Welcome to Stay Stories, a collection of honest hotel reviews and personal travel experiences from my journeys near and far. Every trip has its own rhythm, and the places I stay are often at the heart of it. From cosy family-run guesthouses to stylish boutique hotels and budget-friendly finds, these are the stays that made an impression, for all the right reasons.
Here you’ll find real, down-to-earth reviews written from firsthand experience. I’ll share which rooms are worth booking, what to ask for when you arrive, and the small details that can make or break a trip, from the best views and hidden extras to insider travel tips on what to do nearby.
If you’re planning your next getaway and want authentic recommendations you can actually trust, you’re in the right place. Settle in and explore my Stay Stories, a growing guide to places to stay, eat, and unwind around the world, told just as I found them.
Travel Review // A Warm Welcome in Lisbon: Family Stay at Look Living
Discover our family stay at a boutique hotel in Lisbon, cosy apartments, friendly staff, and a sunset boat tour on the Tagus.
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Travel Review // Planning a Family Holiday in Portugal? Why We Loved Craveiral Farmhouse
Looking for a family-friendly farmhouse stay in Portugal? Read our honest review of Craveiral near the coast; food, beaches, bikes, and barefoot vibes.
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Travel Review // A Family‑Friendly and Eco‑Conscious Stay on the Coast of Portugal
Discover the perfect family‑friendly, eco‑friendly escape on the coast of Portugal, just north of Lisbon. From dreamy greenhouse dining to private villas and…
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Travel // Escape to The Pig at Combe: A Family Retreat
If you’re ok to make peace with the British weather and indulge in a mini break into the countryside then I can wholeheartedly…
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Travel Review // A Rainy, Wet Trip to Nikoi Island, Indonesia {2023}
Back when the pandemic was but a whisper we had a trip to Nikoi Island Resort booked with some dear friends. We’d talked…
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Travel Review // Telunas Beach Resort, Indonesia {2023}
So last weekend we booked a cheeky very last minute stay at Telunas Beach Resort with our friends and within just 12 hours…
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Travel Review // Terra Antica Resort, Montepulciano, Italy {2022}
I’ve been yearning for Tuscany for the past three years. Maybe it was the dreaming of the wine, the people, the space, the…
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Travel Review // Staycation Time at Raffles, Singapore {2020}
I’d heard that the iconic Raffles Hotel was open again after its lengthy refurbishment and was offering some really good rates for those…
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Travel Review // A Weekend Escape to Nikoi Island, Bintan, Indonesia {2020}
Nikoi Island Resort is well set up for families, our kiddos say that kids club was their favourite part of the holiday. They…
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Travel Review // A Weekend Escape to Sea Gypsy Island Village Resort, Mersing, Malaysia {2019}
Now that we live in Singapore we feel a bit removed from nature. Everything here is so clean and pristine. Back in the…
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Travel Review // A Night at Montigo Resorts, Nongsa, Batam, Indonesia {2018}
Earlier this year we had family visiting and we wanted to break the trip up with a mini break. When you live in…
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Travel Review // Weekend Escape from Singapore to Rawa Island, Malaysia {2018}
This past week we had some friends from the UK come to visit us. They’ve been to Singapore before about 8 years ago…
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