We Leave Today Max and Jay
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Lombok Travel Review: “Is it really the New Bali?” Highlights and Tips
After a short three-hour flight from Singapore on Scoot, we found ourselves in the “Land of…
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Travel Tips for Exploring Gili Air, Indonesia
In this post, we share our impressions after a much-too-short three-night stay on Gili Air, where…
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Hotel Review: Umana Bali – A hilltop luxury escape!
Formerly the Banyan Tree Ungasan, this hotel joined the Hilton portfolio in 2023 as the Umana…
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Review: Somewhere Lombok – Somewhere pretty nice!
Somewhere Lombok is a member of Design Hotels and just a 20 minute drive away from…
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Review: Villa Tokay – The most beautiful hotel on Gili Air!
Villa Tokay is part of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and offers visitors to Gili…
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Review: Duxton Reserve – Shophouse Chic in Singapore!
The Duxton Reserve is a hotel incorporated into shophouses built around the 1860s. Formerly a Six…
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Review: Andaz Ottawa ByWard Market
As avid Hyatt loyalists who travel to Ottawa frequently, the Andaz Ottawa is our go-to hotel…
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Beyond the Layover: How to Spend 5 Perfect Days in Seoul
Recently, we finally had the chance to visit Seoul South Korea during the pleasant fall season.…
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Review: Grand Hyatt Seoul – A busy, but beautiful hotel!
The Grand Hyatt Seoul opened in 1978 and maintains its status as a popular hotel in…
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Review: Grand Hyatt Seoul Incheon (West Tower) – A luxury hotel, walkable to the airport!
The Grand Hyatt Seoul Incheon is a large hotel with 1,024 rooms separated in two towers…
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Visiting Mexico City? Essential Tips on Altitude, Safety, and Budget
Mexico City (CDMX) is a destination where we could easily spend six months, given the endless…
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Review: Hyatt Centric Montreal – A modern hotel in Old Montreal, with a nice rooftop pool!
The Hyatt Centric Montreal has 177 rooms and suites and offers guests modern accommodations in Old…
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Review: Alila Manggis – Old school Bali charm in a quieter setting
Built in 2001, the Alila Manggis is a quieter resort with 55 rooms in a lesser…
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Review: Andaz Bali – Overyhyped, a victim of its own success!
The Andaz Bali is a newish upscale and modern resort in Sanur. With 149 various room…
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Lounge Review: The New Air Canada Café at YVR – Vancouver Airport
In this post, we share some information and photos about the current Air Canada Café setup…
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Review: The SOMM Woodinville, Autograph Collection – A Winecation in the Seattle area!
The SOMM Woodinville, Autograph Collection is a welcome addition to the wine area just 30 minutes…
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Goa: Is It Worth the Trip? Our Honest Verdict
We spent close to a week exploring Goa and chose to add it to our itinerary…
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A First-Timer’s Guide to India: Our Trip to Udaipur, Jaipur, and Goa
This past September and October, we had the opportunity to visit India, where we spent time…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Maui – 2 Queen Beds Mountain View
Built in 1980 and last renovated in 2021, the Hyatt Regency Maui is an 810-room resort…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Maui – Oceanfront Suite
Built in 1980 and last renovated in 2021, the Hyatt Regency Maui is an 810-room resort…
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Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach – A welcome…and long overdue refresh!
Built in 1955, the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani Waikiki Beach is one of many high-rise hotel options…
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Review: Raven Inn Whitehorse – A boutique hotel in the north!
Opened in 2020, the Raven Inn is a boutique hotel located in Whitehorse, Yukon. With 38…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Waikiki – A standard Waikiki-style hotel!
The Hyatt Regency Waikiki is one of three Hyatt-branded hotels in the Waikiki area. Just steps…
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Cabo: Is it Still Worth Visiting? Our Honest Review
For us, Cabo was once our go-to Mexican escape. Over the past decade, we’ve visited five…
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Review: The Ritz-Carlton, Mexico City – Luxury city retreat in CDMX
The Ritz-Carlton Mexico City is a luxury high rise hotel that opened in 2021 and has…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Mansarovar Jaipur – Felt like we we’re at an Indian wedding!
