Discover Viet Nam’s incredible coffee culture
byViet Nam is well known for its coffee culture. Amongst top coffee cities such as Istanbul, Addis Ababa, Vienna, Portland. I’ve heard Hanoi with its Hang Hanh Coffee Street in the…
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Le Meridien Noumea New Caledonia: Best luxury hotel in Noumea
byAn island known for its beautiful clear water and relaxed lifestyle, New Caledonia is the idyllic home of Le Meridien Noumea. With the reef creating a myriad of blues around…
OZEN By Atmosphere at Maadhoo Island: An all-inclusive resort in Maldives like no other
byOne of the most exciting aspects of visiting the Maldives is watching all the islands and clear blue waters as you fly into Male Island International airport. Make sure you…
Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island: Blue Water like in the Maldives right in Abu Dhabi
byWith the few days we had in the United Arab Emirates, we whisked our way down the road to the nation’s capital Abu Dhabi, to go to one of the…
Waldorf Astoria Dubai in DIFC
byWe checked-in the Waldorf Astoria in DIFC, Dubai’s Financial District, late in the evening, tired, jet-lagged and in need of a good shower. We were met by smiling faces that…
The Best Recommended Hotels in Venice for your next trip in Italy
byVenice is a destination many travellers want to go at least once in their lives, even considering all of the news about over-tourism. As much crowded as it is, might…
Dhigali Maldives: A Maldivian paradise to discover
byMaldives is a short flight away from the major travel hubs of Dubai and Singapore, making it a perfect getaway for most expats in the GCC and Singapore as well….
Best Places to have Ice Cream in Montreal
byMontreal is known for its incredibly diverse range of food and dining options. With a plethora of cultural influences, every night you can be eating from somewhere different around the…
Where to Find the Best Food in Montreal | A list of restaurants you can’t miss in Montreal
byDo you know why food in Montreal is great? Because that’s pretty much ALL WE’VE GOT! No beaches, no mountains (NO, the Mont-Royal doesn’t count) and we have a terrible…
Where to find Vegan Ice Cream in Montreal
byYou are looking for the Best ice cream in Montreal but you are looking for vegan options? No problem, we have the places you can go eat a ton of…
The Westin Turtle Bay Resort and Spa, Mauritius : Never ending family fun
byLocated close to the capital of the country, Port Louis, the Westin is a one-hour drive from the International airport. The country is luscious and green, full of winding roads…
Four Seasons Mauritius Anahita: A secluded gem in Mauritius
byMauritius is a tiny island in the Indian Ocean off the coast of South Africa. Other countries surrounding it are Madagascar, Seychelles and Reunion Island. There are direct flights from…
AVANI Victoria Falls Hotel & Resort: Stay in the heart of the National park
byAfter driving the rough roads from Namibia to Zambia through the desolate and barren African continent roads, we had our eyes set on our Victoria Falls stay at the AVANI…
Constance Ephelia Seychelles : A great option for all budgets
byAs you wind your way north of the main island of Seychelles, Mahe Island, you will no doubt find the incredible property of Constance Ephelia. It has its very own…
Avani Windhoek Hotel and Casino: Urban Stay in Namibia
byNo matter which direction you are coming from, the Avani Windhoek will be a welcome respite from the harsh yet beautiful landscapes that surround it. If you are a traveller,…
Protea Marriott Katima Zambezi : Laze by the mighty Zambezi River
byWhether you are coming from the Victoria Falls side of the Zambezi or you have just driven through the beautiful Caprivi region of Namibia, you will most likely be passing…
Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff, Johannesburg: Your unique Four Seasons experience in Southern Africa
bySouth Africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. There is so much environmental brilliance around it is certainly worth your time to visit and stay. After…
Avani+ Samui: The stylish newest addition in Koh Samui
byAfter a comfy flight with Bangkok Airways, we were picked up from the minuscule Koh Samui airport at the north of the islands. We were given a first-hand view of…
Taj Cape Town: Rooms with the best views facing the Table Mountain
byLooking for somewhere to stay in Cape Town? We made sure we were staying at the most centrally located hotel, The Taj Cape Town with all the historical sights right…
Marriott Crystal Towers Cape Town: Suburban stay for peace and quiet
byDuring our stay in Cape Town, we chose to spend a couple of days in Century City, slightly out of town to be able to attend a few meetings and…
Absolute Sanctuary Koh Samui: Pressing the reset button
byLooking for a detox retreat in Thailand? We have become kind of experts in the field and will tell you about Absolute Koh Samui. We live in an ultra-fast paced…
