| Search | Destination | Villa |
Latest travel information
Important information – Barwell Travel
More informationVilla shortlist
Add your favourite villas to a shortlist
Order your 2011 brochure now
Popular destinations
Home > Holiday news
Holiday news - latest stories
26 Aug 10
Holiday in south of France 'synonymous with sun and glamour'
Taking a summer holiday in the south of France allows tourists to get to the heart of one of the most glamorous parts of the [more]..>
Taking a summer holiday in the south of France allows tourists to get to the heart of one of the most glamorous parts of the [more]..>
26 Aug 10
Villa in Crete may provide base for Inbetweeners filming
The cast of the hit show The Inbetweeners could be staying in a villa in Crete as they start work on their new movie on [more]..>
The cast of the hit show The Inbetweeners could be staying in a villa in Crete as they start work on their new movie on [more]..>
26 Aug 10
Cyprus villa occupants may soon have Ryanair option
Holiday makers could soon travel to their villa in Cyprus on a budget flight with Ryanair.According to a report by Travel Mole, the low-cost carrier [more]..>
Holiday makers could soon travel to their villa in Cyprus on a budget flight with Ryanair.According to a report by Travel Mole, the low-cost carrier [more]..>
25 Aug 10
Book villa in Cyprus and enjoy wine festival
Those spending time at a villa in Cyprus over the next couple of weeks may be in an ideal position to attend a prestigious wine [more]..>
Those spending time at a villa in Cyprus over the next couple of weeks may be in an ideal position to attend a prestigious wine [more]..>
25 Aug 10
Florida holiday offers mix of top food, shopping and attractions
There are plenty of reasons to book a villa in Flordia and head to the Sunshine State for a holiday.Visit Florida notes the benefits of [more]..>
There are plenty of reasons to book a villa in Flordia and head to the Sunshine State for a holiday.Visit Florida notes the benefits of [more]..>
25 Aug 10
Are Biarritz villas a surfer's dream?
Biarritz villas could soon be high in demand among surfers after the French destination was recommended to those who love to hit the waves.Kate Auletta, [more]..>
Biarritz villas could soon be high in demand among surfers after the French destination was recommended to those who love to hit the waves.Kate Auletta, [more]..>
25 Aug 10
Quality of Algarve holidays could be a benchmark
The experience gained from a holiday in the Algarve is something tourist destinations around the world could learn from.Nick Sturge, writing for the Bristol Evening [more]..>
The experience gained from a holiday in the Algarve is something tourist destinations around the world could learn from.Nick Sturge, writing for the Bristol Evening [more]..>
24 Aug 10
Cyprus holiday 'a popular option for Brits'
Taking a holiday in Cyprus is a popular choice among British travellers, many of whom are lured to the Mediterranean island by 400 miles of [more]..>
Taking a holiday in Cyprus is a popular choice among British travellers, many of whom are lured to the Mediterranean island by 400 miles of [more]..>
24 Aug 10
Stay at Lanzarote villa 'can guarantee a great tan'
Staying in a villa in Lanzarote is a good choice during the UK's coldest months, as the Canary Islands are blessed with some of the [more]..>
Staying in a villa in Lanzarote is a good choice during the UK's coldest months, as the Canary Islands are blessed with some of the [more]..>
24 Aug 10
Mallorca holiday is choice of Robbie Williams
Pop star Robbie Williams is said to have taken his new wife Ayda Field on a Mallorca holiday before they tied the knot recently.The Mirror [more]..>
Pop star Robbie Williams is said to have taken his new wife Ayda Field on a Mallorca holiday before they tied the knot recently.The Mirror [more]..>
24 Aug 10
Florida holidays growing in popularity
The number of people taking a holiday in Florida is on the rise, the latest official figures show.Visit Florida has revealed that 20.8 million tourists [more]..>
The number of people taking a holiday in Florida is on the rise, the latest official figures show.Visit Florida has revealed that 20.8 million tourists [more]..>
23 Aug 10
Villa in south of France could host several holidays a year
