Are you planning a journey to the fascinating Chilean capital? Follow our tips and discover the best affordable places to eat.from Fine Dining Lovers
Sunday, March 31, 2019
Affordable Luxury: Santiago, Chile
Are you planning a journey to the fascinating Chilean capital? Follow our tips and discover the best affordable places to eat.from Fine Dining Lovers
The Priceless Gift from the Ocean: Solitude & Comfort
“I find there is a quality to being alone that is incredibly precious. Life rushes back into the void, richer, more vivid, fuller than before.” ― Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Gift from the Sea Seventeen months had passed since I last laid eyes on the Pacific Ocean, felt it dance over my boots, heard the lapping of the waves […]
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A Guide to Boston for INTA in May 2019
If you’re an intellectual property lawyer who focuses on trademarks and brand protection, chances are that you’ll be heading to Boston, Massachusetts from May 17-23, 2019 for the annual International Trademark Association (INTA) Conference. While much of your time will be spent in meetings, events, and hosted dinners, you may still want to stroll through […]
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Ten Ways Instagram has Changed my Travel Habits
I have confessed before that Instagram has changed the way I travel and while this may have negative connotations to some, to me it is only positive. Enhancing the way I travel, collecting memories and seeing things in a different light. This month as part of our travel link up on ‘habits’ I want to look at how I specifically changed my travel habits since becoming so bloody obsessed with Instagram!
1. How I Choose a Hotel
As you know for me a hotel isn’t just a place to stay or a simple place to lay my head, it can really make or break a trip. When I choose a hotel I’ve always opted for one that is known for great service, has a good location and top amenities. Of course, aesthetics and style has always been important to me… I always take a look at what my room will look like first! But nowadays a hotel doesn’t have to just be pretty and stylish, it also has to be Instagrammable! So what could this mean? Lots of flowers, a great view at breakfast, interesting architecture, bright colours, something unique, a really cool pool? All of these add to the Instagrammability (is that a word) of the hotel. Here’s a few of the most Instagrammable hotels I’ve stayed in. 
Il Sirenuse in the Amalfi Coast.
Giraffe Manor.
Kasbah Tamadot in the Atlas Mountains.
Jade Mountain in St Lucia.
2. Where We Eat
I am a dedicated foodie so I will always choose where to eat based on how good the food is… but if the restaurant is pretty or has a great view well that doesn’t hurt either as it’ll look great on Instagram! If there’s somewhere I really want to eat BUT I don’t think will make it to the ‘gram, I’ll generally eat there in the evening and save the ‘grammable place for lunch when the light will be good.
Some of my favourite grid-worthy restaurants have been:
GB Roof Garden at Hotel Grande Bretagne.
Aroma in Rome.
Ice Q in Solden.
Zass at Il San Pietro di Positano.
3. How I Plan What To Do
Before Instagram I used to pour through Lonely Planet guides and websites looking for the best places to go and activities to incorporate into a trip. I still do that… but I also use Instagram to find pretty locations that will suit my theme and grid. I have lots of ways of searching Instagram for these ideas, such as checking the feeds of my favourite bloggers, checking locations and hashtags and checking local accounts. I make mood boards in the saved section of Instagram and refer back to these when looking for picture ideas. A few spots that I found by searching the ‘gram: 
Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona – I’d never heard of this colourful spot before it popped up on my feed. 
This gorgeous spot in Paris.
Di Ponte Umberto which I discovered through Brooke from World of Wanderlust.
4. The Time I Get Up in the Morning
I never thought I’d be one of those bloggers who got up at the crack of dawn to get the perfect shot but when Laura and I went to Rome we agreed that’s what we’d do to get our perfect photo of the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. As girl who loves her sleep, I was dreading it but not only did I get great photos, I experienced these beautiful monuments without the crowds and stress.
5. Going Somewhere Specifically for *THAT* picture
Admittedly I’ve never actually travelled somewhere for one specific photo… though I would and places like Lago Di Braies, Neuschwanstein Castle and Lake Bled are on my wish list. I’ve seen people ranting on Twitter about other people who go to destinations just to get the one picture but personally I don’t see anything wrong with going somewhere just cos you want a pretty picture, and if you want to be in that picture, well you’re not doing anyone any harm! You’ve got a great picture for your grid and a fantastic memory.
