World Top 5 Over-Water Luxury Bungalow Destinations

If you like the thought of one of the long, lazy luxury vacation packages at some of the world’s most pristine tropical playgrounds, wouldn’t it be even better if you could continue being surrounded by crystal clear water even while you are relaxing in your hotel room? In an over-water bungalow, you can do just that.

Imagine complementing your holiday with the sensational experience of staying in an over-water bungalow, where you can look through the glass bottom floor to watch the colorful reef fish and sting rays playing below you. Many of the over-water bungalow resorts also offer delicious canoe breakfasts where your fresh gourmet breakfast will be delivered directly to your villa by a friendly local in a canoe.

Here are our picks of the top five over-water bungalow destinations:

 

1. Tahiti

One of the most exotic and romantic parts of the dazzling South Pacific would surely have to be Tahiti. Over-water bungalows originated in Tahiti and the surrounding islands back in the 1960s so it’s no surprise that the majority of luxury Tahiti resorts have over-water bungalows available.
The Bora Bora Lagoon Resort and Spa is truly decadent, complete with a satellite and plasma TV, air-conditioning, and a private security safe. Of course, it also has exquisite views! If you like to pamper yourself with champagne and bubble baths, you will love the divine bathrooms in the over-water bungalows at the InterContinental Bora Bora Resort and Thalasso Spa. Of course, this comes complete with glass floors and even clear coffee tables so they don’t obstruct your view.

2. Maldives

The ever-glorious Maldives are perfect at any time of the year and the best way to make the most of your luxury Maldives holiday is by staying at one of the many over-water bungalows – or water villas – on offer here. At the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island resort, you can not only enjoy your over-water villa, you can also dine in the unique underwater restaurant, Ithaa.
Cocoa Island Resort is 30 minutes from the airport by speedboat and is well worth the trip. Owned by the COMO Hotels and Resorts group, it has the same elegance that is typical of these resorts. Nearby Kandooma Channel has been referred to as one of the Maldives’ best dive sites, with excellent snorkeling spots nearby too. 
Other resorts where you can treat yourself to a stay in an over-water bungalow in the Maldives include the Four Seasons Kuda Huraa Resort, Baros Resort, and One and Only Kanuhara.

3. Mauritius

Mauritius is another tropical paradise located off the African coast, in the southwest of the Indian Ocean. This island has a more cosmopolitan atmosphere and is somewhere you can blend relaxing days on the beach with vibrant water activities, great shopping, fine dining, and exciting nightlife. The only Mauritius resort offering over-water bungalows is Le Prince Maurice, where you can also enjoy glass-bottomed boat tours, water sports, and use of the resort’s two golf courses, located nearby on the mainland. Sheltered from winds, this private sanctuary provides many secluded retreats as well as a natural fish reserve. 

4. Caribbean

If you want to enjoy a luxury Caribbean holiday, there is only one resort that offers over-water bungalows, and that is the 9 Beaches Resort in Bermuda. Choose from one of 84 stylish cabanas, all located over 18 acres of exquisite private waterfront. You can spend your days participating in all manner of water sports and activities, or simply put your feet up and sip ice-cold cocktails and daiquiris while lazing on the soft, sandy beach. Or from the veranda of your private over-water cabana. Read More About World's Top 5 Over-Water Luxury Bungalow Destinations

WHERE TO GO AND WHEN TO GO

  

Traveling is everyone's requirement, and traveling outside the country is almost everyone's dream. Some are very conscious of the natural beauty, and some are looking for luxuries. Some want relaxation and some want fun and entertainment, but one thing that may effect while selecting the destination and time to go there. Today I decided to post something that will help you, and you will get the most out of your trip. “Where to go and when to go” reflects the theme of this post, that where to go and when to go (Most favorable and most lovely weather and environment). In this post, you have some of the world's best destinations and their best time to go, or you can say peak season.

Cyprus: Spring or Autumn

Dubai: Late Autumn to early Spring

Maldives: Year-round

Mauritius: Anytime!

