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Sri Lanka Guide

Sri Lanka Travel 101: When is the Best Time to Visit Sri Lanka?

By Villa Finder Editorial team

The weather of a particular destination is one of the most critical factors the will affect the entirety of your travel plans. It’s a good sign that you’re taking notes of when’s the best time to visit Sri Lanka. This sets you off on the right foot in planning your ultimate tropical getaway! The thing is, Sri Lanka is actually a year-round destination, and that’s the beauty that caps off this stunning tropical island. You can spend a sunny holiday here anytime, so long as you know where to go at a specific time of the year. Understanding Sri Lanka’s Two Monsoon Seasons First off, let’s get you familiarised with the island’s monsoon seasons—the southwest monsoon a.k.a. Yala monsoon and the northeast monsoon a.k.a. Maha monsoon. Yala monsoon: rains in the southwest of Sri Lanka between May and September. The wettest months are May and June. In this region, dry season…

Bali Guide

Chocolate in Seminyak: Your guide for a Chocolate Holiday in Bali

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

For the chocolate addicts and all of the families with kids coming to Bali, it is of utter importance to know that this very island is home to several amazing cocoa farms and chocolate factories. These are the places where chocolate is grown and handcrafted by local chocolate artisans. Moreover, you can visit these chocolate paradises of Bali with day-trips from Seminyak, learning all about the process from cocoa bean to chocolate bar. You can even make your own chocolate, munch a whole lot of it and take some home with you to enjoy later back at your private villa in Seminyak. This article is all about where to go for the best chocolate in Seminyak and where to take those tours. Find out now! Balinese Chocolate Credit: Pod Chocolate Indonesia is one of the world’s top cocoa producers after Ghana and the Ivory Coast. However, all of the cacao is…

Bali Inspiration

Get Radically Inspired by Rosie Acosta

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Rosie is the founder of Radically Loved, as well as a Certified Nutritionist, Wellness Consultant, Holistic Health Coach, Yoga Teacher and Yoga Teacher Trainer! Bali has been on her wish list of places to visit and she recently got to experience it for the first time with a group of amazing people during a Yoga and Meditation retreat at one of our villas. We caught up with Rosie to tell us more about her retreat and why Bali has a special spot in her heart. How did you get into yoga and teaching yoga? I was trying to get on the health train and was training for a marathon. My coach suggested I do Yoga to cross train and voila! One class and I was hooked…to the physical aspect anyway. It took about 3-4 years for the practice to actually take root in my being. Once that happened I started practicing with a different…

Mauritius Guide

Travellers Guide: Tourist-friendly hospitals in Mauritius

By yuko

Healthcare in Mauritius Healthcare is free for the locals. If you don’t have a Mauritian residency, you will need to pay for medical services. Mauritius offers public and private hospitals, which are referred to as ‘clinics’ on the island. The good news is that most of these private hospitals are found in the coastal regions of Mauritius, not far from the majority of tourist areas. Some clinics, such as the Clinique du Nord directly overlooks the beach and offers you a private veranda in front of your room where you can relax and recuperate on your very own stretch of sand. It’s also good to know that all major hotels on the island do provide an on-site doctor. Moreover, several doctors are willing to come directly to your house, hotel or villa. Because of the affordable price tag, plastic surgery and dental work are also in high demand among tourists…

Mauritius Guide

Le Guide des voyageurs: Hôpitaux touristiques à Maurice

By yuko

La Santé à l’Ile Maurice A l’Ile Maurice, les soins de santé sont gratuits pour les habitants. Cependant, vous devrez payer pour les services médicaux si vous n’avez pas de résidence mauricienne. L’île Maurice propose des hôpitaux publics et privés, appelés «cliniques» sur l’île. La bonne nouvelle est que la plupart de ces hôpitaux privés se situent dans les régions côtières de Maurice, non loin de la majorité des zones touristiques. Certaines cliniques, comme la Clinique du Nord, donnent directement sur la plage et vous offrent une véranda privée devant votre chambre. Vous pourrez ainsi vous détendre et récupérer sur votre propre étendue de sable. Il est également bien de savoir que tous les grands hôtels de l’île offrent un médecin sur place. En outre, plusieurs médecins sont disposés à venir directement à votre maison, hôtel ou villa. En raison du prix abordable, la chirurgie plastique et les soins dentaires…

