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Where to stay in Marrakech: Villa des Orangers

Posted onOctober 5, 2020January 14, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

There is a slew of mega-hotels and Riads in Marrakech but if you are looking for a quiet place with 5-star luxury away from the chaos that Marrakech is famous for, book your stay at Villa des Orangers. People who visit Marrakech frequently would agree that Villa des Orangers is Read More …

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Travel Essentials that make the best gifts for travelers

Posted onOctober 3, 2020January 8, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Christmas holidays mean a winter getaway for us and we don’t do big holiday gifts or massive decorations around the house.  We most likely end up somewhere warm like a beach destination in December and it is always fun to see Santa come in a boat or a jet-ski.   I Read More …

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A day in Essaouria Morocco | Outside Suburbia

One day in Essaouira, on Morocco’s Atlantic coast

Posted onSeptember 30, 2020January 14, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

I sat there with my Casablanca beer and a view of the Citadel, a shrimp from the seafood platter was staring back at me as I was thinking I should have planned this better –– we should have spent a night here, my soul is not going to be satiated Read More …

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Riding ATVs on the Agafay Desert near Marrakech

Posted onSeptember 30, 2020January 14, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Have you really been to Morocco if you didn’t walk on the dunes in the Sahara or take a selfie with a camel? Well let me tell you, we didn’t make the long 9-hour drive to the Sahara but we had quite an adventure riding the ATVs on the moon-like Read More …

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Getting Naked: What to expect in a Moroccan Hammam

Posted onSeptember 30, 2020January 14, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Our Spa attendant handed my daughter and me a couple of paper underwear and pointed to the blue floormats on the floor using hand signs and asked us to take off our clothes – I had no idea what to expect in a Moroccan Hammam when I signed us up. Read More …

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A short and sweet flight on TAP Air Portugal

Posted onSeptember 28, 2020December 19, 2020AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

TAP Air connects Portugal to the world and is the country’s leading airline. They have been operational since 1945 and carry millions of passengers to over 90 destinations around the world. Owned 50% by the state, 45% by a private consortium and 5% by employees of TAP Airlines, it has Read More …

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Where to Stay in Lisbon: Lapa Palace

Posted onAugust 23, 2020January 27, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Where to Stay in Lisbon: A luxurious palace nested on one of Lisbon’s seven hilltops overlooking the Tagus River. Read More …

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Butter Pecan Latte & Back to School

Posted onAugust 21, 2020January 7, 2021AuthorPriya Vin4 Comments

Do you miss going to coffee shops? We do too… I have been learning to make a few coffee house style drinks at home these days. I have a feeling that this Butter Pecan Latte is going to be my new favorite, perfect for those cozy Fall mornings. Back to Read More …

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9 Beautiful Japanese Zen Temples & Gardens in Kyoto

Posted onAugust 20, 2020January 14, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Kyoto has long been a favorite destination for anyone looking for a cultural experience when visiting Japan. It has the most beautiful Buddhist temples and Zen gardens. Read More …

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Food Diaries: 15 French Pastries you MUST try

Posted onAugust 9, 2020January 19, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

The French are famous for their decadent pastries and delightful dessert creations – from sinful chocolate croissants to delicately layered mille-feuille, fudge-like Calissons, dainty little French macarons that come in an array of colors and flavors, there are so many desserts you must try when visiting France. Grab some of Read More …

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Eco-Friendly Tips for a Green & Clean Home

Posted onJuly 26, 2020October 2, 2020AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Looking for some eco-friendly products and tips for cleaning your homes for the next few months till is safe to have the cleaning crew come through? Me too! Thanks to Miss. Rona, we have added one more item to our endless to-do list – cleaning our homes. I HATE cleaning, Read More …

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Traveling Through Tastebuds: 30 Plano Restaurants that we LOVE

Posted onJuly 23, 2020January 22, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Dining out in the different Plano Restaurants is a favorite pastime when we are home. Although we have lived here for several years, I rarely share about Plano activities or attractions other than the hiking trails in Plano (which is our other favorite thing to do). But with COVID-19, Plano Read More …

CategoriesDiscovering Dallas, Food, Food & Wine

How to find Eco-friendly Sustainable Hotels & Resorts

Posted onJuly 18, 2020December 10, 2020AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

We have always liked nice hotels but when we are ready to travel again we will be a little more conscious of where we stay not just from a safety and luxury perspective but also from sustainability and a social impact point of view. Are you a compassionate and conscious Read More …

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Best Ice Cream Shops in Plano, Texas

Posted onJuly 15, 2020January 26, 2021AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Texas heat has got you this summer? Looking for ice cream nearby? We’ve got you covered! Here are a few of our favorite Ice Cream Shops in Plano, Texas that serve the best homemade ice cream. We are always looking out for Ice creams and desserts when we travel, whether Read More …

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From Backyard to Beach, Work from Anywhere: Skyroam WiFi Review

Posted onJuly 13, 2020July 14, 2020AuthorPriya VinLeave a comment

Whether you are a location-independent remote worker, an avid traveler like me, someone juggling WFH, kids’ online classes, and looking for recipes on the web (also me) while sheltering in place, Skyroam helps you work from anywhere! After using a couple of their devices during our travels and at home Read More …

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