Need inspiration for where to travel in 2019? Here are our top 7 picks what’s trending in luxury travel. We have compiled our recommendations of where to go, where to stay and the best time of year to visit. Get your travel group together –  its time to start planning ahead to secure the best offers available.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] This is a topic I can honestly say I have a lot of experience with. Working with a Luxury Villa Rental Agency, I have arranged hundreds of villa vacations for families. My partner and I have arranged numerous  for our own big families; most recently a family villa holiday in Phuket for 22 of us. Staying in a Villa allows your family to get together from around the world and spend effortless quality time together. This is easily achievable when staying in a villa rather than hotel rooms. In a recent article How to Survive a Family Vacation Conde Nast Traveller summed this up perfectly – ‘You’re a family, and you want to live like a family’ . Here is a list of tips for ensuring everyone has a great time on their family villa holiday. 1. Book a villa with space for everyone. The Villas in Bali and… Read more »

Planning on spending New Year’s Eve in Phuket? Over the years our team have had the very difficult task of attending some of the biggest parties and celebrations across the Island…all in the name of research. Phuket is the most in demand location in Thailand with the weather being at its peak, you can be sure it will be a warm evening, perfect for beachside cocktail parties and letting your hair down. Here is a list of our top 5 places to go for New Years Eve in Phuket.

[vc_row][vc_column][thb_image full_width=”true” alignment=”center” image=”8559″ img_size=”large” img_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.villagetaways.com%2Fvillas%2Fdisplay%2FVilla%2F402||target:%20_blank”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] If you enjoy the sound of waves right outside your window, Villa Getaways’ choice of Phuket beachfront villas really are a dream come true. Nothing says ‘luxury holiday’ like an exclusive private villa in a tropical paradise. Add to that absolute beach frontage and you’ve pretty much ticked all boxes for a heavenly beachside holiday in fabulous Phuket. Hello holiday lovers! Imagine setting foot outside your luxurious exclusive Phuket villa only to find you’re a few short steps away from the shoreline. A private walkway winding down to the beach below or a grassed terrace that greets the sand can be all yours for the duration of your stay. Whether you’re more the sun-lounging type or you prefer some action-packed adventure on your holiday, you can choose from a multitude of water activities to keep you entertained. You may want to try kayaking, with… Read more »

[vc_row][vc_column][thb_image full_width=”true” lightbox=”true” image=”8329″ img_size=”large”][thb_gap height=”40″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Fine white sand that squeaks when you walk on it, glistening crystal waters that invite you to take a splash, palm trees swaying in the balmy Andaman Sea breezes… There’s a lot to love about Phuket’s world-famous beaches. The Hotels.com-operated site Phuket.com has compiled its own list of fabulous sandy stretches to tick off your “to do” list while visiting the island. With more than 30 beaches stretching around the 48km-long and 21km-wide island, you’ll find Phuket’s western coastline offers a first class pick of pristine beaches. A jewel in the crown of Thailand’s travel catalogue, Phuket Province is a drawcard for so many reasons. Along with its year-round beach weather, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and glorious beaches, Phuket offers Thailand’s unique culture mixed with an enticing melting pot of attractions. Sun seekers can spend all day relaxing on the sand then sample the exciting… Read more »

Imagine, sunshine soaked afternoons by the pool in a luxury villa, at an exotic location with a group of your best friends. This dream could be a reality when you think about the many benefits to traveling in numbers. Vampped (LA Models) show us exactly how much fun a group getaway can be HERE. Here are 5 reasons why organising your next group getaway with us is a grand idea. 1. COST EFFECTIVE ~ Luxury life can be sharp on the wallet, but when expenses are shared, a luxury villa escape can be surprisingly affordable. 2. EXCITING EXCURSIONS ~ Book a private van and driver for the day and get out to explore the very best local attractions. More friends means you can take advantage of group discounts. 3. VILLA FACILITIES ~ Most of our Luxury villas have comprehensive games rooms, and Infinity pools – Explore the grounds and play while… Read more »