French Alps: Mountain High

If you’re considering owning a second home abroad, it is likely that you love travel, escaping the day-to-day and making memories with your nearest and dearest. Holiday homes have come a long way in recent years and although you might think they are best reserved for those with lots of time and flexibility to travel, we beg to differ. August’s exemplary take on co-ownership means that many more can enjoy unique trips abroad, as and when it suits. Collections are created for people at all different life stages, who simply share a passion for exploring the world and enjoying the finer moments in life. Every year, we speak with our Homeowners to learn about their experiences with August Collections and here, we revisit recent conversations to shine a light on how everyone travels and uses vacation homes differently. Perhaps they will inspire you to embark on your own unique journey. Europe can be everyone’s oyster.

Sustainability has been on everyone’s mind in recent years, and though more eco-friendly practices form the backbone of this movement, there is more to the art of conscious travel than meets the eye. Unthoughtful travel habits can lead to overtourism which can be damaging to local communities and the visited regions themselves. From transport to accommodation, small changes make a positive difference to people and the planet and can enrich your adventures further. Here is how co-ownership might help you travel more consciously in 2025 and beyond.

Designing a bathroom that is a pleasure to be in and seamless in functionality is an art. Be it a powder room or the master bath, this space plays an important role in every home. While it might be one of the most challenging parts of a renovation, it can also be one of the most exciting to bring to life. As an intrinsic part of every August Collections remodel, we thought we would round up some of the loveliest bathroom looks the design team has created over the years. Brimming with thoughtful detail that echoes the surrounding landscape of each beguiling European destination, every bathroom is unique, timeless and a dream to spend time in. Whether you seek to upgrade your primary bathroom, guestroom bathroom or ensuite, we’ve all of the remodel ideas to inspire your renovation this year or the next.

Deciding to spend Thanksgiving in Europe is a delight. Whether you’re booking time in your August home or visiting friends and family, you can nod to tradition on November 28th and over the entire holiday period in many ways. For insider inspiration, we caught up with the local August team for their thoughts on celebrating Thanksgiving in Europe and the UK, including Kirsten Meyr, August Collections’ Commercial Director. Born and raised in Maryland, USA, before moving to Norway, now Kirsten lives in London with her British husband and Thanksgiving has always been a part of her family’s traditions. “Growing up we always integrated both American and Norwegian cultures and Thanksgiving was always a highlight for me,” shares Kirsten. “Getting the family together, the crisp fall air, how the holiday marks the beginning of the Christmas season - I love it.” Though we cannot guarantee crisp weather, here are some thoughts on how to spend Thanksgiving in Europe this year.

Naturally, when visiting Nice or Cannes, “summer holiday” comes to mind, but with its temperate climate, endless culinary delights, rich culture and heritage, a trip to the South of France in the winter can be more memorable than you might imagine. Spotlighting the areas surrounding our chic Pied À Terre apartments, Signature and Premium Collection properties in the hills of Les Alpes-Maritimes, here we share a few ways to enjoy the region from fall through to spring. An umbrella should be on your packing list, but to make the most of your time away in the winter season, simply swap your bathing suit for a chic coat, bring your best camera and have a playlist ready to accompany you on car journeys.

Following a successful spring event in the Netherlands, we held our first community event in a famous, historic district of Antwerp for our Belgian friends.

The French Riviera is synonymous with sun, glamour and Mediterranean bliss. From Cannes on the Côte d’Azur to idyllic villages such as Tourrettes-sur-Loup in the rolling hills of les Alpes-Maritimes, this area of France is ripe for discovery throughout the year. And if you’re looking for a dream home in Southern France, you are not alone and have a lot in common with our Homeowners who turned their aspirations of a holiday home in France, into a sweet reality with August Collections...