Simple. Book a hotel and explore the Parisian night. Ok, maybe it’s not that simple. If you’re on a layover on your way back to the States from a far away destination–in my case Mauritius–then why not explore the city for the night?
Author Archives: travel
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Apr
Why Rent a Car in Mauritius? Should you rent a car in Mauritius? I’d say yes. Of course, I’m biased since I love driving. I mean, who needs a car on an island in East Africa? Well, it depends on what kind of experience you’re after. I would first ask yourself these two questions: Do […]
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So you want to know if you can sneak in a brief view of Paris with just 8 hours? Maybe you found a good deal on an Air France ticket and figure you can see Paris. Or maybe you’re headed to Mauritius and have an 8-hour layover like I did? What if I tell you […]
Blog, Mauritius, Travel
Navigating the Mauritius Airport, Getting a SIM, and Getting a Taxi (Do’s and Don’ts)
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Apr
Apr
Before You Arrive (IMPORTANT!) Make sure you fill out the Mauritius Health Travel form before landing. And make sure you save the PDF in case you don’t have a signal or fail to connect to WiFi upon landing. Tip: If you’re on a layover at Charles de Gaulle Airport (meaning you’ve left the airport and […]
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Apr
Getting to Reunion Island is hard. That’s if you’re coming from the United States. Just imagine if you were traveling to Reunion Island from Austin, Texas, or New York City. It’s not just the cost that’s staggering—it’s the flight time. So what’s the best way to get here from the U.S? The easiest way to […]
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Reunion and Mauritius are like sibling islands that no one knows about–at least in the American world. And before you come at me, when I say American I mean those from the United States. I mean, you can’t even see the islands easily on the map. And the two islands couldn’t have more different characters. […]
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Apr
I’ll keep it short. The best way to travel the beautiful island of Reunion is by car. With a car, you will be able to visit the smallest cities, experience the winding roads through La Place des Palmistes or on the way to Cilaos. And—it’s the only way you will be able to experience and […]
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You’ve either just arrived in Paris, here on layover, or about to leave and want to unwind at the Air France Lounge in Terminal 2E at CDG. Well here’s what you should know in this brief, step-by-step guide. Getting In After you’ve finished clearing security at Charles de Gaulle’s Terminal 2E (Hall L)—look for the […]
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Many posts online say that getting a free business class upgrade is a rare thing. Even typing “free business class upgrade Air France” doesn’t really yield any search results. In my case, however, my Economy ticket was upgraded to Premium Economy, and then at the gate, it was changed to Business Class during my 16-hour […]
Hotel, Travel, USA, Washington D.C.
This Striking D.C. Urban Retreat Is One of the Most Unique Hotels in the Nation’s Capital
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If you want a break from the Fairmont’s grandeur and political buzz, this newly revamped 191-room hotel, just steps from the White House and Australian Embassy, might be the peaceful retreat you need. Introduction If you think you need to spend a fortune to enjoy Washington D.C.—coughs in Fairmont dollars—either to visit or to get […]