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Discovering Cusco with Exploor Peru
We have been dreaming about Peru for a long time. It is one of those destinations that is a must do in a lifetime. From exciting cities over creative fusion food, mesmerising landscapes, thousands of years of old cultures to surfing, there is so much to discover in this diverse country. Therefore, we were very excited when we booked our first tour with Exploor Peru (www.exploorperu.com) to discover the area around Cusco. They offer various exciting expeditions in different parts of Peru. We decided to go on a 4 days exploration to Machu Picchu, to the Sacred Valley, to the Rainbow Mountain and to the Humantay Lake. The booking process…
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Mahayana Tulum – The Caribbean Dream Destination
Whether one is on social media or not, everyone has seen at least one photo from the world-famous Tulum. Unlike other holiday destinations in Yucatan such as Cancun with big, anonymous resorts, the charm of Tulum is enhanced by the mix of chic décor and rustic jungle boutique hotels and restaurants. Tulum is the home of Mahayana which consists of beautifully designed villas right at Tulum’s white beach. The Area Tulum is 1h southern of Playa del Carmen and about 2h from Cancun on the way to the Belizean border. Tulum beach is a bit further down the road from the Mayan ruins which is one of the main attractions…
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Velassaru and Kuramathi – The Paradise you always had in your Imagination
Arrival to Paradise Maldives is a paradise. We can’t think of a better word to describe the collection of sparkling islands. The lush, tropical forests, the crystal clear waters, and the absolute sense of peace and tranquility. You can take your pick as to why the holiday destination is top of the bucket list for many travel enthusiasts. Travel was just a pipe dream last year. But 2021 brought an irresistible opportunity to explore the pristine islands that dot the Indian Ocean. The experience made us realise just how fortunate we were to be able to leave all of the stress and frustration of the lockdown behind, if only for…
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Thailand is more than beaches
Thailand is not only about beautiful islands and white sand beaches, but also about spiritual and cultural highlights all over the country. Particularly Bangkok and the north is where you can find many of these attractions. We started our Thailand trip in Bangkok. From there, we did trips to the railway market town named Meaklongh and the party coastal town of Pattaya. To be honest, we wouldn’t recommend to visit Pattaya. You can find the same activities in any other part of Thailand and avoid the mass tourism. Afterwards, we visited the historic beauty of Ayuttaya known by its temples and century old ruins of the old capital. From there,…
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Sudamala Resort Seraya – The Ultimate Private Island Retreat
Sudamala Resort Seraya is a private island paradise a half an hour boat ride from Labuan Bajo. It has a beautiful white sanded beach, an own reef, cosy beach bungalows and a spectacular sunset bar. Sudamala Seraya is the definition of a tropical luxury at its finest. The Arrival When arriving at the airport of Labuan Bajo, you realize immediately that you arrived in paradise. By airplane, you fly over beautiful small islands, coral reefs, green (or brown depending on the time of the year) hills and blue water. On top of that, the airport is a small regional airstrip surrounded by lush hills. Sudamala Resort Seraya welcomed us directly…
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Chapung Sebali – Luxury retreat in the Jungle
Chapung Sebali is an extraordinary place located in the lush rainforest above the Wos river valley. In addition to the jungle, it is surrounded by beautiful old rice fields. The hotel provides the famous Bali vibes and is located in a very tranquil area perfect for total relaxation, just a ten-minute drive from the center of Ubud. The Hotel Chapung Sebali resort is a 5 star luxury boutique hotel. It consists of several suites and villas built in the ancient Balinese architecture style influenced by a touch of modern Scandinavian design. Small, well maintained rice terraces separate the different parts of the hotel. It gives you the feeling you are…
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The ultimate guide to traveling in Lombok
The reasons to visit Lombok Travellers sometimes ignore Lombok due to its proximity to its big, famous brother Bali. However, this is a pity as it is a treasure which is still less busy and less discovered by tourists. Therefore, the big advantage is the authenticity of the island. Furthermore, it is an allrounder in terms of the activities and sights available. There are beautiful beaches, volcanos to climb, waterfalls to discover, cultural sights to visit. Read more below in our guide to traveling in Lombok. Things to know before traveling in Lombok ☆ When climbing the volcano Mount Rinjani (second highest volcano in Indonesia), do not forget warm clothes…
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6 Top things to do in Russia in winter
1. Ice skating at Red Square At the center of Red Square, you will find a lovely Christmas market with an ice rink. From early in the morning on it gets quite full. Ice skating is one of the top things to do in Russia and a quite authentic experience as well. It is an amazing location for the ice rink as it is surrounded by all the historic buildings and the Christmas market itself. This activity is quite cheap, and they have warm installations to get changed and lock your valuables. The price including skates rental is around 700 rubles and it opens daily from November 30th to February 28th…
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The most glimmering cities of Russia in winter
The reasons to visit Russia in winter You may think that visiting Russia in winter is a bad idea due to the harsh climate and only few hours of daylight. However, it has so much to offer during its winter time. You are able to explore a very romantic, glimmering and heart-warming country perfectly adapted to the weather conditions. It was our intention to travel in January as we assumed Russia will have a certain charm during this period. And we were proved to be right! By now, you are probably asking yourself, what is so special about winter in one of the coldest countries in the world? Where can we…
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Activities on the Gili islands
The Gili islands are located north-west of Lombok, a short boat ride from Lombok or a longer one from Bali. They are a beautiful holiday destination that should not miss on your Lombok or Bali itinerary. There are many activities on the Gili islands available, such as snorkeling, diving, relaxing at beautiful beaches and partying. Things to know before traveling on the Gili Islands There are three islands: Gili Air, Gili Meno and Gili Trawangan. We are going to give you a quick description of each: Gili Trawangan: It is known as the party island. It is the largest, liveliest and most developed of the three Gili Islands. If you…