To subscribe to our newsletter please email us with your request. Thank you
News and Press
Welcome to our News section - providing the most recent exciting information regarding hotels, villas and much more.
 |
Newsletter May 2013 May news and special offers from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Travel & Indulgence The Weekend Australian, March 23-24, 2013 VILLA consultant Merrion Charles is the go-to specialist for la dolce vita holidays; the British-born Italy expert handles a wide portfolio of charming accommodation, from Abruzzo and the Amalfi Coast to Sicily and Sardinia. |
 |
Do you love Italy? Merrion Charles provides a personal, professional and highly tailored service for luxury, tailored holidays in Italy. Voted by Harpers Bazaar in 2009 as the Number One Expert for Italy and by Conde Nast in their ‘black book’ of world experts due out next month, Merrion is available round the clock and nothing is too much trouble. Be it a family villa with pool in Tuscany or a grand palazzo for a large gathering of friends, Merrion can assist and provide all the tips and assistance required to ensure a successful holiday. |
 |
Newsletter March 2013 March news and special offers from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Private Escapes - The Experts! When a client rang her on Sunday morning to ask for more parasols by the pool, they were put in place half an hour later. Merrion is featured in Conde Nast's 'Experts Supplement' |
 |
La dolce Villa! A villa in Tuscany is still one of the world’s great travel fantasies. Margaret Barca delves into the best villas on offer, each one their own piece of paradise. Archipettoli, Palazzolaccio, Tombolino and Villa Laura have been featured. |
 |
Christmas wishes from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Newsletter December 2012 October news and special offers from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Newsletter October 2012 October news and special offers from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Viva La Villa
|
 |
Tuscany is a classicI’ve finally matured to the point where I know my own mind. Admittedly some people are surprised it has taken so long especially as there wasn’t a lot for me to be acquainted with. I want to go out for a meal in a nice restaurant rather than to a nightclub where I can’t hear myself think let alone hold a conversion with the person accompanying me . I am happy to spend more money on clothes which are stylish but well made as opposed to this week’s must have one-wash-wonder. I live in a house which I look forward to going back to each night, in a town where I am proud to be a part of the community. I drive a car which doesn’t compromise on style and performance and certainly doesn’t come with a bumper sticker. Has all the joy gone out of my life? Have I become boring and middle-aged. No not a bit of it - I finally know my own mind. I know I enjoy stylish clothes, good entertainment with good friends. I know I enjoy living in a good-sized house with a garden and not a shoebox because it is convenient to the city and I know I enjoy travelling in comfort and style. And so it is with the holidays I choose. Year on year I return to Tuscany as I never tire of its beauty, its charm and its ability to conjure up another reason to return. I have often been accused of showing a lack of imagination when choosing my holiday destinations. Tuscany, or Chiantishire as it is nicknamed, is the destination of choice for hundreds of thousands of British and Irish tourists each year. |
 |
Newsletter September 2012 September news and special offers from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Evening Standard - 24 JULY 2012 E is for Eco del Mare When Italian Francesco Mozer sailed past a secluded cove in Lerici, on the Ligurian coast, he immediately knew this was a special spot. He bought the land and opened a friendly beach club, which ticked along happily for several decades. Realising the location had far greater potential, his daughter Francesca converted the club into an exclusive six-suite boutique lodging. Today, it remains a surprisingly undiscovered gem in this popular region of Italy. |
 |
Departures magazine Wonderful Tombolino featured in Departures magazine. |
 |
Newsletter April 2012 April news and special offers from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Newsletter March 2012 March news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
SP Travel and Homes January 2012A Taste of Tuscany by Katie WoodA question I get asked at every party when meeting new people is, "So where is your favourite place in the world"? It's such a hard question to answer, as obviously that totally depends on what type of holiday you seek, who you're going with, time of year, etc. But when pushed to the limit, nine times out of 10 I come back to Tuscany... Katie stayed at Zingoni and Villa Tombolino |
 |
Country Life December 2011The eternal magic of TuscanyMark HedgesThe northern Tuscan hills and the glories of Florence have been drawing visitors for centuries, and their allure is as strong as ever, finds Mark Hedges and his family. Mark stayed at Villa Sant Andrea del Carpine |
 |
Newsletter December 2011 December news from Merrion and MoJo! |
Merrion and Mojo at the Fairs
Merrion & MoJo enjoyed meeting visitors at the Daylesford Charity Christmas Fair in the Cotswolds and in London at the Conde Nast Luxury Travel Fair last week. Thank you to all of you who took the opportunity to come and have a chat with us about future holiday plans to Italy and further afield. It was a real pleasure to see you and we look forward to hearing from you be it regarding a luxury villa rental, a long weekend to a boutique hotel, skiing in the Dolomites or perhaps a fun cookery course! Our portfolio continues to improve and expand so please do contact us – nothing is too much trouble.
