” THE PURPOSE OF LIFE IS TO LIVE IT, TO TASTE IT , TO EXPERIENCE TO THE UTMOST, TO REACH OUT EAGERLY AND WITHOUT FEAR FOR NEWER AND RICHER EXPERIENCE ” – ELEANOR ROOSEVELT With the start of 2024 I knew I needed some digital detox of some way. While technology has undoubtedly enriched our lives in many ways, it’s also important to disconnect and recharge. The dream is to embark on a journey to discover the essence of living in 2024. In the world filled with endless distractions and constant busyness, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. As we navigate through the hustle and bustle of ..read more

” TRAVEL IS’NT ALWAYS PRETTY. IT IS’NT ALWAYS COMFORTABLE. SOMETIMES IT HURT, IT EVEN BREAKS YOUR HEART. BUT THAT’S OKAY. THE JOURNEY CHANGES YOU, IT SHOULD CHANGE YOU. IT LEAVES MARKS ON YOUR MEMORY, ON YOUR CONSCIOUSNESS, ON YOUR HEART AND ON YOUR BODY. YOU TAKE SOMETHING WITH YOU. HOPEFULLY, YOU LEAVE SOMETHING GOOD BEHIND” – ANTHONY BOURDAIN. I had just recently returned from visiting Egypt country 19 of 195 and nothing prepared me for what I experienced in Egypt. I did a lot of research on Egypt before my trip. A lot of blogs and articles have both positive and negative things to say abou ..read more

” BUILD TRADITIONS OF FAMILY VACATIONS , TRIPS AND OUTINGS. THESE MEMORIES WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN BY YOUR CHILDREN ” – EZRA TAFT BENSON. The last family trip we went to was in 2018 to Thailand thanks to the pandemic. Fast forward to 2023 we needed a week of fun, sun and food, so we chose Cyprus Paphos as the destination. We visited Cyprus in August and it was very hot and busy. The food was amazing and beaches really stunning. We did not do a lot of sightseeing or exploring but did visit local area late afternoons due to heat. We spent the whole week by the pool and stuffing ourselves with yu ..read more

” VENICE – ONCE WAS DEAR , THE PLEASANT PLACE OF ALL FESTIVITY , THE REVEL OF THE EARTH , THE MASQUE OF ITALY ” – LORD BYRON. Summer 2023 I travelled to Venice in Italy. Italy was never on my bucket list for 2023, but when a cheap flight popped up on my emails I could not resist. As a Black woman I have often seen blogs and social media posting by other people of colour talking about their experiences in Italy. I guess that is one of the reasons it took me so long to visit Italy. I travelled with a friend. We had 3 days 2 nights to spent in Venice. How we got there: We flew from London Stanste ..read more

” THERE’S THE OPPOSITE OF EVERYTHING, BUT IT STEMS FROM LOVE AND IT STEMS FROM PASSION” – MARY-KATE.LOOK 4LOOK 16 THE ROW where do I even begin with this brand. The Olsen sisters did it again. Season after season the sisters are getting better, stronger and continuously leaving their mark on quietly luxurious pieces. With Winter 2023 collection they have given us tailoring, luxurious fabrics, draping and that effortless edginess. The focus was more on the outerwear pieces. Oversized, sculptured shapes and layers of dreams I say. The line up confirmed that The Row brand is here to stay. LOOK 21 ..read more

“REAL FASHION CHANGE COMES FROM REAL CHANGES IN REAL LIFE. EVERYTHING ELSE IS JUST DECORATION” – TOM FORD. I cannot believe it is autumn season again. If I had said it before, I will say it again. Autumn is my favourite season. It’s been a while since I have shot any street style fashion and I missed it. Few days ago I had a chance to test shoot for a photographer friend. It also worked out in my favour as I got to wear this beautiful lounge suit by Deiji Studio. I could think of so many ways how I will be styling this linen suit in the future. I am also excited to see what this Australian bra ..read more

” LIFE WAS MEANT FOR GOOD FRIENDS AND GREAT ADVENTURES ” – UNKOWN It was good visiting my old home town of Cheltenham. For one night only we decided to stay at No. 131 Cheltenham. The hotel is part of The Lucky Onion Group. LOCATION The stylish boutique hotel is located in the middle of Cheltenham near The Promenade within the Montpellier district. INTERIORS AND DECOR When we first arrived it was so confusing due to the big tent that is at the forefront of the beautiful Georgian townhouse. It took us a while to work out the actual entrance through the tent, through the temporary door , up the ..read more

” PEOPLE DON’T TAKE TRIPS , TRIPS TAKE PEOPLE – JOHN STEINBECK If you are reading this post you must have plans to visit Edinburgh in Scotland. I love Scotland and have lived in Scotland for six months. I also have visited numerous times. Edinburgh is a beautiful city and worth visiting. By the end of your trip you will fall in love with the architecture, the accent and humour. Lastly do not forget to sample the food. Below is the list of things you can do in Edinburgh in 72hrs. HOP ON HOP OFF BUS TOURS VISIT EDINBURGH CASTLE THE SCOTCH WHISKEY EXPERIENCE TOUR AND TASTING VISIT NATIONAL MUSE ..read more

” THE WORLD IS A BOOK AND THOSE WHO DO NOT TRAVEL READ ONLY ONE PAGE” – ST AUGUSTINE. It was so good to start 2022 with a bang. In February we visited Edinburgh Scotland with a friend. It was a last minute decision and we decided on a road trip to Edinburgh. We book ourselves at the Dunstane House a boutique hotel with an authentic Scottish soul. The Dunstane Houses compromise of two houses. The Dunstane House and a sister house across the road the Hampton House. LOCATION We drove from South Wales to Edinburgh and the Dunstane House was so easy to find. On arrival after dropping the bags we we ..read more

“ WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU DID SOMETHING THAT FELT LIKE THE FIRST TIME? “ I can feel how nervous I am writing this blog post. That how most of us feel when doing something for the first time right? Not that it’s the first time for me writing a blog. A year ago today I decided to take a break from my blog, whether that was a right call or not I am still deciding on that. All I know is I needed a break, that what my gut was saying to me. And I did just that. Took a year long break. Today I woke up very happy and excited to continue this journey again. Now that I have explained my year long sil ..read more