October 21, 2016
Shopping Portugal
I'm definitely planning a trip back to Lisbon. If you're a lover of vintage - you'll find a special treat there for...
October 17, 2016
Our Gorgeous Airbnb Stay In Portugal
We can't stop raving about this gorgeous little spot we stayed at in Portugal. Minimal, rustic yet designer-magazine-worthy and well organized and...
October 3, 2016
Off To Portugal & What I Packed
Helloha from Portugal! So super excited to try out my new over-sized beach bag, part of my next collaboration with Chill Winstan. (More...
September 27, 2016
Home Is Where The Good South African Wine Is
Well if I can carry on drinking Hermanuspieterfontein, then I'm at home here! (I've so enjoying their latest, Kaalvoet Meisie, 2015) It's...
September 19, 2016
Happy Monday & A Catch Up
Happy Monday! Mine will start off with a little walk along the sea with Harry, before dropping him off at school. We were really...
September 15, 2016
My New Backpack
We're gearing up to go to Portugal at the end of the month and I can't wait to get packing again; especially...
September 6, 2016
Our Stay In Sicily Part 3
For our last night in Sicily, we stayed in the gorgeous hotel, Le Calette, in Cefalu. A glass of prosecco at sunset,...
September 5, 2016
Our Trip To Sicily Part 2
If you missed Part 1, check it out here! I'm still dreaming about our week in Sicily. There is so much to do...
August 30, 2016
Our Trip To Sicily – Part 1
Just back from a week in Sicily and I feel like I was away for a month. The trick, no wifi -...
August 18, 2016
Off To Sicily – What I Packed
We're off to Sicily this weekend. Will post more details and pics when we're back - YAY! One thing I'm excited about are...
August 8, 2016
Dublin Hip Hotels
Ooh here's one for my bucket list. The Dean Hotel & Sophie's rooftop bar and restaurant are definitely going to be in my future!...
July 21, 2016
Waterford Wines
So I discovered this delicious Waterford Wine on our stay at The Cellars Hohenort. We enjoyed this mini bar spoil so much, I ordered a...
July 20, 2016
Take Charge Travel Bag
So excited to get my hands on one of these travel bags from Take Charge for our trip to Sicily next month....
June 23, 2016
Barrydale Hand Weavers
We did an incredibly scenic little day trip to Barrydale on our visit to Akasha. The Barrydale Hand Weavers made some good...
June 22, 2016
Our Stay At Akasha Mountain Retreat
Sorry if you're exhausted of my love for Akasha Mountain Retreat - but it truly is a special place! If you've not...
June 20, 2016
Our Stay At The Cellars Hohenort: Part 2
One thing that truly stood out from our stay at The Cellars Hohenort, was the decadence when it came to wining and...
June 16, 2016
Our Stay At The Cellars Hohenort: Part 1
Steeped in luxury and history, it was an absolute treat to spend two nights at The Cellars Hohenort! I was totally surprised by...
June 14, 2016
Our Stay At The Vineyard Hotel
Well, a mountain facing room at The Vineyard Hotel is a very special experience! Watching the sunrise while sipping coffee in bed,...
June 3, 2016
What I’m Up To Next
Hey :) THE SUN IS OUT in full force and so one must sit in it, bask in it, appreciate it! Dublin...
June 1, 2016
Skiathos Highlights
A few highlight from Skiathos. Seafront cocktail vibes. Very touristy but so pretty! Greek Yogurt! Amen! Loved exploring all the little side streets and back...
May 27, 2016
21 Entrepreneurs Series: No. 13 Me
So why interview myself? Well I thought we could get to know each other again! Some of you have been here from...
May 25, 2016
Our Stay At Villa Ella, Skiathos
Just over 10 years later, I return to Villa Ella in Skiathos with my little family! Heaven on earth. This relaxed, tastefully...
May 11, 2016
What I Packed For Greece With Only Hand Luggage
Traveling with budget airlines has you paying a whopping fee for luggage! So, we're beating the system and traveling with hand luggage...
May 10, 2016
Off To Greece We Go
We're off to Greece tomorrow - we'll spend a few nights in Athens at this cool, boutique hotel, Alice In Athens! ...
