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Let’s Hit the Beach! The Best Beaches in Ibiza for a wonderful holiday

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Ibiza is a beautiful rugged island surrounded by gorgeous beaches and bays. There are long sandy beaches with clubs and watersports and there are remote rocky beaches and unspoiled coves. Ibiza is the perfect beach destination! North, west, south or east, all places come with a wide range of gorgeous beaches. This is our Ibiza Beach Guide. Ibiza Beach Guide Ibiza has over 80 beaches and all of them are beautiful. Go find out what is your favourite beach and do let us know. We love to hear all about it! Out of 80 beaches, we can only highlight a few of them. Here’s what we think are some of the best beaches in Ibiza: Talamanca Beach Credit: Oleg Sidorenko on Flickr Talamanca Beach is the closest beach to Ibiza Town. This long curvy beach is not bad at all for a city beach. Wooden boardwalks are placed on the…

See & Do

11 Best Things to Do in Ibiza for a Fun Island Holiday

By Villa Finder Editorial team

So you are travelling to Ibiza this year and you’re wondering about things to do in Ibiza? You came to the right place! Ibiza is known as a party island but there is so much more to Ibiza than that. Yes, there are the famous supper clubs and beach parties but there are also beautiful pine forests, Unesco World Heritage sites, secret beaches and hidden bays. Paradise island: a guide to things to do in Ibiza We’ve got 3 words for Ibiza: paradise on earth. So boys & girls, ladies & gents… welcome to Paradise! Ibiza is a wonderous, beautiful island thrilling adventurers, partygoers, nature freaks, culture seekers and villa lovers. The island has buzzing towns for those seeking entertainment and nightlife but also quiet places to retreat in nature and forget about everything for a little while. The perfect destination for a memorable holiday with an superb mix of…

Chiang Mai Guide

13 Things to do in Chiang Mai

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Also known as ‘the rose of the north’, Chiang Mai is a beautiful walled city in the northern part of Thailand, surrounded by hill tribes, rainforest and mountains. This sprawling city was founded 7 centuries ago and for a long time, Chiang Mai was the capital of the Lanna Kingdom, home to 300 temples. Today, Chiang Mai still is the cultural centre in all of Thailand. The ambience is laid-back and easy-going and the surrounding nature is stunningly beautiful! The temperature is pleasant, much cooler than in the south of Thailand and there are plenty of things to experience, see and do in and around Chiang Mai. Is your trip leading you up to the north of Thailand? Good on you! Check out these amazing things to do in Chiang Mai: 1. Cafe scenes: Find out what everybody loves about Chiang Mai Chiang Mai has got a real friendly atmosphere…

Mauritius Activities

7 Best Beach clubs in Mauritius for all-night happy time

By yuko

Updated: February 2025 Surrounded by lagoons of sparkling turquoise blue, Mauritius has the distinct advantage of placing you close to the sea. If there’s one other thing that Mauritius is known for, it’s undoubtedly the vibrant nightlife that the island offers. Anyone who’s been here can confirm that the island bursts into life after sundown. If you would like to seamlessly blend Mauritius’ lively nightclubs with its pristine beaches, here are 7 best beach clubs on the island: 1. Banana Beach Club Located in Grand Baie, one of the most animated tourist hubs on the island, Banana Beach Club attracts hoards of visitors from all over the island. Located right opposite the public beach of Grand Baie, this club is so packed that it’s recommended to show up before 10 pm or at the very least, reserve a table. With an open-air seating, rustic wrought-iron furnishings, live music and delectable handcrafted cocktails,…

Destination Guide

Great fun adventures in Koh Samui: 4 must-do activities

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Are you ready for some adventure on the gorgeous island of Samui in the Gulf of Thailand? No matter how much we love to laze on the beach or swim in the pool of our private villa, at some point we all need a little bit of adventure for that holiday excitement. From jungle treks to waterfalls, treetops flights and sea kayaking at amazing places, these are 5 must-do activities in Koh Samui. Na Muang Waterfalls in Koh Samui. Photo credit: melanieh_87 on Instagram Nature lovers: jungle escape to Na Muang Waterfalls Are you ready to venture off into the jungle to discover waterfalls and natural spring pools? Of course, you are! Any nature lover would agree that The Na Muang Waterfalls are a great change of scenery from the pristine coastline. There you’ll find natural spring pools to swim in and like a tropical dream, be surrounded by lush…