Taking regular short breaks in villas in the south of France may be more satisfying than gearing all time and funds towards a single, longer [more]..>
Taking regular short breaks in villas in the south of France may be more satisfying than gearing all time and funds towards a single, longer [more]..>
23 Aug 10
Costa Blanca villas offer access to great golf courses
A Costa Blanca villa with an adjoining golf course has sold for €360,000 (£293,000), perhaps highlighting the popularity of the activity on Spain's sun-kissed shore.The [more]..>
A Costa Blanca villa with an adjoining golf course has sold for €360,000 (£293,000), perhaps highlighting the popularity of the activity on Spain's sun-kissed shore.The [more]..>
23 Aug 10
Foodies may be wise to book Algarve villa
An Algarve villa this summer could provide a base for a sun holiday with a difference.That is because, according to one travel writer, the destination [more]..>
An Algarve villa this summer could provide a base for a sun holiday with a difference.That is because, according to one travel writer, the destination [more]..>
23 Aug 10
Pomos beach is hot and sophisticated holiday spot
A villa in Pomos could be top of the list for scores of travellers after learning of a newspaper's review.Commenting on the resort in Cyprus, [more]..>
A villa in Pomos could be top of the list for scores of travellers after learning of a newspaper's review.Commenting on the resort in Cyprus, [more]..>
20 Aug 10
Soak up Latin American culture on a Biarritz villa holiday
Britons heading to the south of France later this year might want to check out the Biarritz Festival.The event will run from September 27th to [more]..>
Britons heading to the south of France later this year might want to check out the Biarritz Festival.The event will run from September 27th to [more]..>
20 Aug 10
Enjoy a late Turkey holiday in Kas
Britons may want to look into booking Kas villas for a late sunshine getaway to Turkey.According to the Guardian's Nicola Iseard, Kas - which is [more]..>
Britons may want to look into booking Kas villas for a late sunshine getaway to Turkey.According to the Guardian's Nicola Iseard, Kas - which is [more]..>
20 Aug 10
Vilamoura holidays 'have much to offer'
Britons considering an Algarve holiday might want to head to Vilamoura.According to Lynn Gilmartin of PokerNews, the resort has plenty to offer holiday makers, including [more]..>
Britons considering an Algarve holiday might want to head to Vilamoura.According to Lynn Gilmartin of PokerNews, the resort has plenty to offer holiday makers, including [more]..>
20 Aug 10
Grasse holidays: catch the Zestes du Soleil exhibition
Grasse holiday makers may want to make sure they do not miss out on the Zestes du Soleil exhibition at the Musee International de la [more]..>
Grasse holiday makers may want to make sure they do not miss out on the Zestes du Soleil exhibition at the Musee International de la [more]..>
20 Aug 10
Check out vintage cars on an Orlando holiday
Holiday makers staying in Orlando villas this October might want to check out the Vintage Venture show at a local winery.The event will take place [more]..>
Holiday makers staying in Orlando villas this October might want to check out the Vintage Venture show at a local winery.The event will take place [more]..>
19 Aug 10
Cyprus holidays 'have much to offer'
Britons considering a eurozone break may do well to book a Cyprus holiday.This is according to the Daily Mail, which says that the island can [more]..>
Britons considering a eurozone break may do well to book a Cyprus holiday.This is according to the Daily Mail, which says that the island can [more]..>
19 Aug 10
Ryanair to launch new flights for Algarve holidays
Holiday makers considering booking Algarve villas for their next holiday may be interested in new low-cost flights being launched to the region.Ryanair has announced that [more]..>
Holiday makers considering booking Algarve villas for their next holiday may be interested in new low-cost flights being launched to the region.Ryanair has announced that [more]..>
18 Aug 10
Book a Lanzarote villa holiday for autumn sunshine
Lanzarote holidays have been recommended for those looking to go on sunshine getaway in the autumn.According to Nicola Iseard of the Guardian, the destination in [more]..>
