Hotel Review: Fushifaru Maldives
Fushifaru is a small boutique resort located in the beautiful Lhaviyani Atoll, surrounded by beautiful blue water and one of the longest sandbars in the Maldives.
Fushifaru is a small boutique resort located in the beautiful Lhaviyani Atoll, surrounded by beautiful blue water and one of the longest sandbars in the Maldives.
We had the chance to stay at Patina on our recent trip to the Maldives and it absolutely blew us away.
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In the bustling heart of Cambodia's capital, Phnom Penh, sits the Hyatt Regency. This property provides an great retreat for travelers seeking to experience the vibrant culture, history, and life of the city
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TIA Wellness: A tranquil boutique property in Danang offering wellness retreats. Enjoy spa treatments, all-day breakfast, and private villas with plunge pools. Explore the region and relax in luxury.
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Like many of you, a Halong Bay cruise was high on my bucket list.
My mom and I took our first mother-daughter trip in October and it was an incredible getaway. We ended up choosing Miraval in Arizona thanks to generous offer from Hyatt Privé
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The Maldives, a tropical paradise known for its stunning resorts and beautiful beaches, is also a place with a rich cultural heritage. Here are three important cultural differences to be aware of before you travel.
Some of you may be skeptical about virgin voyages and their, dare I say, lack of experience in the cruise industry. But this sultry, seductive ship may have you thinking about stepping out on your old lady of the seas.
We had the opportunity to spend 6 nights at Cora Cora on our last trip to the Maldives. Cora Cora recently took over an old property, Loama, and did a light refresh on the resort to add color
The Maldives, a tropical paradise known for its stunning resorts and beautiful beaches, is also a place with a rich cultural heritage. Here are three important cultural differences to be aware of before you travel.
The Maldives, with its idyllic white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, and luxurious accommodations, stands as a quintessential destination for travelers seeking a paradisiacal escape.
Ozen Life Maadhoo has been on our list for a while and we were so excited at the opportunity to finally stay at the resort on our last trip to the Maldives.
The Park Hyatt Maldives is without a doubt one of the most pristine islands we have seen in the Maldives when it comes to a stunning, uninterrupted reef.
As an Accor hotels property, we had always felt confident in the quality based on our experience in the Gaafu Alifu atoll of the Maldives.
Many of our readers have asked us over the years, “we have 7-10 days to take a trip - where do we go?” With the prices to Europe being at historic highs
We spent a few weeks on the beautiful island of Mauritius, ending our time on the island with a vacation at Lagoon Attitude, an adults-only all-inclusive resort in the northern area of Anse la Raie.
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On our first trip to the Seychelles, we had the opportunity to stay at JA Enchanted Island Resort which is a unique private island resort just off the coast of Mahé.
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The Four Seasons is a spectacular retreat so read on to learn more about what to expect during your stay.
Cabarete’s most unique feature is the incredible beachfront stacked with restaurants and bars in the sand. While many towns center around a main street, Cabarete’s main street is really the beachfront. In this guide, we will share our favorites both
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Jumeirah Beach Residence is one of the most popular beach neighborhoods in Dubai, with dozens of restaurants, clubs and activities for travelers to partake in what feels undoubtedly western.
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JA Manafaru is located at the far northern tip of the Maldives, in fact, it’s the farthest north luxury hotel in the Maldives. We were extremely excited to experience this gem.
The Hilton Moorea is a place that’s near and dear to our heart after our first visit in 2018 when we absolutely fell in love with the crystal clear waters and majestic location.
The Four Seasons Bora Bora is one of the biggest dream destinations in the world and it does not disappoint.
On our recent trip to Bora Bora, we were invited to experience the newly renovated Le Bora Bora (previously Bora Bora Pearl Resort) and it did not disappoint.
Le Tahaa by Pearl Resorts is a truly unique and down to earth destination. We had the chance to experience this Polynesian gem on our recent trip to French Polynesia and the spectacular setting took our breath away.
Whenever we asked people if they'd been to Jarabacoa, the answer was always "Yes! You'll love it, it's beautiful". Beyond that, we had no idea what to expect, but we were blown away.
