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May 6, 2012

Tunisia Shopping and Sightseeing

May 6, 2012

Tunisia Shopping and Sightseeing If you’re not content with simply relaxing on the beach, Tunisia has a lot more to offer. From historical sites in Tunis and Carthage, through to the many souk, bazaars and medinas in which to indulge in a spot of shopping. My favourite of these are the Nabeul Friday Market and Hammamet Medina. Outside Hammamet Medina Hammamet Medina Hammamet Medina is a beautiful walled, white washed

March 25, 2012

Goa Intro and What to Wear When You’re There

March 25, 2012

Goa Intro and What to Wear When You’re There Palms of Goa Where? Goa, India Exactly? The Taj Holiday Village, Candolim www.vivantabytaj.com When? January 2012 Why? Annual family xmas trip to India Best time to go? During winter peak season which runs from November to March, the weather is warm and pleasant. You can also go in the summer which falls from March to May, but it can get unbearably

March 25, 2012

Goa Shopping and Sightseeing

March 25, 2012

Goa Shopping and Sightseeing Anjuna Market Palolem Beach The main reason people visit Goa is to relax and chill out on the beaches. Different areas cater to different crowds. For beautiful beaches head to the South of Goa, which is quieter and more picturesque. Palolem is renowned for its picture perfect beaches. Further south, Gorkhana is an old-school hippy beach with pretty scenery and a great vibe. For those looking to bag

March 25, 2012

Goa Eating and After Dark

March 25, 2012

Goa Eating and After Dark After Dark Many people head out to Goa in search of the legendary beach parties of the 90’s, but these are a thing of the past. Full Moon parties no longer happen due to strict government restrictions on sound. Goa is definitely a chill out zone these days, don’t expect Ibiza style partying, you’ll only be disappointed. There are club nights in specialist venues, but the

February 5, 2012

February 5, 2012

Dubai What to wear when you’re there The Burj Al Arab Where? Dubai, UAE Exactly? The One and Only Royal Mirage Date: October 2011 Reason for travel: Birthday weekend break Local knowledge thanks to: My friend Alicja Jasnikovska, TV stylist and fashion editor, who lived in Dubai for two years. Try and get good deals on package trips on Virgin holidays or in the Sunday Times. The Atlantis Hotel

February 5, 2012

Dubai Shopping and Sightseeing

February 5, 2012

Sightseeing Dubai is a great holiday destination if you enjoy shopping, sunbathing and souks. Most of the entertainment in town revolves around the malls and hotels. The Dubai Mall is famed for its spectacular water fountain display, and the Mall of the Emirates for the indoor ski slope. If you’re based in the UK check out LetsGo2 for great rates on a trip to Dubai. jewelled slippers in the souk

February 5, 2012

Dubai After Dark

February 5, 2012

Dubai After Dark After Dark The main hub of night life in Dubai revolves around the 5 star hotels. Make sure you know the name of the hotel the bar is within, before getting in a taxi, most drivers aren’t familiar with the bars. Dress code: glam it up, the more bling the better. As a tourist you can pretty much get into any bar or club, door policies are

January 7, 2012

Babington House Somerset

January 7, 2012

Babington House Somerset Spa Break at Babington House Where? Babington House Exactly? Near Frome, Somerset, England When? December 2011 Reason for travel? Gc Watches press trip for the UK watch launch With? 25 other journalists and fashion editors from British magazines and newspapers The outdoor pool and day beds Best time to go? Any time of year. Go for long summer walks in the beautiful grounds or snuggle up by

December 4, 2011

Vienna Intro and What to Wear When You’re There

December 4, 2011

Vienna Intro and What to Wear When You’re There Where? Vienna, Austria Exactly? Grand Hotel Wien Why? On a press trip with jewellery brand Thomas Sabo to see the launch of the new collections. When? Winter 2011 Treats at the Thomas Sabo party Best time to go? I’ve been to Vienna in the summer when it’s reached 28 degrees celsius, but my favourite time of year to visit is in

December 4, 2011

Vienna Shopping and Sightseeing

December 4, 2011

Vienna Shopping and Sightseeing Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss at The Belvedere Palace Vienna is famed for it’s rich cultural history and many palaces. You must visit at least one of them on your trip. For art lovers I would recommend The Belvedere Palace, it houses the work of Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele, as well as many other early 20th century artists. Alternatively to see the grandeur of Viennese architecture at