May 5, 2016
This Is Where We’re Going Next: Part 2
Next we will stay at this little surf shack near Ericeira in Portugal - so a little road trip along the coast...
May 4, 2016
This Is Where We’re Going Next: Part 1
So excited! We've just booked a trip to Portugal! in October. We'll be spending a few days at this gorgeous airbnb spot! Love...
May 2, 2016
Dublin Living
A little update and hello from Dublin. The sun is teasing us from time to time and the Spring blossoms shedding some...
April 28, 2016
My Winter Travel Wish List & What I’ve Learnt
Having traveled around Ireland on a few road trips now - here are a few things I wish we had with us...
April 4, 2016
South West Cork, Ireland: Long Weekend Exploring Part 3 Of 3
The next day we were off down the coast. Dotted with quaint little towns, green pastures, stone walls and rough seas -...
April 1, 2016
South West Cork, Ireland: Long Weekend Exploring Part 2 Of 3
Wow, we were blown away with Cork City - being with a toddler in bit of a rain-storm and seeing most of...
March 31, 2016
South West Cork, Ireland: Long Weekend Exploring Part 1 Of 3
We had the most awesome long (Easter & Birthday) weekend away in Clonikilty, County Cork; exploring the South West coast of Ireland...
March 31, 2016
Get Your Kilt On
It's the perfect weekender bag with your favourite blue jeans and Converse! Lusting after this Kilt Barrel Bag from Hertex Fabrics! ...
March 24, 2016
Wild Atlantic Way & Galway
We went away last weekend to explored the Wild Atlantic Way, part of it anyway. I have to say, the West Coast of...
March 21, 2016
3 x Dreamy airbnb Spots
3 spots I've added to my airbnb Wishlist! Next Door Kruger Lodge, South Africa Rye Cottage, Victoria, Australia Beach Cottage, Lisbon, Portugal...
March 17, 2016
Happy St. Patrick’s Day From Ireland
Happy St. Patrick's Day from Ireland! :) We're going cross country today for a little St Paddy's Long Weekend! Send you pics...
March 14, 2016
Yoga Kitchen Retreat
Hot on my list of things to do when I visit S.A. again, is the Yoga Kitchen Retreat in Swellendam! I'm definately...
March 11, 2016
Reflection Friday: The Magic Of airbnb
I've only recently really started getting into airbnb - and the more I began to look for cosy, cost-effective weekends away in...
March 7, 2016
South Africa’s Hidden Gems
Loved this article - not only because I got to share my favourite hidden gems (Here & Here), but because there are...
February 25, 2016
Back In Dublin
So we've been back in Dublin around 2 weeks now and settling in nicely - getting our heads around the minus-degree mornings. (Cushions...
January 11, 2016
Provence anyone?
Our very dear family friend is renting out her place in Menerbes, Provence, France - take a look, isn't it beautiful! For more details...
December 15, 2015
24 Days Of Christmas: Day 17
Klink in style this festive season with Hermanuspietersfontein! Seriously delicious - these wines are the perfect luncheon or sunset sippers! Now, 5...
December 8, 2015
Dealz, Dealz, Dealz
This time of year can really add up! Never fear! Picodi is here to help! Picodi houses all your favourite stores online...
December 4, 2015
Port2Port on Christmas
Port2Port, purveyors of fine wine are making Christmas super festive, and easy, with their specially selected cases! You can put the Full...
November 3, 2015
Black Box
Such a great gift for the up coming festive season - The Black Box from The Tree Snake Wine Co. Every month...
October 26, 2015
10 Things To Do
Have overseas friends coming to Cape Town? Or looking to go abroad on holiday? Check out 10thingstodo.in. I was honoured to be...
October 20, 2015
The Style High Club
One thing I've learnt on my travels and never knew before, are that the airline uniforms are actually designed by fashioned designers. Whether...
October 6, 2015
Klink, klink
Hope you've turned on the sunshine Cape town, or should I say Hermanus! Jumping on a plane today and coming to fetch...