With 245 rooms, the Hyatt Regency Mansarovar in Jaipur is a solid and affordable hotel for…
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Review: Andaz Delhi – An airport Andaz?
The Andaz Delhi is the first Andaz branded hotel to open in India. Interestingly, it is…
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Review: Alila Diwa Goa – Delivered in all areas!
The Alila Goa offers a peaceful getaway in Central Goa for those looking just to relax…
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Review: St. Regis Goa – A work in progress, not quite a St. Regis yet.
Previously the Leela Goa, Marriott took over the property and rebranded the hotel as the St.…
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Review: JW Marriott Goa – One of the best JW’s we’ve ever stayed at!
The JW Marriott Goa is a fairly new hotel located about 40 minutes south of the…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Seattle Lake Washington: Executive Suite
Located within 30 minutes of downtown Seattle in Renton, the Hyatt Regency Seattle Lake Washington is a lakeside…
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Review: Brew House at Abandoned Rail Brewing – An Airbnb at a brewery!
The Brew House is a small detached one bedroom house located on the Abandoned Rail Brewing…
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Review: The Villa at Hester Creek Winery – Mediterranean vibes in oliver British columbia!
The Villa at Hester Creek Winery is small bed and breakfast style hotel with 6 rooms…
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Review: Andaz Scottsdale – Modern and Stylish Desert Oasis
The Andaz Scottsdale Resort and Bungalows is a stylish full service desert resort that offers casita…
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Review: Alila Fort Bishangarh – Yup, you’re staying in a restored 235 year old fort in India!
Perched on top of a hill in the countryside, the Alila Fort Bishangarh offers guests comfortable…
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Review: Raffles Udaipur – A Modern Day Palace in Rajasthan!
With 137 rooms on Lake Udai Sagar, Raffles Udaipur is a splurge worthy resort on the…
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Review: The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt – A new-ish and fun upscale hotel in trendy Culver City!
The Shay, a Destination by Hyatt is a very well-rounded urban getaway in the Los Angeles…
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Review: Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland – Expected more…
The Hyatt Centric Downtown Portland aims to offer a boutique hotel experience with “urban-chic” rooms.
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Review: Hyatt Regency Portland Convention Centre – Convention Cool
With a prime convention center location, the Hyatt Regency Portland is a large modern property with…
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Review: Sheraton Buganvilias Resort & Convention Center Puerto Vallarta – Highs and lows
Built in 1980, and with almost 500 rooms the Sheraton is longtime fixture in Puerto Vallarta’s…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Seattle Lake Washington – Partial Lake View room
Located within 30 minutes of downtown Seattle in Renton, the Hyatt Regency Seattle Lake Washington is…
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Review: Thompson Hotel Palm Springs – A Trendy Urban Resort Getaway in the Desert
Located in the center of Palm Springs, the Thompson Palm Springs is a trendy urban hotel…
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Review: The Cape, A Thompson Hotel – Crashing waves and loud bass
Likely one of Cabo’s more hip & happening hotels, The Cape, A Thompson Hotel by Hyatt…
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Review: OceanBlue Resort – Secluded, Basic, Good Value
OceanBlue Resort is a small 23 room hotel located in a non-tourist area of Barbados. Previously…
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Review: Hilton Barbados Resort – Solid Hotel and Great Location!
Owned by the government and part of Barbados’ heritage, the Hilton and its 355 rooms located…
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Cancun Hotel Zone and Beyond Food Guide
Cancun in Mexico is a very popular tourist destination for those seeking a sunny beach vacation.…
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Review : Intercontinental Presidente Cancun Resort – A blast from Cancun’s past?
Opened in 1975 (and fully renovated in 2014), the Intercontinental Presidente Cancun resort is one of…
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Review: Delta Hotels by Marriott St. John’s Conference Centre – More updating please…
Built in 1987 and renovated in 2018, the Delta St John’sis a prominent convention hotel in…
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Review: Cascade Hotel, Kansas City – Giving a new hotel a spin!
