It seems fitting that my first experience of travelling to China was to Guangzhou. It was one of the very first cities in China to open to the outside world. The city is vibrant and diverse and still hosts the oldest and largest trade fair in China. For a well-rounded urban experience mixed with history, ancient…
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A Weekend in Bangkok: What to See and Do in Thailand’s Capital
Bangkok is like no place I’ve ever been, it is a big city in the “land of a thousand smiles,” and one of the most prosperous places I’ve visited. It is rich with sights, smells, and tastes that will take your breath away. You could easily spend weeks in this city getting to know each…
Monaci delle Terre Nere: A Boutique Mount Etna Hotel in Sicily
I found myself in the gorgeous green gardens of a beautiful Etna hotel on the island of Sicily, just shortly after spending time in Corsica, and the contrast was absolutely delicious; literally and figuratively. Not only did Sicily represent the beginning of a month-long (first time) exploration of Italy for me, but I’m part Sicilian…
Coco Bodu Hithi Resort, Maldives
Five years ago, I married the love of my life. Like most newlyweds, we were looking for somewhere romantic to enjoy our honeymoon. For some time, we were thinking about the Maldives, but choosing the perfect Maldives honeymoon resort wasn’t easy. Aside from its obvious beauty, Coco Bodu Hithi also offered a great range of restaurants…
An Epic Travel Guide to Whistler, Canada
Whistler steals your heart the moment you hear that first crunch of ice underfoot. Looking up you’ll find the village blanketed in snow, transporting you to a scene from a fairytale; there’s something about Whistler that just warms the soul. The snow was falling as we arrived and it made our first few moments that much more magical….
5 Incredible Luxury Hotels That Should be on Your Bucket List
Like most people, I get very excited about the thought of staying at a luxury hotel, particularly in a destination that I see on Instagram feeds countless times a day. Being in luxury travel means I have now been fortunate enough to create my own enviable Instagram portfolio of photos, taken during our 5-star stays…
A Photo Journal from Bintan Island, Indonesia
A fast ferry ride from Singapore, Bintan Island in Indonesia is a popular getaway destination for resort-style holidays where visitors can sit poolside at a Bintan Island resort, sipping on cocktails, cool off with water sports and sleep the afternoon away under the shade of a palm tree. While we got a taste of that typical itinerary, we…
12 of The Best Things to do in Jakarta Indonesia
Jakarta is a true megalopolis. Indonesia’s capital heaves with a population of more than 9 million people, swelling by a further 2 million commuters each day. From the outside looking in, it seems to be one of those cities that could swallow you whole. That is until you get to know it a little better….
Rachael Finch Shares her Wellness Secrets
Rachael Finch has come a long way since first appearing on our television screens as Miss Universe Australia, back in 2009. The model and TV presenter has since built a reputation as a respected regular on the Australian small screen, as well as revealing she is a talented dancer and home cook. Now a Certified Health…
Thanyapura Sports Hotel, Phuket
If you were to dream up the ultimate sporting playground and transport it to an idyllic setting among the palms and rubber trees of Thailand, Thanyapura sports hotel Phuket should come pretty close to your vision. Thanyapura sports hotel Phuket is a 23-hectare athlete’s playground, catering to world-class competitors, weekend warriors, school children and everyone in between and it is…
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…
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…