Stephanie, Author at Villa Finder Magazine

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The Queen of Cote d’Azur: Things to do in Nice

Narrow streets with tall houses in yellow, ochre and red, Nice is a stunning sprawling city located in the south of France. This coastal city is the country’s second-largest city after Paris and it’s also known as “The Queen of Cote d’Azur” in the gorgeous French Riviera. Nice is a popular tourist destination and you’ll soon find out why. Beautiful and colourful, lively, chic, fashionable and unique, Nice features a wide boulevard, postcard-perfect views, vibrant markets, exquisite restaurants and fun bars. It’s also a cosmopolitan city with fancy shopping malls and cute boutique shops. Beachlife, dining, shopping, amazing private pool villas – no matter what you came for, you’ll find it in Nice. Here’s our selection of the best things to do in Nice: 1. Visit the Old Town: Vieux Nice Credit: fayyaaz974 on Instagram Vieux Nice is the city’s Old Town with beautiful terracotta buildings from the 16th century…

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Luxury Ski Chalets in France for Your Winter Holiday in the Alps

When you think of France, you may picture endless vineyards, medieval towns, beaches and mountains but did you know you can also go on an unforgettable ski holiday in the French Alps? There are gorgeous ski chalets you can rent for a wonderful time with family and friends. Want to go top of the notch? These are our most amazing luxury ski chalets in France: 1. Chalet Orca This luxury chalet is located in the stunning Val d’Isere in France. Just minutes from the lovely town of La Fornet and close to the slopes, this wooden chalet has 5 bedrooms and impressive luxury facilities. How about a private indoor heated pool? In fact, Chalet Orca has an entire dedicated wellness space with a jacuzzi, sauna, hammam and a large Italian shower. You get to enjoy spectacular views from the bed and the wooden balconies. Chalet Orca has a private gym…

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What to do in Pisa

Pisa is a sprawling city in Italy. It’s a place full of history, culture, impressive architecture and important landmarks. The city is small but very beautiful and charming. It’s really worth taking your time, spending a few days in Pisa and discovering its true spirit. When strolling around you will be delighted to discover unique boutique shops, cafes and fabulous little places to eat out. If you’re wondering where to stay, you can check out our private villas in Pisa and you can in for a wonderful holiday to one of the most iconic towns in Italy. 1. The Leaning Tower of Pisa Credit: nimorpeza on Instagram Let’s start with the most obvious tourist attraction: The Leaning Tower of Pisa. It was constructed in the 12th century. However, after the tower was finished the foundation turned out to be unstable and so it started leaning. Even today, the tower is…

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Things to do in Ibiza Town

Ibiza Town is where your plane lands on the beautiful island of Ibiza. You might as well stick around here in the capital city for it is a sprawling, beautiful, bubbly place to stay with stunning beaches, epic clubs, a beautiful old town and plenty of things to do. This blog is all about what to do in Ibiza Town. Some highlight… 1. open-air cinema and cultural heritage @ Dalt Vila Old Town Openair screenings at Cinema Paradiso Ibiza. Credit: clubcinemaparadiso on Instagram Dalt Vila is the fortified old town in Ibiza town featuring Unesco World Heritage sites and panoramic ocean views. Dalt Vila translates to ‘upper town’ and it literally sits on top of a small mountain. The old town is one lovely melting pot of culture, history and trendy cafes and restaurants scattered around the narrow cobbled streets. Don’t miss out on the impressive entrance gate to the…

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An incredible holiday by the sea: Best Villas in the South of France

Explore the gorgeous Cote d’Azur, and see famous towns such as St. Tropez, Monaco and Nice… the south of France has a lot to offer! Not only are there gorgeous beaches – the private pool villas are equally breathing and impressive. For those of you looking for an extraordinary villa holiday, these are our best villas in the south of France. 1. Villa Colibri La Croix Valmer This is a massive 10-bedroom villa ideal for big groups wanting to spend quality time together in the south of France. The location is perfect just a short drive from the stunning beach in St. Tropez. Villa Colibri is stylish and modern featuring a big private infinity pool and jacuzzi in an expansive garden. It even has a dedicated pool for in-water sunbathing and on top of that, you get to enjoy mesmerizing ocean views while swimming and sunbathing in the crystal clear…

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The most amazing ski destination in Europe: Go skiing in Switzerland

