Villas cottages & apartments holiday brochure selection

They say: "A villa holiday can offer privacy and seclusion or put you close to the action – you decide. Our 2010 brochure features over 2500 handpicked properties in 50 different destinations. Whether you’re looking for a rural retreat, a beachside property in the heart of the action or something in between, we’ve got the prefect property and usually with its own pool."

• Plan trips to your own timetable
  
• Travel at any time of year
  
• New destinations for 2010 include Sicily, Bordeaux and Languedoc
  
• Key destinations include : Greek Islands, Cyprus, Turkey, France, Croatia, Italy, Portugal, Egypt, Florida, Barbados and Dubai

They say: "This brochure features villas right by the sea, tucked away or in the heart of it all. These handpicked properties are spread across 20 favourite sunshine destinations and range from cosy one bedroomed villas to luxury properties with six bedrooms – but there is one thing in common: they all have their own swimming pool for you to enjoy."

• For larger numbers there are villas that sleep up to 12 and neighbouring villas available to book
  
• A range of family-friendly villas within 90mins of the airport
  
• Key destinations include : Florida, Corsica, Portugal, Spain, Balearics, Italy, Canaries, Greece, Cyprus and Turkey

They say: "The second edition of this summer 2010 brochure brings together a special range of holidays featuring villas with pools and stylish hotels, all with sensible prices. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful hillside retreat, a villa close to the beach, ora family friendly complex we have everything allowing you to tailor your ideal holiday."

• All properties can be booked as villa package holidays or on a villa-only basis
  
• All Villas with Style clients get an extra 5kg of check-in luggage allowance, totalling 20kgs
  
• Key destinations include : Corfu, Kefalonia, Crete, Cyprus, Turkey, Gozo, Menorca, Florida

They say: "Orlando is a great choice for a family holiday. We don’t select our apartments, villas and townhouses based on the cheapest price, but whether it is the best value and quality available. Every one has been inspected to ensure the highest possible standards. Don’t forget all our holidays are fully protected with our licence from the Civil Aviation Authority."

• Loads of deals including kids under 12 eat free, free minivan car hire with satnav and pre-reserved airline seats
  
• Ginn Reunion resort prices start from £619pp for a week and a Disney three night Bahamian Cruise starts at £239pp
  
• Key destinations include : Lake Buena Vista Village, Holiday Inn Club Vacations, Tuscan Resort and Southern Dunes Resort all in Orlando and the Disney Cruise Line

They say: "CV Travel offers a full range of hand-picked villas and hotels in Greece and her islands, islands which are known for their friendly hospitality, wonderful culture and ancient traditions. This year sees many new villas added to the portfolio, including contemporary designed villas in Corfu and Paxos, family houses and pretty stone villas in Kefalonia."

• CV Travel can arrange car hire, boat hire and excursions for you
  
• Private Collection Villas offer the most luxurious accommodation with cook and concierge services
  
• Key destinations include : Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Crete and Mykonos

They say: "CV Travel’s Mediterranean portfolio encompasses grand houses in Andalucia surrounded by lawned grounds, mature gardens and an inviting swimming pool, to stylishly minimalist villas in Ibiza, funky fincas in Mallorca, and superb homes on the Algarve. Our villas are situated in some of the most enchanting coastal and countryside locations, and many are perfect for large groups to enjoy, whilst others are romantic hideaways."

• CV Travel representatives are all English-speaking and live full time in Spain and Portugal
  
• You can opt for a cook service in many villas including some of the most luxurious properties
  
• Key destinations include : Andalucia, Costa de la Luz, Ibiza, Mallorca, Algarve and Costa Azul

They say: "Our 2010 brochure offers a much expanded portfolio of properties throughout the UK in some of the most sought-after and beautiful regions. At the core of our collection are gatehouses, lodges and converted stables set within the grounds of stately homes, castles and country estates, but we now also include secluded cottages, village houses and even city apartments in London and Edinburgh."

• New for 2010 are unique properties such as the thatched cottage in Devon, a Cotswold stone house in Lower Slaughter and a new development next to a 12th century priory in Cumbria
  
• Prices are for the property per week, including maid service as detailed, pool maintenance and cleaning where relevant and bed linen and towels
  
• Key destinations include : Inverness, Highlands, Cumbria, Cheshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Powys, Kent, Cotswolds, Dorset, Cornwall and London

They say: "The CV Travel Italy portfolio includes elegant villas in the undulating countryside of Tuscany, renovated farmhouses and even an entire hamlet, the Borgo San Biagio, in Umbria, quirky towers for two on the stunning Amalfi Coast and unique trulli houses in Puglia, where the olive groves look like puffs of green in this flatter landscape."

