Travel, life, loves and laughs.
A September Staycation was deemed in order after a month’s worth of weekends spent celebrating a string of birthdays. Plus, the weather is feeling almost bearable again after another long, hot, Dubai summer.
My husband and I take ourselves off to Le Meridian Mina Seyahi. All… Read the rest
Ibu Rai, along one of Ubud’s main streets, is a perfect spot to grab a sundowner and await the towns nightlife.
Having come from among the Kajang rice fields, we’re not overly hungry after a late lunch at Sweet Orange Warung, nor are we quite ready to head back to the hotel.… Read the rest
Having arrived in Nusa Dua, Bali, overnight I wake up to find myself surrounded by a tropical jungle paradise. Opening my eyes to the sparkling day my mum and I dress, and make our way down to the spectacular breakfast buffet.… Read the rest
A day on the water out and about on Dubai’s sparkling coast line. While the city’s brunching institution remains strong, today is less about food and more about friends. We’re taking the focus to connections on (and in!)… Read the rest
A date night somewhere new sees us at Venus Ristorante, Caesar’s Palace. Located on Dubai’s Bluewaters Island, this is one of Dubai’s hotspots. With a wide selection of restaurants and views back across the water to JBR’s stunning skyline, it is a beautiful night to be out on the town.… Read the rest
A 70th birthday is worth a little fuss and at The Vintage Brunch, we were able to celebrate in the style that this milestone deserves.
Located at the stunning Jumeriah Al Qasr, The Vintage Brunch takes place in the Arboretum.… Read the rest
This spa-cation at The Ritz Carlton, Dubai is not to be missed. Nothing says spa or vacation quite like this luxury chain where you’re guaranteed to feel a world away, even if in reality it’s only a couple of kilometers.… Read the rest
The Greenroom does a mean traditional English roast. It’s not what immediately comes to mind on a 48°C day in Dubai. Nevertheless, we find ourselves here for an afternoon of multiple pool(s), table soccer and Sunday roasts.
Arriving from the heat of the afternoon into the cool bistro style of The Greenroom, we are promptly seated although not quite ready for dinner.… Read the rest
REWIND, the world’s biggest 80’s festival arrives at Bla Bla from the UK. We head down on Saturday afternoon to be dazzled by days gone by with entertainment across the entire Bla Bla venue in addition to the main stage which takes over the Beach Club for the day.… Read the rest
Design and Dine presents abstract art at Oneo Wine Bar. For me personally, the Westin Mina Seyahi location conjures images of pools and palm trees rather than abstract shapes and designs. However, our night of abstract art at Oneo wine bar gives the pools and palms a night off in search of something more creative and just as relaxing.… Read the rest