6. Going Against the ‘Gram
Conversely sometimes I want to visit destinations to actually go against the ‘gram… I mean how many times have you seen Santorini, the Amalfi Coast, Marrakech and the Maldives on Instagram? I know there’s a formula and these places work but it’s this over saturation of seeing places like this constantly that made me want to go somewhere totally different… which is one reason why I chose the Atacama Desert and Patagonia last year.
As I expected, I didn’t get the same level of engagement on these photos as I did for over water villas in the Maldives, white washed buildings in Santorini and views of the Amalfi Coast but I felt like I’d done something different and I’m not just like everyone else.
7. Going on Press Trips
Of course I never went on press trips before I had my blog or Instagram. I’m not a qualified journalist or professional photographer so I couldn’t quite believe I’d be invited to travel the world based on the fact people like my photography and writing. On these trips (sometimes I’m paid and sometimes I get experiences in exchange for content) I strive to get the best content possible in return for what I’ve been given. Most recent press trips have included:
Jersey.
Solden in Austria.
Hotel Eden in Rome.
Morocco.
8. Who I Travel With
I’m very lucky to have made close friends on the Internet and my Instagram and blog have introduced me to new friends and people to travel with who have the same interests as me.
I had such a great time visiting Rome with Laura, staying at the Pig on the Beach with Lauren and my trip to Bovey Castle with Emma and Binny. 
And then there are all the wonderful people who I met on press trips, who I never would be encountered before.
9. I Take More Risks
Ok I’m not talking actual risky risks but since Instagram became an integral part of my travel plans I push myself more. Now I’m certainly NOT talking hanging off of trains, swimming with sharks or climbing up high walls – I’m the most risk averse person ever so that’s simply not me. What I mean is trying new food, stepping out my comfort zones and doing things that are risky to me personally, not stupid stunts to get a death defying photo.
10. Taking Better Photos
Quite simply it’s become a habit of mine to take better photos than I did before. Starting a blog meant I alway made sure I got photos of the room before it was thrown into disarray but starting to take Instagram seriously meant I created more beautiful set up photos that not only give me good ‘gram fodder but create really wonderful lasting memories.
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Luxury travel news this week
Here’s a round-up of luxury travel stories that have caught the eye this week. To make sure you receive these new weekly alerts in your web browser, please click on the red bell icon in the bottom right hand corner of the page and click ‘subscribe’ (works on desktop only – for other ways to […]
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A Greek lake vacation
A relaxing lake holiday is a great way for couples, individuals and families who want to get away from the busy city life and enjoy a nature vacation by a picture-perfect lake. The fun lake activities and the trekking paths surrounding the lakes are elements that can turn a calm vacation into an adventurous one. […]
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The Legends Suite at Boston’s Fenway Park: Sweet Suites
Boston Red Sox fans, this sweet suite is for you. Watch the game with a Red Sox legend and enjoy four front row Green Monster seats! The Legends Suite at Boston’s Fenway Park is the premier, day-of-game suite rental package in all of baseball. Costing from $22,000 to $11,000, depending on the game, the suite […]
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Tour Chris Evans’ Los Angeles House
Chris Evans, the star of Captain American and the upcoming Avengers: Endgame, lives in a stunning house overlooking Los Angeles. The walled and gated estate sprawls over almost 4,600 sq. feet and has 3 bedrooms, 4 baths, a pool and spa. On the west coast, Chris Evans lives in Laurel Canyon in a recently renovated […]
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5 Greek castle towns that have stood the test of time
Greece is home to hundreds of well-known monuments and archaeological sites, most of which can be found in travel guides. However, this article aims to provide a more in depth look into Greece’s lesser-known landmarks, its castle-towns, which are rarely mentioned in the conventional tour guides. The towns that will be uncovered further down, made […]
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Of History And Mystery: Pursuitist Travels To The Catherine Palace, Near St. Petersburg, Russia
Saving some of the most exceptional experiences for last, our Viking River Cruise, Waterways Of the Tsars, ended in St. Petersburg aptly called the Venice of the North. The city was conceptualized by Peter the Great, on a marshy river delta of all places, in 1703. Though many thought he had lost his mind, the […]
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Exclusive Interview With Top Chef Stephanie Izard
As one of America’s most outstanding female chefs, Stephanie Izard knows how to inspire, captivate, and cook up a storm. The first woman to win on TV’s “Top Chef,” she’s also the chef and owner of the acclaimed Girl & the Goat restaurant in Chicago specializing in nose-to-tail whole animal cooking. After mastering her art […]
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Top 50 Restaurants For Seeing Celebrities
Want to dine like the stars or increase your odds of seeing one? Urbanspoon has collected the best restaurants for celebrity sightings in a culinary map to the stars. Compiled from user data, reviews and expert commentary, the list of top 50 restaurants and cafes for star-gazing spans nine cities across the US, including New […]
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George Clooney Is Boycotting These Luxury Hotels…
Oscar-winning actor George Clooney has called for the boycott of nine luxury hotels in the US and Europe with ties to the sultan of Brunei. Next week, the Brunei controlled nation will implement a law making gay sex and adultery punishable by death. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah rules the oil-rich monarchy with full executive authority, and […]
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Top 10 Pins of the Month
Pinterest will forever and always be my favorite social media platform. Why? Not only is it constantly refreshed with the best design out there, but of all the various social media channels, it’s the only one that’s never let me down. I go there whenever I’m needing a little inspiration, but on the same token, I also love providing that inspiration for you, my dear readers. Which is why I love highlighting what you guys have found the most pin-worthy.
