I had seen Sintra on Instagram. I had seen Pena Palace more specifically and I had my sights set on going to this colourful castle set high above the trees. What I never knew is that yes, while Pena Palace is a sight to see, the rest of Sintra is equally entrancing, equally beautiful. Serra…
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Lisbon! The Luxurious Beginning
Day 1 of my holiday and I already feel like a brand new woman. I arrived at my hotel in the evening yesterday, with a long day of travel behind me. A couple of months earlier, I had decided to spoil myself to a luxury hotel; coerced by the delicious looking breakfast, the extra large…
A Florentine Love Affair
I’m absolutely besotted with Florence. It’s a little crazy actually. I was there in January and then, actually went there twice this month. I just find its streets, it restaurants, its views, its people, the light, the colour, the buildings….tantalising, enthralling, breathtaking. Having my heart set on getting back there, when my mum and I…
Whimsical Deia
I have been lucky enough to have spent six months in Palma. We have been in shipyard mode, which means we have an unusual routine, for yachties, Mon-Fri, 9-5, with weekends off. Normal for the average human, not so normal for us. And so, my adventurous side has been tantalized in every way, taking hikes…
Istanbul: The discovery of Light, Colour & Miellies on wheels
Just when you thought you knew the definition of light and colour, you hit the streets of Istanbul. You walk the streets and are presented with a kaleidoscope of colour at every turn. We are so lucky that we have been docked incredibly centrally, with a panoramic view of the city and its delights unravelling…
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