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The TENT Beachfront Restaurant - Four Visits Review coming

Kya Beach House - Two Nights What a place; the pictures do not do this place justice. The place is enormous and has everything you could want. If it's within your budget, a must-stay place.

Dragon Fly Great new cocktail bar in Koh Samui, serving quality cocktails in great glassware made by an experienced bar team. Well, work a visit for sundowners.

Our favourite beach clubs in Koh Samui. Chi Samui You are in awe of the sensational view and pool when you enter this beautiful establishment through a magnificent wooden door. Karma Beach Club This is the perfect place for lunch or dinner, chill out and relax by the pool, drinking cocktails with friends for an afternoon. Seen Beach Club It opened just after we left; however, our friends still on the island say this is new in place. Nikki Beach We've visited a few times; let's be honest, it's just too far away, and the pricing is too high. However, the themed parties are amazing, especially the white party.

Alter Ego The best gin collection in Pattaya. A small cocktail bar and restaurant and one of the top three dining venues.

Comfort by Harlan - Six Visits One of the top three restaurants in Pattaya, we've eaten here at least six times, go you will not be disappointed.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the Amazon River in Brazil to our wonderful world of family and friends from near, far and with the angels. We wish you the most magical time with your loved ones. May it be filled with love, fun, fabulous food, wine and precious moments. We are sending an extra big cuddle to all our beautiful loved ones who are missing someone special this year; you are in our hearts. It has been a year of adventure, and bucket lists ticked. We started the year with our Serbian family in beautiful Belgrade and a getaway to Kopaonik in a luxury log cabin, followed by a few months exploring Turkey's east coast, then pop back to Serbia to bid our farewells to embark on the celebration of Wayne turning 60. After a quick stopover in Zagreb, Croatia, we were in Paris to make our way to Loire Valley to celebrate a dear friend Jo's 50th in France, and we even snuck in a week in the champagne region Reims. Followed by a month of Canada and the Rockies, and feeling blessed we could spend Wayne's 60th with our dear Lins and Trev in their hometown of Calgary. Next was a three-month expedition cruise from the North to the South Pole and Canada to Argentina. This allowed us to explore Argentina for a month, a quick stopover in Bolivia, before embarking on another few months at sea from Miami to South America and spending Christmas and New Year cruising the Amazon on the incredible Marina with Oceania, another bucket list! Two thousand twenty-two travel moments and highlights. We visited five continents, 17 countries, and 100 destinations. Our highlights were Alaska, Antarctica, Iguazu Falls, Kayaking in Antarctica, Reims, Rocky Mountaineer train trip, landing via a helicopter on a glacier in Alaska, Ice-trekking on and inside a glacier in Argentina, and Panama Canal, to name just a few. 2022 has been a year full of magical moments! We wish everyone a happy holiday, and may you continue chasing your dreams and your 2023 be filled with achieving your goals, hopes and dreams. A special thank you to the team on Marina, Oceania and our dear cruise friends Pip and Dave, who have filled us with joy and made our Christmas unique and fun this year.

KLM - Amsterdam to Vancouver We did our first long-duration flight since 2019 in style, flying business class with KLM from Amsterdam to our new country to explore Canada. The KLM lounge in Amsterdam was a great design, modern, very spacious and ample seating with a beautiful sky lounge including outdoor seating. We had such excellent service; the cabin team are impressive, with plenty of smiles, laughter and great conversations about our five-year journey around the world. Welcomed with champagne, and then the meals were served course by course, and we both savoured the flavours. The presentation was perfect, and we were very impressed with the quality. The selection of wines perfectly matched the food. Sitting back and enjoying a glass of champagne or bloody mary served in beautiful crystal glasses was so lovely. The entertainment selection was excellent too. We had the middle row, which gave both of us easy aisle access, and this was perfect as it allowed us easy access for restroom stops while having those cheeky naps. Our first time flying Business Class with KLM, and we definitely recommend this airline. Thank you, KLM, for the surprise 'Dutch homes' gifts as a souvenir for flying with you; they have been a great addition to our suite in our three-month cruise from Pole to Pole.

La petite remise, station/centre, courtyard with table - One night A clean and modern Airbnb 20-minute walk from the centre of Reims, with impeccable detail, is designed to make your stay effortless. This Airbnb would suit someone who wants an extended stay in Reims, has a car, and wants to explore the region over a weekend. The kitchen is perfect, with a dishwasher and a washing machine. We were disappointed in the location as it was further than we expected from the centre of Reims and didn't provide us with the vibe of the champagne region, think being surrounded by buildings that are missing their personality and a little grey, Therefore we shortened our stay from five nights to one (forfeiting over 50% of the cost) to find exactly what we had been hoping for, and we did at the Magical Riverboat Airbnb - Reims and so much more. Unfortunately, the Airbnb faces into a courtyard are not very inviting, and the total block-out blinds allow you to get an excellent night's sleep—great wifi and close to the train station. The bathroom has a perfect shower with plenty of hot water. We loved the welcome sign when we entered the Airbnb and the thoughtful decorations, especially the side tables with power sockets and oversized bedroom. Shirley is an absolute pleasure to communicate with and provides many recommendations to enjoy your stay in the beautiful champagne region of France.

Penitentiary at the heart of the City of the Sacred - Three nights We've always wanted to experience a riverboat cruise, and this Airbnb in Reims, France, fulfilled the riverboat part without the constant moving. A significant part of the city of Reims was destroyed in the war, so only the centre of Reims has character and beauty, and we found the outer parts of the city industrial. For those expecting a stay overlooking vines or nature, it's rare, expensive, and not central to the township. This magical Airbnb gives you that experience surrounded by nature and water but tucked away in the city's heart. We wanted loads of greenery and a beautiful crystal clear river whilst still only a five-minute walk to the Notre Dame cathedral. Thank you, Regine, for sharing your magical oasis with the world. The owner Regine is an absolute delight; she is kind, easy to communicate with, and exudes positive, warm energy. She has lovingly restored this riverboat to be a floating home, in the true sense. The sheer size of this boat is impressive; we could have easily stayed for one or two weeks to experience local life in Reims. The riverboat is perfect for a short weekend away or an extended stay to Champagne your way around Champagne. Great facility to self-cater with a fully equipped kitchen; while being so close to the city, your can easily walk and enjoy some mouth-watering French fare. So let's get into the details, the front of the boat is where the main bedroom is located, and it's so large with windows (portholes that open), allowing you to watch all the activities on the river and enjoy the fresh air. Please don't worry; all the portholes on the river bank facing side are frosted, so your privacy is protected. The river-facing side allows you to enjoy the river, occasional rowers, and even present-day river boats still transporting goods. The living area is perfect for catching those afternoon naps after a hard day of Champagne tasting with ample cosy couches. The dining area and kitchen are perfect for self-catering (including stove, oven and dishwasher), which we did on multiple nights. The well-stocked pantry ensured you did not need to worry about all those small but essential items that most Airbnbs never include. The bathroom is fantastic, with a large two-person shower, plenty of hot water and storage for your amenities. We took advantage of the large deck to enjoy a bottle of Champagne with some fine French cheese while soaking up the warm afternoon sun, and for those hotter days, a large canopy/umbrella delivers shade while the breeze of the river keeps you cool. You are also spoilt with fabulous sunsets. Be sure to feed the local redfin fish and the ducks, who are always happy to have some leftover bread. The river is full of activity; the fish will keep you entertained all day. As we write this review, our heart aches to be back on this boat for an extended two-week stay. It is truly magical and will exceed your expectations. Wished we could give this Airbnb more than five stars!