Morocco: March/May and Sept/October

Indonesia Bali: November to April

Seychelles: Year-round

South Africa: November to April

Sri Lanka November to April

Thailand: November to April

Turkey: Spring and Autumn

A successful last week International Conference and Festival on North Bali Culture

The International Conference and Festival on North Bali Culture was opened on Thursday at Lovina by the Culture and Tourism Ministry’s director for overseas marketing, I Gde Pitana.

The four-day gathering of local and international scholars will discuss the cultural heritage of the region, featuring diverse sessions, from ancient literature to contemporary trends in IT.

Pitana said that since ancient times, the region and its residents had always possessed a fascinating level of cultural openness.

“The people of Buleleng can absorb foreign influences into their own culture. This cultural openness has given birth to a rich and varied cultural heritage,” he said. - JP

Hotels and Villas Special Recommendation In Bali

Bali is a great & beautiful place for your leisure with the widest variety of destinations bali travel, hotels, resorts, villas, private villas, sightseeing tours, adventures, spa treatments, hotel packages, villas packages, and tour packages for anyone visiting Bali Island.

Alang Alang Villa is located at the fashionable village of Batu Belig, 5 minutes by car to the beach and Seminyak dining area, like Laluciola Restaurant, Kudeta Restaurant, Warisan Restaurant, and Ultimo, where guests discover the art of Balinese living.

Surrounded by a real green tropical atmosphere, facing the breathtaking Uma Alas village, where the privacy setting is exclusive and prestigious. Located near the festive glamour of Kuta, the body beauty treatment center highlights all the exotic tourist attractions.

Adapted from the Balinese native village life story, where the majority of Balinese families lived in a family compound with separate bedrooms, a living room, dining room, and kitchen area with a thatched roof. D’Alang – Alang Villas are designed with full personal service and private facilities.

The distinguished private palace to hide out in the restful surroundings, where the fanciful natural beauty of sights and sounds are harmoniously blended with genuine personal services, in the renewed images of ultimate exuberance, private villas.

Natura Resort and Spa is located 3 km northeast of the center of Ubud, the artistic and cultural center of Bali, in the traditional Balinese Village of Laplapan, seemingly untouched by the hands of time. Here Natura has been conceived, a new concept in environmentally aware guest accommodation.

Natura Resort and Spa is one of the best resort villas in Ubud, with very friendly staff who will serve you during your holiday in Bali. Just stay with us for your holiday villas and get more value in your Bali holiday.

Natura’s design plan was to enhance the beauty of the existing site, with environmental impact being a serious consideration. The preservation of existing vegetation and the protection of the river and wildlife were paramount in the design of the fourteen luxury villas.

Natura Resort & Spa allows guests to see and experience firsthand the unique religious lifestyle of the Balinese people. An ancient island culture vibrating with the spirit of the past. Stroll through the seemingly endless rice terraces almost on your doorstep. Relax in the riverside Spa, exploring the traditional beauty and healing rituals of Bali. Go for a mountain bike ride, or visit some of the many historical and religious sites within easy touring distance. If your need is to simply get away and relax, Natura has you in mind. The ultimate in luxury, why not pamper yourself or your loved ones at the Nature Spa, set on the Petanu river. Select from our extensive menu of Herbal wraps, Body treatments, and Massages, or ask about our “Couple body treatments” in a beautiful flower bath.

Damai Lovina Resort located in the hills overlooking Lovina Bay, Damai Lovina Villas are surrounded by rice paddies and jungle-clad ravines.

The resort, located 4 kilometers from the Lovina center, just a few hours from Bali airport, has breathtaking views of Bali’s North coast. This beautiful retreat features luxurious

bungalows decked out in stunning Indonesian style, complete with four-poster beds, lounge area, CD player, TV with DVD player, mini bar, hair dryer, bath robe, and slippers. The superior room category features a roofed shower area, and the deluxe category is equipped with spacious open-air bathrooms with a jacuzzi. The facilities available include a swimming pool, a small library, a spa pavilion, and the hotel temple.

Guests can enjoy delicious meals made from organic produce straight from the resort’s own gardens.

Alila Ubud Bali Hotel, Ubud, is a tranquil and secluded hillside retreat that sits high up on the edge of a rich green river valley in Bali’s central foothills. The resort is located just minutes from Ubud, the island’s cultural heart.

