Press Releases

November 2009

November 23, 2009
Homes to rent near the Northern Lights on HomeAway.co.uk
'Mesmerising, 'enthralling' and 'other-worldly' are just a few words used to describe the Northern Lights. As we approach the darker winter nights, now is the ideal time to witness this ethereal display of lights shimmering and dancing across the sky. For the ideal base for this memorable holiday, visit www.HomeAway.co.uk, where you can find a good range of secluded cottages in some of the best places to spot the magical lights in Iceland, Lapland and Canada, as well as thousands of properties in the norhterly parts of the UK, where the Aurora Borealis can still be seen.

November 16, 2009
Ride the waves in Morocco with HomeAway Holiday-Rentals
Best surfed in late autumn through March, Morocco has been a stop on the surfers' path since the 1950s. So if you are looking to chase the biggest waves in Agadir in the coming months, book your holiday home now to the the best accommodation. HomeAway Holiday-Rentals currently lists over 500 properties in Morocco, including more than 60 rental homes in Agadir.

November 10, 2009
Special offers on ski apartments from £285 per week
With ski resorts opening early this year in the US, Canada and across Europe, the top ski destinations will be soaring in popularity by the end of the year. To guarantee your budget ski holiday for the 2009/2010 season, visit HomeAway Holiday-Rentals now to get the best rates on ski holiday homes across the world.

November 3, 2009
Christmas Markets & New Year Party Pads on HomeAway.co.uk
Christmas carols, mulled wine, mince pies and sherry, there's no better way to celebrate the festive season than by visiting a traditional Christmas market. Some of the best options a short hop from the UK include Berlin, home to over 60 magical markets, the pretty Tyrolean town of Kitzbuhel in Austria, or the ruined Abbey of Maillezais in the Vendee, France. And for a fittingly festive base, choose a unique, traditional home from HomeAway Holiday-Rentals.

October 2009

October 26, 2009
Catch the first snows with HomeAway Holiday-Rentals
Great news for ski enthusiasts around the world: ski season is officially here! With heavy snowfalls reported in the Alps and across the Atlantic, there's no better time to jet off for a bargain ski break. HomeAway Holiday-Rentals, the UK's largest private rentals website, has a range of great value ski holiday homes to rent and those looking for a cheap ski break should book now to enjoy the early season rates.

October 19, 2009
Remember, Remember the Fifth of November...in Somerset
Everybody knows the story of Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators, but what is not so widely known is that the oldest recognised Guy Fawkes Carnival takes place each year in Bridgwater, Somerset. So for those wishing to experience a truly spectacular display, HomeAway Holiday-Rentals has compiled a list of Somerset holiday homes still available to rent during this unique bonfire night event.

October 12, 2009
Half-term deals in Cornwall, the Costa del Sol & the Canaries
There are plenty of deals still available for those looking for a last-minute half-term getaway, if they know where to look. The UK’s largest private rentals website, HomeAway Holiday-Rentals still has thousands of holiday homes with availability this October, both at home and away.

October 6, 2009
HomeAway Holiday-Rentals 'Ski Property Ladder'
As ski enthusiasts prepare for the upcoming season, HomeAway Holiday-Rentals, the UK’s largest private rentals site, presents its ‘Ski Property Ladder’, showcasing a range of ideal homes for every skier, whether their budget is £200 or £20,000 per week!

September 2009

September 28, 2009
Halloween and half-term breaks at home and away
For something a bit different this October or half-term, why not get away and enjoy some spooky Halloween fun, either at home or away. Rent a holiday home in Dublin or Costa Dorada from HomeAway Holiday-Rentals and witness the local Halloween festivities.

September 21, 2009
Follow the trail of The Lost Symbol in Washington, DC
Looking for a new and exciting way to visit the capital of the United States? Then why not explore the unexplored with symbology expert, Robert Langdon. Visit the locations from Dan Bron's latest novel, The Lost Symbol, and further the excitement and live the destination by renting an authentic Washington home from HomeAway Holiday-Rentals.

September 14, 2009
Find your perfect Caribbean base for the Aruba Music Festival
For those looking to escape the unpredictable English weather and enjoy a sunny late autumn break, the Aruba Music Festival in early October provides the perfect solution. HomeAway Holiday-Rentals still has over a hundred idyllic Caribbean holiday homes available from under £500 per week.

August 2009

August 17, 2009
Surf’s up: holiday homes in top surfing locations
Every UK surfer worth his salt knows that in autumn Britain enters prime surfing season. So to celebrate, Holiday-Rentals has compiled a selection of holiday homes in prime surfing spots in the UK, as well as Spain and Hawaii, to whet adrenaline junkies’ appetites.

August 3, 2009
Fantastic late summer offers on Holiday-Rentals
All is not lost for those who didn’t get a chance to escape on a big summer break this year. September is an ideal time for that long-overdue holiday – the sun is still out, but the tourist hordes have eased off the beaches and the prices are low.

July 2009

July 29, 2009
Film-set holidays in Lanzarote and Tenerife
Discover the lunar landscapes and volcanic backdrops where upcoming blockbusters Broken Embraces and Clash of the Titans were filmed

July 20, 2009
Last-minute bargains at home & away from Holiday-Rentals
Special offers on properties in Turkey, Spain, UK & Ireland

July 13, 2009
Family-friendly holiday homes in Europe & Florida
A summer break in Europe or Florida this year need not break the bank, if you know where to look. For great value accommodation in these holiday favourites, Holiday-Rentals.co.uk provides a cost effective alternative to hotels, with hundreds of private holiday homes running last-minute special offers for summer.

July 5, 2009
Fantastic late offers on villas and apartments with pools
When it comes to booking a summer holiday, it is not just the early bird that catches the worm. Those who have left it until now to organise their family holiday are still in with a great chance of bagging themselves a bargain as hundreds of holiday home owners are slashing rates and running last minute special offers on Holiday-Rentals.

July 1, 2009
Travellers seeking value turn to holiday home rentals
As travellers attempt to stretch their holiday pounds further, an increasing number are turning to holiday home rentals for everything from family holidays to reunions and festivals. Not surprising when you consider that per square foot, the cost of a rental can work out up to four times cheaper than a hotel, according to Holiday-Rentals from HomeAway, the UK's largest holiday home website.