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The Asia Pacific Villa Rental Market 2023: Latest Market Insights

This is a biennial research piece exploring the villa rental market in the Asia Pacific region. We analyse the supply, demand, trends and challenges of the market. In this 2023 report, you will find details about market recovery after the pandemic; sources of villa guests as well as insights from our local experts. We will also provide historical data from 2017 to see how the market has changed. The Asia Pacific Villa Rental Market 2023: Has the Market Recovered? The market has grown by 44.6%, reaching US$392.7 million, just slightly below the 2019 level. However, the recovery depends on individual markets. While some have bounced back completely and even surpassed 2019, others are still quite sluggish. Luxury travel trends in 2023 and beyond: continuous growth, sustainable tourism, competition & more. Download the research here We would like to thank our experts for sharing their valuable insights: Ian Macaulay, Managing Director…

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Villa Finder Referral Program: Double Happiness

What the program is about: When you refer a friend to stay with Villa Finder, your friend will receive $100 off their first booking, and you will receive a $100 Amazon Gift Card when the booking is confirmed. How it works: The referee needs to provide the Villa Finder team with the name, email address and a past booking number of the referrer when making a booking. Upon verification, the referee will receive A$100 or S$100 off. When the booking has been confirmed, Villa Finder will send the gift card to the referrer. This is a pilot program. It will end on June 30, 2023. Villa Wolfe in Seminyak, Bali Terms and Conditions: This program is only available to Villa Finder clients in Australia and Singapore. This program only applies to new bookings. If a client has an existing booking with us and now informs us of the name of…

Bali Activities

11 Best Spas For A Massage Day in Canggu

Canggu is a spot well-sought for city dweller tourists. As the hottest spot in Bali, it has countless fun things to try. If you want to party hard, it offers a shiny nightlife that makes you stay until dawn. If you want a physical challenge, you can spend your day learning to surf. But after your tiring day-to-day, you might want your vacation to be about healing. You can have a slow day in nature with a long walk in its well-known rice field, traveling to its various beaches for sunset-viewing, or having your meal in a nature-built cafe. And for a perfect rejuvenation, you might want to book a massage session in a spa. A massage has various health benefits, such as relieving anxiety, improving sleep quality, boosting focus, and helping with muscle pain. After your day of treatment, your fatigue will melt away. And now you are ready…

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Zermatt vs Verbier: The Best Places to Ski in Switzerland

Are you dreaming of snuggling up in front of a crackling fireplace in your cozy wooden chalet with a hot chocolate after a long day on the slopes? Imagine a fairytale winter wonderland with charming wooden houses, quaint streets, and horse-drawn carriages framed by towering majestic mountains. Welcome to the Swiss Alps, a skier’s paradise, and the perfect place for a winter vacation. Here you’ll find two of the most famous skiing destinations in the world—Zermatt and Verbier. As with any vacation, planning is key. Planning for skiing vacations also requires assessing the level of skiing experience of your group, examining non-skiing activities, finding lodging, and organizing travel to mountainous regions. Here, we’ll take a look at the pros and the cons of both Zermatt and Verbier to make your vacation planning easy! Zermatt, an intermediate skier’s haven Photo by Gabriel Garcia Marengo on Unsplash Step into the famous town…

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The Best Things to Do in Deia

Are you curious to know why famous artists, literary marvels, and musical celebrities have chosen Deia as their home and vacation spot? Out of all the beautiful spots you can find on this planet, Deia is like a magnet for famous figures like Princess Diana, Robert Graves, Richard Branson, Michael Douglas, Chopin, Charlie Chaplin, David Bowie and many more. Deia’s seduction power has many factors involved like the fact that everyone is treated with the same warm hospitality by the locals and the stars can enjoy anonymity. Adding to that is the natural environment as Deia is situated in a spectacular setting in a green ravine with gorgeous views out to the glistening, azure Mediterranean Sea. The area has been dug out with irrigated terraces to plant stunning olive, citrus, and orange trees by the Moors 10 centuries ago and their work is still intact. Sprinkled around this magical environment…

