things-to-do-in-zermatt

Things to do in Zermatt

If you’re looking for the best things to do in Zermatt then you have come to the right place. Zermatt is one of the world’s most iconic and beautiful ski and mountain towns in the world.  The Matterhorn which is the world’s most recognizable mountain soars majestically above the village of Zermatt at 4,474 meters…. Read more

Eco-Travel Tips

If you could avoid harming the planet on vacation, would you choose to do so? The answer in most cases is, Yes! Ask yourself this, if you had the choice to stay in a property that offers all the comforts and service of a luxury villa BUT the homeowner has gone that extra mile to… Read more

Harbour Island Bahamas Rentals

Harbour Island in the Bahamas is truly one of the most unspoiled and beautiful natural places on our planet. It is no wonder then that Harbour island villas are also some of the best Bahamas vacation rentals and why some of the world’s most discerning clients choose to spend their vacation here. These rentals have… Read more

Barbados Holiday Rentals

 THE HISTORY OF SOME OF THE BARBADOS BEST HOLIDAY HOMES Barbados is one of the most popular islands in the Caribbean for British, American and Canadian Holidaymakers.  The destination first became incredibly popular when Concorde chose this stunning island as its only holiday destination. The first Concorde flight to Barbados was in 1977. With a… Read more

Facts About Costa Rica Every Visitor Should Know

Costa Rica is fast becoming one of the most fashionable and popular places to visit on the planet for a very good reason. Costa Rica is full of culture, wilderness, wetlands, colourful cities, stunning beaches, volcanoes, beauty, incredible food, national parks and history all waiting to be explored. If Costa Rica is not already on… Read more

Dining in Barbados

How can any country be this beautiful? Barbados is heavenly, and even though I have visited more than 20 times, I feel the same each time.  Barbados has it all. Gorgeous beaches, great culture, amazing beauty and the thing dearest to my heart fabulous food and restaurants.  Food is an enormously important part of any… Read more

Top 12 Beachfront Caribbean Villas

The Caribbean is famous for its beaches. So much so that it has some of the world’s best and most pristine white sandy beaches caressing its gorgeous shores. But what if you could stay on one of the worlds best beaches in one of the world’s best beachfront Caribbean villas? Well, I am delighted to… Read more

Dominican Republic Facts

50 Interesting Facts About The Dominican Republic We are delighted to present to you fifty interesting facts about the Dominican Republic and also some fun facts. We also have lots of interesting tidbits on what the Dominican Republic is known for, famous Dominican Republic people and of course other interesting facts about that we hope… Read more

What You Need To Know About St Barts

I’ve been to St Barts a lot. I try to get there at least once a year.  I’d like to share with you some tips and knowledge drawn from my long experience of this beautiful Caribbean island. When there are so many Caribbean islands to choose from, why choose St Barts? There is a reason… Read more

The Best Restaurants in St Barts

As owner and CEO of Exceptional Villas, I am often asked where is my favourite place in the world to go on vacation? With so many beautiful places in the world, I am unable to limit my answer to just one vacation spot. My answer to this question is always the same; Italy, The Maldives,… Read more

From Tuscany to the Amalfi Coast

From Italian Villas in Tuscany to your luxury villa in the Amalfi Coast, how do you choose?  Each part of Italy is so individually beautiful and so incredibly unique. The thing that all parts of Italy have in common are amazing food, breath-taking scenery, phenomenal history, friendly passionate fashionable people and great art. If you… Read more

The Ultimate St Barts Travel Guide

I am passionate about St Barts and get excited every time I visit to look at the newest homes, restaurants, hotels and shops on the island.  When I am asked where I choose to go on vacation, my answer is always St Barts in the Winter and Italy in the Summer. My Ultimate Italy Travel… Read more

Essential Barbados Travel Guide

With some many beautiful Caribbean islands to choose from, how do you choose the perfect one for you? As owner and CEO of Exceptional Villas, the question constantly asked is which is the nicest island? And which is the best Villa? There is no right answer to this question as each of the islands are… Read more

Nevis Villas to Triathlon

I have always liked a challenge. On our first visit to inspect the many Nevis rentals, our wonderful host from Paradise Beach Resort which has some of the best Nevis villas, told us all about the Nevis Triathlon. My ears pricked up because I had always wanted to try a triathlon, but I am a… Read more

Essential Turks and Caicos Travel Guide

Peel back the glamour of Turks and Caicos, and you will find an island that is as naturally beautiful as it is glamorous. I am lucky to travel all around the world as the owner of Exceptional Villas, and I can honestly say that Turks and Caicos is one of my most favourite destinations on… Read more

Chalets in Zermatt and So Much More

Fall in Love With Zermatt I first fell in love with Zermatt when I was working as a trainee Hotel Manager in Zurich. Skiing has always been my ultimate passion. I spent the year saving every penny I earned so that on my day off I would be able to travel to a different ski… Read more

St Barts Rentals: The Top 9, Ever

St Barts is the home of some of the world’s uber luxury villa and vacation rentals so how is it possible to choose the nine best, St Barts Villas? Well, luckily we have the best job in the world and get to visit all of them on a very regular basis. We are therefore in… Read more