Tagged: Beach Destination

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Eden Roc Cap Cana, Dominican Republic
Dominican Republic

Eden Roc Cap Cana, Dominican Republic

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / RELAIS CHATEAUX / RELAXATION

It has been Max and my dream to stay at the Eden Roc Cap Cana for several years and it finally happened. During our extended stay in the Dominican Republic, we had the opportunity to spend a few nights in this tropical paradise — and it didn't disappoint.

Video Review: The Residence Maldives
Maldives

Video Review: The Residence Maldives

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION

The Residence Falhumaafushi is situated in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll in the south of the Maldives. A 45-minute domestic flight from Male and a boat ride away!

Travel Video: Top 3 Things You Need to Do in Moorea
French Polynesia

Travel Video: Top 3 Things You Need to Do in Moorea

ACTIVITIES / ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / REMOTE ISLAND / TRAVEL TIPS

Moorea is our favorite place in the entire world — just 20 minutes by ferry from Tahiti, this spectacular island paradise offers overwater bungalows, stunning beaches, and incredible activities at half the price of Bora Bora.

Travel Video: Yasawa Island Resort & Spa
Fiji

Travel Video: Yasawa Island Resort & Spa

ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / ECO FRIENDLY / FIJI / FULL BOARD / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / LUXURY HOTEL

Yasawa Island Resort is so unique that we wanted to share a play by play experience so you can see what it's like to experience the tropical paradise as if you were there yourself!

Hotel Review: Heritance Aarah, Maldives – All Inclusive
Maldives

Hotel Review: Heritance Aarah, Maldives – All Inclusive

ALL INCLUSIVE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / LUXURY HOTEL / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

There are few things as magical as the piercing blues of the Maldives. Heritance Aarah is positioned on a spectacular island in the busy Raa Atoll, home to seemingly endless resorts.

Travel Video: Top 3 Things You Need to Do in Tahiti
French Polynesia

Travel Video: Top 3 Things You Need to Do in Tahiti

ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / TRAVEL TIPS

Welcome to Tahiti! The beautiful main island of Tahiti is full of adventure, shopping and kind people. While many people treat Tahiti like a layover to other islands, we're here to tell you that there is SO much to explore on this beautiful island.

Hotel Review: THE Residence Maldives
Maldives

Hotel Review: THE Residence Maldives

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / LUXURY HOTEL / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND / SPA

The Residence Falhumaafushi is situated in the Gaafu Alifu Atoll in the south of the Maldives. A 45-minute domestic flight from Male and a boat ride will get you to the expansive island, connected via the longest bridge in the Maldives to its sister property, The Residence Dhigurah.

Travel Video: Top 5 Things You Need to Do in Miami
Florida

Travel Video: Top 5 Things You Need to Do in Miami

ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / FOODIE / TRAVEL TIPS

Welcome to Miami, an incredibly vibrant city with more than just clubs and bars! Diverse neighborhoods, incredible beachfront and epic cuisine make Miami the perfect weekend getaway for anyone looking for sun, adventure and good food.

Hotel Review: Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort For The Second Time
French Polynesia

Hotel Review: Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort For The Second Time

ACCORHOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / LUXURY HOTEL / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

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 on another media stay. Things didn't go quite as expected, so read on to find out more about our experience.

Video Review: Barcelo Aruba
Aruba

Video Review: Barcelo Aruba

ADVENTURE / ALL INCLUSIVE / BARCELO HOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / RELAXATION

Who doesn't love expansive beaches and over 300 days of sunshine a year? Aruba is home to endless

Hotel Review: Ia Ora Beach Resort by Sofitel, Tahiti
French Polynesia

Hotel Review: Ia Ora Beach Resort by Sofitel, Tahiti

ACCORHOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / LUXURY HOTEL / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

The main island of Tahiti is an often overlooked, but incredibly special destination. We had the opportunity to stay at the newly converted Ia Ora Beach Resort, now managed by Sofitel.