The Cascade Hotel, Kansas City, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is an upscale new hotel with 177…
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Review: Hyatt Regency Calgary – Leading by example!
A staple in the upscale business hotel scene of downtown Calgary, the Hyatt Regency continues to…
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Review: W Bellevue – Fab and funky
As the 2nd W property to open in the Seattle area, the W Bellevue is much…
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Review: The LaSalle Chicago, Autograph Collection – Elegant city retreat
One of Chicago’s newest luxury boutique hotels, the Lasalle Chicago offers 232 guest rooms in a…
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Review: Astra Seattle, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel – A fancier Courtyard?
Advertised as a lifestyle hotel providing “the future of hospitality” the Astra Hotel offers 265 modern…
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Review: Thompson Hotel Seattle – Hip boutique vibes near Pike Place Market
The Thompson Hotel Seattle is a boutique style hotel in downtown Seattle near Pike Place market…
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Review: Delta Hotels Seattle Everett – A roadside gem on the I5?
Originally a Holiday Inn property, this Delta hotel was fully renovated and opened in 2018 with…
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Planning a Trip to Vietnam: Our luxurious itinerary!
For our 4th trip to Vietnam, we decided to focus our two week vacation visiting various…
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Lounge Review: New Plaza Premium Lounge YVR International Departures – Pier D
Recently, the Plaza Premium Lounge at the Vancouver Airport located in the international departures terminal was…
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Driving to Nosara, Costa Rica: Do you need a 4×4?
Nosara is a small beach town known for surfing about 3 hours away from Liberia Airport.…
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Review: The Vietage by Anantara Luxury Train in Vietnam
The Vietage by Anantara is a luxury railway carriage that provides train journeys through Vietnam. In…
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Review: Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe – Mixed Vibe Business Hotel near Victoria Harbor
The Delta Victoria Ocean Pointe is a full service hotel located on Victoria harbor, just a…
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Review: Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour – Downtown Hotel with Close Harbor Access
The Marriott Victoria Inner Harbour is a full service hotel located in downtown Victoria, within walking…
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Review: Fairmont Empress Victoria – Renovated Historic Property at Victoria Harbor
A prominent fixture on the Victoria Harbor, the Fairmont Empress Victoria is one of Canada’s most…
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Review: New Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport Review – Modern Design and Convenient Location
The Hampton By Hilton Guanacaste Airport is one of 2 Hilton hotels located near LIR –…
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Review: JW Marriott Guanacaste – Family-Friendly Beach Resort with Upscale Amenities
The JW Marriott Guanacaste is a large hacienda-style resort tucked away in a gated community near…
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Review: Luxury Beach Getaway – W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal Resort Review
The W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal features unique architecture that blends in with the jungle…
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Review: Santarena Hotel Review – Unexpected Design and Service Issues
The Santarena Hotel at Las Catalinas is the only hotel centrally located in the town of…
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Review: Awa Beach Hotel Review – Costa Rican Beachfront Tranquility
Awa Beach Hotel is an adults-only hotel that aims to offer guests the opportunity to disconnect…
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Review: Anantara Hoi An Resort – Ultimate Riverside Relaxation in Vietnam
The 92 room Anantara Hoi An Resort describes itself as a “leading luxury boutique resort” providing…
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Review: Park Hyatt Saigon – Urban Elegance in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1
The Park Hyatt Saigon is a 5 star property with French-Colonial design at the center of…
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Review: Zannier Bai San Ho – Rustic-Luxury Beach Resort in Phu Yen, Vietnam
Tucked away on a private bay in the Phu Yen province miles from any other resorts,…
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Review: Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula – A Luxurious Instagram-Worthy Resort
A highly acclaimed 5 star resort, the Intercontinental Da Nang Sun Peninsula is a picture-perfect getaway tucked away…
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Review: Kona Tiki Hotel – Oceanfront Simplicity
Originally built in the 1950’s, the Kona Tiki offers 16 ocean-side rooms within walking distance of…
