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Luxury UK Spa Staycations – Foxhill Manor Hotel, Cotswolds

  • March 3, 2022

Where? Foxhill Manor Hotel Exactly? Cotswolds, South West England, UK. As part of my Luxury UK Spa Staycations series here is my guide to Foxhill Manor Hotel, Cotswolds Set within 400 acres of spectacular Cotswolds countryside, Foxhill Manor is the little sister hotel of neighbouring spa hotel Dormy House and converted-inn, The Fish. With only eight perfectly appointed bedrooms in total, the service at Foxhill Manor feels like it’s completely

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Tulum, Mexico – Best Bars, Restaurants and Beach Clubs

Tulum, Mexico - Best Bars, Restaurants and Beach Clubs where to party
  • February 3, 2022

Tulum, Mexico – Best Bars, Restaurants and Beach Clubs. I first visited Tulum 5 years ago, and then again this year and wow has that sleepy beach town I once knew undergone a huge transformation. Last time I visited there were three or four decent restaurants, cute quirky bars in the old town and a few beach outposts (shacks) in which to swill a dodgy tasting mescal cocktail. Fast forward

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My Hygge Xmas Gift Guide

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  • December 8, 2021

My Hygge Xmas Gift Guide I don’t know about you, but all I want for xmas is to get cosy and make my house warm and comfortable for when the cold wintry nights set in! So this year my xmas gift guide is all about cosy, luxurious & sustainable (where possible) xmas gifts for you, your friends and family. I’ve added a few little treats from my favourite UK small

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My Ibiza Workation – 12 reasons to work remotely from Spain

My Ibiza Work-cation - 10 reasons to work remotely from Spain Bonnie Rakhit
  • November 10, 2021

As winter approaches the thought of doing another lock down in London is not an appealing thought. So instead, I decided to hop on a 2 hour flight to Spain for a little workation. To work remotely (and play) in the Ibiza sunshine. For years I’ve had an annual romance with the beloved Spanish island of Ibiza. I have visited consistently every single summer, ever since I was 19. A

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Oaxaca Travel Guide – Mexico’s Coolest Art & Foodie City

Oaxaca Travel Guide - Mexico's art and foodie city
  • September 10, 2021

Where? Oaxaca (pronounced Wahaca) is Mexico’s coolest art and foodie city. Here’s my style traveller Oaxaca travel guide. When? I visited in august 2021 Why? One of the forerunners of the world food scene Oaxaca is a vibrant, colourful city filled with art galleries, musicians, world class restaurants and bohemian spirit. I was very lucky to be able to spend a fantastic week there. Where to stay in Oaxaca? For

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Santorini Travel Guide & Best Instagram Locations

Santorini Travel Guide & Best Instagram Locations - Bonnie Rakhit the style traveller
  • August 15, 2021

Where? Santorini, a spectacular Greek island famous for its blue and white architecture and church domes. You can fly direct from most countries or transfer in Athens. Where to stay? The best way to really get a feel for what makes Santorini so special is to stay in one of the iconic, whitewashed cliff side hotels. Santorini is famous for its stunning cave hotels which cascade down the side of

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Vedema Hotel, Santorini – Lady Gaga’s Favourite Greek Island Retreat

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  • July 22, 2021

Where? Vedema Hotel, Santorini – A Luxury Collection Resort Exactly? Situated in the mediaeval village of Megalachori in the south west of Santorini, The Vedema Hotel has a fascinating history of its own. Set in the grounds of a 400 year old winery, the property was a private mansion house for past 100 years and is now a splendid, luxury hotel and resort. It has restored and retained many of

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How To Do Wimbledon Like A VIP!

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  • July 6, 2021

Where? The Championships, Wimbledon, UK When? July 2021 Why? I was very fortunate to be invited into The Lawn, Keith Prowse hospitality suites at Wimbledon for a full VIP day experience. This is a sponsored post. I was a guest of Keith Prowse to this experience but all of my views are my own. The Championships, Wimbledon Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world. It is widely thought

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Rome’s Most Stylish Italian Town House Hotel

Rome's Most Stylish Italian Town House Hotel - Portrait Roma suite terrace at night
  • April 28, 2021

Where? Rome, Italy Exactly? Portrait Roma Hotel, part of the Lungarno Collection. A luxury 14 suite, boutique hotel in the heart of Rome. Location? The hotel is situated stylishly above the Salvatore Ferragamo boutique, Italy’s (and one of the world’s) most prestigious shoe designers. It has the perfect central location on Via Condotti (one of Italy’s most exclusive streets), with breath taking views across the city and the famous Spanish

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Most Spectacular & Unique Villa Rentals in Italy

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  • April 19, 2021

Home in Italy – Luxury Villa Rentals After the latest round of lock downs, I’m sure like me, you are desperate to plan your next vacation. But somehow the idea of staying shoulder to shoulder with other tourists in a busy hotel is not quite as enticing an idea. Living with your own family and friends bubble however is much a much more promising proposition. With that in mind, villa

