Holiday Homes in the Sun
Scouring the continent for the ultimate mortgage-free getaway, Holiday Homes in the Sun is a fun-loving showcase for Europe's most incredible rentals.
Costa Teguise
Every year nearly three million tourists descend on Lanzarote to enjoy the sunshine, sandy beaches, watersports, and gorgeous holiday homes— which is handy as we have uncovered four of our favourite.
Mataro
When most people think of a Catalan holiday their minds jump to Barcelona or the Costa Brava. In this episode our terrific trio head to Mataró to see four incredible traditional Catalan holiday homes.
West Dordogne
The Dordogne Valley is a perfect holiday destination for outdoor enthusiasts, and lovers of cheese and wine, so they've found four of the best holiday homes in the area that cater to every taste.
Woolacombe
Woolacombe may have a population of less than 1,000 but every year thousands of surfers, swimmers, and beach bums descend upon its shores to soak up some of the best seas Britain has to offer.
Sintra
Sintra used to be the holiday destination of Portugal's royals and aristocracy, but today it stands as a popular tourist destination boasting restaurants, hotels, and views worthy of royalty.
Empuriabrava
Nestled in the Gulf of Roses in the far north of Catalonia, Empuriabrava features some of Europe's most magnificent and lesser known canals, so it's the perfect place for a family getaway.
Bergerac
Bergerac and its surrounding areas are one of the most popular destinations in France for British expats, but how will it fare in the sunny holiday home stakes?
Combe Martin
Combe Martin in the north of the county has stunning natural beauty, beaches, great food and more, so our brilliant trio are here to see four incredible holiday homes for a scenic North Devon retreat.
Corralejo
Fuerteventura is perfect for all kinds of outdoor activities all year round so our trio are in the north of the island competing to find the best places to experience everything that's on offer.
Salerno
Salerno may be overshadowed by the Amalfi Coast, but it can offer so much for holidaymakers. With incredible views, food to die for, and a more wallet-friendly price tag—Salerno has it all.
Saint Emilion
Saint Emilion is surrounded by vineyards first planted by the Romans as early as the 2nd century. For an area this steeped in history, you would expect some truly incredible holiday homes.
Begur
With no less than eight stunning beaches and coves in the area an amazing view isn't a hard thing to find in Begur—so these guys need to hit it out of the park with interiors too.
Amalfi
Amalfi, and the coast that bares its name, is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world, with architecture, food and views that put most other places to shame.
Tamar Valley
Devon and Cornwall are two of the nation's favourite vacation areas and The Tamar Valley, right on the border of these two counties, is a phenomenal example of why they are so beloved.
Sorrento
Sorrento overlooks the Bay of Naples, and offers easy transport to some of the region's best-known destinations such as Naples, the ancient Roman city of Pompeii and the island of Capri.
Dubrovnik
Lapad might not be a popular destination, but that doesn't make it any less special. With amazing restaurants, and a commanding position on the Adriatic it's the perfect place for a coastal holiday.
Lisbon
Lisbon is Europe's second oldest city and sports everything from world-class shopping to Roman ruins with added night life and food to die for so it is the perfect spot for a weekend city break.
Ravello
Ravello became a destination for some of the greatest artists and writers of the 20th century, but today we're looking for nothing more than the quintessential Italian getaway for our fantastic trio.
Caldereta
Fuerteventura is an incredibly popular holiday destination and today our trio are bringing us to the heart of the island looking to find the best of the best traditional Canarian holiday homes.
Chipping Camden
Every year, The Cotswolds welcomes millions of visitors. While it may be an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the hustle and bustle of peak season can be a bit too much for some.
Cascais and Estoril
Estoril is not only famous for its beaches, opulent lifestyles, and famous visitors; but also the fact its casino was also the basis for the 'Casino Royal' in Ian Fleming's first Bond novel.
Playa Blanca
Today we're in Lanzarote, Amanda Lamb's favourite of the Canaries, looking for the perfect poolside place for family getaways or couples' breaks.
Abergavenny
Sitting at the meeting point of the Usk and Gavenny rivers and almost entirely surrounded by mountains, Abergavenny is the perfect place to kick start a journey into the world-famous Brecon Beacons.
Dubrovnik Old Town
With streets and buildings that remain virtually unchanged since its 13th century completion, Old Town Dubrovnik has experienced a tourism renaissance since featuring in the hit show Game of Thrones.
Tetbury and Cirencester
Amanda Lamb, JB Gill, and Sam Pinkham are in The Cotswolds, around the towns of Tetbury and Cirencester, competing the find the ultimate holiday home for an incredible family holiday.
Saint Raphael
The Cote D'Azur is one of the world's most famous holiday destinations, with names like Cannes and Nice known for stunning views, blue seas, and a level of opulence only the French can pull off.
Dalmatian Coast
The Dalmatian Coast has some of Europe's most rugged coastlines set over the gorgeous seas of the Adriatic, so it's the perfect place to go to find a holiday home with a truly magnificent view.
Windermere
The landscape around Windermere is inspiring our terrific trio to find the best possible Lake District retreats the area has to offer.
Brecon
The Brecon Beacons are home to some of the country's most stunning natural landscapes. It is a truly phenomenal area for a family holiday, especially if you're trying to get back in touch with nature.
Italy: Tuscany, Lucca
Lucca is a town that dates back to Roman times, but is best known for its Renaissance era architecture and as a fantastic base from which to explore everything the Tuscan countryside has to offer.
