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5 Perfect Honeymoon Destinations in 2022
Choosing a destination for your honeymoon can be an overwhelming decision! This has inspired us to compile a list of romantic and exotic honeymoon destinations that are welcoming travelers for an exciting time. Egypt This is one of the more under-rated spots when it comes to honeymoons. Here, you could stay in… Read More

Sail the South Pacific with Paul Gauguin Cruises
As we approach the colder seasons of the year most of us find ourselves daydreaming about tropical adventures and sun-kissed beaches. If this sounds like you, what is stopping you from taking that next step? The exotic islands of French Polynesia await you! Our colleagues at Paul Gauguin Cruises take great joy in sharing the… Read More

Video Series: Scuba Diving in Tahiti
Our video series continues, this time bringing you underwater! While many automatically think of Tahiti as a place of relaxation among the blue coral seas, it is also home to many of the top scuba diving locations in the world! The island of Rangiroa is famous among divers, offering clear tropical temperature water to swim… Read More

Overwater Bungalows Around The World
We’re all dreaming about escaping to somewhere warm, far-off, and luxurious. Few accommodations provide this as well as overwater bungalows or villas, which are the height of luxury escapism. Many are all-inclusive, with butlers on call, opulent dwellings with views right above a warm sea, a fish-filled coral, and even the Arctic ice. So sit back,… Read More

Dream Now, Travel Later: Kangaroo Island
If you can remember it, this time last year Australia was experiencing one of its worst summers of wild fires. The fires dominated the world news and people from all over were coming together to help repair the areas that were burnt down. One particular area that was hit hard by the wild fires was… Read More

The Best Skiing in the Southern Hemisphere
Even though the ski/snowboard season in the Northern Hemisphere is just starting, it’s never too early to start dreaming of more skiing. Have you already skied the best resorts in US? Hit the slopes in the Swiss and French Alps? Looking for a bigger adventure? Then head south! That’s right, the Southern Hemisphere, from New… Read More

The Reinvented Le Bora Bora by Pearl Resorts
The Tahitian resort formally known as Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort and Spa recently had a major facelift that brought with it a new brand identity: Le Bora Bora by Pearl Resorts! Along with its complete refurbishment, the resort has become a proud member of the Relais & Château luxury hotel association. Located on Motu… Read More

Exploring Middle Earth within New Zealand
This week International Hobbit Day was celebrated across Middle Earth and beyond on September 22nd. From The Shire to Mount Doom on the North Island and the Misty Mountains to the Pillars of the Kings on the South Island, Peter Jackson discovered Middle Earth within New Zealand to bring Toilkien’s famous novels to life. North… Read More

Adventure is [STILL] Out There
We at Esplanade have personally felt the affects of international travel being on hold, and while sometimes it feels like we’re all a bit stuck in the mud, we decided to look back on some of our own daring adventures. So come take the plunge into exciting thrills with us virtually, we can’t wait to… Read More