I will assume that the next time we are all free to travel safely, our travels will be chosen more wisely, perhaps even purposely. I, for instance, have decided that my first travel will be within the Country, maybe somewhere in Napa to support the economy which is taking a big blow, to say the least. My second trip, however, will be of course to Europe. And it will be for the sole intention of indulging. The Spa at Rosewood Castiglion del Bosco looks like the perfect place to offer me that.
I know I just came back from Paris and I shouldn’t be thinking about traveling right now, but no one says you can’t dream. I’ve been wanting to rent a villa together with friends somewhere in Europe, in either France or Italy, for a while and when I come across a photo of this gorgeous villa in Sicily yesterday I couldn’t help but dream. Villa Valguarnera is according to Conde Nast traveler, the most romantic hideaway in Sicily. I totally agree and you probably will too once you see the images of this stunning villa.
Villa Valguarnera appears to have stopped in time with dilapidated walls that make the villa feel like a remnant of a very glamorous era. And in fact, it is, albeit part of it dark. In the 17th century, Sicily was the preferred summer retreat of Palermo nobility then after World War II, the area became a Mafia base. Today the villa belongs to Princess Vittoria Alliata di Villafranca, her many-times-over-great grandmother built the villa in the 18th century.
We got back from the south last Friday, and you may think that while heading north temperatures would get more chill, but the opposite was true. Temperatures across the US are scorching hot, and although many still decide to not believe in Global Warming, it’s something to think about, to say the least. In the ideal world, the government would believe science, and we would all be in this fight together. On the other side of the world; however, there are still places that do everything with sustainability in mind and all without sacrificing style. Case in point Quinta Da Comporta: Wellness Boutique Resort is a sustainable signature project envisioned and designed by renowned Portuguese architect, Miguel Câncio Martins.
One of the villas with the characteristic thatched roof.
Saint-Tropez has been a famous jet-setters’ spot since the late 1950s. Names such as Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin were typical holidaymakers of the glorious black and white summer shots – and some were even residents. Nowadays, you’re more likely to spot celebrities such as Kate Moss, Elton John, Beyonce or even Leonardo DiCaprio in Saint-Tropez.
Known for its unique beach lined coast and verdant interior, Uruguay is definitely a must visit South American country. The beautiful culture of this country is like no other, and one of their most visited places would have to be Jose Ignacio. This upscale, classy, and a bit flashy village turned resort has recently been visited by some of the wealthiest celebrities and business tycoons around the world. From the cocktail bars, spas, 5-star restaurants, exclusive beach resorts, and state-of-the-art fitness centers, José Ignacio will definitely give you a vacation experience like no other. If you’re planning to travel to José, here are a couple places you must visit and things you should do to get the best out of your experience.
Kitesurfing scene at Laguna Garzon
On every list I’ve ever read about what makes us happy, having friends is always one of the top ones on the list. Spending time with friends is needed in order to A- Increase our sense of belonging and purpose. B- improve our self-confidence and self-worth, and C- help us cope with traumas and serious illness. Source. Friends are also a lot of fun and spending fun time with them requires planning. Planning a weekend away for you and your girls can be stressful. How do you make sure that everyone is happy? Even though you’re all best friends, it doesn’t mean that you all have the same taste in getaways. Trying to keep all of your friends happy starts with choosing the right place to go and the right things to do – once you’ve settled on a budget. There are lots of things you can do. You just need to take into account what sort of things your group enjoys and what your goals are for the getaway. Are you planning to reconnect, relax or just have as much fun as possible? Keep reading for four ideas to plan a fun girlfriends weekend getaway.
