Destination: Madagascar

Remote and still rather undiscovered As Bali or Sri Lanka were 40 years ago, Madagascar is still a wild(ish) frontier. With deserts to the south and wet tropical forests to the north. It also has some of the whitest beaches and palest blue Indian Ocean seas. Madagascar is the only African country with lemurs, and is home to 10 species … Read More

Private Island Resorts and Villas in the Indian Ocean

A collection of my favorite Private Island getaways in the Indian Ocean. This list does not include the Maldives which offers mostly Private Island offerings. North Island North Island, Seychelles 11 Rooms Set foot on North Island without leaving a footprint – except, that is, on its vast beaches. The private, car-free hideaway is a haven of sustainability, its 11 … Read More