Lanzarote holidays have been recommended for those looking to go on sunshine getaway in the autumn.According to Nicola Iseard of the Guardian, the destination in [more]..>
18 Aug 10
Cyprus holiday makers 'set to see more flights'
Cyprus holiday makers may soon be able to choose from even more flight options than those currently available following reports that Ryanair is launching a [more]..>
Cyprus holiday makers may soon be able to choose from even more flight options than those currently available following reports that Ryanair is launching a [more]..>
18 Aug 10
1m Florida holiday makers ride Harry Potter 'robocoaster'
Over one million Florida holiday makers have ridden the main rollercoaster at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando since the theme park opened.This [more]..>
Over one million Florida holiday makers have ridden the main rollercoaster at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando since the theme park opened.This [more]..>
17 Aug 10
Rock The Universe on an Orlando holiday
Next month will see one of the US's biggest Christian rock festivals take place in Florida.The Rock The Universe event at Universal Orlando on September [more]..>
Next month will see one of the US's biggest Christian rock festivals take place in Florida.The Rock The Universe event at Universal Orlando on September [more]..>
17 Aug 10
Cyprus holidays 'ideal' for autumn
Cyprus could be the ideal destination for holiday makers seeking an autumn break.This is according to Sophie Butler of the Telegraph, who notes that Mediterranean [more]..>
Cyprus could be the ideal destination for holiday makers seeking an autumn break.This is according to Sophie Butler of the Telegraph, who notes that Mediterranean [more]..>
17 Aug 10
Cote d'Azur holidays in Cannes 'have much to offer'
Cannes in the Cote d'Azur region of France is famous for its film festival - but there is more to the destination that some might [more]..>
Cannes in the Cote d'Azur region of France is famous for its film festival - but there is more to the destination that some might [more]..>
16 Aug 10
Follow in the Obamas' footsteps with a Florida holiday
Britons looking for holiday inspiration may want to consider booking a Florida villa on the Gulf Coast.The Obamas spent the past weekend holidaying in the [more]..>
Britons looking for holiday inspiration may want to consider booking a Florida villa on the Gulf Coast.The Obamas spent the past weekend holidaying in the [more]..>
16 Aug 10
Have a picture-perfect Algarve holiday
Holiday makers who love getaways to particularly scenic destinations may want to consider looking into Algarve villas.Writing for the Ottawa Citizen, photographer Judy Slack said [more]..>
Holiday makers who love getaways to particularly scenic destinations may want to consider looking into Algarve villas.Writing for the Ottawa Citizen, photographer Judy Slack said [more]..>
16 Aug 10
Florida holidays to Disneyworld 'are breathtaking'
Visiting Disneyworld on a Florida holiday can thrill adults just as much as children.TV presenter Coleen Nolan recently told the Mirror about a trip to [more]..>
Visiting Disneyworld on a Florida holiday can thrill adults just as much as children.TV presenter Coleen Nolan recently told the Mirror about a trip to [more]..>
16 Aug 10
Book a September Cyprus holiday to enjoy palouze festivals
Holiday makers looking to visit Cyprus and sample of its local traditions may want to head to the island in September.During this month, villages across [more]..>
Holiday makers looking to visit Cyprus and sample of its local traditions may want to head to the island in September.During this month, villages across [more]..>
13 Aug 10
Take in Caribbean music on a Florida holiday
Florida holiday makers may want to time their break to coincide with the Caribbean Music Festival in Bonita Springs this October.The event will take place [more]..>
Florida holiday makers may want to time their break to coincide with the Caribbean Music Festival in Bonita Springs this October.The event will take place [more]..>
13 Aug 10
Enjoy live music in a beautiful setting on a Florida holiday
Families on an Orlando villa holiday this summer may wish to take a break from the theme parks and take in a bit of live [more]..>
Families on an Orlando villa holiday this summer may wish to take a break from the theme parks and take in a bit of live [more]..>
