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Here is a list of our top five hotels and resorts in the Gambia that can help you prepare for your upcoming trip.

Aside from the things to do, as travelers, we should also consider where we should stay when traveling abroad. Depending on your travel style, you can choose a luxurious or budget-friendly one. This scenario is the same no matter where you’re going, this time we’ll discuss more about the Gambia.

We’ve already talked about the things to do in the said country. In this article, we’ll give you a list of the best hotels or resorts you can choose when going to The Gambia – a country in west Africa. 

Hotels and Resorts in The Gambia

Seafront Residences & Hotel is a 4-star hotel located in Bijilo, Gambia. It is the perfect place to stay if you’re in the country for business

Posted: 12/15/22 | December 15th, 2022

Dublin is a city with soul. While the capital of the Republic of Ireland might not have the aesthetics of Prague or Amsterdam, and while it might not have the in-vogue vibe of Paris or the hustle and bustle of London, it has something that many other European cities lack: soul, ambience, and heart.

There are certainly many historical landmarks and attractions to visit in Dublin: Trinity College, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Dublin Castle, Grafton Street, and the Guinness Brewery, among others. But the real attraction is its warm and welcoming people.

And where to find those friendly Irish folk? In a pub, of course.

Dublin’s true heart and soul lies in its many atmospheric pubs. I’m not advocating you spend your days and nights getting sloshed, but pubs there are the equivalent of the neighborhood osteria or trattoria in Rome or the sidewalk

Turning 30 is scary, exciting, daunting and something worth celebrating – all at once. For my 30th birthday, the turn of a new decade, I wanted to travel somewhere special to me. I was in the mood for somewhere I already had an established connection with, but to experience something new while I was there. A paradox? Maybe. But that turned out to be the catalyst for a 30th birthday gone wrong – that is, until it went so fantastically well, a year later.

I booked my flight to New Zealand a couple of months before my 30th birthday. That was a year ago when shortly thereafter the borders closed and my birthday travel plans turned to dust. But alas! I turned thirty plus one this year and finally, the trip I had so yearned for was back on the cards. I was heading to New Zealand.

Huka Lodge in

Let’s cut to the chase: Auckland is trendy. Like, uber trendy. The people, the cafes, the boutiques – all extraordinarily trendy. Even the houses dotted along tree-lined residential streets are – you guessed it – trendy. So what should you do with two days in Auckland? I’m glad you asked!

I recently spent a few days in Auckland to bring to you this very trendy guide to Auckland, New Zealand. And while I think four days was maybe too much, I would say two days is the perfect amount of time to explore the city and soak up the highlights. So with that, here’s my guide to Auckland!

The World of Wanderlust Guide to Auckland

For starters, this wasn’t my first visit to Auckland. I’ve been a handful of times to visit one of my best friends who lived here pre-pandemic. Every time my friend would show me new cafes,

The absolute best beaches in the United States

1. Francis Beach, Half Moon Bay, California 

If you’re looking to do more than sunbathing, this is the beach for you. Francis beach is located on the south side of Half Moon Bay State Park. Visitors can cycle along the Coastside Trail, surf, or camp on one of the 52 campsites that accommodate RVs, tents, and trailers. Visitors can also ride horses along the numerous trails that surround the beach.  

2. Cannon Beach, Oregon

Known for its sprawling shore and stunning view of Haystack Rock, it’s no wonder that Cannon Beach has been dubbed one of the world’s 100 Most Beautiful Places by National Geographic. It is about an hour and a half from Portland, however, the seaside village has so much to offer– you probably won’t want to venture too far away. Cannon Beach is one of America’s top art towns,

If there’s anywhere in Europe you can guarantee you’ll enjoy in the ski season it is St Moritz. In fact, this town in the Swiss Alps only comes to life when there is snow. Sure, it is beautiful year-round but without a layer of white powder, St Moritz wouldn’t be half the fun. And indeed it is a lot of fun when the season is in full swing. Visitors come from around the globe – I myself included, having flown here all the way from Australia to check in to the Carlton Hotel in St Moritz and report back on what you can expect from this luxury five star hotel overlooking the beauty of St Moritz.

Checking In to the Carlton St Moritz

Anyone who has visited St Moritz will tell you this town is like something out of a fairytale. And covered in a thick layer of fresh snow,

Paris is enchanting any time of year but particularly so around Christmas. There is something magical about seeing the city come to life with festive cheer and light up under the holiday season glow. With Christmas just around the corner, we thought it time to share the best ways to spend Christmas in Paris with you.

Post updated Nov 2022.

1. Christmas Shopping at Lafayette

This luxury department store is the best place to come Christmas shopping, not only because you can buy every one of your Christmas gifts under one roof but also because of the festive decorations. The enormous Christmas tree which hangs from the ceiling always take centre stage and is a sight to behold. This year the 27-meter high tree will hang upside down and will be decorated in rich colours with thousands of brightly coloured jewels.

2. Christmas Window Displays at Printemps

The window displays

There are few places in this world as special as the Four Seasons Golden Triangle. Take it from me, someone who has been fortunate enough to experience many of the world’s most magical destinations and luxury hotels, this particular property is the crème de la crème. So, what is it like to check in to the Four Seasons Golden Triangle? After my recent visit, I can tell you exactly what to expect from this luxurious getaway in Thailand, overlooking Myanmar and Laos.

The Golden Triangle

If you aren’t already privy to the region, the Golden Triangle is a small pocket where three neighbouring countries collide on the Ruak and Mekong rivers. Those countries are Thailand, Myanmar and Laos. Three extremely unique cultures that share also some similarities, making this a very unique place to visit.

Before I visited the Golden Triangle, I had little clue what to expect. I

For as long as I can remember I have had a love affair with Thailand. In fact, I can probably even pinpoint the moment it happened and the love affair began. I was nineteen years of age when I first visited Thailand. On that trip I travelled straight to Phuket, spending a few nights in Bangkok on the way home to Australia.

But since that trip, I’ve been desperate to seek out more of the country. In particular, I have wanted to visit Chiang Mai.

One of my closest friends Sophie wrote about her time in Chiang Mai here on World of Wanderlust some five or so years ago and it was her sheer enthusiasm for Northern Thailand alone that put this city on the map for me.

And so when I found myself with an invitation to Bangkok to visit and write about the newly opened Four Seasons Bangkok,

I first visited Thailand ten years ago and since then, I’ve told anyone who will listen that it is the best holiday destination for Australians. For starters, the location is ideal. Thailand can be reached directly from Sydney in just 8 hours, adding a few hours for connecting flights either side. Secondly (and in my opinion more importantly), the paradise available when you get there is oh so worth the travel time, regardless of your flight path. For this trip a decade later, I had my sights set on visiting Koh Samui. I had never yet visited the island, having previously opted for Phuket on two occasions. So for my return to travel after the pandemic, I decided now would be as good a time as any to splurge on flights to Koh Samui and stay at the Four Seasons Koh Samui.

Island time in Koh Samui

I’ll start by