Last Minute Holiday Escapes

If you’re considering traveling to Italy in 2014, now is the time to reserve your villa! Here’s why.

Many travelers who rent luxury villas on the island of St. Martin may find that the entire nation fits their personal version of paradise.

When enjoying a vacation in St. Barts, the bulk of your time will likely be spent at Caribbean villas.

When you stay at Turks and Caicos villas, it's easy to get swept up in the beautiful features of the islands as they are today.

Itching to pin down your next vacation? Before you do, take a moment to consider the villa destinations that will get you the most value for your vacation dollar.

Many travelers consider the natural beauty of Hawaii to be second to none.

There is no shortage of spectacular beaches that you can choose from when you book vacations at Caribbean villas.

If you've booked an exotic vacation to Turks and Caicos villas, there's a good chance you're planning on spending the bulk of your trip by the water.

No matter where you decide to rent luxury villas on your next vacation, there's a good chance you're close to a number of historic sites that will provide endless wonder to visitors.

There's no shortage of historic spots in Mexico.

A few Villas of Distinction team members recently took a weeklong trip to Tuscany to inspect villas first-hand. (Did you know that we actually stay in the villas we recommend? It’s true!) It took no time at all for us to unanimously agree: We were in love. Here are a few of the many reasons Tuscany stole our hearts.

A stay at luxury rentals in France will likely be filled with the greatest samples of French cuisine, fashion and culture you can get your hands on.

The views you encounter in Hawaii are among some of the most stunning you will see throughout the world.

There's no better way to immerse yourself in the culture of a destination than by participating in one of the  locale's signature celebrations.

The Caribbean is one of the world’s foremost vacation destinations, and as such, you may think you know it pretty well. But with over 700 islands, reefs, and cays, the region holds plenty of overlooked treasures and secrets! Learn our favorite little-known facts about four island destinations.

In the 1960s, vacationers flocked to St. John; in the 80s they jetted to St. Barths​. Now, Condé Nast Traveler reported, the place to rent luxury villas is St. Lucia.

Oceanfront terraces, tropical cocktails and island-inspired cuisine are only some of the standards you'll find at a number of Maui restaurants, so be sure to pack your appetites when you plan your exotic trip!

There's a reason that Tuscany is so popular in the summer. Its warm climate and gorgeous scenery are perfect for families looking to take a vacation during the school break season, and there are so many events and festivals that any week will feel like the perfect time to plan your stay.

Who doesn't need a little bonus perk every now and then? If you're heading to Barbados, the only thing that could make your stay at a luxury rental better is upgrading your vacation package with a special perk.

One of the best parts of planning an island vacation to an exotic luxury rental is the clothes you get to pack.