Feast your eyes, because you guys have some fantastic taste. Here are March’s top 10 pins.
Coming in at number 10 is a photo from a recent spring-inspired tour from a family home tucked away in the heart of Paris. Swoon.
This magical home tour is just another reason to love Amsterdam. Perhaps it’s next on my places to visit?
Wanting more corner office space inspo? Find this photo and more in this post.
I’m not surprised you guys are loving this bright and fresh home tour because it’s owned by Minted founder & CEO Miriam Naficy who clearly has excellent taste.
Not to toot my own horn, but this charcuterie board we made back in 2015 is a masterpiece. Find it and a recipe for the perfect Aperol Spritz in this post.
Turns out you guys love the kitchen of Kris Jenner as much as I do. Though it was designed by the extremely talented Waldo Fernandez and Kathleen & Tommy Clements.
Give me all the al fresco dining spaces. This one landed on a recent list of all the things I’m loving right now.
Is there anything more refreshing than a bright white workspace that inspires?
You guys must be loving the outside-the-box vibe as much as me because this photo came in at number two from a recent home tour of a loft in East London’s Shoreditch neighborhood.
And the most pinned image is this stunning minimal street style shot I grabbed as inspiration for what to wear while visiting Sweden. I have to say, if the most pinned image wasn’t going to be an interior shot, I’m glad it was this one.
If you’re loving this kind of post, be sure to check out our top pins from 2018.
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Daily Dream Home: Bradenton
Waterfront splendor meets elegance and grandeur in this four-bedroom home in Bradenton, Florida where beautiful south-facing views of downtown Sarasota, the Ringling Bridge, Lido and Longboat Keys are showcased from nearly every room. Step inside where open spaces accommodate relaxation and entertaining with equal parts finesse. The gourmet kitchen has Wolf, Sub-Zero, and Miele appliances, […]
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Spring 2019 Shopping Guide
Spring’s newness, its fresh start that arrives with an extra boost of energy is an annual gift to each of us to incorporate into every aspect of our lives. Whether it is applying it to our homes, our gardens, our careers, our goals or our wardrobes, seizing this gift can feel as though magic has […]
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Saturday, March 30, 2019
The Week in Bites 31st March 2019
We look back at the stories that made Fine Dining Lovers - from Asia's 50 Best Restaurant list 2019 to 3D sushi. Here is a taste of the Week in Bites.from Fine Dining Lovers
A Star is Reborn: Hotel Lutetia Sets a New Standard for Hotel Design in Paris
Signaling an exciting new era of Parisian chic, the iconic Hotel Lutetia has reopened its doors with an artfully neoteric design and a renewed spirit to match. Recently taken over by Set Hotels—a group known for the exquisite revamps of mult
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Restoring Laid Back Luxury to Key West at the Ocean Key Resort & Spa
Key West is one of the most unique destinations in the United States, a place where heritage, history, geography and culture combine in a place that is continually thriving yet in no danger of becoming a mere caricature of itself; unlike other loc
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Brunch At Ladurée Soho
Ladurée Soho, the iconic Paris-born pâtisserie/cafe’s first American restaurant, is a delicious and charming destination for brunch. Named one of the “100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America” by OpenTable diners, Ladurée Soho is the perfect brunch location to gather with family and friends in French flare. New York‘s new Ladurée is over 2150 square feet, […]
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The Chanel Pharrell Collection
Your first look at the Chanel-Pharrell capsule collection is here The musician, designer and entrepreneur debuted his Chanel-Pharrell collection at Chanel’s newest boutique in Seoul. See the urban capsule collection highlighting Pharrell Williams’ longterm relationship with Chanel The Chanel Pharrell collection is available at the new Seoul flagship Chanel boutique from March 29th, in select […]
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Chanel’s Boy Friend Watch
