ADIOS COZUMEL

Hola !

Como estas? Just got back from Mexico's largest island, Cozumel, a beautiful island with a balance mix of cosmopolitan restaurants, hotels and shops set amidst astounding natural beauty.
It is famous for its superb scuba diving,the Mayan Ruins Tulum and also as a cruise ship destination where stylish amenities are offered in a simple island atmosphere. We spent our day walking in the heart of downtown Cozumel, San Miguel, sipping on margaritas and trying to catch some AC whenever we walk by the store.
San Miguel, has a laid back elegance combining the charming remnants of colonial Mexico with the conveniences of modern life. It can get a little repetitive of shops along the shopping strips, but enjoy it anyways. And if you are too bored to shop around,don't worry, there are tons of activities to do in Cozumel! But make sure you sign up early before the excursions sold out/too late.It was a short day in Mexico for me, but good enough to make me wanna come back soon! 

Adios,
Vivienne 

GRAND CAYMAN LOVE LETTER

Dear readers,

Savoring every last bit of summer that’s left, here’s a little Caribbean-inspired summer vacation in Grand Cayman Island. From finding a spot under the trees for a picnic at Seven Mile Beach to finding exotic local boutiques in Georgetown, Whatever you ended up doing, you will find that the Cayman Island is the ultimate Caribbean destination and the epitome of an island getaway vacation. Voted one of the best beaches in the Caribbean Island years after years- 7 mile beach, there is nothing else better than spending your day peeking beneath the sea, sun-bathing on the sugary sand and collecting seashells to bring home some nautical home décor. Life is a beach , It is That simple.

Love all the way from the Cayman Island,
Vivienne

POSTCARDS FROM BALI

Bali is like no other place because...

Whether you are looking for complete relaxation, exquisite dining, or exciting nightlife, Bali has it all. This place is enriched with Balinese cultural fill with beautiful landscape and tropical smells at every corner. Everywhere you turn there’s a visual coconut tree, green mountains and turquoise sea, while your nose fills with a huge blast of exotic floral. It is a paradise. 

When first get to Bali…

Get spoiled from sun bathing from the pool and the sea, discover the nature that makes us beautiful. Bali often rated as one of the most beautiful beaches in Asia, The very first thing I did when I arrived was drop my jaw and stare at the insane view of the sea. 

Where to stay...

We stayed at the Legian Bali Hotel which is on Legian beach located between Seminyak and Kuta Beach. We choose to stay in Legian area which is about 2-3miles away from the hustle bustle and main touristy spot in Kuta.  It is such a wonderful beachfront resort with beautiful gardens and large pool. Legian is the perfect place to stop to watch the sun fade over the Indian Ocean topped with a bottle of Bali Bintang also known as the Indonesian Beer.

When in Bali, you must...

Take a trip to Ubud to get your souvenirs shopping done. Shopping at the traditional market gave you a local flavor and there are lots of places to eat and shop. Ubud is famous for its arts and crafts and you can get some really beautiful pieces to take home.  Splurge yourself with a beautifully handmade batik!

When in Bali, get local...

Eat crazy looking fruits! You can get all kinds of tropical fruits from Rambutan, mangoesteen, mango, durians, jackfruits and many more! Of course, there are fresh coconuts drinks everywhere!

When in Bali, my safety tips…

Beware of sketchy money exchange area that offers high exchange rates that is too good to be true. They usually exchange in really small bills so it looks like a big fat stacks. I watched them count Rupiah in front of my eyes and it was short about $100 less when I counted. I asked for the USD back and they do not seem very nice about it. The Balinese called them the “magic trick”. 

Lesson learned.