There is nothing quite like the feeling of boarding a flight bound for somewhere far far away. For me it’s always a mix of excitement, a little anxiety and a strange sense of relief. Holidays mean less responsibility, no work and more time than I know what to do with. By Emma Esslemont This somewhat…
Centara Ceysands Resort, Sri Lanka | Part II
Sri Lankan cuisine is literally, a rich melting pot of fragrant spices, sweet local fruits and colourful vegetables served up in warming curries, fresh noodle and tasty rice dishes. Sri Lankan food is true, feel-good comfort food and we enjoyed every bite during our stay at Centara Ceysands, one of the only 5 star hotels in…
Centara Ceysands Resort, Sri Lanka | Part III
For those who love water sports, you’ll be in the right spot at Centara Hotel, Sri Lanka. Centara Ceysands is the only resort in Bentota that has their own water sports facility. You can choose from jet skiing, SUP, snorkelling, canoeing, sailing, wake boarding, knee boarding, the banana boat, scuba diving, fishing and the list goes…
Centara Ceysands Resort, Sri Lanka | Part I
Strolling down the beach in Bentota was something of a sweet surprise to me as a first time visitor to Sri Lanka. How could we have this gorgeous, stretch of golden sand almost all to ourselves? I soon found out, that’s just one of the beauties of the quiet coastal town of Bentota. Even better, just a few sandy…
Oia to Fira Hike: Off the Beaten Track in Santorini, Greece
When you think of the Greek Islands, you think of white-walled houses and blue tiled roofs. You think of glorious sunshine, clear sea breezes, black sand beaches and brilliant sunsets. Santorini is one of my favourite Greek Island destinations. It is famous for its house-lined cliff faces that boast some of the most magnificent views in…
10 Simple Tips for Starting a Meditation Practice
If we aren’t already meditating, chances are we’ve thought about giving it a go. Perhaps we’ve wanted to but have felt a bit daunted, not knowing how or where to start. Sound familiar? The good news is if you’re thinking about it you’re half way there. All you need now is a bit of discipline, an…
Coming Home: My Yoga Journey
When I took my first yoga class I was a slightly awkward, impatient, young Media Executive with a mild case of anxiety (probably stemming from being so deeply wrapped up in the stories of my own life), who didn’t care for silence, wasn’t very good at sitting still, and couldn’t touch her toes. Sophie Palmer…
Angkor Wat Bike Tour: Ancient Angkor Without the Crowds
When you’re crossing an iconic historical site off your travel bucket list, it can sometimes feel like you’re taking the road exhausted by millions of tourists. This is particularly the case when you’re visiting the largest religious site in the world. So, when we planned our trip to Siem Reap and the ancient kingdom, we…
The Westin Singapore
As we stepped out at the 32nd floor of Singapore‘s Asia Square Tower 2, I let the first one slip; “Wow”. Don’t get me wrong, I wasn’t surprised that The Westin Hotel Singapore was so stunning. But with sky high windows showcasing Marina Bay, Singapore city and bright sea blues in between, surely this was considered…
The Farmed Table: A Farm to Fork Dining Experience in Sydney
An inner-west warehouse location in Sydney, seriously fabulous music flashbacks, airline-attired cocktail-makers, soft lighting and seriously good farm to plate food. Were we in New York City or only hours away from where our food was caught, harvested and poured only days earlier? Welcome to The Farmed Table. Nadia Felsch This was my delightful and eclectic experience…
Meet Miranda Kerr’s Yoga Teacher, Charlotte Dodson
Miranda Kerr’s body is almost otherworldly. Her clear, glowing skin, slim, toned limbs and not to mention that youthful, dimpled smile. I guess that’s why they call them ‘super’ models though, right? That said, one of the things that we love about Miranda is that it doesn’t all come naturally to the girl from ‘sunny Gunny’. She nurtures…
How to Keep Your Feet Healthy on Holidays
One of my absolute favourite things about holidays is seeing new cities, and by far the best way to explore is on foot. I often love an early morning run though the quiet streets before cities come to life, but I really love just meandering the streets, stumbling upon cute marketplaces, nice cafes and maybe…