• The brochure features recommendations for honeymoons, weddings, families and designer chic properties
  
• An in-house cook service is available for many of the properties featured and all have a swimming pool
  
• Key destinations include : Tuscany, Umbria, Lazio, Puglia, Sicily, Sardinia, Ponza and Amalfi

They say: "The second edition of this brochure offers self catering accommodation in Greece and Turkey, from a converted olive press in Corfu, to a romantic villa for two on Turkey’s Bodrum Peninsula. There are also several new properties for 2010 – all of which have been handpicked for you."

• All accommodation can be booked as a package including flights, transfers/hire car or book accommodation only
  
• Look out for unique properties such as The Windmill in Paxos or Bouritsa Farm in Corfu
  
• Key destinations include : Corfu, Parga, Leftkas, Zante, Santorini, Bodrum, Dalyan and Kalkan

They say: "The CV Travel France portfolio includes renovated mas and elegant châteaux in Provence, stylish villas on the Côte d’Azur, inviting homes in The Dordogne as well as villas and even an entire domaine in Corsica. Many of these are ideal for large groups of families and friends, whilst others are peaceful havens for couples. Almost all have swimming pools and many offer exceptional views."

• Maid service is included with all villas featured
  
• Local CV Travel staff are all full time residents who are passionate about where they live and can tell you all you need to know to make the most of the local area
  
• Key destinations include : Corsica, Côte d’Azur, Provence and the Dordogne

They say: "We’re here to provide you with wonderful villas and boutique hotels in beautiful places all exclusive to us. Our exceptional service is supported with real knowledge and attention to detail. We’re here to help when need us and to leave you alone when you don’t."

We say: "Luxury and exclusivity are key for Exclusive Escapes holidaymakers. Unique boutique hotels include the Deniz Fenari Lighthouse in Kas and the Hotel Villa Mahal in Kalkan, described by the Sunday Times as offering one of the top 10 best views in the world."

• Exceptional service and attention to detail is what Exclusive Escapes aims for, in order to set them apart from the rest
  
• Flexible bookings – choose when to travel, how and how long for
  
• Let the expert sales team advise you on the best choice for you; from activity to self-learing themed hols

They Say: "CV Travel’s portfolio of elegant villas and peaceful riads in Morocco has grown over recent years to include hotels in other North African countries and in Arabia. From renowned, ultra modern five star hotels to unique eco-lodges and from the contemporary chic to intriguing desert retreats, our collection of hotels is not only situated in some of the most enthralling historical lands, but also cater for every type of holiday requirement."

• English speaking staff are employed in resort to help you with the best local tips
  
• You can choose private taxi transfers or let CV Travel arrange car hire for you
  
• Key destinations include : Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Oman and Dubai

They say: "With over 1800k of coastline and a situation equidistant between Italy and Tunisia, Sardinia is set in the heart of the Mediterranean and has flavours to match – it’s an island that boasts a fiercely independent character, whilst remaining indisputably Italian. We’ve put together a collection of 60 properties, from rural cottages and villas with pools, to family residences and luxury hotels."

• All prices are shown as accommodation-only, so you can make your own travel arrangements, or we can put together a package for you
  
• We can organise Sardinian sailing holidays and other tailormade itineraries for you
  
• Key destinations include : Alghero, Arzachena, San Pantaleo, Porto Cervo, Pula, Chia and Capriccioli

They say: "CV Travel’s worldwide portfolio includes countries such as South Africa, where properties range from rustic staffed lodges on the edge of Kruger National Park, to stunning modern villas on the coast near Cape Town. In colourful Brazil, exquisite beach houses, chic cliff top hideaways and colonial city pads make up the collection, whilst sumptuous villas in enviable locations offering the highest standard of accommodation and staffing typify our Thailand collection. CV Travel also offers traditional houses and villas with staff in India, Sri Lanka and New Zealand."

• Book flight inclusive holidays or accommodation only – the choice is yours
  
• CV Travel will help you book add ons such as car hire and hot air balloon rides
  
• Key destinations include : South Africa, Brazil, Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, New Zealand

They say: "An inspirational collection of exclusive properties in some of Greece’s most idyllic, yet lesser-known locations. Our latest brochure continues to combine our Ionian and Aegean destinations offering our dedicated clients and grecophiles an ever increasing range of accommodation in a remarkably diverse country, whether you’re looking for a romantic getaway, a family holiday or a simple yet tranquil retreat."

• Prices include flights, transfers, accommodation and welcome hamper
  
• Some properties include car hire for the whole or part of your holiday
  
• Key destinations include : Kefalonia. Lefkada, Paxos, Corfu, Skopelos, Skiathos and Athens

They say: "CV Travel’s carefully selected collection of villas in the Caribbean ranges from simple, traditional cottages to exceptional staffed villas, stunning plantation houses, estates and even private islands. Many of the villas boast a private cook, all have swimming pools, and many are situated close to the white beaches that so epitomise the Caribbean. Also included in our Caribbean portfolio are many of the region’s best hotels, inns and villa resorts."

