The Style Traveller

A fashion editor's guide to the worlds most stylish places

Posts by Bonnie Rakhit

Mexico – 5 Best Nights Out in Tulum

Mexico – 5 Best Nights Out in Tulum A partying guide to Tulum Whether it’s drinks and dancing at oriental, inspired Casa Jaguar, Full Moon clubbing with super star DJ’s at Papaya Playa Project or dancing under the moon, stars and Mayan ruins at an impromptu (and illegal) beach rave, Tulum boasts a fun and eclectic mix of nights out. No super clubs here, just super-cool crowds of beautiful, happy people, partying

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Yoga, Bootcamp and Tree Houses – The Next Retreat

Yoga, Bootcamp and Tree Houses – The Next Retreat Where? Chewton Glen Hotel & Spa, our tree house accommodation pictured above. Exactly? Hampshire in the UK, a 2 hour train journey or drive out of London. Why? Next clothing, the British high street retailer, has just launched a fantastic new active wear range called the NX Sports collection. The range includes swimwear, yoga, sports and fitness pieces. To celebrate the launch

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The Style Traveller 2016 Travel Round Up

The Style Traveller 2016 Travel Round Up Here at Style traveller HQ 2016 has been one of my busiest years in travel so far. Over the past 12 months I’ve visited 32 destinations in 15 different countries, taken 34 flights, been featured in 17 magazine articles, nominated for 5 blog awards and got a new agent at Premier Models / Digital Influencers Division. Here’s a run down of all the destinations:

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Mexican Adventure – Azulik Tulum

Mexican Adventure – Azulik Tulum Where? Azulik Hotel and Maya Spa Exactly? Tulum, Mexico When? December 2016 Why? On the third leg of my Mexican adventure with my lovely friend and excellent photographer, Olivia Ebeling, we stayed at the spectacular eco, hotel Azulik. Tulum ruin Photo above taken by @showinmyeyes. The extremely instagram friendly hotel is built from a natural drift wood and glass. It’s philosophy is truly inspirational, the ethos

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Mexican Adventure Part 2 – Hotel Esencia

Mexican Adventure Part 2 – Hotel Esencia Where? Tulum, Mexico Exactly? Hotel Esencia When? December 2016 Why? On the second leg of the Style Traveller Mexican adventure with my friend Olivia, we left the eco haven of Papaya Playa Project and checked in to the colonial splendour of the luxury, spa hotel Esencia. Built in one of the former summer houses of the Duchess of Amalfi, the recently restored and

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Mexican Adventure Part 1 – Papaya Playa Project

Mexican Adventure Part 1 – Papaya Playa Project Where? Tulum, Mexico Exactly? The Papaya Playa Project Why? As a little pre Christmas girls holiday my friend Olivia and I decided to have a vacation in the idyllic Mexican beach town of Tulum. We decided to do it in three parts starting at the renowned eco party hotel, Papaya Playa Project, followed by a spa break at the luxurious, colonial Esencia

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Girls road trip with Aston Martin

Girls road trip with Aston Martin Where? Ellenborough Park Hotel and Spa, The Cotswolds. Part of the Mr & Mrs Smith group of luxury, boutique hotels. Why? The closest I ever thought I’d come to an Aston Martin was lusting after one whilst watching James Bond films. So when Aston Martin asked me if I’d be interested in taking the new DB11 out for a girls road trip I was

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A Grand Winter Wedding in York

A Grand Winter Wedding in York Where? The historic walled city of York in North Yorkshire, England. Exactly? I stayed at The Grand Hotel, York. When? One crisp, autumn weekend when the city was cold but filled with sunlight, the perfect setting for a winter wedding. Why? I was very lucky to be invited to the wedding celebrations of one of my old university, best buddies, Fiona and her lovely

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Burano – Festive Fashion Shoot

Burano – Festive Fashion Shoot Where? Burano, Italy. When? Winter 2016. Why? Just a half hour boat ride off the coast of Venice lies the picturesque island of Burano.  On the final leg of The Style Traveller Italian Adventure I made a day trip to the beautiful island. Local artisans specialise in the making of intricate lace, but the island is also famous for it’s legendary kaleidoscope of colourful buildings. The

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Best Brunches in London – Skylon Restaurant

Best Brunches in London – Skylon Restaurant Where? Skylon, London. Exactly? Located on the south bank of the River Thames, part of the Royal Festival Hall complex, Skylon London boasts one of the best views and most sort after restaurant spots in London. The backdrop to many iconic films made in the city (Four Weddings being one of them!), visitors to the buzzing south bank area will instantly recognise it’s

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