YOUR OWN TRANQUIL PARADISE ⇷☓⇸ Holiday Resort Lombok is one of Lombok’s finest resorts which is nestled in and amongst a beautiful white pristine beach in Mangsit Village surrounded by dense greenery and tropical towering mountains. It is the perfect setting for relaxation and some ‘you’ time. Take long walks through the stunning gardens that contain palm trees, colourful exotic flowers and an abundance of vibrant butterflies to take you away from your life back home and into the realm of pure calmness. Its location is central and is only five minutes away from Senggigi which has a number of shopping destinations, restaurants, cafes and bars if you fancy something…
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XPirates Dive Camp – Flores
AHOY MATEYS TO KOMODO ISLAND ⇷☓⇸ XPirates Dive Camp is ideally located right next to Komodo Island which is famous for – you guessed it – Komodo dragons! Epic! Its a great place to stay for island life and they offer some amazing packages for diving in the clear waters all around the island. Spread out across the camp are huts and bungalows which add to its natural charm and you will never want to leave. We were extremely comfortable and loved being surrounded by so much tropical nature. If you want to go to Komodo Island I would highly recommend booking a few nights stay at XPirates Dive Camp. …
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Nuansa Penida Hostel
THE BEST ISLAND LIFE ⇷☓⇸ The Nuansa Penida Hostel is one of those unique and quirky places that you really must experience to enjoy island life. It is a small and friendly family run boutique hostel which is in a great location for all your adventure needs. It is essentially a small village of huts that are dorms and private rooms bringing a sense of close knit community and a great way to meet other like minded travellers. The location is perfect too as its about an hours scooter drive to Kelingking Beach and Diamond Beach and then only 6 mins drive to the main town and Karma Diving. If you…
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Munduk Moding Plantation – Bali’s Finest Resort
OCEANS OF JUNGLE & AN INFINITY POOL ⇷☓⇸ One of my favourite resorts that I stayed at in Bali, Munduk Moding Plantation (MMP) is the ultimate picturesque place to stay where the blue skies meet with the calm waters of their infinity pool overlooking the Bali sea and the towering volcanoes in Java. It honestly takes your breath away! The best part is that it is super secluded, nestled away in a working coffee plantation surrounded by dense green jungle penetrated by by beautiful birdsong and a choir of crickets. This to me was the real Bali and I was happy to hideout here until I grudgingly had to leave.…
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Bisma Cottages – A Relaxing Retreat
FIND YOUR INNER PEACE HERE ⇷☓⇸ Bisma Cottages is one of Ubud’s finest retreats which offers high quality relaxation and tranquility away from the hustle bustle of the busy centre allowing you to unwind by the pool, with a cold drink and all the time in the world. Located on Bisma Street, it is only a ten minute walk to the Monkey Forest and twenty minutes to Ubud Town where the Ubud Market and Ubud Palace are located. Bisma Street itself has an abundance of eateries, spas and galleries set amongst rice paddies. The cottages also offer a range facilities such as a welcoming pool, wellness spa, book library and…
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Honeymoon Guesthouse – Ubud’s Dream
THE MOST ENCHANTING PLACE IN UBUD ⇷☓⇸ Welcoming guests in Ubud with a relaxing and quaint atmosphere, Honeymoon Guesthouse is a charming Bali-Chic oasis with an outdoor salt-water swimming pool, a yoga studio, and a spa centre. It also houses a restaurant and a bar for guests to enjoy delicious Balinese dishes as well as refreshing tropical drinks. Immerse yourself amongst the vibrant gardens lined with hand-carved stone gateways, pamper yourself with a massage for the ultimate relaxation, grab a drink and chill by the luxurious pool or take a cooking class. There is literally something for everyone here and not to mention its fantastic location nestled in Ubud’s centre.…
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Plataran Canggu Resort & Spa
AN EXOTIC LABYRINTH OF EXOTIC BEAUTY ⇷☓⇸ This beautiful resort is quietly hidden away from the hustle and bustle of Bali, cocooned within luscious tropical foliage, alongside a delicate flowing river and some iconic rice paddies. It provides what can only be described as the most unique peace and tranquility leaving you feeling totally relaxed and at ease with the world around you. What really stands out about Plataran Canggu is its labyrinth shaped layout which is a leftover legacy from the renowned architect – Made Wijaya, creating the ultimate seclusion for guests to explore and enjoy. The rooms themselves are beautiful traditional alang-alang roofed villas with inspiring Balinese architecture…
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Pulo Cinta – The New Maldives
WHERE PARADISE MEETS LUXURY ⇷☓⇸ Pulo Cinta is the ultimate Indonesian love story. Also known as the Island of Spices, it was where a young prince met a beautiful daughter of a Dutch trader and fell in love in a Romeo & Juliet style affair. Their forbidden love was cultivated in Pulo Cinta and became their secret escape. These days, it is one of the most sought after holiday escapes rivalling the Maldives (except a-lot more affordable) with its luxurious water bungalows, pristine white beaches and crystal clear ocean waters. If you find yourself in Indonesia be sure to book at least three-four nights at this beautiful resort. Highlights Luxurious…
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Hotel the Flag – A Travellers Delight
A FLAGSHIP HOTEL FOR THOSE WHO LIKE TO TRAVEL ⇷☓⇸ Hotel the Flag is a delightful and modern 3 star hotel that is situated directly in the centre of everything you could possibly want to see and do in Osaka. Its a one minute drive from the exciting Shinsaibashi Shopping street where you can get your ultimate Japanese shopping experience. There is an abundance of restaurants and bars for you to explore nearby. Not to mention that Universal Studios Japan and the Kaiyukan Aquarium are right around the corner too. Osaka is such a beautiful place and if you are travelling through Japan then I would highly recommend to drop by…
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Shin Terrace & Hostel
THE FRIENDLIEST HOSTEL IN JAPAN ⇷☓⇸ Shin Terrace & Hostel can be found nestled in Kyoto and is owned by the wonderful Shin who ensures that you have the most comfortable and enjoyable stay while you are under his roof. He is a fantastic host and he is always there – nothing is too much trouble. The hostel is only one stop from Kyoto station and there is a bus stop right outside the hostel which is very handy. It is spotlessly clean and the decor is very minimalistic and modern. There is a handy supermarket nearby which is within walking distance and there are restaurants close by. Kyoto is famously…
