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A Day in Nusa Lembongan, Bali
If you’ve been to Bali more than once, sooner or later you’ll want to venture out and check out some of the neighboring islands. While some are popular among the backpackers and party crowd, others are quieter and perfect for families and newlyweds. With 11 days booked in Bali, my husband and I knew we wanted to check out either one of the Gili islands or one of three islands on the southeastern coast of Bali (Nusa Penida, Nusa Ceningan or Nusa Lembongan). We wanted to make it a day trip, so after some research, we settled on Nusa Lembongan, an island close to Bali and supposedly, an untouched paradise.…
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Bali: Return to Paradise
“Why did I ever leave Bali?” I was asking myself looking out of the window at London’s grey sky after returning from almost a 2-week holiday. This is probably a question many people ask themselves after visiting the Island of Gods. The more I spend time in Bali, the more I am falling in love with it and everything it has to offer to my wandering soul. From lazy sun lounging on a beach, swimming under the waterfalls and kayaking in fast rivers to rejuvenating at a yoga retreat and hiking mountains – Bali has it all! Having been to Bali once before (read my previous blog here), my husband and…
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Celebrating 40th: My Secrets to Looking and Feeling Young
This weekend I am celebrating a big ‘0’ anniversary – I am turning 40! Yikes! For many women, including myself, entering 40s can be a bit intimidating. While I am pondering on what I’ve achieved in the last 4 decades of my life and where I want to be, my friends and colleagues find it hard to believe my age. So today, I thought I would share my top 5 insights on what has helped me to look and stay young physically and mentally. 1.Healthy body Having good genes (my Mom is 60 and nobody believes her age!) and being slim built helps looking younger my age and is something I…
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72-Hour Guide to Spain: Lanzarote
Lanzarote is one of those places where you know you will have a good relaxing vacation thanks to its chilled vibe and balmy climate, with average temperatures around 22ºC. Unlike other, bigger Canary islands, such as Gran Canaria and Tenerife, Lanzarote is much quieter and friendlier for couples, families and retirees, and makes a perfect European getaway. Also, in my husband’s family, Lanzarote holds a special place as they have been spending summer vacations there for many years in a row and it feels more like a second home. Day 1 As we landed in Arrecife, Lanzarote’s small capital, we picked up our hired car and hit the road. The first…
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Blueberries and Ricotta Pancakes
Today I woke up and felt like having pancakes! Normally, on a weekend I would make banana pancakes or Belgian waffles, but I remembered having some ricotta cheese in my fridge and an easy recipe for ricotta pancakes I saved on Pinterest. It was a perfect excuse to try them out and oh, boy, I am glad I did. They came out so delicious and fluffy with mouthwatering blueberries bursting in the mouth that I had to share the recipe. INGREDIENTS 225 gr plain flour 185 gr ricotta cheese 2 eggs 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 tsp baking powder pinch of salt 375 ml buttermilk (you can also use kefir or…
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TSV Tips: DIY Pom Poms Sandals
With summer approaching fast, I was thinking of getting new summer sandals – something fun and colorful. Instead of buying a new pair and inspired by my Instagram feed, I decided to make my own pom poms sandals that will work both for city adventures and exotic getaways. Today, I am excited to share my super simple guide on how to make your own pom poms sandals by using inexpensive and accessible materials. Ever since Dolce & Gabbana, Aquazurra and other designers featured pom poms in their collections, pom poms have taken high street fashion world by storm. Source: Dolce and Gabbana Dozens of high street fashion brands replicated the trend in various interpretations,…
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London Gems: ‘Diana: Her Fashion Story’ Exhibition
There are hundreds of new exhibits opening in London every year. But there is always one that creates a lot of buzz and everyone is looking forward to. This year Londoners have been waiting for the opening of ‘Diana: Her Fashion Story’ at the Kensington Palace with much anticipation. The exhibit is part of the series of events commemorating Diana’s life and paying tribute to the 20th anniversary of her tragic death. It takes visitors through her 25 pieces of her much praised wardrobe and explores Princess Diana’s style evolution from a shy young woman to a international fashion icon. On a sunny April day I set off for the Kensington Palace…
