While there are many places in the world still on my bucket list, there are also several that I could return to time and time again, always seeing the destination with fresh eyes and experiencing it in a new way. Many of us have special places like that, or places we haven’t yet visited but have only dreamt about. And not for a weekend getaway or even a two-week vacation. No, we’re dreaming of living there for a time, really immersing ourselves in cuisine and culture and feeling a part of the fabric of a place. 

Enter the long-stay. Whether you’re seeking a different climate for a part of the year, are retired and have more time to treat yourself to the many rewards of travel, or simply want a change of postal code for awhile, a long-stay vacation place can provide you with a place you can easily work from, as well as ample opportunity to explore.

I work with valued, trusted companies that are able to put together enticing long-stays, whether close to home, national or international. These are reasonably priced destinations where the WiFi is dependable, there is plenty of space to spread out, and where we can arrange complimentary cars and/or scooter rentals, meet and greet services, roundtrip airport transfers and even international flights. You’ll hardly need to lift a finger. Simply tell us what you have in mind. 

Need inspiration? Consider these long-stay programs in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and South Pacific to get you started. 

Europe 

Nice, France 


Your long-stay includes:

  • Return airport transfers from/to Nice 
  • 28 nights’ accommodation
  • Linens 
  • Bi-weekly house cleaning 

What you can expect: 

Stay in a lovely four-person studio at the four-star Heliotel Marine, close to beaches and its own tennis courts. Select accommodations even allow for you to bring your small pet along. Most of the well-appointed units have air conditioning and a balcony. 

Malaga, Spain


Your long-stay includes:

  • Return airport transfers from/to Malaga
  • 60 nights’ accommodation at Bajondillo in a seaview studio
  • A local representative to help with anything you may need
  • Optional excursions (for an additional fee) 

What you can expect:

Settle into your waterfront apartment, facing Torremolinos beach and the seafront promenade. Lounge by the outdoor pool, set in extensive gardens. Dine in the main restaurant, and in Chiringuito, where comedy shows, flamenco shows and musical performances are held each evening. If you’re ever dreamed of living on the Costa del Sol, this is your chance. 

There are also tantalizing long-stay options available in Caella, Spain, Qawra and Sliema, Malta, and in Dubrovnik, Croatia. 

Asia 

Bali, Indonesia 


Your long-stay includes:

  • Return airport transfers
  • 20 nights’ in a premier room at the five-star Grand Mirage Resort & Thalasso Bali
  • Daily buffet breakfast 

What you can expect: 

Experience a brand-new (to you) part of the world at this exceptional resort in the southern part of Bali. Wake up to hypnotizing Indian Ocean views each morning. Walk to shops. Spend hours on the private beach. Slip away to the spa at a moment’s notice. This is truly the life. 

Phuket, Thailand


Your long-stay includes: 

  • Return airport transfers 
  • 21 or 28 nights’ accommodation in a superior room (one-bedroom apartment) at By the Sea Phuket Beach Resort 
  • Daily breakfast 
  • Welcome beverage and fruit
  • Use of sea kayak, mountain bike, snorkeling gear and shuttle bus to Phuket Town
  • Access to the minibar 

What you can expect: 

This is the place for active travelers who want to experience life in paradise, where quiet moments on the beach are complemented by biking, kayaking and snorkeling at this beachfront gem. Set on Cape Panwa, this luxury resort overlooks the turquoise Andaman Sea and the lush mountains of southern Phuket. Rooms include a fully furnished living room and kitchen. 

And More …

Think outside the box and take a long-stay break with multiple generations of family in gorgeous, sun-splashed Hurghada, Egypt, or venture to the Cook Islands for a tropical live, work and play break, where you can snorkel in the turquoise waters and take your Zoom calls on the beach. 

These long-stay opportunities come at an incredible value, allowing you to not only experience a destination up close and authentically, but to do it in upscale style. I can arrange for every detail, from your transportation to your accommodations, making sure that you have the right type of room or apartment that suits your needs throughout your stay. 

Piqued your interest? Revived a reverie? Let’s chat about how to make a long-stay a reality for you. You can sign up to schedule a consultation or sign up for my weekly newsletter for more inspiration. You can find other ways to contact me here.