Having achieved iconic status in the watchmaking industry since its launch in 2015, Chanel’s Boy Friend wristwatch for women has been redesigned to feature a dial that looks like tweed, which is a highly significant fabric for the French fashion house. The new Boy Friend was unveiled at the Baselworld luxury watch and jewelry fair, […]
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Inside Norway’s Under, The World’s Largest Underwater Restaurant
It only just opened this week, but the world’s largest underwater restaurant, built in the icy waters of Southern Norway, is already booked solid through to October. After much fanfare, restaurant Under had its soft opening this week, attracting gastronomic elites to the remote Lindesnes municipality in the southern tip of Norway for its grand […]
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James Bond Going Electric With Aston Martin Rapide E
Instead of 007 making his grand entrance to the sound of a roaring V12, Daniel Craig will be driving an almost silent all-electric Aston Martin Rapide E in the next, newly eco-friendly James Bond film. On Wednesday UK-based newspaper The Sun reported that the “total tree-hugger” film director Cary Joji Fukunaga decided that 007 will […]
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Daily Dream Home: Coral Strand
Coral Strand is a well maintained cooperative condo complex in Hawaii’s desirable direct oceanfront Gold Coast. This grand residence at Coral Strand features expansive lanai-like rooms that open to stunning views of the Ocean and Diamond Head. The impressive 3,676 square feet of interior living space with almost 70 linear feet of ocean frontage is […]
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George Clooney is Boycotting the Sultan of Brunei’s Hotels
George Clooney is calling for a boycott of the Sultan of Brunei's hotels following harsh anti-homosexuality laws, he's continuing 2014's #StopTheSultan. Will it work?
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Ibiza Hidden Gems | What to See on the White Isle
Ibiza, also known as the White Isle, is famous for its nightlife, yet there is another side to the island …
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Friday, March 29, 2019
New Tudor Black Bay Chrono S&G – The Neo-classic Steel & Gold chronograph
The new Tudor Black Bay Chrono S&G is a neo-classical chronograph thanks to its blend of traditional aesthetics and modern watchmaking codes
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Asia's 50 Best 2019 top 10 in 10 dishes
From #1 Odette to Burnt Ends, feast your eyes with a selection of amazing signature dishes from the top 10 of Asia's 50 Best Restaurants 2019 list.from Fine Dining Lovers
Friday Finds: Spring Fling
If this is the season of new beginnings then I certainly feel like many a brand new thing is starting to poke up out of the ground after a long, dark winter. Hopefully by summer I’ll have a veritable garden of opportunities from which to pluck.
But as I was recently reminded, what you take time to water, grows, so that’s why I’ve been a little mia this week. I do hope you’ll forgive me.
There are just so many good things that I can see just beyond the horizon…it’s easy to forget to also pay attention to and enjoy the present moment.
But here are a number of things I truly enjoyed around the interwebs this week. And I’m looking for a low key weekend before my son turns four (I’m gonna have a four year old – how did that happen??).
CB2 is getting into the vintage goods game and I am here for it.
Bobby Berk launched a new website and it’s all kinds of good. Particularly this kitchen. (please tell me you’ve already cried your way through the new season of Queer Eye.)
Emily Henderson also revealed her mountain house kitchen and now i really want a mountain house. Or at least a new kitchen to design.
Green kitchens are also having a moment.
And I think I need a kitchen with a fireplace in it (can you tell I’m obsessing).
Instead of a mountain house maybe I should shoot for a beach cottage.
I’m still working on my Scandinavia recap, but HonestlyWTF already has me wanting to hop a plane to London.
And I’m officially planning a June trip to Puglia, Italy. Do you have any tips you can share with me??
A modern approach to spring cleaning.
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Avocado au naturel
Gin tonic uni
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