Burmese Days and Indo Nights – Indonesia and Myanmar An experience and review of Puri Mangga Sea View Resort & Spa during our three day stay in Bali, Indonesia. Highlights Exceptionally relaxed on the most tranquil side of Bali Friendly, polite, and attentive service by a close knit team. Magnificent views and sounds of the … Continue reading Relax and Revitalize at Puri Mangga Bali
Burmese Days and Indo Nights – Indonesia and Myanmar An experience and review of Gran Melia Jakarta of our one night in Jakarta before heading to Bandung. Highlights Beautiful lobby with a unique semi-spherical wooden ceiling. Friendly, relaxed, and safe environment in the hotel. 5 Star luxury throughout. Excellent breakfast buffet. Central location in Golden … Continue reading Serenity within the Gran Melia Jakarta
Travel North Korea: Powerful and Prosperous Nation An experience and review of Crowne Plaza Dandong for one night of relaxation after a tiring tour of North Korea. Highlights Attentive, friendly and professional staff. Excellent view into North Korea and over Yalu River. Comfortable rooms and facilities. Easily Dandong’s best hotel. Experience After an exhausting North … Continue reading Crowne Plaza Dandong Takes the Crown
Travel North Korea: Powerful and Prosperous Nation An experience at Yanggakdo, the “premium class” hotel in Pyongyang. We stayed at this property for all three nights on our North Korea adventure. Highlights Running hot water and electricity. Two-star amenities. 2nd Tallest Building in Pyongyang A number of activities available to kill time. Experience We stayed … Continue reading Yanggakdo The Most Luxurious Prison in North Korea
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Manrey Group Hotel during an overnight in Panama City. Highlights Modern, trendy design and concept hotel. Excellent central location in the heart of Panama’s nightlife. Rooftop pool is a draw during the day and at night. Experience After seeing the canal, … Continue reading The Manrey Group Hotel is a Trendy Nightlife Hotspot
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Palma Royale during our one night stay in Bocas del Toro. Highlights Luxurious and spacious rooms with ocean views. Friendly and helpful reception. Central location, right on the main Bocas town strip. Experience We made it to Palma Royale in the … Continue reading Palma Royale Introduces Luxury to Backpacker Bocas
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Finca Lerida, a fine resort and plantation in Boquete. This property was our first stop in Panama from Costa Rica! Highlights Lush, beautiful countryside and plantation nestled in the mountains. Plethora of exotic birds to delight. The best coffee I’ve ever … Continue reading Finca Lerida a Journey through Time and Tastes
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama My experience at Arenal Observatory Lodge, a hotel literally at the base of Arenal Volcano. This was our first night in Costa Rica coming from Nicaragua! Highlights Exceptional location and views of Arenal Volcano. Eco friendly resort so you can get up close to … Continue reading Exceptional Views at Arenal Observatory Lodge
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama A review of the Pelican Eyes Resort: The perfect place for a luxurious/romantic stay in San Juan del Sur! I stayed at the Pelican Eyes Resort for two nights during our tour through Nicaragua. Perched on the mountain in San Juan del Sur, the … Continue reading The View of San Juan del Sur through Pelican Eyes
Malaysia and Brunei in a Week: Day 7 Renting a boat for Langkawi island hopping to find a large fresh water lake and white sandy beaches, then watching eagles feed and breaking down on the way back. Get ripped off by a taxi before checking out of the Sheraton before heading back to Kuala Lumpur. … Continue reading Langkawi Island Hopping in Search of Pristine Beaches