Blending contemporary design and traditional Balinese architecture, the secluded courtyards, spacious terraces, and private gardens create an intimate feel. Alila Ubud rooms offer stunning views across sculpted rice terraces and the meandering River Ayung below.

The 54 Deluxe Rooms are housed in eight two-storey blocks designed to resemble a Balinese village. All rooms have panoramic views of the surrounding valley and mountain range. The ground floor rooms feature individual garden terraces and a back courtyard with an open-air bathroom and shower. The first-floor rooms feature a private balcony and unobstructed views. There are four superb Balinese valley suites offering a spacious walk-around deck. They are perched out over the valley, affording spectacular views of the Ayung River valley below.

Alila Ubud Hotel has relaxing private spa pavilions, open to the tropical mountain air, that offer soothing natural treatments. The library provides a place of reflection, and the boutique a place to admire the island art.

Top 10 Best food markets of the world

Yes, food is a basic need, without it you can not survive, but some are very selective in food, for example, what to eat from where to eat, or something like that. Some people enjoy their travel only because of food and some travel only for food. Today I am posting here the top 10 food markets of the world.

Spice Market, Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey is famous for its spicy tongue, and that holds true mainly for this spot in the country where you get a world of spices from saffron, apple tea, cardamom, cinnamon, sumac, and cumin. A visit to Turkey will remain absolutely incomplete without going for a stroll at the Spice Market.

Donguwa Bazaar, Kashgar, Xinjiang, China

A wondrous visit to Xinjiang will introduce you to the world of nuts and dry fruits heaped at the Donguwa Bazaar. The bazaar has worldwide fame for the marvelous marketing of nuts, dry fruits and spices that are considered one of the best in their quality and form. The much-popular milky ice drink is a hot favorite for all who visit the bazaar in great anticipation.

New Orleans, Louisiana, USA

New Orleans is known for its rich variety of food and eateries. The well-adorned city smells of food. Every corner of the city is buzzing with food hubs that serve rich delicacies to the hungry guests. Preparations in catfish, jambalaya, gumbo and such alike constitute the hot cuisine of the city.

Djemaa el-Fna, Marrakech, Morocco

One of the most amazing places on earth, the Djemaa el-Fna features an open-air food market that takes place after dusk. Several stalls are set up in the area that offer a variety of seafood, meats and all sorts of barbecuing items displayed in abundance for all attention. The pleasure delicacy of the open-air stalls forms the real attraction of the city.

Oaxaca, Mexico

Without much saying, the Mexican delicacies are famous worldwide for their awesome preparations of fried grasshoppers and toasted worms. There are others in the row, of course. Most specifically, the chocolate of Oaxaca is a real treat to the tickling taste buds of all individuals. This happens to be our favorite city in Mexico

Newtown, Sydney, Australia

Located in the Bohemian suburb, Newtown is renowned for its rows of bars and restaurants to hang out in complete luxury and comfort. Starting from the exclusive Thai dishes and Indian delicacies, you are offered a plethora of other cuisines, including Maltese, Nepalese, and Japanese varieties.

Chatuchak Market - Bangkok, Thailand

This is an extraordinary market offering everything from exotic foods, spices, clothing, animals, and antiques. Its size is enormous. You could spend an entire week walking the aisles and never see everything.

Ferry Plaza Farmers Market – San Francisco, USA

They always offer an outstanding selection of organic fruits and vegetables. Many of the top chefs in the Bay Area usually can be seen there frequently, making their daily selections. They might even let you in on some of the secret cooking tips if you’re lucky. Ask, for you have nothing to lose.

Mercado De La Merced – Mexico City, Mexico

Upon entering this market, you can see the colors of the rainbow because of the spectacular assortment of fruits and vegetables. One unique feature of this market is that they have assembled most of the foods of Mexico. As you walk the aisles, you will definitely feel the energy of the people engaging with one another, especially in their smiles.

English Market – Cork, Ireland

This 400-year-old market provides all the great things Ireland can offer, plus an exciting blend of foods from around the world. The vendors always make you feel welcome with their warm hospitality.