Emerald Maldives has taken on a true all-inclusive experience without nickel-and-diming you for every last cent. Read on to find out what you need to know, before you go!
At Voyager Guru, we LOVE brand new hotels and we were pumped to experience the brand new Hard Rock Maldives hotel. We had the chance to tour their different room types.
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Anantara had been on our list for SO long, we were so happy to finally have the chance to experience it - and spoiler alert, it did not disappoint.
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The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas is one of the most iconic properties on the Las Vegas Strip. We recently stayed in the Prestige Club of the Venetian, so read on to find out if it’s worth it.
We spent one month in Mykonos this summer, finding every little taverna, beach club and shop and we can truly say that Mykonos is an amazing island. During the last week of our trip, we stayed at a few hotels
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We were excited to see the Virgin Hotel take over the old iconic Hard Rock Hotel and couldn’t wait to check it out. Was it worth it?
Emerald Maldives has taken on a true all-inclusive experience without nickel-and-diming you for every last cent.
Soneva Fushi is one of the most “insta-famous” hotels in the Maldives, and for good reason. Soneva Fushi offers a unique, Swiss Family Robinson experience.
Hilton has had a presence in the Maldives for many years, and until now, their properties have been a pipe dream for most travelers. However, Hilton recently opened a new, far more approachable hotel in the Maldives.
When you think about the Maldives, Hard Rock is likely not the first hotel name that roles off your tongue. However, Hard Rock, part of the Crossroads Marina complex is bringing a new type of vacation to the Maldives and
The much anticipated opening of the Ritz-Carlton Fari Islands had us extremely excited. This modern, architectural marvel blends into its surroundings, while still managing to look a lot like a Bond villain’s private island. The food & beverage, style and
Anantara Kihavah is one of the most well-known resorts in the Maldives for its incredible, lush island and unique activities. We were elated to finally have the chance to experience Anantara Kihavah on our recent trip to the Maldives and
If you’re familiar with the Dominican Republic, you’re likely familiar with Punta Cana, or perhaps even Puerto Plata. But have you ever heard of Las Galeras? Chances are slim.
We spent one month in Mykonos this summer, finding every little taverna, beach club and shop and we can truly say that Mykonos is an amazing island.
Grace Mykonos is beautiful boutique property situated north of the New Port in Mykonos, Greece. We had the chance to be hosted by Grace during our trip in June and overall, we enjoyed our stay.
While Mykonos is a small island, it’s surprisingly difficult to get around. Uber, Lyft and the services we’re typically accustomed to don’t exist and there’s only about 34 licensed taxis
Mykonos really is an incredible island: it's small, easy to navigate and full of luxury, beaches, incredible architecture and food.
Transfers in the Maldives can be one of the trickiest parts of your vacation planning, and if you’re not prepared for, a big shock when it comes to pricing. In this guide, we will share the most common ways to
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While we have been down in the Dominican Republic, we have come to absolutely love, trust and adore the Playa Resorts collection of hotels.
While we have been down in the Dominican Republic, we have come to absolutely love, trust and adore the Playa Resorts collection of hotels.
Welcome to the Maldives, the world's most PRISTINE and sublime beach vacation. There's a lot that goes into planning a trip to the region, so we're here to share the TOP TEN THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
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The Grand Summit Hotel is located in the heart of Canyons Village, which was purchased by Vail Resorts as part of Park City a few years back.
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Max and I absolutely love Park City. It’s become a frequent winter adventure for us, thanks to our little camper. We were ecstatic to experience the newly renovated Grand Summit on this trip.
Max and I have been to Park City every year for the last 4 years and have always had our eye on the Waldorf Park City property.
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The Westin is exactly what you would expect from a Westin hotel: clean, safe and quiet. Stay tuned for the end where we discuss our new COVID-19 Safety Rating.
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Max and I booked the Sanctuary Cap Cana on Chase Ultimate Rewards points on a great deal for our trip at the end of July. We were excited to check out this incredible, architectural wonder in Cap Cana.
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Eden Roc Cap Cana is made up of two entirely separate areas of the resort: the tropical villas and the beach front suites and bungalows. We were booked into a one bedroom villa with a private pool.