September 30, 2015
Ready For Take Off
Didn't take me long to pop back for a visit! Ordered these cute luggage tags which are going to look so fun...
September 4, 2015
Magical Mauritius
I was quoted on Webjet about Mauritius! See what I thought about it here, and find flights, packages, more details & hotels on...
September 1, 2015
We’re In!
YAY! We found an apartment in a lovely little seaside town called Monkstown! So excited to play house-house now! Our shipment from...
August 28, 2015
Dublin: Fab Food Finds Part 2
Happy Friday! if you missed Part 1 - view it here! So after a night out in the famous Temple Bar District, breakfast...
August 24, 2015
Dublin: Fab Food Finds Part 1
Well at this rate, this could become a bit of a series. Found so many cool foodie spots. Some by chance, some...
August 19, 2015
Avoca: Part 2
SO last week I told you about Avoca - here's another store just off Graffton Street, one of the most popular tourist...
August 12, 2015
Avoca: Part 1
Found the best store ever! Avoca - food, fashion and everything beautifully and inspiringly packaged! This store is in Wicklow - at...
August 4, 2015
Lipault Luggage
So a little while ago I told you about Lipault Luggage, a fashionable little luggage brand from Paris. Well I got to test...
August 3, 2015
My First Bank Holiday
It's a public holiday in Ireland today! Have a fab week ahead everyone and catch you tomorrow! XX ...
July 31, 2015
First Week In Dublin
We arrived safely a week today! Wow, what a cool city. (I was last here as a student so very different) I've...
July 24, 2015
Hand Luggage
I'd be in transit from Dubai to Dublin now! And enjoying my Lipault backpack! Fashionable and handsfree with a toddler! :) Backpack, Lipault available...
July 23, 2015
And we’re off . . .
And we’re off!! Eeeeek! Here’s to new beginnings and adventures! See you on the other side! XOX (images via here) ...
July 9, 2015
The Final Count Down
So Harry and I are residing in Hermanus for now! The count down begins. 2 weeks till we're off to Dublin to...
July 7, 2015
And we’re off . . .
And we're off!! Eeeeek! Here's to new beginnings and adventures! See you on the other side! XOX (images via here)...
July 3, 2015
Akasha Mountain Retreat
Exactly a year later - I had the privilege of staying at the most magical place in the world, once again, Akasha Mountain...
June 17, 2015
Lipault Paris
Yes!!! Just in time for my travels! Lipault, a young and chic brand of luggage and handbags, launched in South Africa this...
June 3, 2015
Samsonite Lite-Shock
Also looking into a little travel? Perfect for the sophisticated explorer demanding quality and style, Samsonite Lite-Shock™ is strong and dependable with great...
April 2, 2015
WIN With Ordning & Reda
Get organised this Easter Holiday & travel in style with Ordning & Reda! WIN the below Ordning & Reda Travel Hamper containing a...
February 27, 2015
Zilwa Attitude: Part 2
The last of my Mauritius instalments, Zilwa Attitude was a chilled way to end. But, if you're a bokkie for sports -...
February 6, 2015
The One & Only Le Saint Géran: Part 3
To complete the most magnificent stay at The One & Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius - a romantic dinner on the...
February 3, 2015
The One & Only Le Saint Géran: Part 2
In Part 2 of The One & Only Le Saint Géran in Mauritius, I share with you the MOST magical spa experience!...
January 29, 2015
The One & Only Le Saint Géran: Part 1
Our next stop in Mauritius was The One & Only Le Saint Géran. It reminded me of old hollywood - so glamorous...
January 26, 2015
Shanti Maurice: Part 3
The last of my 3 part instalment of Shanti Maurice - a magical spot in Mauritius! Shanti means peace, and peaceful it...
January 21, 2015
Shanti Maurice: Part 2
We had the coolest experience at The Rum Shed, one of the many dinner options at Shanti Maurice. Modelled on the local...
January 19, 2015
Shanti Maurice: Part 1
We arrived in the dark at Shanti Maurice last Thursday, but awoke to this magnificent view. It's a fabulous time of year...