13 Aug 10
Brits urged to book Costa Blanca holidays
More Brits could be jetting off on a Costa Blanca holiday this year following the launch of a new campaign aimed at attracting them to [more]..>
More Brits could be jetting off on a Costa Blanca holiday this year following the launch of a new campaign aimed at attracting them to [more]..>
13 Aug 10
New flights could boost Mallorca holidays
Those taking a Mallorca villa holiday could soon be jetting off with Monarch Airlines, as the low fares carrier has announced a number of new [more]..>
Those taking a Mallorca villa holiday could soon be jetting off with Monarch Airlines, as the low fares carrier has announced a number of new [more]..>
12 Aug 10
Go on a south of France holiday for a culinary treat
Foodies looking to book a getaway may want to consider a south of France holiday.Writing for the Edmonton Sun, Graham Hicks highlights the food in [more]..>
Foodies looking to book a getaway may want to consider a south of France holiday.Writing for the Edmonton Sun, Graham Hicks highlights the food in [more]..>
12 Aug 10
Take in Russian art on a Cote d'Azur holiday
Britons considering a Cote d'Azur holiday later this month might want to time their trip to coincide with the Russian Art Festival in Cannes.Taking place [more]..>
Britons considering a Cote d'Azur holiday later this month might want to time their trip to coincide with the Russian Art Festival in Cannes.Taking place [more]..>
12 Aug 10
Book a Menorca holiday to visit 'jewel' of a beach
Britons considering a trip to the Balearics might want to book a Menorca holiday to see a beach described as one of the "jewels" of [more]..>
Britons considering a trip to the Balearics might want to book a Menorca holiday to see a beach described as one of the "jewels" of [more]..>
11 Aug 10
Visit the Lavender Festival on a Provence holiday
Holiday makers who plan to stay in villas in Provence during the month of August may wish to take in a special festival celebrating lavender.The [more]..>
Holiday makers who plan to stay in villas in Provence during the month of August may wish to take in a special festival celebrating lavender.The [more]..>
11 Aug 10
Enjoy Summer Nights in Polis on Cyprus holidays
Travellers spending time in a Cyprus villa this summer may wish to take in a series of summer concerts in Polis.On Friday evenings throughout the [more]..>
Travellers spending time in a Cyprus villa this summer may wish to take in a series of summer concerts in Polis.On Friday evenings throughout the [more]..>
11 Aug 10
Check out the Mother of God Festivities on a Mallorca holiday
Mallorca holiday makers visiting the island this month might want to take in the sights and sounds of the Mother of God Festivities.Running from August [more]..>
Mallorca holiday makers visiting the island this month might want to take in the sights and sounds of the Mother of God Festivities.Running from August [more]..>
11 Aug 10
Try a Turkey holiday for a honeymoon with a difference
Turkey holidays along the Aegean coast have been recommended for couples looking for a honeymoon with a difference.According to Jane Anderson of 101honeymoons.co.uk, breaks in [more]..>
Turkey holidays along the Aegean coast have been recommended for couples looking for a honeymoon with a difference.According to Jane Anderson of 101honeymoons.co.uk, breaks in [more]..>
11 Aug 10
Autumn Orlando holidays recommended by expert
Britons considering an Orlando holiday might want to head to the Floridian city in the autumn.Writing for the Star, travel expert Arthur Frommer recommends September [more]..>
Britons considering an Orlando holiday might want to head to the Floridian city in the autumn.Writing for the Star, travel expert Arthur Frommer recommends September [more]..>
10 Aug 10
Languedoc holidays 'set to rise in popularity'
More people are expected to go on a Languedoc holiday this summer, according to a new report.Research from Protourisme indicates that August looks set to [more]..>
More people are expected to go on a Languedoc holiday this summer, according to a new report.Research from Protourisme indicates that August looks set to [more]..>
9 Aug 10
Go sailing on an Algarve villa holiday
Algarve holiday makers looking to do something different during their break may want to go sailing for a unique view of the region.According to Hello! [more]..>