Hotel Review: Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort Tahiti
French Polynesia

Hotel Review: Tahiti Pearl Beach Resort Tahiti

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

French Polynesia is truly one of the most spectacular places in the world when it comes to landscape, people and culture. We were so excited to work with theTahiti Pearl Beach Resort to get to experience the beauty of the black sand beaches just north of Papeete.

Hotel Review: Barcelo Aruba
Aruba

Hotel Review: Barcelo Aruba

ALL INCLUSIVE / BARCELO HOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / HOTEL REVIEW / RELAXATION

We were hosted at the Barcelo Aruba on Palm Beach for a long weekend — endless blue water, a massive Royal Level suite and stand-out service, let down only by the dining.

Le Blanc Los Cabos — Second Visit: Was it the same?
Mexico

Le Blanc Los Cabos — Second Visit: Was it the same?

ALL INCLUSIVE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BUTLER SERVICE / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / HOTEL REVIEW / LUXURY HOTEL / RELAXATION / SPA

We returned to Le Blanc Spa Resort in Los Cabos one year after our first stay to see if the hotel could maintain its remarkably high standards — here are all the highlights, lowlights, and updates.

Travel Video: Top 3 Things You Need to Do in Aruba
Aruba

Travel Video: Top 3 Things You Need to Do in Aruba

ACTIVITIES / ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / TRAVEL TIPS

Welcome to Aruba, a beautiful destination that completely won our hearts! There are so many things to figure out when you're planning a trip to Aruba: from crazy adventure activities to lounging on perfectly white sand- how do you pick?

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos versus Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta
Mexico

Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos versus Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta

ALL INCLUSIVE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HOTEL REVIEW / HYATT HOTELS

We've stayed at both the Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos and Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta — here's how they stack up across location, rooms, dining, and more so you can decide which is right for you.

Hotel Review: Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Mexico

Hotel Review: Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

ALL INCLUSIVE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HYATT HOTELS / RELAXATION

Having spent a lot of time in Cancun and Cabo, Max and I were excited to try a new Mexican destination, Puerto Vallarta. We had heard that Puerto Vallarta is reminiscent of the Amalfi Coast, with its winding roads and colonial style homes dotting the cliffs.

Top 5 Aruba Adventures
Aruba

Top 5 Aruba Adventures

ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / ENTERTAINMENT / TOP 5

Aruba is an incredible island with endless white, sandy beaches, epic water sports and desert landscapes. Here's our take at everything you need to do and see while you're in Aruba.

Hotel Review: Serenity Island
Fiji

Hotel Review: Serenity Island

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

We booked Serenity Island the day we left for Fiji and were absolutely stunned — a private-island gem with incredible staff and beachfront bungalows.

Hotel Review: Lux South Ari Atoll, Maldives
Maldives

Hotel Review: Lux South Ari Atoll, Maldives

ALL INCLUSIVE OPTION / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / FULL BOARD / LUXURY HOTEL / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

Lux South Ari Atoll was our third and final stop in the Maldives as well as our longest hotel stay. We were ready to unpack our bags and explore a new island for 5 nights before the long journey back to the US.

Hotel Review: Yasawa Island Resort
Fiji

Hotel Review: Yasawa Island Resort

ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / ECO FRIENDLY / LUXURY HOTEL / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

Entering Yasawa Island Resort has got to be one of the most unique experiences we’ve had to date. We were picked up at the Domestic terminal at the airport in Nadi and taken to the Island Hoppers lounge offsite.

Video Review: Yasawa Island Resort & Spa, Fiji
Fiji

Video Review: Yasawa Island Resort & Spa, Fiji

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / FIJI / FULL BOARD / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

Ever landed on a grass airstrip in the middle of nowhere? See what it's like in our review of Yasawa Island Resort & Spa in Fiji.

Video Review: Milaidhoo Maldives
Maldives

Video Review: Milaidhoo Maldives

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / BUTLER SERVICE / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / MALDIVES / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

Looking for a the ultimate luxury getaway in the Maldives? Look no further than the spectacular Milaidhoo.

