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Beyoncé and Jay-Z Pay $400,000 for Hamptons Vacation Rental

Jul 30, 2012  |   Contributor: Nicolle Keogh  |  2 Comments

How many people do you know who could drop $400,000 for a month of luxury vacation? We know at least two: Beyoncé and Jay-Z have reportedly rented a 31,000-square-foot house for the month of August with that price tag.... Read More

Sheepskin's Knightsfield House in the Heart of Wales' Brecon Beacons

Jul 19, 2012  |   Contributor: Melissa de Carteret

Meaning 'field of the horse rider' in the original Welsh Caemarchog, Knightsfield has been in owner Steve Greenow's family for over 170 years and dates back further still to the late eighteenth century. Curling up on the distressed leather sofa beside the sitting room fire, with nothing but crackling logs and the sound of the wind against the drystone walls for company, it feels as though this quintessentially Welsh farmhouse has always stood here.... Read More

Baraka Point Estate | Private Luxury Villa in the Caribbean

Jun 19, 2012  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Baraka Point Estate knows that location is important and that's why this luxury villa is situated on the west coast of Virgin Gorda. With panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea, Virgin Gorda is consistently beautiful no matter the time of year you plan on visiting. Temperatures rarely ever leave the 80 degrees bracket, and if it does somehow manage to break 90, the cool trade winds compensate.... Read More

Villa Amanzi in Phuket | A Piece of Private Paradise in Thailand

May 15, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team  |  2 Comments

Renting luxury villas has become a popular alternative to hotel stays while on vacation, and with options like Villa Amanzi it’s easy to see why. Located on a secluded stretch of coastline in Cape Sol on the West coast of Phuket, Thailand, this stunning 8,000-square-foot, six bedroom villa is tucked into the natural granite rock with breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea. Guests enjoy private access to the beach below via a timber walkway that takes them through the forest canopy down to the sand.... Read More

Luxury Villas of Southern California

Mar 28, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

Enjoy the Southern California sunset in your own private villa. From Santa Monica to Malibu to Laguna Beach, these luxury villas offer guests accommodations that could rival some five-star hotels. Check out these gorgeous Southern California villas that are available to house your friends and family during your next beach vacation.... Read More

Luxury Villas in Southern California Offer Five-Star Travel Experience

Mar 28, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team  |  1 Comment

When looking for a place to stay during your next fun in the sun vacation, think beyond the hotel and look into renting one of the best luxury villas Southern California has to offer. Your relaxing getaway with family or friends can be made that much more comfortable in your very own home away from home.... Read More

Thought Leader Jim Whitteron | Past, Present & Future of The Private Residence Club

Jan 5, 2012  |   Contributor: Susan Kime

I've written about Jim Whitteron many times before, in Developments Magazine, in Robb Report Vacation Homes, and in Stratos. He is the original conceptualizer and co-founder of the first Private Residence Club ever, in the United States. It was in 1992 in Deer Valley, Utah, and The Deer Valley Club is still very much alive and doing well today.... Read More

PortfolioOne, LLC Offers a New Opportunity in Luxury Vacation Rentals

Jan 4, 2012  |   Contributor: Kellie K. Speed

Luxury travelers unite! Lifestyle Asset Group has just launched PortfolioOne LLC, offering equity interest in 12 multimillion-dollar vacation homes in several destinations. From sandy beaches to snowy mountains, now is your chance to get in on a unique alternative to buying that second home.... Read More

Vacation Rental Companies Offer the Comforts of Home and Then Some

Nov 2, 2011  |   Contributor: Lena Katz

As consumers show an ever-increasing diligence about finding alternatives to rack rate hotels, vacation rental brokers provide a middle ground between hotels and the somewhat un-policed and intimidating sites like HomeAway.com and Airbnb.... Read More

Small Luxury Hotels Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Golden Opportunities

Oct 31, 2011  |   Contributor: James Rothaar

In conjunction with its 20th anniversary, Small Luxury Hotels is offering travelers a chance to experience fabulous vacations to exotic destinations by entering their Gold Coin Competition.... Read More

Private Islands, Castles & More for Rent from Airbnb

Oct 25, 2011  |   Contributor: Jared Paul Stern

Airbnb, the online marketplace where consumers can list, discover and book unique spaces all over the world, is now offering monthly rentals for well-heeled travelers who prefer privacy and exclusiveness to crowded hotels.... Read More

OASIS Collections A Trusted Rental Resource for South American Travelers

Oct 21, 2011  |   Contributor: Lena Katz

Holiday property rental agencies may be a familiar concept in the States, but in less Web-logged destinations, renting a short-term home or villa can be frau... Read More

Inspirato Destination Club Expands its Horizons With New Funding

Oct 21, 2011  |   Contributor: Susan Kime

Inspirato is the luxury vacation solution for travel with family and friends that combines the consistency of destination clubs with the flexibility of villa rentals. By leasing its vacation properties (rather than owning), Inspirato is able to keep membership fees low, offer up to 80 percent off market rates, and easily add homes and destinations as demand increases. The company’s business model has led to rapid growth since its January 2011 launch. Inspirato founder/CEO Brent Handler is also the co-founder and former president of Exclusive Resorts.... Read More

Abercrombie & Kent Villas of Majorca | El Sueño, C’Awanui & Casa Bellavista

Oct 12, 2011  |   Contributor: Chad Chisholm

The Balearic Islands are a serene setting on the Mediterranean — a picturesque vacation spot for the luxury traveler amidst salty sea breezes and shady olive groves. Abercrombie and Kent’s villas on the island of Majorca offer an experience like no other amidst rolling hills, seaside getaways, and sprawling grounds for their Majorca Villa selection.... Read More

Oregon Resorts | The Brasada Ranch Renaissance

Sep 9, 2011  |   Contributor: Susan Kime  |  1 Comment

Mark Doty, a contemporary poet, writes of his being drawn into the orbit of a painting. I have a similar sense of being drawn into a positive, memorable orbit from my recent resort experience at Brasada Ranch in Central Oregon.... Read More

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