Algarve holiday makers looking to do something different during their break may want to go sailing for a unique view of the region.According to Hello! [more]..>
9 Aug 10
Spot celebrities on a Mallorca holiday
A Mallorca holiday could be the ideal option for Britons looking to follow in the footsteps of the stars.According to Reuters, the Spanish island is [more]..>
A Mallorca holiday could be the ideal option for Britons looking to follow in the footsteps of the stars.According to Reuters, the Spanish island is [more]..>
9 Aug 10
Sample local wine on a Cyprus villa holiday
A Cyprus villa holiday might be the perfect getaway for wine lovers.The island is home to a number of wineries that produce wines from locally [more]..>
A Cyprus villa holiday might be the perfect getaway for wine lovers.The island is home to a number of wineries that produce wines from locally [more]..>
9 Aug 10
Book an Orlando holiday for a golfing spectacle
Golf fans considering a break in the US might want to book an Orlando holiday for the first week of December.The 2010 Ladies Professional Golf [more]..>
Golf fans considering a break in the US might want to book an Orlando holiday for the first week of December.The 2010 Ladies Professional Golf [more]..>
6 Aug 10
Flight searches for Florida holidays on the increase
Britons are conducting more web searches for flights for Florida holidays compared with last year, according to new figures.Statistics from Cheapflights.co.uk show that seven of [more]..>
Britons are conducting more web searches for flights for Florida holidays compared with last year, according to new figures.Statistics from Cheapflights.co.uk show that seven of [more]..>
6 Aug 10
Costa Blanca holidays prove popular among Brits
Spain's Costa Blanca is still a highly popular summer destination for British holiday makers.This is according to new figures from Skyscanner, which show that Alicante [more]..>
Spain's Costa Blanca is still a highly popular summer destination for British holiday makers.This is according to new figures from Skyscanner, which show that Alicante [more]..>
6 Aug 10
Turkey holiday demand rising, says expert
More people are looking to book a Turkey holiday as reflected in the launch of new tours and flights to the country.This is according to [more]..>
More people are looking to book a Turkey holiday as reflected in the launch of new tours and flights to the country.This is according to [more]..>
5 Aug 10
Over 400,000 Britons book a Turkey holiday in June
New tourist arrival statistics have revealed that Britons are still keen to book a Turkey holiday when it comes to travelling abroad.Figures from the country's [more]..>
New tourist arrival statistics have revealed that Britons are still keen to book a Turkey holiday when it comes to travelling abroad.Figures from the country's [more]..>
5 Aug 10
Paphos festival "a cultural treat" for Cyprus holiday makers
This year's Paphos Aphrodite Festival is set to serve up "a cultural treat" for Cyprus holiday makers with a passion for opera, according to one [more]..>
This year's Paphos Aphrodite Festival is set to serve up "a cultural treat" for Cyprus holiday makers with a passion for opera, according to one [more]..>
5 Aug 10
Extra flights available for Costa Blanca holiday makers
Britons considering booking a last-minute Costa Blanca villa holiday this summer might want to take advantage of extra flights recently announced by Monarch.The low-cost airline [more]..>
Britons considering booking a last-minute Costa Blanca villa holiday this summer might want to take advantage of extra flights recently announced by Monarch.The low-cost airline [more]..>
5 Aug 10
Enjoy the Moors and Christians fiesta on a Costa Blanca holiday
Britons heading to Spain for a Costa Blanca villa holiday this October might want to check out the Moors and Christians fiesta.The spectacle takes place [more]..>
Britons heading to Spain for a Costa Blanca villa holiday this October might want to check out the Moors and Christians fiesta.The spectacle takes place [more]..>
4 Aug 10
Book a Lanzarote holiday to explore a "gem"
Lanzarote holiday makers have much to enjoy in this particular Canary island, according to one writer.Tim Harrison of the Spectator says Lanzarote - which has [more]..>
