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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 […]

16-Hour Layover in Paris? What to Do?

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?

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 […]

RÊunion: 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. […]

This Striking D.C. Urban Retreat Is One of the Most Unique Hotels in the Nation’s Capital

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 […]

48 Hours in Washington, D.C.: Things to Do and See (Election Fever, Craft Beer & Food)

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 […]