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Mnemba Island Snorkeling: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
If you’re traveling to Zanzibar Island in Tanzania, Mnemba island snorkeling trips are one of the more popular activities offered. I recently went on a Mnemba Island snorkeling trip and want to share the good, the bad, and the ugly of these snorkeling trips. Where is Mnemba Island? Mnemba Island is a small private island located about two miles off the coast of Unguja Island, the largest island in the Zanzibar archipelago. This Indian Ocean island is surrounded by a four kilometer oval reef that has been declared a marine conservation area, making it an excellent snorkeling spot as well as a great location for scuba diving. How to Get…
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Underwater Hotel Room at the Manta Resort
Part overwater bungalow, part underwater hotel room, the Underwater Room at the Manta Resort is an experience unlike any other! How to get to the Manta Resort The Manta Resort is located on Pemba Island off the coast of Tanzania in the Zanzibar archipelago. You can fly to Pemba Island from Zanzibar (ZNZ) or Dar es Salaam (DAR) in mainland Tanzania. Be sure to have $50 per person in cash with you when you land for your travel visa. Once you arrive at Pemba airport, it’s about a 90-minute drive to Manta Resort. Check with your airline regarding luggage weight restrictions as many of the flights in the area are…
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Are there overwater bungalows in Roatan?
Just a two-and-a-half hour flight from Miami, Roatan is home to the second-largest barrier reef in the world. Topped in size only by the Great Barrier Reef, the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef stretches 625 miles along the coast of Honduras, Belize, Mexico, and Guatemala, and is home to more than 500 species of fish and 60 species of coral. This makes Roatan one of the best snorkeling and diving spots in the Western hemisphere. And when it comes to overwater bungalows in Roatan, there are four great options! Let’s explore all that Anthony’s Key Resort, Turquoise Bay Dive & Beach Resort, Mango Creek Lodge, and CoCo View Resort have to offer!…
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Aruba Overwater Bungalows
When it comes to Aruba Overwater Bungalows there is only one property that fits the bill, but it’s a stunner! Known as “One Happy Island”, Aruba is a Southern Caribbean island with Dutch roots. At 70 square miles, the island is home to beautiful beaches and coves, top-notch scuba diving, diverse local cuisine, and a rich local art scene. Aruba Overwater Bungalows Penthouse Potcho Potcho at Aruba Ocean Villas Highlights Located at Aruba Ocean Villas, Penthouse Potcho Potcho is a stunning two-story overwater bungalow. The locally-owned resort is an adults-only paradise that features a total of seven overwater bungalows, five beach villas, and the owner’s estate, which is a nearby…
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About
Hi, I’m Lori. But you can just call me Lors. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida who does a ton of (mostly) solo travel! 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! Antigua and Barbuda | Australia | Bahamas | Barbados…
