The Gravesend Messenger
There are plenty of places to stay in Paris, from budget and mid range hotels to exclusive apartments.
01 October 2010
Metro
Travel Doctor - I'm planning a girls holiday to Benidorm next summer...can you recommend an operator that can guarantee a good time on the cheapest price?
01 October 2010
The Sunday Times
Monte-Carlo for less. It's not just for playboys; paupers can strike it lucky in the pocket sized principality, too.
18 September 2010
The Times
Paris flats to rent from £75. A selection of flats to rent at affordable prices.
05 September 2010
Crowds? What crowds? Your top secret guide to unspoilt Britain and Ireland.
02 August 2010
Womans Own
If you haven't booked your summer holiday yet don't panic. There are still great deals to be had in Europe's most popular and picturesque resorts - just take your pick.
01 August 2010
Living Abroad Magazine
Relax and unwind in the sunshine at one of these luxurious villas in France and Italy.
01 August 2010
A Place in the Sun
False teeth, wigs, kinky underwear...if you rent out your overseas home, these are just a few of the things you might find there left behind by forgetful holidaymakers!
18 July 2010
Sunday Express Top 10 Travel Websites
Following the launch of a Government backed campaign to boost internet availability and usage, the Sunday Express picked their favourite sites.
June 2010
Right Start Magazing: Court Farm Cottages
A holiday home can be a home from home. But with thousands to choose from, knowing where to find the right one can be tricky.
01 March 2010
Homes Overseas: Editors Choice
With panoramic views of the Algarve.....Casa Rupi really does offer the ideal location for a group of family or friends to enjoy Portugal.
20 December 2009
The Observer: Renting a cottage or villa could be the best bet for 2010
"Sites such as ......ownersdirect.co.uk are increasingly popular with consumers, as booking direct with the villa owner cuts out the additional costs imposed by a tour operator."
December 2009
Property Community: Owners of holiday rental properties looking ahead to a good 2010
"Courney Wiley revealed that traffic to the company's two UK sites, HomeAway.co.uk and OwnersDirect.co.uk, was 13% greater in July 2009 than it was in January at a time when there has been a decrease of 2% across travel sites in general. 'We expect this trend to continue even as the economy improves as there has been a significant shift towards travellers seeking better value for their holiday money,'"
October 2009
A Place in the SunThe Ellises own three apartments in Kalkan, a romantic harbour town on Turkey’s Mediterranean Coast. Could you fall in love with it, too?