Brilliant group activity ideas while staying in at your private villa. As the world anticipates post-pandemic realities, we all remain convinced that pleasure travel, among other things, will once again be a privilege accessible to people. However, it is certain that necessary and somewhat radical changes will occur in parallel with this return. Although travelers still yearn for the pleasures of vacation experiences, there is an understandable tendency to be cautious about crowds, public places and physical contact.
Luxury villas are considered an ideal choice of accommodation with their complete exclusivity offer where families or groups of friends can stay and take advantage of hotel class facilities on their own. But with a dedicated concierge who can organize activities for you and professional staff ready to help you with your vacation plans, there is so much that you may not have thought about what you can actually do during your stay.
Here is a list of incredible group activities to keep everyone busy and bored during your vacation - all without leaving your villa.
Master cooking class with your villa chef
One of the most notable advantages of staying in a luxury villa is having your own private chef. While many are happy to feast on culinary delights, guests who wish to learn a thing or two are also welcome to enter the kitchen.
Choose new techniques, discover new ingredients and add a new dish to your know-how list. Many villa chefs even offer cooking lessons accompanied by official certificates.
Cocktail with a professional mixologist
If you prefer not to go out to a crowded bar, why don't you bring the bar directly to your villa? Invite your own bartender for an afternoon of delicious cocktail creations. Some villa staff are also qualified mixologists.
Organize your party internally at the pool pavilion, on the roof terrace or in the entertainment area and spice it up with the background music of the villa's integrated audio system. For a more intimate experience, some villas have their own wine cellar where guests may want a wine tasting session and kill time with memorable conversations.
Peaceful yoga session
Offering a peaceful retreat with breathtaking views, the luxury villas are the perfect place for yoga. Many of these properties include free yoga mats and yoga blocks. Some even come with a dedicated yoga platform.
You can also ask a private yoga teacher to come to the villa. Listen to your mediation music of your choice in the villa's audio system or simply listen to the ocean waves and let your mind sink into absolute bliss.
Fiesta barbecue by the pool
A fancy meal is a no-brainer when you are in a private villa, but there is special pleasure with traditional outdoor cooking with friends and family.
Whether you opt for seafood, meat or vegetables, a barbecue party is a sure winner for groups wishing to complement the time spent outdoors with good food. Many villas have a poolside dining area with a bar and barbecue.
Movie night!
There is no guilt in watching the frenzy when your home rental comes with its own home theater. And with hundreds of movies and shows in store, you can never run out of choices.
Make movie nights more exciting by defining a theme or create a watch list with recommendations from each member of the group. The staff at your villa will be happy to prepare popcorn and snacks for everyone too.
All-round play bonanza
Outdoor sports, indoor sports, board games or computer games - your private villa has something for the old, the young and the young at heart.
What else could be more fun and challenging at the same time as a friendly competition with your loved ones? Such an activity is sure to rekindle the bonds and relax everyone.
End the day with a relaxing spa treatment
A spa treatment in the villa is an icing par excellence on all villa vacations. A common favorite among guests, private massages can be easily arranged for groups.
Some villas have their own spa rooms with saunas or whirlpools. They can also be made in the comfort of your room.
Capture your vacation memories with a photo shoot
It is quite common for holidays at the villa to coincide with celebrations such as birthdays or meetings. The memories of your stay are certainly worth remembering. Plan a photo shoot with a professional photographer or videographer. Add creativity by choosing a dress code or explore wonderful angles and poses that you can do in different locations of your villa.
Silvan Kitma is Managing Director of The Private World. The Private World is a villa rental company offering some of the top rated luxury vacation home rentals in major tourist destinations around the world.