Switzerland may be a relatively small country but everything about it is truly majestic. Especially those towering snow-covered mountain peaks in the Swiss Alps will totally blow you away. If you are up for an amazing ski holiday with breathtaking views all around, fresh air, epic ski slopes, delicious cheese fondues and authentic Swiss chocolate, you came to the right place in Switzerland. We have to admit, t’s not the cheapest ski destination but boy is it worth your money. You can stay in extremely luxurious chalets, complete with sauna, hammam, massage rooms, gyms and cinemas. For an unforgettable holiday in one of the most beautiful countries in Europe, the Swiss Alps will blow you away! Ski away this winter (or summer!) holiday The Swiss Alps have some of the most impressive ski slopes in the world. are you ready for a high-end ski holiday? Let’s go! Credit: Jim Whitehead…

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Attention: Beach Lovers – These are the Best Beaches in Puglia

Is it time to hit the beach? Yes! Although many people travel to Italy for the food, history and culture, Italy is a fabulous beach destination. Puglia is a beautiful place where nature, culture, beach vibes and Italian food come together. Puglia has 800 km of coastline to explore, bordering both the Ionian and the Adriatic Seas. You can laze on the beach, swim in the crystal clear water of the sea or go snorkelling. Are you planning to stay in this beautiful city? These are some of the best beaches in Puglia to check out. 1. Lama Monachile Credit:Alexander van Loon on Flickr Lama Monachile is a long en narrow beach sitting at the bottom of the picturesque clifftop town Polignano a Mare. With perfect white sands and the clearest water, no wonder this small beach can get crowded during the peak of summertime. Get there early for a…

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The Most Amazing Luxury Chalets in Switzerland for a Dream Holiday

How beautiful is Switzerland?! It’s arguably one of the most stunning countries in all of Europe and it’s a fantastic winter sports destination. Fresh air, snowcapped mountains, lots of fun things to do and stunning places to see. Where to stay? How about staying in a splendid private luxury chalet with gorgeous mountain views. We have quite a few of those and this article will highlight our most amazing luxury chalets in Switzerland. The Ultimate Luxury Getaway to the Swiss Alps Your luxury chalet will be your base from where you can go explore the pistes, the villages and the unspoiled surrounding nature. You will love being outdoors but you will also love staying in, dining on the terrace or cuddling up in front of the fireplace sharing a bottle of wine. Some of our chalets even have heated pools, jacuzzis, saunas and gyms. Find out all about it below.…

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5 Best Restaurants in Puglia: Feast for the Eye and Tongue

Ahh Italian food! Looking for the best restaurants in Puglia? You will not get disappointed. Puglia is where it all comes together: amazing food, stunning beaches, historical sites, unspoiled nature and ancient traditions. Whatever you came to Italy for, Italian food is definitely in your top 3. These are 5 great eateries you will want to check out during your holiday in Puglia: 1. Trattoria Terra Madre – Alberobello Organic farm-to-table Italian home cooking. Credit: trattoriaterramadre on Instagram What’s better than a restaurant that grows its vegetables in the garden outside? Organic, seasonal and fresh, Trattoria Terra Madre is the ultimate farm-to-table restaurant located in the traditional Trulli village of Alberobello in Puglia. You can sit outside on the terrace overlooking the vegetable garden. On the menu, you will find delicious antipasti made with fresh veggies and served beautifully. It’s innovative, healthy and yummy. Not to be missed! Trattoria Terra…

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Incredible Italy: Best things to do in Puglia

Are you thinking of planning a trip to Italy and are you wondering what are the best things to do in Puglia? This blog is for you. First of all, what a great plan! We all love Rome, Florance and Tuscany but there are only a few who have discovered the beautiful, diverse region of Puglia located in the heel of Italy’s boot, way down south. From ancient walled hilltop town to beautiful beaches, great Baroque architecture, iconic sandstone villages and stunning unspoiled nature reserves to explore without hordes of tourists around. We fell in love with Puglia and we think you will too. A secret paradise awaits in Southern Italy Puglia is a paradise yet to be discovered. This beautiful, calm, unspoiled region in the south of Italy features fairytale-like hilltop towns and clifftop villages, endless olive groves, vineyards, flamingos(!) and stunning beaches along the Adriatic coast. You get…