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[UPDATED 1 July 2022] Covid-19 Travel Requirements for Villa Finder’s Asian Destinations

The pandemic is coming to its end, travel restrictions are one by one being lifted and there is new information at an almost daily basis. This can be confusing, but it is our goal to keep it clear and updated for you. In this article, we constantly update the Covid-19 travel requirements of our destinations in Asia. Note: as the rules can be complicated depending on your type of travel, in this article we will only focus on restrictions on non-essential travel, ie. travel for tourism purposes. For quick access, simply click on the country you want to travel to. Indonesia Covid-19 Non-Essential Travel Requirements Since March 7th, Bali has reopened! Not for all countries yet, but at the moment travelers from 61 countries can enter quarantine free and with a Visa on Arrival. A PCR test is also no longer needed. For a list of the eligible countries, please click…

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Villa Rental Updates: Villa Finder Partners Avantio

If you are a villa owner, we have some great news for you! Villa Finder is an official partner with Avantio, a rental software company with over 20 years in the industry and an international team from 24 countries. About Avantio Avantio’s property management software is an all-in-one solution, available in 7 languages. They have been supporting agencies across the globe to streamline processes and maximize revenue. With the vacation rental channel manager, villa owners can instantly update your portfolio on over 50 platforms and portals at the click of a button. When you are working with Avantio, the team will also create and optimize your vacation rental website, to showcase your unique brand and increase direct bookings. About Villa Finder Management and Distribution Solution At Villa Finder, we specialise in bringing the right villas to the right clients. We pride ourselves on being responsive, proactive and having a thorough…

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[Updated Nov 2021] Mauritius Covid-19 Travel Requirements

With pristine beaches, majestic mountains and waterfalls, it’s not strange that Mauritius charms travellers around the globe. The pandemic puts a damper on our holiday plan, but rejoice, the island is now open to tourism! Mauritius travel requirements differ for vaccinated and un-vaccinated guests. Check them out below! Mauritius travel requirements for fully-vaccinated travellers You are free to stay in villas, hotels or other types of accommodation.You will need to provide a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours before departure.On Day 0 (when you arrive in Mauritius), do an antigen test at the airport or at the hotel (if you stay in a hotel). If the result is negative, you can explore the island.You will need to do another test on Day 5.Covid-19 insurance is required, unless you are a Mauritian citizen or a resident/occupational permit holder.Fill in the All in One travel form and submit it to immigration…

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[Updated March 2022] Sri Lanka Covid-19 Travel Requirements

We are always charmed by Sri Lanka’s rolling green hills, the ancient UNESCO sites and its rich history and culture. With the pandemic situation, we find ourselves missing the Pearl of the Indian Ocean quite a bit. But guess what? The country is now open again for tourism. Check out Sri Lanka Covid-19 Travel Requirements below! Travel requirements for fully vaccinated travelers If you are fully vaccinated, you can enter Sri Lanka without having to quarantine and no need to stay for a minimum number of nights or in a specific accommodation. The requirements are as follow: Must have completed the complete dose 14 days before coming to Sri LankaOriginal vaccination certificate (and English translation if applicable)A valid tourist visa. The visa needs to be applied online via www.eta.gov.lkYou do not need to show a negative PCR test upon arrival. You should carry the original vaccination certificate / card (and…

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[Updated 1 July 2022] Samui Travel Requirements

Koh Samui is open for travelers! Current situation: As of May 1st, all fully vaccinated travelers can enter Thailand without quarantine and without PCR test.Here are the requirements as of July 1st: Fully vaccinated for more than 14 days before traveling.Unvaccinated travelers can enter if they show a negative PCR result taken maximum 72 hours before arrival.Travel insurance is no longer obligatory but it is highly recommended by the Thai government. As of 1 July 2022, 74% of the population has been fully vaccinated. 6.2% has only been partially vaccinated. (More information here) Related articles: How to get to Koh Samui?Great fun adventures in Koh Samui: 4 must-do activitiesBest restaurants in Koh Samui – 33 Restaurants to Keep You Happy!