Last weekend, we were invited to experience the Presidential Suite at the JW Marriott Santo Domingo and let me tell you, it was epic.
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Eden Roc Cap Cana is a spectacular property part of the Relais & Chateaux portfolio.
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Welcome to Hong Kong! We traveled to Hong Kong in December of 2019 and absolutely loved it.
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On our first trip to Moorea in 2018, we fell in love with the island.
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Ah…the St. Regis…the absolute pinnacle of Aspen luxury experiences.
The Hyatt was one of the first hotels we ever stayed at using our welcome bonus.
We flew to Paris for two night from San Francisco in February and boy, was that a whirlwind!
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There are few things as magical as the piercing blues of the Maldives.
Welcome to Tahiti! The beautiful main island of Tahiti is full of adventure, shopping and kind people.
On previous trips to French Polynesia, we did not spend much time on the main island of Tahiti.
The Residence Falhumaafushi is situated in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll in the south of the Maldives.
Tahiti is the main island of French Polynesia and is a typical stop for many travelers headed off to remote
Welcome to Miami, an incredibly vibrant city with more than just clubs and bars! Diverse neighborhoods
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Miami is home to some of the coolest nightlife, beautiful beaches and swanky hotels on the east coast.
Max and I had the opportunity to be hosted at the beautiful Sofitel Moorea two years ago and were so excited to return this year
Who doesn't love expansive beaches and over 300 days of sunshine a year? Aruba is home to endless
The main island of Tahiti is an often overlooked, but incredibly special destination. From towering waterfalls
Check out our experience at Lau Pa Sat in Singapore! We were convinced to try Satay stand 7&8 and it lived up to the hype!
French Polynesia is truly one of the most spectacular places in the world when it comes to landscape
"Wow, I really love this airport hotel”….said no one ever. Until now. Max and I had the chance to attend
Miami is full of incredible food and delicious cocktails in so many distinctly different neighborhoods.
Miami is a world-renowned hotspot for culture, nightclubs and restaurants with more than 5 distinctly different neighborhoods.
Last July (2018), Max and I spent a weekend at the Le Blanc Spa Resort in Los Cabos, shortly after opening.
We were invited by the Barcelo Aruba for a long weekend in October and we knew we couldn’t say no to going back to paradise.
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Welcome to Aruba, a beautiful destination that completely won our hearts! There are so many things
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Planning a vacation to a tropical destination is hard! I’ve been there. Paralyzed by the endless options
Having spent a lot of time in Cancun and Cabo, Max and I were excited to try a new Mexican destination, Puerto Vallarta
In this luxury hotel review, we're going to share our 7 categories for ranking the beautiful Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay in Northern California.
Aruba is an incredible island with endless white, sandy beaches, epic water sports and desert landscapes.
Welcome to the Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe, a beautiful beach-front oasis in the heart of Incline Village.
Nestled along the white sand of Palm Beach is the spectacular Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino in Aruba
North Lake Tahoe offers so much in the way of activities, regardless of the time of year.
Living in the Bay Area of California affords us endless opportunities to road trip throughout the beautiful West Coast.
If you're looking for luxury in Vancouver, Canada, look no further than the stunning Shangri-La Vancouver.
WOW! Were we blown away when we walking into the FIji Airways lounge at Nadi!
Road tripping in California is one of the best parts of living in this great state.
The Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay is set on the edge of a picturesque cliff, overlooking the endless Pacific Ocean
I’ll start this review by admitting that we booked this hotel literally the day we left for Fiji. Due to some changes with our itinerary
Lux South Ari Atoll was our third and final stop in the Maldives as well as our longest hotel stay.
Welcome to Lux South Ari Atoll in the Maldives! A Short 30 minute flight takes you to this stunning island at the edge of the Atoll.
Entering Yasawa Island Resort has got to be one of the most unique experiences we’ve had to date.
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Looking for affordable luxury right off the coast in Nadi in Fiji? Look no further than Serenity!
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Living in California is amazing for a million reasons: temperate weather, “chill” people and sunsets that never end.
Centrally located in the middle of Whistler Village is the newly renovated Crystal Lodge.
