SATISFY YOUR TRAVEL URGES WITHOUT LEAVING HOME ⇷☓⇸ After coming back to the UK after years of travelling around the world I often get asked how I deal the dreaded post-travel blues and staying in the travel mind-set to keep on going. It’s a tough question to answer and one I often ponder myself sometimes, as I am sure many other travellers often do as well. There is honestly no easy way to avoid the blues, especially if you are back for a significant amount of time. What makes it harder is when you are required to stay at home due to health issues, family ties or other commitments and…
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Golden Peak Resort & Spa
Phan Thiet’s Beachfront Gem ⇷☓⇸ This Vietnamese resort is located in Phan Thiet, and is the perfect place to relax, with beautiful tropical scenery and the luxury of being on the oceanfront. Golden Peak Resort & Spa literally ‘wow’s’ you as soon as you arrive and greeted by their friendly staff. Guests can relax in the sauna room at the spa centre, or have a good work-out in the fitness centre. The rooms are extremely comfortable, clean and have a lovely traditional influence, offering a superb nights sleep. If you find yourself in Phan Thiet then I would highly recommend booking a few nights stay in Golden Peak Resort &…
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The Chill Suites
Ho Chi Minh Cities Modern Secret ⇷☓⇸ Centrally located in District 1, The Chill Suites can be found in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and have a super modern, clean cut and minimalistic decor which is very aesthetically pleasing. With a mixture of wood flooring, crisp furniture and plenty of amenities you will absolutely be loving your room. Time to explore HCMC It is only 1.4 km from Ben Thanh Street Food Market, and also 1.5 km away from Tao Dan Park, making it a great basecamp to explore the city. Expect nothing but fantastic customer service from their staff as they are extremely helpful and can’t do enough to…
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Indie Beachouse
GALLE’S BEST AIRBNB ⇷☓⇸ Indie Beach House is one of those boutique luxury homes that can be found hidden away from the bustling world of Sri Lanka in a sophisticated urban oasis that has been inspired by nature and local culture. Its the little things that add up and makes your stay here truely fantastic. With its recently completed gorgeous three bedroom, three bathroom home that embraces wonderful and unique Sri Lankan interiors with western influences and includes a 10m pool and garden that leads directly to the pristine white beach and clear ocean. If you find yourself in Sri Lanka, then I would highly suggest booking a few nights…
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Jays Bunks Hostel
A TRUELY UNIQUE EXPERIENCE ⇷☓⇸ Jays Bunks Hostel is situated in the ideal location of Kandy, Sri Lanka which offers a fantastic open space for backpackers and solo travellers. The bunks are super fresh, wooden delights that are extremely comfortable, clean and private offering a superb nights sleep before getting up and exploring the surrounding area. With a number of attractions literally on your doorstep, you are free to create your own adventures on the famous train that runs from Kandy to Ella, take in the local ceremonies at the Temple of the Tooth or visit the Ceylon Tea Museum for the tea lovers out there. If you find yourself…
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108 Palms Beach Resort
ROBINSON CRUSOE-ESQUE ⇷☓⇸ 108 Palms Beach Resort is a unique place to stay, situated on a secluded virgin beach in the middle of a tropical exotic garden surrounded by beautiful palm trees and wildlife. During your stay here it will honestly feel like you are on a Robinson Crusoe adventure but with more luxuries and less of the ship wrecked situations. Most of the rooms look out on to the beautiful white beach and is only a short stroll to reach the water and go for an early morning swim or soak up the sun during the day. You will be greeted by the delightful manager who is at your…
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Lake Edge Retreat – Sigiriya
SRI LANKA’S BEST VIEWS ⇷☓⇸ The Lake Edge Retreat is located in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka and is only 3.5km away from the famous Lion Rock and only 4km from Pidurangala Rock – both of which are well worth the climb and visiting. At this beautiful retreat you are tucked away in a beautiful secluded part of the country where there is a calm lake and a spectacular infinity pool overlooking the incredible landscape. With an extremely friendly owner, lovely rooms and some impressive wildlife its a great choice. If you find yourself in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka then I would highly recommend booking a few nights at the Lake Edge Retreat. …
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Mad Monkey Koh Rong Samloem
DESERTED BEACHS, CLEAR WATER & ISLAND VIBES ⇷☓⇸ Mad Monkey hostels are slowly taking over South East Asia and for a good reason! They are already well established in Thailand, the Philippines, Australia and dominating Cambodia with hostels in Siem Reap, Kampot, Phnom Penh and Koh Rong Samloem. For those who don’t know much about these Monkey’s, they are a chain of hostels which offer a unique stay to their guests. I have stayed at the Siem Reap Hostel in Cambodia before and I loved every minute of it. Primarily known for being quite lively and having a fun, young, party vibe, its a great place to get stuck in and make…
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The Aviary Hotel
SIEM REAP’S SECRET ⇷☓⇸ The Aviary is one of those unique boutique hotels that can be found hidden away from the bustling busy streets of Siem Reap which is a sophisticated urban oasis that has been inspired by nature and Cambodia’s rich heritage of traditional crafts. Its the little things that add up and makes your stay here truely fantastic. upon arrival you are greeted with a cold lemongrass scented towel as well as an icy glass of tamarind juice to quench your thirst in the humid heat. They offer fantastic tours throughout the city and have a beautiful and enchanting turquoise pool surrounded by vines and flowers making it a…
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Holiday Resort Lombok
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…