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Review: Westdrift Manhattan Beach – Spacious Suites, Golf Course Views, and Event-Friendly Amenities
Fronting a golf course in an otherwise generic area of Manhattan beach, the Westdrift aims to…
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Review: Andaz Mexico City – A Hip, Modern Hotel in Condesa
Opened in Jan 2023, the Andaz Mexico city is a high-end hotel in one of the…
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Review: Hi-Lo Hotel, Autograph Collection in Portland Oregon
Last Updated: February 9, 2026 We had the opportunity to review this hotel in 2025. This…
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Review: Flying with Starlux to Asia
Since 2020, Starlux has been operating flights to and from its hub in Taipei, connecting North…
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Review: Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen – Your Tranquil Tropical Airport Retreat
The Marriott Hotel Hacienda Belen near San Jose Airport in Costa Rica offers the convenience of an…
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10 Tips: Planning a Trip to Costa Rica’s Caribbean Coast
Our third journey to Costa Rica led us to the underrated Caribbean coast and its hidden…
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3 Days in Rio de Janeiro Brazil
The third and final stop of our trip to Brazil was Rio de Janeiro. We spent…
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4 Days in Trancoso Brazil
After our short layover in Sao Paulo, it was time for us to fly about 1.5…
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Tips: A short layover in Sao Paolo Brazil
After our 10 hours red-eye flight from Toronto, we woke up in Sao Paolo Brazil, with…
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Planning a Trip to Brazil: 10 Tips
For our 3rd trip to South America, we decided to visit Brazil, a country we have…
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Review: The Ambassador Hotel of Waikiki, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
In this post, we share a review of the Romer Waikiki at the Ambassador based on…
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Planning a Trip to New Orleans: 6 Tips
In this post, we share 6 tips to help you plan a trip to New Orleans…
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Review: Airolo eSIM to use your call phone abroad
Smart phones that act as mini computers equipped to help you research everything anytime and anywhere…
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Review: New Boutique Hotel in Waikiki – Wayfinder Waikiki
Wayfinder Waikiki is a newly renovated hotel that opened in January 2023. This 228 room is…
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Review: Fern Fall Tiny House Airbnb, Qualicum Beach, British Columbia
Fern Fall is a free standing tiny house Airbnb located in Qualicum Beach Canada. In this…
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The 10 best hotels in Marrakech, Morocco
Known as the “red city” and somewhere between tradition and the modernity, Marrakech is a must…
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BREAKING NEWS: Travel Visa for Tourists to Enter Brazil Update
Last updated: December 21, 2023 As we sit here and type this update, we are writing…
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The 10 Best Hotels in Barbados
While less known than other Caribbean destinations, Barbados might be worth a visit. In this post,…
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The 10 best pool villas in Bali
Having visited Bali 5 times, we share our list of the top 10 pool villas in…
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Renting an Electric Vehicle (EV): Tips and Considerations
In this post, we share tips and considerations to help you decide if you should rent…
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Tips: Visiting Joffre Lakes Provincial Park in Pemberton, British Columbia
Visiting Joffre Lakes to see the stunning blue lakes, waterfalls and views of the glacier is…
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Star Alliance Lounge Hopping at LHR – London Heathrow Airport
Based on our long layover at LHR coming back from Mauritius, we share information about the…
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Weekend Getaway: Franschhoek South Africa
On our recent trip to South Africa and Mauritius, we decided to spend the equivalent of…
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Visiting Cape Town in South Africa: 10 Tips
We spent a few nights in Cape Town and share 10 tips to help you plan…
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Review: LUX Le Morne
LUX Le Morne is a 149 room resort located on stunning Le Morne Beach on the…
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The 10 Best Hotels in Mauritius
From the best pool villas, vacations for families, to airport hotel, in this post, we share…
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Review: Le Meridien Mauritius – Nirvana Retreat
Le Meridien Mauritius is a 261 room resort that stretches over about 1 km of beach…
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Review: Salt of Palmar
Salt of Palmar is a 59 room adults only resort on the east coast of Mauritius.…
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