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“Open Sesame” to discounts and offers at the best Bali restaurants and spas

By Villa Finder Editorial team

“What’s for lunch?”, “Where should we go for dinner?” “Is it family-friendly?” Sound familiar? These questions don’t just haunt you when your stomach starts to rumble or when it’s your turn to pick a spot for a family lunch, they are relentless and creep into your holiday even when it’s clear there are about 10 restaurants on the street to choose from. If you ask us, it’s especially harder when restaurants in destinations like Bali have been extensively reviewed and photographed through everyone’s favourite FOMO app, Instagram. There’s a secret to selecting the best restaurant or spa experience in Bali that doesn’t need too much googling or jumping on trip advisor to research and read reviews- just ask a local, and that’s what we did! We asked our local friends in Bali and most importantly, we asked ourselves. The Villa Finder team live and breathe the Bali life so are…

Destination Guide

The best beachfront villas in Sri Lanka

By Villa Finder Editorial team

A teardrop-shaped island rising majestically in the middle of the Laccadive Sea, Sri Lanka packs in a delightful medley of laidback and thrilling adventures. If you’re considering your first trip to this sun-kissed island and know you want to wake up to the sound of waves crashing on the beach, read on for our guide of the best hand-picked beachfront villas (for moderate to luxury budgets) and what to do around the area! source: TTG Asia Nestled off the coast of India’s south-eastern coast, Sri Lanka is known for its inviting beaches, diverse culture and rich canopies of thick foliage perfect for hiking. Whether you feel like lying on a beach with a Toddy Tapper’s Punch- the local cocktail, or traipsing through the jungle in search of a hidden waterfall or embarking on a scenic rail adventure, there’s no denying that this island has something for just about everybody. Mirissa…

Destination Guide

Pattaya vs Hua Hin – The Better Choice for Families

By Sekar Arum Yanvi

Still looking for that perfect place to spend a relaxing beach holiday with the family? Thailand is great! Exotic, colourful, tropical and home to some of the best beaches in the world. You can stay at splendid private pool villas, do lots of fun things and see beautiful places. The next question is – where in Thailand are you going to spend this family beach holiday? Is it going to be the vibrant and exciting beach city Pattaya or Thailand’s original resort beach town Hua Hin? To see which of these 2 fabulous holiday destinations is best for you, let’s zoom in a little and do some comparisons. This is Pattaya vs Hua Hin for families. Pattaya vs Hua Hin Pattaya: where the city meets the sea Hua Hin train station. Photo credit: Ian Gratton on Flickr Pattaya is a major tourist hub famous for beach fun, nightlife, shopping and…

Bali Activities

Uluwatu Travel Guide for Families: The Best Recommendation to Unwind with Your Crew

By Villa Finder Editorial team

Beach fun, surfing, sunsets, playtime, music, monkeys, food, and cultural experiences – you’ll find it all in Uluwatu. Upcoming, trendy and yet incredibly laid-back and fun-loving, Uluwatu is located in the southern tip of Bali (the little tip at the end when looking at a map of Bali Island). From the airport, it’s about 30-45 minutes away and is home to one gorgeous white sand beach after another – the very best on the island! A great place for a memorable family getaway in Bali. Why Uluwatu Is Great for a Bali Family Holiday Uluwatu works beautifully for families because it offers the part of Bali many parents secretly hope for: beaches that feel special, plenty of fresh air, slower mornings, and enough good food and easy activities to keep everyone happy without turning the trip into a military operation. It feels scenic and memorable, but it can also be…

Bali Activities

The Best Gili Island for Families

By Villa Finder Editorial team

White sandy bays, the tranquillity of an island, sea turtles and sunshine, it’s easy to see why “The Gilis” are perfect for family holidays. With three islands to choose from though, we know it’s better to be armed with enough information (and photos!) to decide which one of 3 little Gili Islands is the best for an island getaway with the kids? The word “gili” translates to “island’ and there are countless islands in the Indonesian Archipelago. However, when referring to ‘The Gili Islands’, we mean 3 specific islands located just off-shore from Lombok and just a short boat ride from Bali: Gili Trawangan, Gili Meno and Gili Air. These pristine little tropical islands are tiny paradises without motorbikes, cars and any other forms of motorizes traffic. It is truly idyllic. The Best Gili Island for families Well, to be honest, all 3 are great family destinations but to determine…