 |
| |
| Merrion and Mojo at the Fairs |
 |
Newsletter October 2011 October news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Newsletter August 2011 August news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
The Globe and MailHow to rent a villa that’s just right for youLinda IntaschiA rental has the potential to be a perfect home base for exploring a new part of the world, so when it comes to deciding where to stay, I'm an obsessive researcher. We've rented from owners – if you haven't been referred by someone reliable, ask to speak to others who have rented the property. |
 |
National Geographic TravellerProvincial Villas Tuscany Quintessential villa territory, Tuscany has an age-old appeal that isn’t likely to change any time soon. With Florence as its capital, a strong claim to be the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance and vine- and olive-covered hillsides to amble through, few other regions can match its all-round appeal. Yet while this also has its downsides, not least the struggle to find a spot of solitude in the busy summer months, there are some benefits to the region’s popularity. Faced with increasing competition, many villa owners have upped the stakes in recent years. If style is as important to you as the setting, Tuscany is a safe bet. WE RECOMMEND: CASA GLYN That this is one of the more humble properties on specialist operator Merrion Charles’ books says a lot about the high standards of villas in Tuscany. Sleeping five and packed with character (and subtle references to the owner’s interest in North and East African design), the comfort factor here is extremely high. What sets this villa apart, though, is its location. Set in relatively unspoilt northern Tuscany with striking views of the Apuan Alps and the Carrara hills, although it makes a good base for exploring more obvious sights such as Florence and Siena. It’s also within easy meandering distance of the Cinque Terre and its great seafood restaurants, walks in the Appenine hills and the cultural — and foodie — attractions of Lucca, Parma and Modena. The villa ticks all the right boxes for those who want to just stay put and unwind, with a pizza oven, elegant swimming pool, lovely gardens and a sun-soaked, south-facing terrace. Ask beforehand to arrange to play the owner’s piano. From €1,600 (£1,356) a week. Casa Glyn, Cotto, Lunigiana, Tuscany. T: 020 3326 1213. www.merrioncharles.com |
 |
Newsletter July 2011 July news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
The TimesHouse party in Tuscany Yes, €6,250 (£5,550) is hardly small change but it sounds a lot better when you divide it by 14 (£396pp), the number that Casa dei Pipistrelli in Tuscany sleeps. That's for the week starting August 20, otherwise it's €9,750 Download a PDF of Casa dei Pipistrelli here >>
|
 |
June news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
May news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Summertime news from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
Country Life Merrion Charles, founder of Merrion Charles Travel Each of the villas in the Merrion Charles Travel portfolio is a home with its own particular style and charm (020-3326 1213; www.merrioncharles.com) |
 |
Christmas wishes from Merrion and MoJo! |
 |
The Lady "Think Venice is sinking under the tourist hordes? Think again, says Ivo Dawnay. Just give the crowds the slip, and take the canal less travelled." |
 |
Newsletter November 2010 MoJo & Merrion recently enjoyed some extensive travels to the South of Italy including Naples, Amalfi, Tropea and an extensive tour of Sicily! |
 |
Take a Break Travel Through sips of Chianti, Richard Jones reveals how he found holiday bliss at a renovated farmhouse in Cotto, Tuscany "Fireflies darted around the olive trees above the vegetable gardens at Casa Glyn, and as I sipped from a glass of local Chianti, it hit me just how special this place was and how we’d been lucky to find it.: |
 |
Country Homes & interiors "Breathtaking views and classic Mediterranean styling transform a former farm workers cottage." Recently Merrion's property Casa Glyn was featured in Country Homes & Interiors. Read the article here. |
 |
Newsletter May 2010 MoJo, well travelled connoisseur of Italy and all things Italian, highly recommends the dolce vita of Italia! |
 |
Country Life Whether cruising around the Mediterranean or finding the perfect hotel or villa, the personal touch can make all the difference to your holiday experience. Recently Merrion and Mojo were featured in Country Life. Read the article here. |
 |
Winter Sun and Exotic luxury! |
|
Merrion Charles has been selected by Paradizo.com! A new online resource dedicated to luxury travel and the high life whose main objective is to provide discerning travelers the information and tools needed to inspire memorable and personalized luxury vacation experiences. Featured Concierge Services on Paradizo.com |
 |
It was sunshine, laughs
and pasta all the way! |
 |
On top of the world!! Download the magazine article >>
|
 |
La Vita Bella! Download the magazine article >>
|
 |
A late Autmn trip to Puglia produced two new exciting properties to add to Merrion’s portfolio: Trullo Cacatosto and Torre Maizza Masseria! |
 |
Detailed feature with photos by Simon Upton on Villa Casellaccia in the Val d’Orcia, Tuscany. Talented interior designer Ilaria Miani has restored another crumbling farmhouse into a magnificent, elegant & stylish home… Download the magazine article >>
|
 |
In the late Autumn when there was still plenty of warm sunshine Merrion and MoJo travelled to Southern Tuscany, Rome and Chianti. Their first port of call was the mesmerising Hotel Il Pellicano near Porto Ercole on the Argentario Peninsula and they were delighted to discover that it was still as special and unique as ever. A morning dip in the late October sea was glorious and MoJo was most impressed by the excellent and friendly service shown by all the staff. |
 |
Harpers Bazaar Travel Guide Merrion is featured in the January issue of Harpers Bazaar (out now) as the expert for Italy!!! In its round up of travel experts throughout the world, Harpers has selected the very best specialists in its latest Travel Supplement with Merrion as the person to use in Italy … |
 |
As Summer came to an end, Merrion took advantage of the glorious September sunshine and ventured to Southern Tuscany for a few days investigative work. Meanwhile, MoJo held the fort and responded to enquiries for 2009 and even gave a pasta lesson to clients at Casa Glyn! |
 |
Newsletter September 2008 |
 |
Mas St Joseph Download the magazine article >>
|
 |
Newsletter May 2008 |