Best restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City (non-vietnamese)
byIf you are a foodie in Ho Chi Minh City, here is a complete quick guide of places you must make some time for a feed. It is also a…
Velassaru Maldives
byPicture an island full of soft white sand, the clearest blue waters you have ever seen combined with luxury accommodation. Now that is getting close to what you will experience…
Siam@Siam Bangkok
byBangkok is a large city and there are many choices for places to stay from AirBnb’s to luxurious hotels. For our last visit to Bangkok, we bring you to a…
Gran Hotel Manzana Kempinski La Habana: Discover the first ever Luxury Hotel in Cuba
byThe newly established Kempinski is in the best location in all of Havana. Originally built in the early 1900’s as a shopping centre, it has also previously been a school…
Ciragan Palace Kempinski Istanbul: 30th Anniversary Celebration Offers
byIstanbul is a city we have been to several times but still continue to find wonderful places to stay. If you are looking for an Istanbul hotel that has the…
Where to have a good dinner in District 2 (Thao Dien), Ho Chi Minh City
byWhen in Ho Chi Minh City and not feeling like local food, we can recommend you this amazing spot we discovered 5 years ago in District 1 called The Vintage…
Vietnam: List of Best Cafes of Saigon
byVietnam is one of the best places on earth to get coffee. So if you are planning to visit Ho Chi Minh City, you will have to plan at least…
Check-in: InterContinental Fujairah
byFujairah is more famously known for Snoopy Island, the best place in the United Arab Emirates to do some snorkelling. Great news now because not too far from it, this luxurious…
The complete guide for Expats in Dubai
byYou have landed on the latest update online of a Dubai Expat Guide (2018). This guide will have everything you need to know about Dubai, followed by resource pages to…
Alila Anji: An escape just few hours drive from Shanghai
byThe Alila hotel brand is among the leaders in the way they find their unique locations for properties. We visited the young Alila Anji, only 4 hours drive away from…
Living in Dubai
byYou’ve seen pictures, you watched some videos, you commented on our page and you wondered one thing: “What is it like to live in Dubai?” All your questions answered in…
Check-in: One of the best views of Shanghai at W Hotel Shanghai
byDespite being hidden away from the world until the mid nineties, Shanghai is quickly becoming a financial and technological hub of the globe. It is also making a huge push…
Four Seasons Hotel Baku: More Than Meets the Eye
byTo be very honest with you, before moving to Dubai we probably never have said the word “Azerbaijan”. The idea of travelling there and to its capital Baku wasn’t something…
Al Maha Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa: A journey in the Dubai dunes
byThe Middle East region boats of beautiful properties to satisfy a wide range of travellers looking for refuge in unique properties with adjacent experiences and service. As a mission to…
Street Food Tour in Saigon
byDiscovering street food on your own without guidance can be a challenge. You don’t know which are the good ones that won’t make you sick. One thing that everyone who…
Landscape change 45 minutes from Dubai at the Oberoi Al Zorah
byIt’s done, it’s 100% open, The Oberoi Al Zorah adds itself to the list of luxury hotels you must stay at in the UAE. So you are looking for a…
These pictures of Baku will make you want to book a stay at Four Seasons Hotel Baku
byBaku was a very odd stop for us. We always wanted to take our time and visit all of the Old Town and the modern architecture, except, in our case,…
Check-in: Kuramathi Island Maldives
byLooking for a island in the Maldives that offers absolutely everything for the whole family? While still offering the seclusion we come to expect from this part of the world?…
Beautiful co-working space in Saigon at Nest by AIA
byThe Nest by AIA designed by the great team of The Lab Saigon (FB) is a breath of fresh air in Ho Chi Minh City. A new working place, well situated…
100 year old Bank in Vienna transformed into a Luxury Hotel @ Park Hyatt Vienna
byIn the search of iconic hotels in Vienna, a stop at the Park Hyatt was a must. It is just a few steps away from the Golden Quartier, Vienna’s oldest…
Four Seasons Kuwait: A wellness destination to consider
byLocated in the premium location of downtown Kuwait lies the Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait At Burj Alshaya and it truly needs to be seen to be believed! With sky high…
Six Senses is why you should get to Con Dao Island now
byMany travellers think of Thailand as the only option for a beautiful island vacation. Vietnam actually has plenty of good options and most of us find ourselves in this dilemma, which island…
