Holidu Magazine

With less than three weeks to go until we say goodbye to 2021, Holidu, the search engine for holiday rentals, decided to find out which British towns and cities are the most popular for New Year's Eve this year! While restrictions and regulations undoubtedly make things a little more complicated, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate the occasion safely with your loved ones. So get ready to don your sparkly attire, head to one of these party cities, and ring in the New Year in style!

With the first day of autumn behind us, the crisp air has transported us into Pumpkin Spice Latte Season. What better way to celebrate than with a warm cup of coffee? Brits are usually associated with our tea-drinking habits, but we are increasingly showing our love for coffee too. So grab your Pumpkin Spice Latte or Americano and get ready to explore Holidu’s top 10 most popular cities for coffee in the UK.

Sustainability is increasingly determining the decisions of many consumers – and this also affects vacations. The vacation rental portal Holidu is supporting this demand by introducing the new search filter "Eco properties".

Explore Fuerteventura's top 5 Star Host accommodations, offering charming retreats and luxurious beachside stays. Enjoy modern amenities, stunning views, and easy access to local attractions for the perfect island getaway.

With Halloween on the horizon and all things spooktacular in mind, Holidu, the search engine for holiday rentals, has decided to draw up a list of the most mysterious medieval castles, which this year can become your next ghoulish getaway! With five castles in the UK and five others scattered throughout mainland Europe, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Valentine's Day coming up is the perfect excuse to book yourself and your loved one a fancy dinner date, a luxurious spa day, or perhaps a romantic getaway! Rather than choosing to splash the cash on expensive hotels, why not go for a more secluded and budget-friendly option - your very own holiday rental. From cosy carriages to lovely log cabins, we have rounded up some of the most gorgeous rentals for an unforgettable weekend away.

Fancy staying on a fishing boat, in a railway carriage or a treehouse this summer?

With everyone dreaming of summer weather, why wait! Experiencing more sunny days can result in a better mood and simply help you enjoy life more! If the gloomy winter months have left you in need of your next fix of vitamin D and are not sure where to go, look no further. Read on to discover the US cities where the weather is always warm.

Women’s solo travel is one of the biggest trends to have emerged over the last decade, with more and more women taking the plunge and deciding to explore the world alone. And why would they not? Travelling alone can be amazingly liberating: you’ll be empowered by the freedom that solo travel offers, every fellow traveller you meet will become a friend, you’ll experience culture intensely, and you can explore where you want to explore without having to consider the wanderlust of anybody but your own.

The Holidu Group gives its growth strategy another boost: Holidu takes over the holiday home portal Spain-Holiday and merges the business with its subsidiary Bookiply. The Holidu Group thus offers the largest range of holiday rentals in Spain.

We are very proud to announce that we have secured another financing round with £32M in Series D. The latest funding round is led by 83North with participation from existing investors.

As of Wednesday the 30th of June, Brits will have the green light to travel to the Balearic Islands without having to quarantine upon return home! Eager holidaymakers across the country are itching to hop on a flight and soak up some long-awaited Spanish sun.

The desire to travel is stronger than ever and fully vaccinated Brits have just received the green light to travel to Italy without quarantine regulations upon arrival. Italy is one of those countries that is on everyone’s bucket list. Rome, Venice, Milan… they’re all places that we’d like to visit at least once in our lives. But Italy is full of charming small towns that are just as beautiful and worth visiting. If you decide to cross Italy off your bucket list, why not add one of these popular travel destinations, among the Italians themselves, into your itinerary?

Thanks to the hot weather we are experiencing at the moment, now is the perfect time to organise a good old camping trip! With this in mind, Holidu, the search engine for holiday rentals, decided to determine the must-visit spots. The ranking was formed by looking at the popularity of the destinations on Google. Additionally, the number of camping options available and the average summer sun hours were also considered to identify the top ten seaside destinations for camping this summer.

After two years of constant travel restrictions, we are finally daring to dream again. Travel lovers across the globe are desperate to book a flight to their next destination and to start to make up for the lost time. But which destinations should be at the top of our bucket list?

With the school holidays coming up and the weather finally improving, it is time to start thinking about your next summer staycation destination. Scotland is home to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes, and its beaches are not to be missed. That’s why Holidu, the search engine for holiday rentals, has decided to find out which are the must-visit beaches in Scotland this year, creating the perfect bucket list to start planning your trip with!

Volcanoes, unique flora, stunning scenery and luscious beaches are just some of the reasons why people love to holiday here every year. The island boasts a unique tropical climate and is an excellent getaway during winter.

Fuerteventura is the second largest island of the Canary Islands. It is located less than 100km off the coast of the Sahara Desert on Africa’s North-west coast and enjoys a dry subtropical climate with average daily maximum temperatures ranging from 20°C in January to 28°C in August with a lot of sunshine. Perfect for a winter hideaway! The island Fuerteventura is a great choice for trying out watersports, especially windsurfing, as it is known for its refreshing breezes. The island is a top holiday destination in Europe due to its sheer rugged beauty, amazing beaches, beautiful coastlines, and great restaurants and cafes.