• Look out for accommodation recommendations for fans of golf and scuba diving
  
• Two centre holidays can be organised, given the proximity of the islands
  
• Key destinations include : Barbados, St Lucia, Antigua, Tobago, Grenada, The Grenadines, Jamaica, British Virgin Islands, Nevis, Anguilla and St Barths

They say: "Uncommercialised, untouched and unspoilt – Corsica is without doubt a beautiful and bewitching place, seducing every visitor to this Mediterranean island off the coast of France. We are Corsica specialists and offer package, accommodation-only and tailormade holidays in over 100 handpicked self-catering properties and hotels."

• All previous customers benefit from a £35 per person loyalty discount
  
• Discount child places, free cots and high chairs along with a welcome pack offered in most self-cater properties
  
• Key destinations include : Calvi, St Florent, Erbalunga, Santa Giulia, Oletta, Bonifacio, Lumio and Porto Vecchio

They say: “CV Travel’s portfolio of properties in Britain includes pretty cottages, elegant manor houses and charming renovated farmhouses in coastal and rural locations. Accommodating from two to 22 guests, some houses are perfect for a romantic break, whilst others are ideal for a large house party or relaxing family holiday. A number of properties offer activities such as arranging surfing lessons, horse riding and wild food walks."

• Properties offer a wide range of home comforts and facilities from Nintendo Wii and heated pools, to archery and cookery lessons on site
  
• Some houses are staffed, others offer a babysitting service and optional chef
  
• Key destinations include : Cornwall, Devon, Herefordshire, The Cotswolds, Norfolk, Suffolk, Northumberland, Wales and West Sussex

They say: "From a traditional bergerie in Porto Vecchio to beachside villas on Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, Simply Travel has a handpicked property on Corsica or in Italy that you’ll love. You’ll also love the free car hire and welcome hamper deal on all our self cater packages, or you can choose accommodation only."

• Dedicated UK and overseas customer service team to make sure your holiday runs smoothly
  
• Look out for free child places offers thoughout the brochure
  
• Key destinations include : Porto Vecchio, Bonifacio, Valinco Gulf, Tuscany and Sardinia

They say: "This Lagrange brochure is packed full of self-catering apartments and luxury properties available on accommodation only, self-drive or rail package deals to city apartments, coastal, countryside or mountain locations. There are lots of new properties for 2010 including Le Village de la Mer in Talmont St Hilaire on the Atlantic coast, new build city apartments in Paris and Strasbourg, as well as a new range of villas with private pools."

• All accommodation is classed as Prestige, Confort+, Classic or City and there are Spa and Bien-Etre resort spa centres too
  
• Lagrange can organise your Channel crossing and overnight hotel stops for you
  
• Key destinations include : Chamonix, Samoens, Antibes, Ste Maxime, Cap d’Agde, Saint Lary, Biscarrosse-Plage, Cancale, Deauville and Paris

They say: "A handpicked holiday selection, an award winning reputation for customer service and guaranteed best value throughout. We have cottages, farmhouses and barn conversions with gardens, decks, beams and thatched roofs for that idyallic British cottage holiday or short break."

• New for 2009 Tesco home shopping delivery service to most cottages
  
• Over half of the cottages featured are pet-friendly
  
• Key destinations include : Wales, Scotland, the Peak District, south, east, south west, heart of England and north

Over 3000 country cottages of the highest standard in every corner of England and Wales.

More than 500 hand-picked properties, all located in the loveliest areas of Ireland and all individually graded.

Over 260 carefully selected cottages in the most delightful parts of Ireland.

They say: "Take a holiday with the convenience of taking your own vehicle. Have fun with the family at Center Parcs in Holland, visit Legoland in Denmark, chill with friends in a secluded lakeside cottage in Sweden or book onto a river cruise through Holland at tulip time – we’ve got a whole host of holiday ideas for you."

• Choice of two cabins types: the standard Seaways Cabin or the Commodore Cabin with sea views, toiletries and mini bar
  
• Kids will enjoy the onboard play area and during school holidays there’s the Pirates Kids’ Club
  
• Key destinations include : Amsterdam, Malmo, Cologne, Bergen, Stravanger, Stockholm, Copenhagen and Brussels
  
• Please note : As of 01/09/09 all bookings will incur a fuel surcharge of £5pp each way and is in addition to the prices shown in this brochure

They say: "What better way to discover the diversity of this glorious country than booking self-catered accommodation to make you feel at home as soon as set foot through the door? Chez Nous is a comprehensive directory offering accommodation to book directly with the owner all over France."

• Great value as you deal with the property owner direct, cutting out the middle man
  
• Many properties have live availability and online booking
  
• Key destinations include : Normandy, the Loire, Dordogne, Cote d’Azur, the French Alps, Burgundy and the Pyrenees