Saturday 30 July 2016

Best Glamper Accomodations this Summer

In need of something a little bit more nature-loving and back to basics this summer? Why not trade in those blazing hot beach holidays and instead, opt for an alternative secret getaway filled with adventure,  countryside and outdoor fun for the family. To ensure that your holiday will still be utterly glamorous and a five star experience, we have put together our top five ‘glamping’ destinations for you to stay at this summer accompanied with ‘glamper’ essentials. Whether it may be a last minute trip to Suffolk to reunite the family in a cosy cabin, a road trip through the countryside in the quirkiest of camper vans or you are jetting across the Atlantic ocean to set up camp in one of Portugal’s unimaginable yurts, your glamping experience will definitely be one to remember.
Apple Tree Yurt – Beira, Portugal
Hidden away in the bumpy hills of the Portuguese city, Beira lies this fantasying luxury yurt perfect for an outdoorsy couple looking for a honeymoon destination. Decorated with exotic coloured interiors and a touch of vintage furnishings, this dreamy eco escape encapsulates a timeless feel by incorporating elements from the past and present to allow visitors to unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. The elegant yurt features a sitting area, a double bed alongside two single beds for smaller vacationers, a bathroom area, delicious on site meals which can be ate at the main house with other guests and a beautiful outside area to relax.  Make sure you book your place at this natural abode soon before it’s too late!

North Star Cabin – Yorkshire, England
Lose yourself in the whimsical forests of Yorkshire whilst staying at the woodland North Star Cabin. Each cabin located on the site has been thoughtfully inspired by icons and places that have fascinated the county for many decades to add a touch of heritage and comfort to this cosy destination. With a choice of the Moon suite, Star suite, Howard suite and five other distinctive cabins, each suite has been booted out with a double bed, sitting area accompanied by a fiery log burner, a bathroom and a large veranda to ensure the most luxurious stay.

Safari Tent / Secret Meadows – Suffolk, England
Camp in style by staying in one of the premium safari tents in the secret meadows of Suffolk. Offering the most welcoming feel, the homely tent provides guests with three different rooms to reflect the architecture of a classic cottage. The first room contains a cooking space, a lounge area and the cabin bed, the second room includes a large four-poster bed, the third room features bunk beds for extra guests and it also includes a bathroom to the back of the tent. Enjoy the natural beauty of Suffolk this summer by spending your time at this convenient and wonderfully wild haven, especially if you’re looking for a place which will provide serenity and beautiful settings to take in whilst exploring the woodlands.

Château Spa sur l’eau – Dordogne, France
(Chteaux dans les Arbres)
Make memories this summer at this humble floating chateau on the waters of Dordogne. Surrounded by the most scenic lake,  this deluxe cabin has been built on the remains of a historical French castle and still offers an elitist feel of a medieval fairy-tale with it’s divine interior and modern elegant architecture. The plush cabin has also been outfitted with a comforting king size bed, a walk-in shower, a mini bar and access to a communal swimming pool for visitors to relax and get to know other holiday makers during their time at the extraordinary chateau.

Camper vans – Bath & Somerset, England
If you’re not the type of traveller who likes to stay in one place for a long period of time and the road trip lifestyle is your thing, a camper van will be your best friend this summer. Explore new destinations across the country in this revamped vintage looking automobile which features a single bed in the roof, a back seat which converts into a comfy double bed and enough space to store kitchen essentials and snacks for the journey. Take on a classic adventure this summer in this stylish VW camper van which will allow you to create the most spontaneous and exciting memories to share with friends for years.
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Saturday 16 July 2016

A look back at Wimbledon 2016

As another year of the Wimbledon championships draw a close, we have put together a round up of some of the best fashion moments from this year’s phenomenal event. As expected, many recognisable and fashionable faces returned to the courts to not only support some of the best tennis players in the world, but to also debut the most fabulous and desirable key trends for summer 2016.

