Guides & stories

The journal

Honest advice, seasonal secrets and the little details that make an island holiday.

12 October 2026

Speedboat or seaplane? Overwater or beach? A few honest questions that narrow 170 resorts down to the one that's right for you.

2 September 2026

Between June and November, hundreds of manta rays gather in one small bay. Here's how to see them — responsibly.

18 August 2026

When to book, what to ask for and the little touches worth arranging in advance.