“For those who have an intense urge for Spirit and wisdom, it sits near them, waiting.” Patañjali said. I had seen beautiful, slick and sexy, photographs of Phuket in travel magazines and all over Instagram before arriving, but it was my very first time there, and anywhere in Asia for that matter. From the moment I arrived I…
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COMO Metropolitan Hotel, London
London is at its beautiful best in autumn. The Royal Parks are turning golden; the leaves hues of rust and red, and the paths are laced with the crunch of leaves. Hyde Park is indisputably one of the capital’s most scenic spots, and so, when we were invited to spend a night at the COMO…
Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary: A Luxury Detox Retreat, Koh Samui
The science of medicine is simple. It begins with an investment at the cellular level with and to everything we know in our hearts to be good. I felt this investment in me from the moment I began to plan my visit to Kamalaya Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa in Thailand for a detox retreat Koh Samui…
The Quiet Side of Ibiza: An Alternative Travel Guide to Spain’s Party Island
Ibiza is the party capital of the world. When I tell people Ibiza is one of my favourite holiday destinations, they tend to raise an eyebrow and look at me in a knowing manner. When I tell them it’s to chill out and do yoga they roar with laughter. But Ibiza has so much more…
Beach House Hotel, Hermosa Beach, California
Hermosa Beach is a hidden gem, located in South Bay region of the greater Los Angeles area, beyond the typical Los Angeles hotspots we usually read about. Located right on the beach and just a stone’s throw from the Pacific Ocean is Hermosa’s beautiful Beach House. This beach front hotel offers the perfect home away from…
St. Nicolas Bay Resort, Crete
There’s something about the light in Greece, it seduces you from the moment you step off the plane. From the early morning dew drop blues, to the midday whites, and all the way into the never-ending infinity pool pinks of the sunsets; the love affair Greece wants to have with you is a compelling one. My…
What to Do in Lucca Italy: The Perfect Pocket Guide
Everyone grows up reading or hearing fairytales; tales of towns surrounded by Medieval walls. What happens inside and outside of these walls is always a fascinating adventure. My visit to Lucca, Italy, proved that fairytales are real, and that mysterious walled towns still exist. No visit to Tuscany should be complete without a visit to…
Meet Phoebe Greenacre from Wood and Luxe
Phoebe Greenacre is a woman and business owner after my own heart. Combining yoga and an eco-conscious ethos, you will find Phoebe travelling the globe, yoga mat in hand, sharing her stories on her blog, Wood and Luxe; where boutique hotel finds meet retreat reviews and wellness tips. But, there’s a lot more to Phoebe…
A Pocket Travel Guide to Seminyak, Bali
Undoubtedly Bali’s most sumptuous beach town, tourists with a thirst for style and sophistication flock to Seminyak in their droves. Seminyak offers an abundance of healthy eateries, upmarket boutiques, trendy dining options aplenty and its well known beachfront bars where you will enjoy those famous Balinese sunsets. Whether you’re after some serious spa-time, a yoga…
Florence in Two Days: A Pocket Travel Guide to Florence, Italy
Rich with history and artistic treasures, Tuscany’s capital Florence is a city that inspires every visitor in a unique way. Florence was at the top of my list during a month-long tour of Italy. With very little time to explore, my first visit would simply serve to whet my appetite for the next. I uncovered a…
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…
Casadelmar and La Plage, A Luxury Stay in Porto-Vecchio, Corsica
The island of Corsica is a sweet spot for good reason; floating in prime real estate in the magical Mediterranean waters off the coast of France and Italy. It pulls not only the elements from each, but an incredible history and feeling that blends, dances and exists on its own terms. I fell madly in-love…