Always hate the return trip from an unbelievable holiday? Do nothing but sleep through the short overnight layover you’re forced to make on your way back? I thought the same as we planned to make our 18-hour layover in Helsinki, but I ended up falling in love with this city. Gorgeous Neoclassical architecture epitomizes it, with a sense of historical modernism that seeps through, sometimes almost transporting you to a different time. One of the growing foodie capitals of the…
There is no way you can leave Nashville other than in a total food coma. Full of gourmet Southern comfort food, and some of the best breakfasts I’ve ever had, music city didn’t disappoint. Check out my hit-list for…
Craving a holiday and a little bit of summer in October, a snap decision later, we were on our way to Sicily! Perfect for a 3-4 day getaway, we chose the little fishing village of Cefalú to get some…
Despite having lived in London for the past 3 years, venturing out into the English countryside was somehow never as much of a priority as exploring Europe every weekend I could. And I couldn’t believe what I’d missed out…
One of the many perks of living in London is being able to sneak out of town for as little as four days… the last time I did this, Tuscany was calling. Over Easter weekend we hopped across to…
A sacred weekend ritual that no true Londoner could justifiably miss – brunch remains a tried and tested morning service. With new spots popping up every other day, finding new gems in London is a weekly adventure. That said,…
If you’re looking for a desert escape – except one that’s more than a little luxe – head on over to the beautiful Alila Jabal Akhdar just a few hours out of Muscat, Oman. A spectacular mountain backdrop, fantastic…
An island adventure in Mauritius had been on my bucket list for a long time… the pristine waters, amazing food, abundant scuba diving, and white sandy beaches made for an ideal beach vacation away from the more conventional options.…
Marrakech is the quintessential Middle-Eastern city of dreams. The new age hotspot that has the whole world flocking to it, this melting pot of culture and vibrance is a force of a city to be reckoned with. Good food…
If you’re planning a visit to Marrakech, the first step to booking your accommodation is to check out where the city’s best riads lie… there is nothing more authentic than living it up in a beautiful riad to get…
Ever feel like you wanted to experience life in a Robinson Crusoe-esque way? Believe it or not, the Shangri-La has provided for those needs… at it’s stunning 30+ acre property in Mauritius’ prestigious Le Touessrok region, the luxurious resort…
Waking up to caldera views with breakfast in bed and the blues right outside your window – that’s the Santorini dream isn’t it? Chromata Santorini made all our dreams come true… Located in the beautiful village of Imerovigli, mid-way…
At the very best of times, planning a trip can be daunting. Island hopping however, is a whole other matter – ferry planning, flight coordination, hotels, how long to spend and where – a million questions that need to…
When I set out to explore Greece for the first time, after checking off the classic Cyclades islands like Mykonos and Santorini, I was looking for a hidden gem to uncover, away from the tourist-centric stops in the country…
If there’s one thing they tell you when you get to Milos, it’s that the food on this island is some of the best you’ll have tried throughout the Cyclades. And I promise you, they aren’t wrong. Step away…