Kate Middleton
Combine elegant A-line silhouettes with quirky embroidered motifs such as skulls, lipsticks and butterflies just like Kate Middleton did this year in this discretely daring yet still outstandingly beautiful dress from Alexander McQueen.

kate middleton

Sienna Miller
Stay courtside chic and simple by coupling a classic tennis dress from Ralph Lauren with a pair of bronzed reflective sunglasses just like Sienna Miller did with her quintessential approach to modern English summer dressing.

sienna miller

 Erin O’Connor
At this year’s event Erin O’Connor showed that she was not afraid to infuse her seasonal wardrobe with a splash of vibrancy and colour with this confident midi skirt. If yellow is not your favourite colour, why not try a daring orange or fuchsia pink to spice up your skirt collection.

erin o connor

Daisy Lowe
Continuing to show off her idiosyncratic style every where she goes, Daisy Lowe definitely did not disappoint at this year’s Wimbledon event with her playful mashup of a painterly floral maxi dress by Ganni and a pair of classic converses to translate an outlandish dressed down look.

daisy lowe

Suki Waterhouse
Similarly to Daisy Lowe, Suki Waterhouse also opted for a long length paisley dress teamed up with a silk parka casually hanging off her shoulders. Mixing up girly florals with a pair of ‘rock chic’ sunglasses shows personality, and a little rebellion.

suki waterhouse
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Saturday 9 July 2016

Best Beach Destinations/Clubs for 2016

Looking for the hottest beach club to spend your nights partying till dusk, chilling on a beach canopy sipping a cocktail or taking part in jaw dropping activities?


For this post I thought I would put a selection together of the best beach clubs for you to visit this summer from the roof top beach bars of LA to the lavish resorts of Marbella.


High Rooftop Lounge, Venice Beach, LA
Show off your city chic identity this summer by visiting this ultra savvy roof top bar in Venice Beach, Los Angeles. With interior décor including smooth wooden decking, cool aqua umbrellas, a backdrop of tropical palm tress and a view of the Californian sunset, this hideaway cocktail bar really has the feel of an exotic beach bar and is an abode to the bronzed and beautiful individuals of downtown LA. Upon your visit why not try out one of their fabulous ‘Ocean Breeze’ cocktails or a ‘Playa Picante’ whilst you to relax and take in the phenomenal view of LA's dreamy skyline.

Puro Beach, Palma
Chill out and take in the outstanding view of Palma Bay at the Puro Beach Club in Palma, Mallorca. Offering calming and stress free activities such as yoga, meditation, spa treatments and a delicious breakfast menu to enjoy after your morning workout, this seaside abode is the perfect place to unwind during your ladies holiday. As soon as the sun sets, Puro Beach turns into the ultimate night lounge as the cocktails begin to flow, the music starts to get louder and a night of dancing and delicious food takes place under the Mediterranean starry sky which will add an unforgettable experience to your vacation.


Ushuaïa Beach Hotel, Ibiza
Home to some of the biggest DJ performances and the best pool parties in the entire world, the Ushuaïa Hotel in Playa d’en Bossa, Ibiza is your go-to party destination this summer. Decorated with an oriental Japanese aesthetic and plush red velvet carpeting to represent the hedonistic status that runs throughout this elitist complex, the interior décor also features an outlandish theme throughout, with it’s array of multiple plastic insects that crawl across the walls of the hotel to represent their renowned Saturday club night ‘ANTS’. The Balearic island beach club also looks out onto the Playa d’en Bossa beach where the hotel has provided relaxing sun loungers and four poster beds accompanied by buckets of the most luxurious champagne to further the utterly fabulous aesthetic of the resort.



Nikki Beach, Marbella
Epitomize luxury lounging whilst on holiday this summer at the Nikki Beach resort in Marbella. Part of an established chain of beach clubs and resorts located across the world in the likes of St Barths, St Tropez and LA, this blissful destination on the coast of the Alboran Sea is a quintessential image of tropical paradise. With it’s immaculate white canopies complemented by fiery orange décor and tall swaying palm trees, Nikki Beach welcomes in the elite with its extremely unique atmosphere. Dine by the ocean in style by choosing a delicacy from the clubs sensational menu, which is full of mouthwateringly tasty dishes that are each presented in a superbly crafted manner.


Atlantis the Palm, Dubai
Overlooking the Arabian Gulf, the unimaginable under the sea themed ‘Atlantis the Palm’ offers a mixture of outstanding attractions to keep you entertained throughout your vacation. These distinctive attractions include the likes of a spectacular aquarium, the acclaimed Aquaventure water park and peaceful spa treatments for those who want to end their day with tranquillity. Furthermore, with a selection of exciting music events, the Dubai beach club also offers a thrilling nightlife filled with memorable performances that take place after sunset every night. The resort also has a splendid choice of smooth tasting cocktails which are pretty hard to say no to. Why not opt for the resorts signature cocktail, the ‘Nasimi’ which is a citrusy blend of lemon, vodka, fresh melon and midori and is the ultimate refreshment to cool yourself down with whilst you soak up the blazing Dubai sun.

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