5 Things to Know Before You Go: Maldives
Maldives

5 Things to Know Before You Go: Maldives

BEACH DESTINATION / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / SAFETY SECURITY / TOP 5 / TRAVEL BOOKING / TRAVEL TIPS

The Maldives is an incredible country and should 100% be at the top of your bucket list right now. Here are five things we wished we had known before our trip.

Hotel Review: Niyama Private Islands Maldives
Maldives

Hotel Review: Niyama Private Islands Maldives

ANANTARA HOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / LUXURY HOTEL / MINOR HOTELS / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

Landing in the seaplane at the Niyama dock was like stepping onto the movie set of Avatar. The teal blue water extended as far as the eye could see and in the middle of that teal were the lush islands of Niyama Private Islands.

Hotel Review: Milaidhoo Island Maldives
Maldives

Hotel Review: Milaidhoo Island Maldives

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / BUTLER SERVICE / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / LUXURY HOTEL / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

When I reflect on our stay at Milaidhoo, the only thing that pops into my mind is the word: *perfection*. I cannot recall the last time I stayed at a hotel and literally everything went right.

Hotel Review: Casa Dorada, Los Cabos
Mexico

Hotel Review: Casa Dorada, Los Cabos

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HOTEL REVIEW / RELAXATION

Casa Dorada sits on Medano Beach — one of the only swimming beaches in Cabo — with large rooms and beachfront service that make up for some front-desk friction.

Hotel Review: Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos
Mexico

Hotel Review: Hyatt Ziva Los Cabos

ALL INCLUSIVE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HYATT HOTELS / RELAXATION

If you’re a World of Hyatt member and you’re looking to maximize your Hyatt points, the Hyatt Ziva is arguably the best value out there. We booked this room last minute, using our **Hyatt Chase card** and 20,000 points per night.

Hotel Review: Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos, All-Inclusive Adults Only
Mexico

Hotel Review: Le Blanc Spa Resort Los Cabos, All-Inclusive Adults Only

BEACH DESTINATION / BUTLER SERVICE / LUXURY HOTEL / RELAXATION / SPA RESORT

Cold, crisp air conditioning and the fresh scent of vanilla flow over you as you step out of the luxurious suburban into the magnificent lobby. A soft, warm pillow is placed around your neck and you’re greeted with a delicious coconut beverage.

Hotel Review: Towers at Pacifica, Pueblo Bonito, Los Cabos
Mexico

Hotel Review: Towers at Pacifica, Pueblo Bonito, Los Cabos

BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BUTLER SERVICE / RELAXATION / SPA RESORT

I was so so excited to experience this brand new “hotel within a hotel” and it did not disappoint. Stepping out of the SUV, we were handed deliciously cold cherry mojitos and welcomed into paradise.

Hotel Review: Andaz Papagayo, Costa Rica
Costa Rica

Hotel Review: Andaz Papagayo, Costa Rica

ADVENTURE / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HYATT HOTELS / RELAXATION

Of all the properties we stayed at this year, the Andaz Papagayo was the most overwhelmingly positive surprise — an open-air sanctuary on the gated Peninsula Papagayo where every staff member welcomed us home.

Hotel Review: El Mangroove, Costa Rica
Costa Rica

Hotel Review: El Mangroove, Costa Rica

AUTOGRAPH HOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / BOUTIQUE HOTEL / MARRIOTT / RELAXATION

Arriving at El Mangroove was like entering my favorite beach-chill playlist — a stylish boutique hotel tucked into the mangroves with incredible service and unbeatable vibes.

Hotel Review: Sofitel Ia Ora Beach Resort, Moorea
French Polynesia

Hotel Review: Sofitel Ia Ora Beach Resort, Moorea

ACCORHOTELS / BEACH DESTINATION / BEACHFRONT / HONEYMOON DESTINATION / OVERWATER HUTS / RELAXATION / REMOTE ISLAND

Upon entering the grounds at the Sofitel, we were immediately greeted with with fresh juice, tiare-scented cold towels and the traditional flower necklaces…and let me tell you, it was fabulous. In 85 humid degrees, there’s nothing better than a cold drink and a very cold towel.