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Korean Air Prestige Lounge Seoul Incheon Airport (Terminal 2): SkyTeam Layover Guide

You’ve just arrived in Terminal 2. Check the green signage for terminal 2 transfers. Ok, we’re back. Now, imagine getting unlimited draft beer–poured just for you. Spicy ramen soup and Jeju water are just a few counters over. Is this a microbrewery? No, it’s Korean Air’s Prestige Incheon lounge. Best of all? It’s free. FREE?! […]

Faded Glory: An Honest Review of Lv8 Resort Hotel Canggu’s Disappointing 5-Star Experience

The room smelled of mildew. The lobby showed poor upkeep, despite an army of hotel employees. Long and eerie hallways belong in a Key & Peele movie or a Stephen King novel. Is this truly a 5-star hotel? Maybe I could look past the false outlets or blood-stained chairs—just kidding, I don’t know if it’s […]

Pererenan vs. Canggu: Why Long-Term Digital Nomads Should Choose Pererenan

Introduction: Finding Peace Near Paradise If you’re a remote worker considering Bali, your choice of location can make or break your productivity. While Canggu has become the default digital nomad hotspot, neighboring Pererenan offers significant advantages for those planning extended stays. My journey took me from the social energy of Canggu’s TRIBAL Coworking to the […]

Hotel EKTA Paris: The Perfect Layover Hotel Near Arc de Triomphe

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? Consider Hotel EKTA. But first, ask yourself: What makes a good hotel for a Paris layover? These were my criteria: Location. […]

Mauritius: Africa’s Hidden Island Paradise You Never Knew You Needed

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 […]

Making the Most of a Quick Stay in Mauritius: The Preskil Island Resort Experience

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 […]

Hilton Mauritius Resort & Spa: Why It’s Worth Every Penny

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 […]

Renting a Car in Mauritius: Tips, Costs & What to Expect

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 […]

Réunion: The French Island of Many Faces

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. […]