With spring just around the corner, it’s time to start readying your spring wardrobe. The season of spring is about elegance, pops of color, and embracing the warmth. Both men and women’s fashion trends for the upcoming season are sophisticated and chic, and all about simplicity in style. Here are our picks for a spring…
Zurich is known for its rich culinary scene and fine dining establishments. Among them, Savoy Brasserie & Bar stands out. Located inside the Mandarin Oriental Savoy, Zurich, this brasserie offers a refined and unforgettable gastronomic experience. Guess what, I had the opportunity to lunch there recently. A Prime Location with Timeless Elegance Savoy Brasserie &…
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We’re halfway through January. Those of you who make resolutions are hopefully reaping the benefits or not feeling too bad if you haven’t quite stuck to them religiously. Personally, I don’t really make resolutions, probably because of the hesitation that I’ll not meet them! Instead, I like to have some general goals for the near…
A couple of weeks ago Loanne and I whisked my Mum away for her belated birthday present. The criteria were as follows; Sun, seclusion, a private pool with stunning views, not too far on a plane and somewhere blissfully relaxing. So not too specific… Ha! Our options were whittled down to one place that fit…
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Grease me up, buttercup! THE MOROCCO DIARIES, PART 9 of 10: THE ARGAN OIL ROUTE FROM MARRAKECH TO ESSAOUIRA Argan oil. Blessed liquid gold. The darling of the beauty industry – nourishing, lightweight, and versatile. Ladies in the know use it on their skin, their cuticles, in their hair. Myself, I’ve stopped washing my waist-length…
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Magical sunsets, turquoise water, and dreamy beaches – Greece is a popular summer vacation destination in Europe. Travelers love Greek cuisine, the laid-back lifestyle, and the untouched nature. Santorini, Mykonos, Crete, Athens, or Zakynthos? Where is the place to be? Here is our list of the 10 best luxury hotels in Greece, selected places where…
Five years ago, in February 2020, Jane and I met at the Australian Embassy in New Delhi where she had flown, all the way from Australia, to showcase Eight At The Gate wines to an Indian audience. I had been invited by the Embassy to taste Australian wines, and, hopefully, talk about them and introduce…
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I love Christmas, but I love the smell of Christmas even more than some traditions. But what smells like Christmas? Is it one particular smell? Or does it depend? I like having a bit of choice, so I have these 5 luxury Christmas candles side by side in my coffee table and light them depending…
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At one time, luxury travellers were happy to stay in a five star resort and rarely venture out. These days, luxury travel has changed dramatically and people are far more adventurous. They are now interested in experiencing local customs and food. The nature of luxury travel has definitely broadened in scope. This presents a challenge…
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Reading Time: 5 minutes When I initially purchased the HP OfficeJet Pro 7740, I chose it for its promised performance and quality. This semi-professional printer boasts impressive features like A3 printing, high-quality resolution, and user-friendly functionality. For a personal printer used sparingly—printing fewer than 200 pages per year—I expected it to last for years without…
