A table holding vases of pink amaryllis and red hydrangeas arranged artfully greeted us as we stepped in from the sticky Singapore air. A silent sigh of relief followed as the chill hit, accompanied by the subtle signature Four Seasons scent. As we drifted over to check in, the jet lag induced fog enveloping us…
6 Inspirational Yoga Instructors Who Teach Around the World
During the last two years teaching yoga in Southeast Asia and India, I have been deeply inspired by the worldwide community of like-minded teachers making a positive impact taking up yoga instructor jobs, exchanges and projects around the world. Their ability to truly live their yoga practices allows the benefits to extend to all whose lives they…
A Guide to the Best NYC Healthy Restaurants
With only four days in the city during our last visit, we could only manage a taster of what is on offer when it comes to NYC healthy restaurants. We took a tiny bite out of The Big Apple’s healthy food scene and these were our top picks. As we were staying in Williamsburg, this…
Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa Hotel
Snow was falling lightly as we drove into the enchanting Whistler Village. It was quite literally the icing on the cake after hearing the mountain had opened for the season a couple of days early and our hotel, the Hilton Whistler Resort and Spa Hotel was located right at the foot of the hill. By Skye Gilkeson The Hilton Whistler…
Clontarf Castle Hotel, Dublin
Living in a castle, if only for a fleeting moment has long been a dream of mine and one I recently got to fulfil at the Clontarf Castle Hotel in Dublin. The 4-star hotel offers all the modern conveniences of a luxury property built while embracing its history as a 12th century keep. Skye Gilkeson…
Hilton Paris Opera
Hilton Paris Opera is the perfect mix of Parisian classicism and modern luxury. The hotel holds prime position in the buzzing Opera arrondissement with bars, bistros and boutiques right at its doorstep, to whet your appetite for all the temptations that the City of Light has in store. Skye Gilkeson Hilton Paris Opera Review A grand…
American Tourister Luggage Review
We’ve been on the road full-time now for nine months. When you’re travelling for that long, your suitcase becomes akin to your car back home. The choice is highly personal and the decision greatly impacts how efficiently you get from one destination to the next. Skye Gilkeson | Sponsored Content American Tourister AT Prismo Spinner…
Middle Piccadilly Rural Spa Retreat, England
We arrived in Sherborne, a small town about two hours south west of London, just as the mist began to set in for the afternoon. The rain spitting lightly, Dominic Harvey from Middle Piccadilly Rural Spa Retreat swept us up in his four wheel drive from Sherborne train station. Twenty minutes and a few narrow,…
An Incredible Day at The Peninsula Paris Hotel
A doorman wearing the traditional crisp white uniform opened the door to The Peninsula Paris. “Bonjour!”, he beamed. Our polite smiles quickly turned to excited gasps as the foyer opened up before us. The late 19th-century Haussmannian building typifies Paris’ architectural heritage. But beyond the landmark facade, a breathtaking synergy of traditional and modern design…
Exploring Kerala: Adventure, Ayurveda and Yoga
Set on the coast of Southern India, Kerala has a variety of natural landscapes to explore including beautiful beaches along the Arabian Sea, the backwaters, and lush green tea plantations. It offers a unique language, culture and cuisine from the rest of India. For those hoping to learn more about Ayurveda and dive deeper into…
A Digital Detox at The Westin Paris
“It might be a little hard for you”, the receptionist at The Westin Paris suggested, reminding us we would have to hand our phones in and completely switch off from technology during our Digital Detox. No doubt she had seen me glued to my screen before we were introduced. I laughed nervously, concerned she might be right. But as it…
Tea Time at La Reserve Hotel, Paris
La Reserve Hotel Paris is the epitome of Parisian chic. Walking through the ruby wrapped doorway of the 5-star luxury hotel is like stepping back in time. More specifically, to the dazzling days of 19th century Paris. Tucked away in a quiet street in the iconic Champs-Élysées arrondissement, La Reserve Hotel Paris overlooks the Grand Palais, the Eiffel Tower,…