happy friday

Some times all you need is a few days in the middle of nowhere, a nice book and a massage. So that is what I did (during the week no less). It was a mini "staycation" on the West side of Curacao. The house, surrounded, by beautiful green hills, was so close to the ocean you could almost hear the waves, the wind provided a natural airconditioning and the birds woke us up in the morning. A stay at "Banda Abou" is not complete without a visit to the spa - 8 The Experience. An inspiring and relaxing location that brings every part of your body back to sparkling. And now. Now it is time for Friday. Island life is good. 

 

8 The Experience.  The Best Spa on the island. 

8 The Experience.  The Best Spa on the island. 

Coral Estate. For lunch at Karakter or Koraal - followed by a swim in this lovely water. 

Coral Estate. For lunch at Karakter or Koraal - followed by a swim in this lovely water. 

Banda Abou has many beautiful beaches. This is Daaibooi. 

Banda Abou has many beautiful beaches. This is Daaibooi. 

Exploring the salt plains. Next time we're bringing a kayak :) 

Exploring the salt plains. Next time we're bringing a kayak :) 

Exploring the salt plains. Flamingos at a touch of pink to the landscape. 

Exploring the salt plains. Flamingos at a touch of pink to the landscape. 

Exploring the Salt Plains. Stop at Williwood for some drinks before heading further West. 

Exploring the Salt Plains. Stop at Williwood for some drinks before heading further West. 

one fine stay

Whether you stay at a hotel, rent an apartment or crash at a friends' house feeling comfortable is key to enjoying any trip - at least for me. So for our recent trips to London I decided to try an apartment rental service a friend once recommended. I am now officially, for London at least, hooked on Onefinestay. If only for the booking process, the friendly welcome and the iPhone you are entrusted with during your stay. What I really love though are the magazines they publish (which feel more like books) and their blog (surprise surprise). 

So if you are heading to London, Paris, NYC, Los Angeles and now also Rome do consider them. But in any case check out their blog. I've posted a few pictures with the links below. Enjoy :)