Archive for July, 2019

Unmissable global events for the jet-set traveller

Thursday, July 18th, 2019

MARK YOUR CALENDARS – THE TOP EVENTS FOR 2019

It’s that time of year again, when calendars start filling up and the thought of a vacation dominates our minds. But before you start booking your luxury villa rental and jet off to warmer climes, here’s some inspiration for the year ahead.

From the sun-kissed shores of Saint-Barth, to the ever-bustling Balearics, and the buzz of Miami, to the natural beauty of Aspen; there’s something for everyone to enjoy, hinged around a calendar of exciting events, not to be missed!

Saint Barth in July
Some come for the jazz, others the yachting – and nearly everyone for the beach! Why not have it all, with a trip to the sunny island of St Barths over 27-28 July, when the Flamands Fete festival returns. It’s worth booking a St Barts villa rental in advance, as this is a busy time for the buoyant island. With its rooftop pool, sweeping views and six sizeable bedrooms to enjoy, Villa Estelle is perfectly placed for a blissful break.

Ibiza in August
The party paradise of Ibiza is at its peak in August with its legendary parties. Top of the list is uber-club Ushuaïa, known for its VIP clientele and dazzling high tech productions. With DJs from all over the world, every night the island is in full swing.

Make the most of the Ibiza’s restorative qualities and head to Villa Rochelle high in the hilltops, yet close enough to the action of Playa d’en Bossa. Complete with eight large bedrooms, its own pool (and waterfall), as well as BBQ area, it’s the perfect retreat for groups of friends looking for a luxury villa rental Ibiza.

St Tropez in September
There’s endless reasons to come to St Tropez; the food, the people, the Picasso exhibition, and a well-known film festival in nearby Cannes, are just some of the reasons! But hand-in-hand with its glitzy personality, ‘Le Voiles de Saint-Tropez’ might just be the event to make you visit in 2019.

This popular regatta attracts more than 300 yachts to its shores, between 29 September to 6 October. Naturally, villas in St Tropez to rent are in high demand at this time. Book in advance to avoid disappointment, and put Villa Sogno Di Luce high on your list. This five-star property is perched atop a sun-drenched hill, offering a prime position overlooking the sailboat-dotted bay below.

Miami in December
The cultural melting pot of Miami is best experienced in December, during the annual Art Basel Festival. Bringing artists, and art lovers, from all over the world, this must-visit event celebrates modern contemporary art with more than 70,000 people visiting. If you plan to be one, then a luxury villa rental miami is the only way to go!

Set in private grounds, enshrined with palm trees and boasting its own pool Villa Ola offers a tranquil setting, just minutes away from Miami beach.

Aspen for New Years’
Eternally fun all year-round, Aspen is the place to visit, for those that appreciate the great outdoors and plenty of entertainment. Combining both of these perfectly, December to January is a fun time for families to visit. Not only is it perfect powder weather for catching some ski, but the city’s annual New Year’s party in Wagner Park is pretty legendary. With warming drinks to keep your spirits up, live music and a blazing bonfire on Aspen Mountain, it’s never too early to book your Aspen luxury vacation home rental. The city’s best kept secret, Villa Justine is great for families. This six-bedroom abode even comes with its own indoor Jacuzzi and bar!

Global Luxury Villas offer luxury villas in a selection of leading destinations around the world.

Where the rich and famous spend their time in Europe

Monday, July 8th, 2019

PLAYGROUNDS OF THE RICH AND FAMOUS IN EUROPE

Europe is a continent that has it all; cooling Mediterranean breezes, world-class ski resorts, luxury villa rentals, beautiful golden beaches, endless marinas for yachts and party islands renowned the world over.

Known for their five-star lifestyle, the rich and famous have exquisite taste when it comes to a well-deserved vacation. Inspired by their favourite European destinations, we’ve compiled a billionaire bucket-list that is simply unmissable!

Saint Tropez, France

From Kate Moss and Leonardo di Caprio, to Princess Charlene and Prince Albert of Monaco, you never know who you might bump in to in Saint Tropez.

This French coastal town is known for its decadent lifestyle, boutique shops and extravagant parties. If you don’t own a countryside mansion here, the next best thing is to rent a luxury villa in St Tropez, or do like Simon Cowell and board your private $73 million yacht!

Oozing with glamour and irresistible old-world charm, Villa Anastasia is the perfect hideaway, hidden in the charming hills of Ramatuelle (also home to the world-famous Pampelonne beach). Closer to the action Villa Leslie serves up the right amount of coastal charm and privacy, in this highly desirable eight-bedroom property dangling above Cannes.

The Alps, France

While America has Aspen, Europe has the Alps. Offering great conditions for ski and snow during the winter months, Courchevel is known to be a billionaire’s ski row, also dubbed ‘Saint Tropez on Snow’!

And it’s easy to see why. Catering to high rollers, there’s no less than eight Michelin star restaurants in the area and plenty of mountain bars for a touch of Apres Ski. It’s impressive ski resort ‘Les Trois Vallées’ is one of the best in the world, where you’re no-one without a Gucci onesie – take note!

Complete your stay in vacation home Villa Layla which recently underwent a €1,000,000 renovation. With breath-taking views over the Dent du Villard, there’s a lot to take in, literally!

Ibiza

Up the tempo and head to the magical island of Ibiza, to see how the other half live. Aside from its well-publicised clubbing scene, Ibiza rentals are some of the most impressive you will find in Europe. It’s one of the many reasons it attracts an elite crowd, including; Cristiano Ronaldo, Paris Hilton and David Guetta who all own luxury villas here.

Complete the playboy lifestyle and stay a Villa Rochelle which was named the most “luxurious and exclusive villa” on the white isle by Conde Nast Traveller. With its supersize clifftop pool, and eight en-suite bedrooms split across four floors, it’s another league of luxury.

Mallorca

The largest of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca is still small with just 870,000 people living here. Yet its appeal is wide reaching – popular with CEOs and celebrities alike who moor up to its marina and bathe in its sun-kissed beaches.

Enjoyed by food and wine lovers, as well as those who appreciate the great outdoors, there’s plenty to see and do here, or simply relax and do nothing at all. There’s lots of places to discover by foot, bike and of course – superyacht!

Hollywood royalty (Jennifer Aniston, Michael Douglas) and traditional royalty (King Juan Carlos) have all been known to visit, staying in some of the top vacation homes on the island.

If you can’t beat them, the only way is to join them! A stay at Villa Pedra is everything and more that luxury dwelling should be, set in a renovated estate in tranquil surroundings.

But like all things on this island, you’re never too far from the neighboring village, and is stunning beach, making this a great choice for a five-star getaway.

Global Luxury Villas offer luxury villas in a selection of leading destinations around the world.