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Greetings fellow Travelers,

Have you found yourself in a vacation quandary, wondering whether you want to explore Europe this year or, instead,  simply slow down and kick back?  Why not do both?  This month we feature some of the properties of The Right Vacation Rental that allow you to do just that!

American travelers often think that a trip to Europe means tearing around madly "soaking up culture".  But Europeans have always been superb at taking it easy.  No one does absolutely nothing more skillfully than a European on vacation.  

So choose  the best of both worlds....rent a property with The Right Vacation Rental on an island paradise where one day you can simply luxuriate in a place of stunning beauty.  The next day, be delighted by the European medieval city around the corner, the prehistoric monuments a short drive away, and the fabulous nightlife down the road.  Come to the islands...of Europe.

The three island towns we feature this month combine a vacation atmosphere with a respect for tradition that is difficult to find outside Europe. The atmosphere is a perfect blend  between 'resort' and 'refined'.   So, make both sides of your split personality happy; cater to the culture vulture and satisfy the beach bunny.  Come with us to three wonderful towns on the islands of Greece (Santorini), Croatia (Hvar) and Italy (Sardinia).  With The Right Vacation Rental, you are assured that the property you rent is just as it's described.  Moreover, whether you prefer simple or luxurious accommodations, our prices are, we think, the best on the web.  

Happy Travels,

Marilee Taussig

Guest Editor 

E urozine May 2006

Oia on Santorini, Greece


 

Hvar Town, Hvar, Croatia

  Alghero

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The Villa Eftichia Apartment (Oia), per week, as low as $1207 No need to worry about the fact that the whole island wants to see the sunsets from Oia.  Walk out your  door onto this private terrace to view the breathtaking sunsets each evening in utter peace. The smallest of the three apartments here, yet luxuriously and tastefully furnished, it includes use of the Jacuzzi  in the main courtyard with an incredible view.

Breathtaking Caldera Villa (Oia) As dusk begins to descend, watch the brilliant colors fade into the gentle sea from your private patio over looking the breathtaking caldera. Offering one of the most fantastic views of all the properties on the island, this luxurious, well- spaced villa defines this gorgeous vacation rental.

Josip Terrace (Hvar) per week as low as $878 Gorgeous and shady – guests will feel as if they are staying in the lap of luxury in this attractive stone villa flanked by ancient palm trees. The villa is ideally positioned to explore the captivating old town of Hvar, the incredible beaches and nature that the island beholds.

Theater Square Apartment (Alghero) per week, as low as $705  Soak up the beat of Algherian life from the lovely vacation rental ideally located in the historic Piazza Del Teatro. A well-spaced one-bedroom apartment awaits your stay on the exquisite island of Sardinia.

View across the Algherian piazza to an ancient town, that has seen conquerors come and go, but remains contented, basking in the sun. 
 
Oia
  On Santorini
A town at the tip of the legendary Greek island of Santorini, and perhaps the most photographed destination in the world.

 

What Frommers.com says about Oia: "The real wonder is that Santorini itself meets and exceeds all glossy picture-postcard expectations. Like an enormous mandible, Santorini encloses the pure blue waters of its caldera, the core of an ancient volcano. Its two principal towns, Fira and Oia, perch at the summit of the caldera, their whitewashed houses resembling from an approaching ship a dusting of new snow on the mountaintop."

 

What recent visitors say about Oia:

"…it is obvious. You can NOT miss sunset in Oia. Even if it is crowded. Buses leave Fira in the afternoon to arrive to Oia for the sunset and return 30 minutes after sunset. It is worth... even in high season. Find a place to seat in the old castle, near to the mill, or in any of the streets right in the cliff, and just relax, and enjoy... "Maria, from Spain, on  www.VirtualTourist.com

 

"Last year, we climbed down the hill from Oia, to the little harbor at the bottom of the crater, called Amoudia.  There was a wonderful little ‘primitivo’ restaurant, TABEPNA EPHNH, or Taverna Erini, in English....We went down the goat trail and ended up cliff climbing along over to Amoudia, until a friendly Greek fisherman rescued us in his caique."  Glenn Steiner on Google Groups


We loved Oia!  Beautiful white-washed houses, hotels, shops, and restaurants that cling to the side of the crater that is Santorini.  The town at the top as you get off the tram or climb the stairs is also worth exploring. I envy you.  We really want to go back.  Kelly, on Google Groups 

 

Hvar Town

on Hvar 

 

An island off the coast of Croatia, known for its sun, its celebrities and the unforgettable scent of lavender. 

