On my journey from Queenstown to Picton, initially I was planning to stay just for one night and ended up staying for three wonderful days. Janet & Paul are the live-in owners. They have created a very nice, welcoming industrial chic luxury B&B. The Factory is on the … [Read more...]
Pen-y-Bryn lodge B&B – Oamaru, New Zealand
It has been a long time ago I stepped into a bed and found two hot water bottles to keep me warm. That is what happened to me in this beautifully restored B&B house from 1889. James & James are the owners and are running a charming house with 5 bedrooms, a games room with … [Read more...]
How a luxury hotel should be, the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hotel – Hanoi, Vietnam
Having stayed here only 24 hours, it was well worth it every minute. And every cent! This is one of those hotels with the look, feel, comfort, services and facilities I love. In touch with … [Read more...]
My kind of beach – Hoi An, Vietnam
Avoid the mass concrete hotels and resorts in Da Nang and after flying in at the convenient modern airport, go as fast as possible to Hoi An and stay at the Victoria Beach Resort and book a room at the beach front. That is if you like a stretch of over 40km of uninterrupted … [Read more...]
Qurious travel bits on – Siem Reap, Cambodia
SIEM REAP Call this Tuk Tuk guy, speaks reasonable English and knows Angkor and city well. His mobile number is: 092501691. He can also take you around to your places to eat, markets, etc. I forgot his name.. Make sure to step in Blue Pumpkin: great ice cream and espresso … [Read more...]