So, you just booked your flight on Air France—or Delta—and you have a layover in Paris? Maybe you even purposely chose that particular airline for that layover—and now you need a place to stay? What’s a good hotel for a layover in Paris? Here are the questions I asked myself for this particular trip: Where […]
Tag Archives: short term review
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Apr
Apr
Ok, so you want to plan a trip to Africa—but you kind of want to go there and not at the same time? Are you looking for stunning beaches, incredible history, and a diverse population? I’m talking so diverse that you might think…wait, you’re from [insert country here]? Then you’re thinking Mauritius, right? Sike! I […]
Blog, Mauritius, Travel
Making the Most of a Quick Stay in Mauritius: The Preskil Island Resort Experience
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Apr
Apr
Do you have a day to kill on a layover in Mauritius? Or maybe you’ve returned from Reunion and stayed the night in Mauritius before your long-haul flight back in the morning? Or maybe you just want to dip your toes quickly in Mauritius in transit to South Africa or have a 24-hour transit? Whatever […]
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Apr
Apr
I’ll be honest, I picked the Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa because of one thing: I could see a mountain in one of the photos. Otherwise, I would have selected the Sofitel. I’ll tell you why I settled on the Hilton. Picking a Hotel in Mauritius Put simply, hotels in Mauritius are expensive. Then comes […]
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Apr
Apr
Simple. Book a hotel and explore the Parisian night. Ok, maybe it’s not that simple. If you’re 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?
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Apr
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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Apr
Apr
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. […]
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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Oct
Oct
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 […]
Travel, USA, Washington D.C.
48 Hours in Washington, D.C.: Things to Do and See (Election Fever, Craft Beer & Food)
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Oct
Oct
Washington, D.C.—Election season? Buckle up. The city unfolds in front of me like the start of a spy thriller. A city always on the brink of something major. But today, it felt different. Today, I wasn’t just attending a conference; I was in the middle of an operation I didn’t sign up for. Safe Houses […]
Japan, Kyoto, Travel
24 to 48 Hours in Kyoto, Japan: How a Day Trip Became an Unforgettable Overnight Adventure
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Sep
Sep
By Homson — Get exclusive travel tips and updates for free here. What began as a simple day trip from Osaka transformed into an impromptu overnight adventure in the heart of Kyoto. After immersing myself in a day filled with ancient temples, serene shrines, and savoring some of the best gyoza I’ve ever tasted, I […]