Lori Barbely
Hi, I’m Lori. But you can call me Lors. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida. My background is in editorial travel photography and writing and I've been to more than 30 countries. I’m obsessed with tropical locales and my favorite city is Tokyo. Have camera, will travel! I’m a Disney adult, Lord of the Rings fan, certified crazy cat lady, and sushi addict! I hope this blog inspires your wanderlust. Feel free to follow me on Instagram for snippets of daily life on and off the road.
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Weekend in Memphis Itinerary
I recently spent 48 hours in Memphis and tried to cram as much as possible into a short trip. Here’s where I stayed and what I did during in my weekend in Memphis. Stay I’m a Marriott girlie, so I chose to stay at the Moxy Memphis Downtown, which was super conveniently located to restaurants and shopping. Moxy hotels are not full-service hotels. You’re not going to have room service or concierge or anything fancy like that. But you will have a clean, comfortable, well laid out room in a safe area that has a vibey fun common area. The lobby of the Moxy in Memphis has lots of cozy…
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Indonesia Overwater Bungalows
Looking for Indonesia Overwater Bungalows? I’ve got the lowdown on some of the country’s unique overwater villas, which are decidedly more rustic than those you’ll find in Tahiti and the Maldives. Read on to find out if an overwater bungalow in Indonesia is right for you! Misool Eco Resort Highlights Raja Ampat’s Misool Eco Resort is a diver’s paradise! With eight overwater bungalows, a farm and fruit forest, a spa, and a robust dive program, you’ll find that your 7, 9, or 12-day stay isn’t nearly long enough! The private island resort has a maximum capacity of 40 guests and is located inside the Raja Ampat Shark and Manta Sanctuary.…
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Overwater Bungalows in Central America
If you’re looking for Overwater Bungalows in the Central America, look no further! This comprehensive list is chock full of closer-to-home than Tahiti overwater bungalows for your traveling pleasure. Overwater Bungalows in Belize coming soon! Overwater Bungalows in Costa Rica There are no overwater bungalows in Costa Rica. The closest overwater bungalows to Costa Rica are those in nearby Bocas Del Toro, Panama. Overwater Bungalows in El Salvador There are no overwater bungalows in El Salvador. Overwater Bungalows in Guatemala There is one Overwater Bungalow in Guatemala and it’s full of cozy jungle charm! Overwater Bungalows in Honduras Roatan has four overwater bungalow resorts, making it a great spot for a…
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Best Foods in Las Vegas
Gambling isn’t my thing, so I go to Las Vegas to eat (and see shows). Here are my picks for some of the best foods in Las Vegas from my recent girl’s trip where I spent 48 hours in Las Vegas! Located in the Arts District of Las Vegas, Esther’s Kitchen was truly a highlight of our trip and tops my list of best foods in Las Vegas! The popular restaurant recently moved to a new spot that’s just around the corner from their old space and the new space is warm and inviting. We had a Wednesday night reservation and despite arriving almost 15 minutes early, we were seated quickly. We…
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Moorea Overwater Bungalows
Located in the Islands of Tahiti in French Polynesia, Mo’orea is home to several overwater bungalows in the quintessential setting that everyone dreams of when they think of overwater bungalows. Here’s everything you need to know about Moorea overwater bungalows. To get to Moorea, you’ll first fly to Tahiti Island and then catch an interisland flight or ferry to Moorea. It’s important to note that flights and ferries to Moorea typically cease daily operations around 5 pm. What this means for your planning is that you’ll typically need to spend a night in Papeete and then head to Moorea the following day. Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort Highlights Located between Cook’s…
