Best Hotel Gyms
Who is going the extra mile? Here are the best luxury hotels and resorts that have turned their gyms into swanky destinations for your sweat sessions. Matakauri Lodge, New Zealand www.matakaurilodge.com Spectacularly situated on Lake Wakatipu, Matakauri Lodge’s luxury fitness centre offers enchanting views of Lake Wakatipu. Although you’re only seven minutes from […]
Rooftop Rendezvous
The World’s 10 Sexiest Rooftop Bars Epic vacations aren’t complete without a trip to a seriously great bar, but busy bars, crammed crowds, and no room to breathe is seriously unsexy. Consider taking your cocktails to new heights and enjoy a night under the stars at one of these exclusive rooftop bars. With some killer […]
Gone Glamping
Trade in your sleeping bags for camping with resort-style amenities. Written by Rachael Kuhl These destinations take camping to a whole new glamorous level. Think treehouse oases, private massages, and 24-7 concierge service. Roughing it? Not in the slightest! Mile End Glamping Margaret River, Western Australia www.mileendglamping.com.au If camping under the stars sounds […]
Hipster’s Guide to NYC
The unofficial “hipster” capital of the world, the Big Apple offers some of the trendiest hotels, shops, and attractions. If you’re keen on independent music labels, vintage clothes, and artisanal coffee (a.k.a. a hipster), the following guide will help you to discover NYC at its best! Top knots and beards not required! Shop ODD Boutique […]
Island Insider : Destination Fiji
Paradise Found The heart of the South Pacific, Fiji is on our luxury list with these five resorts suitable for honeymooners, beach lovers and adventure seekers. Paradise is only a flight away! Written by Theresa Duncan Turtle Island www.turtlefiji.com Located in the Yasawa Islands, Turtle Island Resort Fiji is perhaps Fiji’s most unique resort. […]
Surf-Centric Getaways
Whether you are an avid surfer or a beach bunny who prefers to watch from afar, these five destinations are perfect for catching a great wave and a great time. Sultans, North Male, Maldives Come springtime, surf enthusiasts flock to this Maldivian paradise in the hopes of riding the most exclusive surf break […]
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Your skincare sorted from A to Z
Dr. Kate Jameson, Cosmetic Physician and the Medical Director of Youth Lab, Australia’s premier medical aesthetics clinic, has our go-to skin guide from A to Z. AHA’s – Alpha Hydroxy Acids are what helps dissolve and exfoliate the top layer of dead skin cells off the surface of the skin so that new skin cells […]
The Bride Guide
The Ultimate Countdown to Flawless Skin You’ve finalised everything from flowers and invitations to dresses and suits. Now all that’s left to get in order – is you! Preparing for a wedding can be stressful and certainly take its toll on your skin. Many brides suffer from breakouts, lack luster skin tone and dullness as […]
Tips To Calm The World
Spiritual Guru Cristina Dam’s Tips To Calm The World By Carlos Lacayo The morale of the world is at an all-time low. With the current state of affairs, human beings are feeling mentally, spiritually. and physically drained. Spiritual guru, Cristina Dam is fully aware of this and is here to help. Dam is the owner […]
Catwalk Shakeup
The 5 trends ruling the runways — the trick for wearing one now? Start with classic gorgeous pieces – then make it personal by adding your own streetwise twist. The Seventies Black and White Kimono-esque Coats Off the Shoulder Minimalist Sporty
Cucumber Gin & Tonic Popcicles
Beat that summer heat with this refreshing snack. Popsicles scream summer… now imagine it spiked with gin and crisp to the taste with cool cucumbers. This recipe is sure to be a crowd pleaser and help you get through the rest of those scorching summer days. Ingredients 3 cups tonic 1 1/2 oz. gin […]
Summer Watermelon Balsamic Slushies
Ingredients (makes two cocktails): 3 oz vodka 1/2 oz lime juice 1 oz simple syrup (1 to 1, sugar to water) 1/2 oz balsamic vinegar 2 cups watermelon cut into 1-inch cubes (~ 10.5 oz by weight) 1 pinch of salt 2 cups ice (~ 8 oz by weight) Sprigs of fresh mint for garnish Directions: Start by […]