W Istanbul: Stay in a modern property near hip spots of Istanbul
byLast long weekend we managed to sneak away to Istanbul to check it out for the very first time. We got a really good deal with Qatar Airways, who do…
Hotel Omni Mont-Royal in Montreal
byMontreal in the summer is one of the best cities you can visit. A stunning European city in Canada, French being spoken everywhere with some of the best foods you…
Ritz-Carlton Dubai: Your home in the city right by JBR beach
byYou must be wondering why we think the Ritz-Carlton would be your home in Dubai? Situated right at the end of the strip of Jumeirah Beach Residences (JBR), the Ritz-Carlton…
Dubai Brunch: 50 Flavours of Vietnam @ Hoi An Shangri-La Hotel Dubai
byBrunch? Vietnamese? Yes please! Good winning combination for Mitch & I that is in love with Vietnamese food and just can never get enough of it! So we went with…
Kilindi Zanzibar by Elewana Collection: A Private Paradise To Discover
byFor our first Zanzibar experience, we made sure to choose a hotel that is part of the GHA (Global Hotel Alliance) so we can use our DISCOVERY Loyalty membership. If…
Cute Healthy restaurant and concept store in Dubai at Comptoir 102
byAfter a long and stressful week leading up to Christmas, we needed a cafe where we can relax, unwind and get some things done. We drove along Beach Rd until Comptoir…
Hotel Des Arts by MGallery: Best infinity pool in Saigon
byAs savvy travellers, we love regular comfort and lavish stays. This love for suites in hotels has started quite young for Thuymi as she grew up for the first 15 years…
Eating Healthy in Dubai … Delivery!
byIt’s the summer in Dubai and you must feel like take out instead of going out. Deliveroo, Uber Eats, etc can be quite tempting with non healthy options so we…
Myanmar: Best hipster cafe in Yangon @ Rangoon Teahouse
byMyanmar has been in the news for a host of different reasons, but one thing is for sure, it is quickly picking up as a tourist attraction. It is getting…
Marriott Cairo: Staying in a Palace by the Nile River
byWhen we were in Egypt, we stayed at a very central location at the Marriott Cairo. Along side the Nile River, it is close to the Pyramids and the go…
Hotel Indigo Seminyak: Stay in a central new resort in Bali
byBali has so many hotels, it is easy to get lost in the search for quality/price. Hotel Indigo Seminyak Beach in Bali is quite a new resort and is a…
Myanmar: Top 3 hangouts in Yangon
byIn Yangon for the evening? Here are the 3 spots to go to enjoy some delicious food & drinks, as well as a great ambiance and decor. // Où aller…
Eat in Dubai: Salt by Kite Beach
bySalt are the pioneers of Food Trucks in Dubai, created by 2 Emirati women. The place is very popular, especially to the Royal Family, which my colleague did spot one…
Marriott Mena House: Lunch with the best view of The Great Pyramids Of Giza
byThe Mena House is a historic palatial hotel, based in the shadow of the great Pyramids of Giza on the outskirts of Cairo. The place was originally built as a royal lodge…
Shangri-La Dubai: An urban spa haven
byThere are plenty of business travellers in Dubai and most of them prefer to stay close to Dubai Downtown. On Sheikh Zayed Road, the major highway of the Emirate, there…
Retreat The Palm by MGallery: A complete wellness journey in Dubai
byEver had a problem of combining a lavish stay while still taking care of yourself physically and mentally? The Retreat on the Dubai Palm have discovered a gap in the…
Iftar experience on the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2
byPrior to its grand opening planned for October 2018, the famous Queen Elizabeth 2 has been opening its doors an Arabian Majlis offering a wonderful Iftar and Suhoor experience. The…
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort: Lavish property in South Sri Lanka
byAs a traveling couple with a travel website and love taking photos, we always are on the lookout for resorts with a combination of luxury and those “Instagrammable” shot opportunities. After…
Eat in Dubai: 24k gold burger meal with great entertainment at La Maison Rouge
byIn a busy city like Dubai with a lot of restaurants and bars, you will find some concepts that are quite exciting. La Maison Rouge is one of those places…
The best places to eat Vegetarian in Saigon Viet Nam
byThe challenge when you travel is to find the right restaurants if you have dietary restrictions. If you are vegetarian, travelling in Asia can be quite tricky. Although, you should…
Iftars you need to try when visiting Dubai
byIf you are traveling to Dubai for this upcoming month until Thursday June 14th, you will be right into Ramadan. Although some restaurants stay open, you should try the Iftar experience,…
Eat in Dubai: All the seafood you need at the Crab Market in DIFC
byDubai has a lot of options for dining out. We like to try things and showcase you our thoughts. If you are a seafood enthusiast then the Crab Market Dubai…