January 16, 2015
What I packed for Mauritius
Some of my Island Holiday essentials! 1.) Knomad for iPad Mini (With Power Pack) - a fabulous travel organiser that charges your iPad &...
January 15, 2015
I’m off to Mauritius
Today I'm off to Mauritius, staying at some exquisite, honey-moon styled spots (with a family twist :) ) Be sure to follow me...
December 24, 2014
Merry Christmas
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas! Happy, happy, merry, merry, clink, clink! (Image via here) xx...
December 19, 2014
Thank You & Happy Happy
Hip Hip Hurray! I'm going on leave today! (Image via here) Thank you for the follow! It's so appreciated and awesome to be able...
November 5, 2014
Gelukkie & Joy
Last week we had the pleasure of staying at the beautiful Gelukkie, a-la-retreat! A peaceful little haven on a farm just before...
November 4, 2014
My personalised Samsonite S’Cure 55cm spinner
Absolutely loving my Samsonite S'Cure 55cm spinner. Not only is it the perfect size to take onboard a flight, but it makes...
October 7, 2014
Win with KIM GRAY & CAVENDISH SQUARE
So in the spirit of World Design Capital and all things designer - Cavendish Square and I are celebrating with a fabulous...
July 24, 2014
Samsonite’s sophisticated Black Label Python collection
Samsonite’s sophisticated Black Label Python collection, with its signature animal skin pattern shell design, will be on South African runways soon. Combining...
July 2, 2014
Perfect Proposal Winter Special & Our Stay At Grootbos
We had the most beautiful weekend at Grootbos thanks to the Perfect Proposal Winter Special. ...
June 26, 2014
WIN your object of desire and a trip to Paris with Häagen-Dazs
Luxury iconic brand Häagen-Dazs is giving you the opportunity to win an object of your desire to the value of R5,000 ...
June 6, 2014
Akasha Mountain Retreat: Part 2
So firstly, if you missed Part 1, here it is! Akasha Mountain Retreat is a Moroccan love affair - Cape Moroc style! It's...
June 5, 2014
Akasha Mountain Retreat:Part 1
So I've had the privilege of reviewing and staying at some top spots, but this has to be one of my ultimate...
May 20, 2014
Perfect Proposal Winter Special
The Perfect Proposal is teaming up with four top-notch boutique hotels and guest estates in and around the Mother City to offer...
December 25, 2013
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas! Wishing you love, light and laughter XOX image source...
December 4, 2013
Advertorial: Inspiration to start a guest house
Always wanted to start your own guest house? ...
November 22, 2013
Abalone House Boutique Hotel & Spa
We had the MOST amazing weekend at Abalone House this last weekend. It's homely yet plush and so friendly and relaxing....
November 20, 2013
Advertorial: GetSmarter Career Guide
In 2014, the concept of a career has changed so much from what it used to be. We are now responsible for...
November 19, 2013
Advertorial: Splendours of India
Calling all you ladies who deserve some time with your BFF’s – Experience the Splendours of India at a very special rate...
November 7, 2013
Our stay at Casa Simelia on Woestkloof Farm
Last weekend we spent the MOST relaxing weekend at Casa Simelia on Woestkloof Farm with its breath taking 360° views of the...
August 14, 2013
Fresh, happy, tasty by Jane Coxwell
When one of your best friend launches a cook book, well you get to brag! Now not only am I bragging as...
July 2, 2013
Oude Werf Weekend Market Package
A few weekends ago I got to stay at Oude Werf Hotel in Stellenbosch. They are running a Weekend Market Package which...
June 21, 2013
Travel craving
I have an intense craving to go overseas and be in the sun somewhere, preferably by a pool or on a beach,...
February 19, 2013
Travel with puma
Now this is some sexy travel gear. This February Puma Introduces the rugged yet charming fly-fishing inspired PUMA Catch Grip Bag and...
January 31, 2013
Postick
What a novel idea! Ever tried to select a post card on holiday that explains your entire experience? Now you can send...
January 23, 2013
Prince Albert: Part 1
So we were off to Prince Albert last weekend for our 5th wedding anniversary and stayed at 2 gorgeous spots! I've been...
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