Lanzarote holiday makers have much to enjoy in this particular Canary island, according to one writer.Tim Harrison of the Spectator says Lanzarote - which has [more]..>
4 Aug 10
Walk the Lycian Way on a Turkey villa holiday
Britons going on a Turkey villa holiday might want to consider making an excursion to walk part of the Lycian Way.According to Nigel Richardson of [more]..>
Britons going on a Turkey villa holiday might want to consider making an excursion to walk part of the Lycian Way.According to Nigel Richardson of [more]..>
4 Aug 10
Book an Orlando holiday to visit one of the coolest US cities
Travellers looking to visit one of the US's coolest cities may want to book an Orlando villa holiday.A recent survey carried out by Harris Interactive [more]..>
Travellers looking to visit one of the US's coolest cities may want to book an Orlando villa holiday.A recent survey carried out by Harris Interactive [more]..>
4 Aug 10
See Andrea Bocelli and Elton John live on a Mallorca holiday
Britons taking a Mallorca holiday at the start of September may want to make sure they do not miss on a special concert taking place [more]..>
Britons taking a Mallorca holiday at the start of September may want to make sure they do not miss on a special concert taking place [more]..>
3 Aug 10
Enjoy Alicante's music festival on a Costa Blanca holiday
Costa Blanca holiday makers looking for something to do this September may want to check out the International Contemporary Music Festival in Alicante.The event runs [more]..>
Costa Blanca holiday makers looking for something to do this September may want to check out the International Contemporary Music Festival in Alicante.The event runs [more]..>
3 Aug 10
See the colourful La Beata festival on a Mallorca villa holiday
Spanish festivals are usually colourful affairs - and Britons on Mallorca villa holidays near Santa Margalida will find that the La Beata celebration is no [more]..>
Spanish festivals are usually colourful affairs - and Britons on Mallorca villa holidays near Santa Margalida will find that the La Beata celebration is no [more]..>
3 Aug 10
Get stomping on a Florida holiday in Orlando
Florida holiday makers will be able to learn all about grape stomping as part of a family event taking place in Orlando later this month.The [more]..>
Florida holiday makers will be able to learn all about grape stomping as part of a family event taking place in Orlando later this month.The [more]..>
3 Aug 10
Visit Nice while on a south of France holiday
Britons staying in Cote d'Azur villas on a south of France holiday might want to make Nice a potential destination for a day trip.According to [more]..>
Britons staying in Cote d'Azur villas on a south of France holiday might want to make Nice a potential destination for a day trip.According to [more]..>
2 Aug 10
Cyprus holiday makers see record high temperatures
Britons on Cyprus villa holidays saw record high temperatures in the country over the weekend.All all-time high of 46 degrees C was registered in Nicosia, [more]..>
Britons on Cyprus villa holidays saw record high temperatures in the country over the weekend.All all-time high of 46 degrees C was registered in Nicosia, [more]..>
2 Aug 10
Stay in a Mallorca villa for the Global Ocean Race
Britons looking to book a Mallorca villa holiday next year or in 2012 might want to reserve their accommodation to coincide with the Global Ocean [more]..>
Britons looking to book a Mallorca villa holiday next year or in 2012 might want to reserve their accommodation to coincide with the Global Ocean [more]..>
2 Aug 10
Grasse recommended for a south of France holiday
Holiday makers wanting to head to the south of France might want to look into renting villas in Grasse.Jeff and Carolyn Bernacci of the Palm [more]..>
Holiday makers wanting to head to the south of France might want to look into renting villas in Grasse.Jeff and Carolyn Bernacci of the Palm [more]..>
2 Aug 10
Take a trip to Alentejo on Algarve villa holidays
Algarve villa holidays could provide the perfect opportunity to visit Portugal's famous wine region, Alentejo.The area is situated north of Algarve and is a great [more]..>
Algarve villa holidays could provide the perfect opportunity to visit Portugal's famous wine region, Alentejo.The area is situated north of Algarve and is a great [more]..>