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Luxury UK Staycations – Dormy House, Cotswolds

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  • March 25, 2021

Where? Dormy House Hotel and Spa, Cotswolds Exactly? Worcestershire, in the Cotswolds. An hours drive south from Birmingham Airport and 1.5 hours train journey west from London Paddington. About? Dormy House is a quintessentially English country house hotel, refurbished and modernised to be one of the new guard of luxury British Spa destinations. It is elegant yet cosy, sumptuously decorated yet relaxed. Boasting a state of the art spa and

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40 Best Outdoor Bars, Rooftops and Igloos in London

40 Best Outdoor Bars, Rooftops and Igloos in London coppa club
  • December 1, 2020

Hey guys! Welcome to the Style Traveller Guide to the 40 best outdoor bars, rooftops and igloos in London! Looks like Xmas is back on this year! With bars and restaurants re-opening, I’m sure like me (and rudolf) you’ll all be chomping at the bit to find the best outdoor bars and restaurants in town to enjoy the festive period! Being a Londoner myself and a frequenter of the best

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The Perfect British Winter Beach Staycation in Bournemouth

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  • November 12, 2020

Where? Bournemouth Beach Lodges, Dorset, UK When? October 2020 (This trip was taken before Lock down 2.0 in the UK) Why? Earlier this month I was invited to stay and review the newly appointed and perfectly located Bournemouth Beach Lodges. Situated directly on the seafront of this classic British coastal town, it was the perfect spot for a winter beach staycation. The lodges are refurbished small wooden houses, based on the traditional

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UK Staycation at the University Arms Hotel, Cambridge

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  • October 29, 2020

Where? The University Arms Hotel, Cambridge, England, UK When? October 2020 Why? This month I was invited to the beautiful, traditional boutique hotel, The University Arms in the centre of bustling Cambridge. As well as a short mini break, I used the stay over as a back drop for shooting the Autumn-Winter 2020 fashion campaign for British designer brand Serran, in a beautiful Ferrari Portofino. So if you’re wondering why

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Milan – Fashion Trip Itinerary & Best Instagram Locations

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  • October 19, 2020

Where? Milan, Italy When? October 2020 Why? This month I was luck enough to be invited to Milan, Italy’s style capital, for a fabulous fashionista weekend break. Keep scrolling to see my Fashion Trip Itinerary & Best Instagram Locations in the city. Style traveller tip: The Duomo Milano is physically and culturally the centre of the city and where pretty much everything happens. If you do wish to get a

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The Perfect UK Staycation & what to do in Devon

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  • September 16, 2020

Where? Noss Mayo, Devon, UK Exactly? Anchor Cottage, centrally located in the picturesque village of Noss Mayo. When? September 2020 With more and more destinations abroad requiring quarantine on your return, there’s never been a better time to indulge in a little UK staycation. One of my favourite parts of the country is Devon on the South West coast. Here’s my Style Traveller guide to The Perfect UK Staycation &

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Best UK Spa Hotels and Retreats for Luxury Staycations

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  • August 3, 2020

From the splendid regal columns of Cliveden House to the high life of living in the rustic tree houses at Chewton Glen, Over the past 15 years of being a travel and fashion editor I’ve had the great pleasure of being invited to stay at some of the UKs most prestigious and indulgent spa hotels. I’d love to share my findings with you so here’s my Style Traveller edit of

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Learn, Create, Do – Fun Things to do at Home Today

Learn, Create, Do - Fun Things to do at Home Today Bonnie Rakhit
  • April 8, 2020

Here in london as we roll in to the third week of isolation I’m guessing you, like me, might be running out of things to do at home and are in need of a little creative inspiration. Well if that’s the case then you’ve certainly come to the right place. Here at style traveller HQ I’ve compiled a fun and educational list of pursuits which can keep you occupied over

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Top Tips On How To Successfully Work From Home.

How to make the most out of working from home during corona virus - Bonnie Rakhit top tips digital nomad
  • March 17, 2020

Top Tips On How To Successfully Work From Home. Being a freelance travel blogger and a digital nomad I’ve been working from home (or from various hotels around the world) for the past 6 years. But in light of the recent Corona Virus outbreak all of my travel plans have been cancelled or postponed. As more and more of us are now being advised to work from home we’re all

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Best Nights out in Bali – Seminyak & Canggu

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  • February 12, 2020

Where? Canggu and Seminyak, Bali, Indonesia. When? February 2020 Why? I’ve just come back from a super fun trip to Bali. Our agenda for the two week holiday was partying and relaxing, which gave me plenty of opportunity to ‘research’ some of the best beach bars and clubs in town. We stayed in the popular beach resort of Seminyak and trendy, surfer paradise, Canggu. For a selection of great hotels

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