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Between the earth and the sky … Milo’s home @Balangan .. 

A little while ago I told you about my adventures in the North of Bali, and the very chic and glamorous Viceroy hotel, lost in the middle of the jungle of Ubud…  This time, I went to the South of the Island, for a much more authentic, yet also pleasant, trip by the Indian Ocean… Welcome @Milo’s Home .. I just fell in love with this super …

Romantic getaway in France .. The Clos Saint-Martin 4* @l’ île de Ré ..

A little while before departing for New York, we took advantage of a little getaway in La Rochelle, spending a few days on the Ile de Re, in the very chic and snug Hotel and Spa, “Le Clos Saint-Martin”… I had an instant love for this luxurious, beautiful hotel, cozy and full of character (exactly how I like them.) And so it was, in this …

Luxurious, sumptuous & peaceful in Bali … The Viceroy 5 * @ubud

Ah Bali, Bali … this beautiful, exotic and tropical destination that overwhelms us with its sun-kissed beaches, rice paddies, luxuriant landscapes, wood handicraft and infamous massages … Let’s head North of Bali, to Ubud…. This Indonesian town, perched high up, between rice fields and steep ravines, is much appreciated and frequented by tourists … There is so much worth seeing during a stopover in Ubud:the local craftsmen displaying their work,the  …

# city trip @ Bangkok.. The Shanghai Mansion 4*

Following our Bangkok city trip, exploring in depth Ratchadamri Road and its chic surroundings, we opted for a change of scenery .. A 25 minute taxi ride and here we are in the popular and authentic neighborhood of old Thailand Chinatown .. In the middle of the main street, in lively Chinatown, stands the Shanghai Mansion. This little oriental hotel transports us elegantly back to the Shanghai of the 1930s. A real gem ! Welcome to the Shanghai …

# city trip @ Bangkok .. The Hansar 5 *

Welcome to « Krung Thep mahanakhon amon rattanakosin mahintara ayuthaya mahadilok phop noppharat ratchathani burirom udomratchaniwet mahasathan amon piman awatan sathit sakkathattiya witsanukam prast. » …. otherwise known as Bangkok ;-)!!!!! Bangkok is one of my favorite capitals and is famous for its nightlife and its electric energy which give it so much charm. Love it or hate it, you will definitely have an opinion on it! As soon as …

# tea-time chic in Paris @Fouquet’s

Let’s have a date in the very chic Fouquet’s Barriere hotel and enjoy a well deserved break after walking in so hot and sunny Paris 😉 The famous hotel is located in Avenue George V, just in front of the main Vuitton boutique. We are welcomed to relax and indulge tea time in its green and intimate terrace… On the menu, some delicious home-made small pastries and finger sandwiches … Yummy ! …

# koh lipe , my secret hideaway … Bila beach hotel vs Castaway resort ..

When thinking about Thailand, the first islands to pop out in your mind would be Koh Phi Phi thanks to Leo.. , Koh Lanta, the TV Show reference, the famous Koh Samui or the James bond island, Khao Phing Kan, etc.. But what about the archipelagos of the Southern part of the country, next to the Malaysian’s border, also called the Andaman pearls As you have probably guessed, …

# Travel inspi : cristal waters in the Philippines @Flower Island

If paradise had a name, it would probably be  “Flower island”… This beautiful island surrounded by turquoise water lies a few hours away from Manila, capital of the Philippines. I was lucky enough to spend a few days there.. Now let’s get back in time and share it with you . Welcome to Flower Island Resort On this cute little island, there is only one authentic, small and wooden made …