 

What the New York Times Says about Hvar: “Nowhere is the tourist board's touted "Magical Croatia" brand more fitting than on Hvar, where they give names to the wind but not the streets, where children are said to fly and the richest man in the world has to wait for his latte during fjaka, when the island tucks in for its afternoon siesta. Steven Dougherty, July 17, 2005, NY Times 

 

What recent visitors say about Hvar:  

"It is said that the island of Hvar gets more sunshine than any other part of Croatia. Our travels to Hvar confirmed that. We had beautiful, sunny weather each day of our visit. The island has a temperate climate, relaxing environment, interesting history and great food and wine…Karen from Virtual Tourist.com

 

"The largest beach in the southern coast of the island is Dubovica!…This bay has the typical form of half-moon, the beach is made of white pebbles and on the right side there is the smallest village I never saw in my life: just a small church and 4 or 5 stone houses…The sea is so clear and blue that you can't stand on the beach without feeling the impulse to dive and have a bath!" Chiara from VirtualTourist.com

 

Alghero 

on Sardinia 

 

This ancient town on Sardinia's 'Coral Coast',  a mix of Italian and Catalan culture, offers a fantastic display of architecture, a colorful harbor and  a spider web of streets.  Superb restaurants can be found around every corner. 

 

InItaly.com says this about Sardinia:

 

“Its coastline is probably Europe's most spectacular. Its waters teem with fish and shellfish. Its broad valleys turn into golden oceans of wheat in summer...large flocks of sheep that feed on pungent wild herbs and produce a cheese your palate will never forget” 

 

What recent visitors say about Alghero:

 

“To visit ancient cities like beautiful Alghero (one of my very favourite places on earth) with old Spanish architecture, old cobble stoned streets, the huge forts and stone defences built around the city centre to protect it from sea invaders, it’s magnificent beaches and sparkling seas now make it one of the great holiday attractions in Sardinia.”  Trevor Axley

 

A unique language and culture school in the center of Alghero helps the visitor learn the Italian language while gaining a unique insight into Sardinian culture. Taking the language out of the classroom and onto the streets of Alghero, all five senses are activated during the learning process – not only do you listen and speak, but you eat, sleep and breathe Sardinia. A weekly crash course for tourists, called AllegraMente, meets in the late afternoon course is designed to give visitors an enticing taste of the Italian language and life.  ."Francesca Cantien, London, England, July 2004, AllegraMente

 

 

 

 
Twin villas on the Cliff(Oia) per week, as low as $1,866
Elegance, simplicity and an unbelievable view are three things that make this place special. These twin villas are two separate villas, but rented together, making the villa perfect for an extended family or two couples. The style is fantastic but must always take a back seat to the truly unforgettable view of the caldera and the sea 300 meters below.

Family Estate by the Sea, (Hvar)  per week, as low as $2744  Guests will feel like royalty at this impressive vacation rental in Hvar Town. Views to the sea, lovely antiques, spacious terraces, comfortable living quarters and a dream-like setting characterize this three bedroom vacation rental on one of the most beautiful islands in Croatia.

Hvar Island -- often touted as a "jet set" location, the island surprises visitors with its rich culture and varied  history.  Three centuries of Venetian influence are clearly visible in the harbor at Hvar (pictured above.)  At the far right of the picture, you see the oldest communal theater in Europe, built in 1612.

Mountains rise above a turquoise sea off the coast of Sardinia

Alghero Porto Apartment (Alghero) per week, as low as $658 Grandeur and fabulous views are just two of the luxuries that welcome guests during their stay here.  This spacious and handsome apartment with its central location and comfortable layout is one of our prized vacation rentals in Alghero.
Idyll, Ltd.
415 E. Jasper Street
Media, PA 19063

www.untours.com
P. 888-868-6871



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