Hyder Sea Travels

In this post, I review the Air France Lounge in Terminal 2E at Paris CDG Airport. There are several lounges in Terminal 2E and not all of them have nap rooms. Read more so you can choose wisely!

A guide to scuba diving with Nurse and Reef Sharks in the Maldives. The dive sites such as Miyaru Kandu (Shark Channel), the famous Alimatha Nurse Shark Dive and Shark Point allow you to come face to face with schools of Silvertip, Blacktip, and Whitetip Reef Sharks. This was also my first time using reef hooks to anchor myself! Read on more to find out why you should visit this island!

The Amédée Maingard Lounge at SSR Mauritius Airport is a great lounge with free access for those flying on Air Mauritius or Air France Business Class. Read more about the excellent food and drinks offered at this lounge.

During a layover at London Heathrow Airport, I had the opportunity to visit the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge. The lounge offers a spacious and comfortable seating area with a view of the planes on the tarmac, a standard buffet with hot meals, a full-service bar and self-serve section. One highlight is the availability of several showers.The lounge offers a welcome break from the crowds at Heathrow Airport.

Pattaya Elephant Jungle Sanctuary is a relatively new sanctuary that is just a 2 hour bus ride from Bangkok! There are many Elephant Sanctuaries in Thailand but not all of them are actual sanctuaries that look out for the benefit of the animal. They do not allow riding and do not use any bull hooks! It’s a great option if you are visiting Bangkok but are not planning on travelling to Chiang Mai or Phuket where some of the larger sanctuaries are located. Read more on what you need to know before going!

Don't miss this extraordinary blend of adventure and science! Click to read the full story and plan your own unforgettable bull shark encounter in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico. 🌊🦈

After visiting Bali, I came back home very confused about my experience. Where were the serene beaches I had seen on Instagram? The deserted waterfalls? The amazing views I could enjoy while eating breakfast on a floating platter in the pool for cheap? Here are 9 things I think everyone should know before visiting Bali.

I thought I’d write about where I was born since many people have never heard of it. Mauritius is an Island off the east coast of Africa, about a 2 hour flight east of Madagascar. It is multicultural with people of African, Indian and Asian ancestry! The island is well connected by several major airlines with daily flights from France and direct flights from South Africa, England, Germany, India and Dubai, UAE.

Some of the highlights? Swimming with wild dolphins and watching live crocodile feedings!

Your ultimate guide and review to the The Westin Maldives Miriandhoo Resort and their Overwater Villas!

Join me on my journey from Paris to Montreal in Air France's Premium Economy class. Discover the perks and pitfalls of this cabin as I share my firsthand experience.

Is Air France's Premium Economy worth the upgrade? Find out if this option strikes the right balance between comfort and cost in my detailed review. Click to read more! ✈️🍽️🥂

The blog post is a detailed review and guide to the WestJet Elevation Lounge at Calgary Airport. After travelling to Banff and Jasper National Parks in Alberta, I had the opportunity to visit this lounge before my flight back to Montreal. Find out more about the lounge's location, access options, amenities and their unique Digital Dining Experience, where you can order meals and drinks via a QR code using your phone!