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Island Time is the Only Time

Island Time

Welcome to our little corner of Efate in Vanuatu , where the days are guided by sunlight, sea breezes, hungry bellies and the occasional enthusiastic bark from Dora or Benny.

The Art of Doing Absolutely Nothing

Napping on Doras Deck

There is a certain kind of luxury that does not arrive with a welcome cocktail or a crowded pool deck.
It arrives quietly.
It is the luxury of having nowhere to be, nothing to organise, and no one asking what you are doing next.
At Papaya Villa, we call it the art of doing absolutely nothing.

A Romantic Vanuatu Itinerary: 7 Days of Seclusion, Sea, and Slow Living

Ah, romance… That delicious, quiet hum of slowing down and noticing the person right beside you. If you and your sweetheart are dreaming of a truly intimate romantic getaway, let me let you in on a little secret: forget the cookie-cutter mega-resorts where you’re just room 402. Instead, come hide away with us at Papaya Villa. […]

Resorts vs. Secluded B&Bs: Which Is Better For Your Romantic Getaway?

So, you’ve finally decided. It’s time. You’re looking for that perfect romantic getaway Vanuatu style. You’ve got the flight tabs open, you’re dreaming of turquoise water, and you can practically smell the hibiscus in the air. But then comes the big question that stumps even the most seasoned travelers: Do we go for the big, […]