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Cast Away on the Private Island of Sumilon, Philippines

fter three weeks of traveling around the Philippines, we simply wanted to kick back for a few days in Crusoe-esque splendor – and on Sumilon Island we did just that. Located 10 km from Cebu island, it might be just a hop away from civilization but it sure felt like a world apart. Landing on [...]

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Our Home for the Week: Beach Bungalow at Dumaguete, Philippines

For the past week, our days consisted of diving in the mornings, swinging in a hammock in the afternoons and working hard on our laptops while sipping sundowners by night. We had found the perfect setting for our location independent lifestyle: Dumaguete on Negros island lies miles away from the tourist trail. Besides quiet beaches, [...]

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Photoblog: Green Fields and Chocolate Hills of Bohol, Philippines

Out of the five islands we’ve visited in the Philippines so far, Bohol has got to be our favorite. While it’s one of the most visited islands in the archipelago, it’s hard to deny Bohol’s natural beauty. The isle’s coastline is lined with spearmint-colored beaches while its interior is dotted with rolling chocolate hills and [...]

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8 Things You Might Not Know about Madagascar

Before coming to the Red Island, I knew nothing about Madagascar, except for its quirky lemurs and chameleons (let’s admit it, even that I’d learned from the animation movie). Remote and isolated, Madagascar is a hidden paradise little known to the outside world – making it all the more fascinating …

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Daily Travel Snapshot: Koh Tao, Thailand

A view of Koh Tao from above. This beautiful islet is just a short boat ride away from Koh Samui, Thailand.

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Daily Travel Snapshot: Jeju Island, South Korea

    The stone statue symbol of Jeju Island, South Korea.  

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Daily Travel Snapshot: Jeju Island, South Korea

Emerald green pastures and turquoise sea viewed from above – hiking on Jeju Island, South Korea.

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Daily Travel Snapshot: Lanzarote, Spain

Giant cacti amidst the deserts of Lanzarote island, Spain.

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Top 10 Travel Tips: Crete, Greece

Crete beach cave

This is a sponsored guest post by hotels4u. Crete is an exotic island of outstanding natural beauty which provides a harmonic holiday experience for those looking to escape the dreary hum drum of urban living. The long stretch of coastline is punctuated with various coves, bays and peninsulas, …

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The Undiscovered British Isle: Jersey, UK

Almost 100 miles away from mainland Britain lies a group of gorgeous, sun-kissed islands. The archipelago, known as the Channel Islands, are far south of mainland Britain yet only 14 miles from the coast of Normandy, France. With its location along the French coastline, it’s hard to believe you’re in British …

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Paradise Renewed: Thailand’s Ko Samui

Lamai beach, Ko Samui Thailand

The sea was a shade of aqua blue, the sand pale pearly white and the surrounding foliage a blanket of emerald green. There was silence except for the sound of the lapping waves. I was on the island of Ko Samui and the last thing I had expected to …

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Off the Beaten Path: Hong Kong

Hongkong hiking tour

Today’s sponsored post brings us alittle closer to home, the vibrant, dynamic city of Hong Kong. Riding on a tram to the top of The Peak, catching the Star Ferry across the harbour, gawping at the incredible skyline and shopping at one of the many markets are all must-dos …

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Explore Korea’s nature at the Jeju Olle Walking Festival

Jeju olle trail

Right before me, white sandy beach studded with black volcanic rock run for miles.  This morning, I awoke to the view of the rocky beachfront from my suite at Haevichi Resort and Hotel on the stunning island of Jeju, Korea. I am here to attend the World Trail Conference …

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Hiking in Korea: Jeju Olle Trail

Jeju Island, Korea

Autumn is in full swing here on the beautiful island of Jeju, Korea as dried orange leaves are set against the backdrop of the turquoise sea. I’ve just left the explosive capital city of Seoul to arrive in the calm and tranquility of Jeju. It’s hard to believe I’m …

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World’s 8 Most Enchanting Islands

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It might be the summer wave that’s hitting me hard or the travel plans that I’ve been plotting over the past few weeks, but I can’t seem to get enough of gushing over paradisiacal summer destinations. So if you’re just like me, a dreamer and a summer-reveler, then get your bikini ready as …

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