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Paris // 10 photos to have you dreaming of a getaway
Paris is a city unlike any other. It evokes a range of emotions. I feel like a free-spirited wanderer when walking the streets and lanes. I feel like a romantic when sitting in the parks. And the very first time I visited over 15 years ago, I cried because it pulled at my heart. I never stopped dreaming of Paris. Paris cannot be described; it can only be felt. So sit back and enjoy a photo journey that will have you dreaming of your next visit to Paris. Do you love taking a visual journey through beautiful cities? Well check out my story on 10 photos to have you dreaming…
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Luxe Stays // Burgenstock Resort, Switzerland
Like many of us, I get my travel inspiration from Instagram. And one day aimlessly scrolling through my feed, I saw this image pop up. And I just knew I had to organise a luxe stay! It took a bit of saving. But eventually, I arrived at the magnificent, very luxe, Burgenstock Resort, nestled high above Lake Lucerne. The Arrival Burgenstock is accessible by road but to gain the full experience of opulence you really need to arrive by boat. I arrived into Lucerne by train on a perfectly blue-sky morning. The luxurious, high-speed Burgenstock Catamaran conveniently departs from the wharf directly opposite the train station. It’s a 30-minute trip…
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Sarajevo // inextricably linked to tragedy and hope
Driving through the Balkans region, Bosnia and Herzegovina was the second country on my itinerary. And I don’t think there has been a country or a nationality that has surprised me more. It is remarkable. Its capital, Sarajevo, is linked to tragedy and hope. Scarred by conflict and a history that’s impossibly sad. Yet there is so much strength and pride in the locals. A little history // Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina and is inextricably linked to tragedy and hope. Yet there is unity and respect where church bells ring next door to the Islam call for prayer. Over the past 20 years, this city has…
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Luxe Stays // Top 5 luxury pool villas to self-isolate
Do you wish you had warning on COVID-19? So you could jet off somewhere luxurious and be ‘stranded’ in self-isolation? Here's some inspiration of my favourite Middle East private pool villas.
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Kenya // view the big 5 on safari
If you haven’t been on safari yet, then get out the map and start planning. Kenya is full of beautiful national parks. The abundance of wildlife is something I will never forget. So sit back, relax. Let me take you on a photo journey to my favourite spots in Kenya to view the Big 5. Get booking now, Kenya is worth the visit.
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Serbia // exploring the grit, the wild and breathtaking
I was planning a road trip through the Balkans, and Belgrade just happened to be the easiest city to fly in to. So exploring Serbia was added to my itinerary. I’ll be honest, I didn’t know what to expect. I thought war-torn, dirty, unsafe. I thought I’d do a tour and then be on my way. Well, I was wrong. A little history // Belgrade is situated at the junction of two rivers, the Sava and the Danube – Europe’s second-largest river. Due to its strategic positioning Belgrade has fought in over 115 wars and has been destroyed and rebuilt more than 44 times during its history! It was conquered…
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Luxe Stays // Chelidonia Luxury Suites
Santorini had been on my bucket list for years. So when I finally made the decision to add it onto the end of two weeks travelling through the Balkans I wanted it to be perfect. I trawled through hundreds of properties online trying to find the balance between spectacular, affordability and availability! And then I discovered Chelidonia Luxury Suites. The Arrival // I arrived into the port of Athinios via the Blue Star Ferry from Athens. Didn’t realise it was an 8-hour ferry trip but I upgraded to the front end of the ship and had a quiet, relaxing day cruising around the Greek Islands. The lovely people at Chelidonia…
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Santorini // 10 photos to have you dreaming of an escape
Santorini, the beautiful gem of the Greek Islands. Like many, I have been dreaming of Santorini for years! Finally I visited and it did not disappoint. The dazzling panoramas, the sparkling sea, soaring cliffs and the cute laneways weaving through white washed buildings. So sit back, relax, feel the sun on your shoulders and dream of your next visit to this little piece of heaven. Head to my review on Chelidonia Luxury Suites to see where I stayed while in Santorini.
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Samarkand // the ancient city of the Silk Road
Countries within Central Asia fascinate me – the history, the people and the cultural mix where west meets east. Combined with my strong interest in exploring the intricate and complex designs of Islamic art, it’s no surprise that Samarkand, host to some of the most beautiful blue mosaics in the world, quickly became one of my favourite cities. A little history // Located at the crossroads of world cultures, Samarkand dates back 2,750 years and has been one of the greatest cities of Central Asia. As I walked through the streets it felt like taking a step back in time to a rich history of trade, religion and conquerors. Today,…
