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Steve & Paul
Mar 26, 20164 min read
Our Top Packing Tips
We've taken the time to assemble our top 20 (or thereabouts) packing tips for you. #1 If your suitcase or bag is more than eight years...
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Steve & Paul
Feb 11, 20161 min read
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Our experience at Marina Bay Sands wasn't the greatest. It felt like there were just too many rooms for them to be servicing (over 2,000...
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Steve & Paul
Feb 5, 20161 min read
Elizabeth Quay, Perth
Elizabeth Quay opened January 29, 2016. Located on the north shore of Perth Water and centred on the landmark Swan Bells, it is named in...
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Steve & Paul
Dec 24, 20151 min read
Modern Hotel, Honolulu
The Modern Hotel in the heart of Honolulu is just gorgeous. If you get the chance - stay there. The foyer had a special screw revolving...
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Steve & Paul
Dec 16, 20151 min read
Mama San, Seminyak
Mama San is one of the “hot” places to eat at in Bali. The menu is eclectic and the entire venue is indoors unlike most venues in Bali,...
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Steve & Paul
Nov 30, 20152 min read
Double Six, Seminyak
If you're looking for a pretty special place to stay in Seminyak, Bali, then the Double Six Hotel & Spa overlooking Seminyak Beach is...
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Steve & Paul
Nov 27, 20151 min read
Monsieur Spoon, Seminyak
This quaint little patisserie is located just a few steps down the road from Sisterfields. The pastries are just to die for. Baked fresh...
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Steve & Paul
Nov 20, 20151 min read
Gusto Ice Cream, Seminyak
Possibly the greatest ice cream / gelato secret is hidden away in the back streets of Bali in Kerobokan. It's caled Gusto and they...
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Steve & Paul
Sep 22, 20151 min read
Broome, Western Australia
Western Australia, covering the entire western third of the country, is made up mostly of the arid Outback. Perth beaches are what we...
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Steve & Paul
Jun 16, 20152 min read
Crystal Symphony, Singapore - Hong Kong 7 days
Launched 1996 (refurbished in 2006, 2009, 2017) Decks: 8 Passengers: 848 (since 2017 refurbish) Crew: 545 Length: 238 metres The...
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Steve & Paul
Apr 11, 20152 min read
W Retreat & Spa, Seminyak
Our favourite hotel brand has finally come to Bali and is in Seminyak. Just gorgeous. Modern beautiful surrounds, with your own pool if...
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Steve & Paul
Mar 28, 20151 min read
Steve & Paul's Ultimate Pack List
Not sure what to pack? Always pack too much? Worried you will forget that essential item? We've pulled together a list of all the...
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Steve & Paul
Mar 18, 20157 min read
25 Essential Tips For Travelling With Kids
No matter if it’s your first trip with your first child, or your fifth with your fifth, travelling with children will always be daunting....
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Steve & Paul
Mar 18, 20151 min read
W Hotel Westwood, Los Angeles
It’s a while back that we visited this W property, but the memory still lingers in my head and I want to go back one day. The pics below...
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Steve & Paul
Mar 6, 20152 min read
Alila Villas, Uluwatu, Bali
The entire Alila propery is outstanding. Beautifully put together with two restaurants (asian fusion and western), with a gorgeous observat
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Steve & Paul
Sep 2, 20142 min read
Darwin, Australia
Darwin is the capital of Australia's Northern Territory and a former frontier outpost. It's also a gateway to massive Kakadu National...
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Steve & Paul
Jul 25, 20142 min read
U-Paasha, Seminyak
Great location great price but there's a BUT! I have to start off by saying I love the hotel for location, price, size of the room, but...
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Steve & Paul
Jul 17, 20141 min read
Motel Mexicola, Seminyak
Motel Mexicola is one of the new "places to be" in Bali. It's down the side street next to Bodyworks, right across the road from the spa....
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Steve & Paul
Jul 9, 20141 min read
So (Sofitel), Singapore
Our stay at So Singapore (the Sofitel) was awesome. Plus it's right next to Lau Pa Sat which comes alive from dusk with many satay huts...
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Steve & Paul
Jul 9, 20141 min read
Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
Our experience at Marina Bay Sands wasn't the greatest. It felt like there were just too many rooms for them to be servicing (over 2,000...
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