Burmese Days and Indo Nights – Indonesia and Myanmar Day 5: Relaxing at Puri Mangga, checking out Lovina beach and de-stressing at the Banjar Hotsprings. After an restful night of sleep, we were up to start the day. At breakfast, we met Mely, the assistant manager who introduced the property and gave us some tips … Continue reading Lovin’ the Lovina Vibe
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
Coast of Riches: A Journey Through Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama Day 4: Climbing Cerro Chato next to Arenal and swimming in the lake of the crater, spending a day on hellish roads to Monte Verde and finally ending in Quepos. Day’s Itinerary The sun rose around 5:45 a.m. and so did I. Enjoying the … Continue reading Arenal-ine Rush through Costa Rica!
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
March On, Bahamaland! Day 4: A day at Atlantis, the mega-resort on Paradise Island! Boat rides, water slides, dolphins and more! Alarm blaring at 4:30 am, we had a long day ahead of us… We showered, packed and checked out. Fortunately our rental was right where we left it and the drive to the airport … Continue reading Lost in Atlantis on Paradise Island
Cruising for Saints in the Caribbean Day 9: Breezing through St. Kitts and Nevis, country 45! A tour around St. Kitts through Basseterre, Palm Court Gardens, Brimstone Hill Fortress, Black Rocks, Romney Manor, and ending the day at Cockleshell Beach. Another day, another island, and another country! Saint Kitts and Nevis was one of the … Continue reading O Land of Beauty, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Cruising for Saints in the Caribbean Day 6: A day sailing in the Caribbean on the Carnival Victory and getting familiar with the cruise concept. Carnival Victory My first day waking up to the gentle sway of the ship was also our first and only full day on the cruise as we made our way … Continue reading Cabin Fever Aboard the Carnival Victory