Sun Siyam Olhuveli in the Maldives

Lest I dream… a pipedream or fantasy. Powder white sand, fluttering palm trees and water of a hundred turquoise shades kissing the sky on the horizon as it extends to […]
The Sun Siyam Pasikudah

On the eastern coast of Sri Lanka slow tourism is waking up, introducing the inquisitive traveller to pathways less trodden and experiences to engage with real rural life. Once an […]
The 7 Stages of a Bespoke Facial

Sophia Christie checks out the beauty scene, a market saturated in cleansers and creams, super serums and SPFs, Botox, fillers and potions with promises, all in the pursuit of looking good. What’s […]
Luxury Wellness in an Austrian Castle

Above me they floated gracefully, striped and slinky in vivid shimmering colours. With fins flapping, they sveltely waltzed between coral, serene and slow, mesmerising me into a meditative state. This […]
A VIVA Cruise on the Rhine

The sun sparkled on the surface of the Rhine while hill-top castles floated by, swans stared territorially and we relaxed on sun loungers next to tables cradling glasses of chilled […]
New Wellness Experiences At The Mandarin Oriental, London

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London has launched a host of new wellness offerings designed to complement existing award-winning retreats and treatments. These services and new wellness experiences at […]
Implement 5 Tips To Create Balance And Harmony At Home Through The Art Of Feng Shui

Do you have the flow in your home. Do you feel happy, balanced and in harmony? Capture and instil the ancient practice of Feng Shui in your living spaces. Feng […]
The 12 Benefits Of Outdoor Saunas Set In The Stunning Scenery Of Scotland

Explore Fife with its Scottish heritage and the coastal villages of East Neuk Relieving stress, reducing tiredness and re-energizing are the benefits of outdoor saunas, especially so if set within […]
A Wellness and Cruise Partnership with Crystal Cruises

The Rhythm of Health on a Crystal Wellness Cruise Breathe in, breathe out. I synchronised my breathing with the ocean’s rhythm over the 3,971 nautical miles and 14 days at sea […]
Serene and Calm, A Slow River Cruise In Search of Venetian Treasures

Gleaming teak speed boats zip past, yellow water taxis follow in their trail causing a gentle swell as Venice wakes up to another morning. The clouds parting politely to allow […]