Mauritius Guide

Family-friendly Accommodation in Mauritius

By yuko

While Mauritius is one of the world’s smallest islands, it is bustling with culture, charm and the type of scenery that never fails to take your breath away. Thus, this sun-kissed island is one of the most popular destinations for family holidays. Luckily enough, there are plenty of family-friendly accommodation in Mauritius for you to choose. Bur Nas Beach Resort This self-catering holiday apartment is in Peyrebere, a village in the north of Mauritius. The location is superb as the resort is only 10 minutes from the beach. It’s also next to a supermarket, in case you need any last-minute items. This resort has a large swimming pool and waterfall, something that the kids will undoubtedly appreciate. Additionally, it is close to the bustling town of Grand Baie, where families can enjoy the lively Mauritian nightlife. Restaurants, bowling, cinemas, shopping, ice cream, you will find them all in Grand Baie.…

Mauritius Guide

5 Best budget accommodations in Mauritius

By yuko

Bursting with culture, charm and picturesque scenery, Mauritius has everything to accommodate tourists from all over the world. While it is mainly famous for its luxurious and internationally reputed hotels, Mauritius can also cater to travellers who are on a tight budget. Indeed, the island has plenty of cheaper options. Check out some our round-up of cheap accommodations in Mauritius below! 1. Tyvabro Guesthouse Extremely budget-friendly and comfortable, the Tyvabro Guesthouse is about 7km from the airport. It is quite close to Blue Bay, one of Mauritius’ most scenic beaches. The guesthouse is also close to Mahebourg, a fisherman village where you can buy fresh seafood. This village is also excellent for shopping for souvenirs and other types of local delicacies. Tyvabro Guesthouse is within walking distance to all the major public amenities such as the famous Mahebourg waterfront, bus terminal, shops, banks, markets and restaurants. With a family atmosphere,…

Koh Samui Guide

Koh Samui transportation: All You Need to Know to Get Around Samui

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Unlike other popular tourist destinations in Thailand, Koh Samui doesn’t have tuk-tuks or a formal public bus service. But getting around the island won’t be an issue, thanks to a variety of transport options available. Check out our Koh Samui transportation guide below. We’ll share all about your options, along with essential tips, average fares, and details of transport providers! How to get from Koh Samui Airport to your accommodation If you want the easiest start to your holiday, sort out your airport transfer before you land. Koh Samui Airport has a transportation counter in the arrivals area, so it is easy enough to arrange a ride on the spot, but pre-booking is still the least stressful option, especially if you are arriving with children, lots of luggage or a group. You will usually have three main choices from the airport: a private car, a private minivan or a shared…

Bali Inspiration

Nyaman Gallery

By Villa Finder Editorial team

‘Nyaman’ means cozy or comfortable in Indonesian. Art just doesn’t happen, you never know when the muse will strike. Therefore, artists needs to feel ‘nyaman’ and not racing against time in order to get their creative juices flowing. And French owner of Nyaman Gallery, Melvine Amar, embraces this idea when she opened the gallery back in 2015 on Valentine’s day. Before arriving in Bali, Melvine managed exhibitions in France and New York, but she was never fond of all the pomp and ceremony surrounding these galleries. So when she opened Nyaman Gallery, she brought with it a clear sense of humility, a trait she shares with her artists. “The gallery is not commercial,” says Melvine. “I want to allow artists to follow their inspiration”. And the result is quite unique. Nyaman Gallery features an eclectic range of artworks, from street art and urban photography, to traditional sculptures, and enchanting glass…

Mauritius Guide

Les logements accessibles aux fauteuils roulants sur l’île

By yuko

Réputée pour sa verdure luxuriante, ses palmiers et bien sûr ses plages immaculées, l’île Maurice est sans aucun doute l’une des destinations touristiques les plus pittoresques et prisées du monde. Et aspect très important, l’île s’adapte facilement aux besoins des visiteurs qui sont en fauteuil roulant. En effet, la grande majorité des logements à l’île Maurice sont équipés de rampes, vous permettant ainsi de vous déplacer plus facilement. Sofitel Ile Maurice Situé sur la côte sud de l’île, Le Sofitel Île Maurice plonge ses clients dans le coeur de la nature et de l’architecture mauricienne. Élégant et apaisant, ce Sofitel propose différents types de chambres telles que ses célèbres “Chambres Lushury”, “Suites de plage” et “Beach Suites”. Celles-ci sont toutes accessibles en fauteuils roulants cependant si vous le désirez, vous pouvez aussi bénéficier d’une des villas de la structure. Surplombant le lagon turquoise de l’océan Indien, les villas offrent beaucoup plus…