Travel, life, loves and laughs.
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
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
There is a lot to see and do in Frankfurt Am Main so you would be forgiven for having a ‘to do‘ list on arrival, just like I did. In between all the activity though, it’s important to take in the ambiance of exactly where you are.… Read the rest
Far from its New York Chinatown namesake, Mott 32 is Dubai’s most recent and perhaps most spectacular Chinese offering. We arrive on the 73rd floor of The Address Resort and the first thing I notice is the Hollywood Glamour take on Art Deco.… Read the rest
An early morning walk and then a visit, en route, to the delightful Ardenica Monastery, sees us arrive in Gjirokaster for a late lunch at Kodra Restaurant. Perched high on the hill in the old town, it is currently raining and so, a lazy lunch seems the perfect way to await finer weather.… Read the rest
A short drive through the countryside from Berat, after a morning at Berat Castle and the Onunfri Museum, and we come to the tiny village of Roshnik where the Alpeta Winery makes a big impression.
We’re here for wine tasting, a tour of the Vineyard and a hearty lunch sourced from local produce.… Read the rest
It is nice to know that there is a Friendly House just around the corner. Arriving in Berat it is already evening. We have travelled all day and now, having checked into our hotel, we are keen to stretch our legs and explore.… Read the rest
We have arrived in Albania! We meet Endrit, our guide from Albania Private Guide at the airport and all of a sudden we are really on our way! One of our first decisions is what to eat? The clear winner is Byrek.… Read the rest