Try to remember the most beautiful place you have ever visited – recall each glorious sensation as you relive the memory of the scenery, the tastes and the sounds…now multiply all of those sensations by a thousand, and you won’t even get close to understanding what makes the Amalfi Coast one of the world’s most...
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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...
The Caribbean is one of the easiest destinations to reach on a round trip from New York. In fact, there are daily flights to almost every popular island there. It is especially ideal for New Yorkers who want to escape the winter snow or cold weather and trade it for a Caribbean villa rental on...
Picture this. A chic French Island in the heart of the Caribbean, filled with white sand beaches, exquisite restaurants, designer shops, and an array of yachts that line the capitol’s harbor. If that sounds like your idea of heaven, then we promise St Barts is the place to be. The Caribbean island has become a...
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...
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...
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...
Anguilla is one of the lesser-known islands in the Caribbean. Located just a small step off the beaten track, which helps to protect Anguilla’s character and exclusivity while offering travellers convenience in getting there by air or by sea. The island is by far one of the most beautiful and is home to the best...
Santorini is one of the great natural wonders of the world, and one of the wonders of Santorini is without a doubt The Skaros Rock. One of the best things I have ever done in my life is the hike and climb to the top of The Skaros Rock. I will always remember my first...
Whenever I go to a new country to inspect our exceptional villas, I always look forward to visiting and experiencing the attractions and activities which you will see mentioned in all of the guide books. But what excites me most is the thought of visiting the less talked about places and making my discoveries. On...
I am fortunate to have visited some of the most amazing islands in the Caribbean. Although I have been to Barbados, St Barth’s, St. Martin, and St. Kitts, I always relish going back to the little-known island of Nevis. Nevis is a stunning, lush island that is part of the Leeward Islands and sister to...
Our clients are extremely discerning and are always looking for extraordinary experiences when they travel. Since our team of the villa and concierge experts spends so much of their time travelling, both inspecting villas in Barbados and getting to know every intimate detail of the islands and destinations they represent, we feel we are in...
You’ve just booked the most amazing vacation to the Caribbean and now you want to plan all the best things to see and do. Often when you travel to a new destination you end up going to the most well-known sites and attractions just like every other tourist. You use the same guide book as...
My colleagues and I have just returned from a wonderful trip to St Barth’s. October is a great time to visit if you are looking for a peaceful time on the island. There is very little traffic and getting around couldn’t be easier. A lot of shops and restaurants are only reopening throughout the month...
I still remember the first time I heard about all the amazing St Barts Villas. I was attending a Young Presidents Organisation meeting in New York. One of my fellow participants mentioned the words “very chic” and “very beautiful” and my ears pricked up immediately. A beautiful island with beautiful luxury villas, fabulous food and...
On one of our most recent trips to Jamaica, Noreen and I had just enough time from viewing our Exceptional villas in Jamaica to get out and discover some of the many wonderful attractions Montego Bay has to offer. Whilst we love getting to know the amazing staff, food, surroundings and amenities which all of...
While on a recent Familiarity Trip to inspect the top villas in Antigua, I had the pleasure of a personal tour by Georges of Voyages Antigua. It was my first time to the Island and as Concierge Specialist, I needed to get an idea of what to do and where to go when visiting this...
On a recent villa inspection trip to the Half Moon Resort in Jamaica, I got to experience some fantastic things to do at Half Moon resort and would I recommend you all do it? Absolutely! Of course it is essential to relax on the beach or by the pool while sipping a Piña Colada but...
While on a recent trip, I made my way to visit each beach close to our St Martin villas and while all of them are beautiful – each has its own charm and character. The island caters for all tastes whether you want a beach that has waves to challenge the surfer in you or...
Swimming with Turtles is honestly something that I thought I would never do in my lifetime but when the opportunity arose in February last, I grabbed it with both hands. It is, arguably, one of the best things to do in Barbados. Alleyne’s on the west coast of Barbados is famous for its powder-white sands,...
When choosing your next holiday or vacation to the Caribbean there are a few things you should consider. Firstly and most importantly the weather in the Caribbean, secondly how busy it is and thirdly the cost as Caribbean luxury rentals tend to drop in price during the Low Season. Here are some helpful facts and...
Swimming with Stingrays in the Cayman Islands is one of those out-of-world experiences that just sounds crazy when you come home from your vacation and tell everyone what you got up to…even better when you have photos and videos to prove it! This is perhaps the Cayman Islands’ most famous attraction and one of the...
St Barths is one of the most exclusive islands in the Caribbean offering a chic atmosphere with a wonderful French flavour. One of the best ways to see St Barths is to take a drive around this stunning island which is only 8 square miles and experience what the Top 5 Beaches in St Barths...
Destination weddings are becoming the weddings de jour for those who love luxury and the experience of something completely unique. The Caribbean has long been seen as the spot for couples in the know. Barbados is the ideal island to marry and to honeymoon as there are some many gorgeous ceremony and reception locations. The...