Stepping into the Four Seasons Whistler, the sweet scent of hot apple cider and wood-burning fire gently wrap
Max and I are based in San Francisco and when the opportunity came up to head to Whistler for a winter weekend
When it comes to talked-about cities in the US, it’s no surprise that Austin is usually at the top of the list
Having never been to Austin, the only thing I’d ever heard about was how hip it is and, well, “weird”.
We were invited to experience an evening with The Loft in South Lake Tahoe.
Looking for a the ultimate luxury getaway in the Maldives? Look no further than the spectacular Milaidhoo.
Check out everything you need to know about visiting the Gardens by the Bay including pricing information and our favorite spots!
In recent years, Lake Tahoe has become a popular ski destination, and rightly so!
San Francisco is our backyard, but it’s rare for us to play tourist in our own town.
The Maldives is an incredible country and should 100% be at the top of your bucket list right now.
Max and I were invited to experience the brand new Spa at the Silver Legacy in Reno
Landing in the seaplane at the Niyama dock was like stepping onto the movie set of Avatar.
When I reflect on our stay at Milaidhoo, the only thing that pops into my mind is the word: perfection.
If you’ve ever been to Singapore, you’ve probably stayed in one of the many mega hotels that tower over one another in downtown.
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Before you make any judgments about what you think you know about Reno, know this: Reno is amazing!
I’ve been to Cabo a lot this year and stayed at some spectacular properties, all of which have been all-inclusive up until this point.
Did you know that over 5 million people a year visit Zion National Park?
Have you ever been “glamping”? Well, I had not and I had no idea what to expect.
There is no question that the Bellagio is one of the most grandiose and beautiful hotels on the Las Vegas Strip.
In the last few months, I have had the opportunity to stay in both the Aria Tower Suites and Aria Sky Suites.
All-inclusive hotels usually get a bad rap: “meh” food, weak drinks and drunk people everywhere.
If you’re a World of Hyatt member and you’re looking to maximize your Hyatt points, the Hyatt Ziva
Welcome to the Towers at Pacifica, a beautiful hotel-within-a-hotel at the Pueblo Bonito Pacifica.
In this hotel review, we will tell you everything we love about the stunning Le Blanc Spa Resort in Cabo.
Cold, crisp air conditioning and the fresh scent of vanilla flow over you as you step out of the luxurious suburban
I was so so excited to experience this brand new “hotel within a hotel” and it did not disappoint.
Welcome to El Mangroove, truly the grooviest property in Northern Costa Rica.
Two hours along winding mountain roads from the capital city of San Jose, lies a jungle oasis
We're so excited to present the Andaz Papagayo in Costa Rica- a true gem along the coast.
Of all the properties we have stayed at this year, I can accurately say that this one was the most overwhelmingly positive surprises
Arriving at El Mangroove was like entering into my favorite Spotify ‘beach chill’ playlist.
Max and I are not your “typical” Vegas-goers: we don’t really gamble and we don’t usually party until dawn
When most people hear about Reno, they think of one thing: gambling. As someone who doesn’t gamble
We recently got back from French Polynesia and I can truthfully say that it was the most incredible country
Upon entering the grounds at the Sofitel, we were immediately greeted with with fresh juice,
Booking travel can be a total fiasco, especially when prices are concerned. You just never know
As some of you know, Max and I are huge skiers. We live for winter and LOVE ski-in-ski-out hotels
I recently became Marriott Gold, in large part thanks to my American Express Platinum (learn how in our e-book).
Ten years ago, I stayed at Shutters on The Beach in Santa Monica when I was looking at colleges
Las Vegas is one of those places where you know that you’re getting a great value for your money
I’m headed to Vegas this week so in the spirit of the desert gem, I wanted to share my favorite shows!
I am definitely what you would consider a spa freak. For me, the spa is a beautiful retreat
A few years ago, we spent a week in Puerto Rico exploring a Caribbean island I didn’t know too much about.
Not that you need an excuse to visit a country full of amazing shopping, culture and stunning beauty
To preface this, I planned a surprise birthday weekend trip from San Francisco to Las Vegas for my fiancé