by Stephanie on January 27, 2012
Looking towards the Viceroy Anguilla on Meads Bay
We can hardly believe our trip to Anguilla is over. We had an incredible three nights on the tiny Caribbean island and can see why it’s a favourite vacation spot of celebrities like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, Sandra Bullock, Marchesa designer Georgina Chapman and Ellen Degeneres. Besides having gorgeous sandy beaches, it’s got a low-key atmosphere, friendly people and the food is amazing! Whether you’re here for a romantic week for two, a girlfriend getaway or family vacation, there is a hotel here for you. We choose 3 of our favourites for every type of traveller. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 26, 2012
One item we’ve been obsessed with lately is the coloured pant. A great alternative to your traditional denim, it’s a statement look that translates very easily from day to night, making it a perfect item to pack on your next trip. It can however, be tricky to figure out how to style, which is why we’ve come up with 4 different looks for 4 coloured jeans. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 25, 2012
A Wonderful Room at the W Paris.
We can’t think of a better date for the W Paris to open its doors then on Valentine’s Day. Located in the Opéra area of the city between the Galeries Lafayette and Le Printemps department stores, this 91-room hotel has all of the luxury you’d expect from the W, including rainforest showers, iPod docking stations, and let’s not forget the stunning views onto the City of Lights. For views of the magnificent Opéra Garnier book yourself into a WOW Suite that also comes with a separate living area and white marble bathroom.
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by Stephanie on January 24, 2012
Whether you’re planning a cold city getaway or a beach vacation, sometimes the easiest way to brighten up your look is with a bold lip colour. On the Spring 2012 runways, there were plenty of fresh and playful choices from the orange hues at Rick Owens, Jeremy Laing to the bright pink shades at Nanette Lepore, Betsey Johnson and Nichole Farhi. Next time you’re jetting off, try incorporating a punchy lip colour into your travel ensemble. It’s the fastest and most compact way to change up your look. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 23, 2012
A look from Prada's Spring 2012 collection.
Planning to be in Paris over the next couple days? If so, may we suggest popping into Prada’s newest venture — a 24-hour pop-up museum. Designed by Milan-based artist Francesco Vezzoli and Rem Koolhaas’ think tank AMO, the museum opens tomorrow, Tuesday January 24, 2012 at the Palais d’Iéna in Paris and closes Wednesday, January 25 at 8:30 p.m. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 20, 2012
We’ve recently shared our love for the cross-body bag and the ballet flat, so it’s only natural to include another travel must with you: the printed scarf. As we’ve mentioned before, we love travelling with a scarf as it makes a stylish addition to your wardrobe and helps keep you cozy from the chill of the airplane. While a solid shade always does the trick, a little colour doesn’t hurt sometimes too. Whether it’s a striped pattern or cool tie-dyed style, a printed scarf is a travel essential. Here’s 9 we’re loving now. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 19, 2012
The delicious sampling of treats you'll get at Afternoon Tea. Photography Justin Harrington.
This past Sunday, we had the opportunity to enjoy a late afternoon tea at the Windsor Arms in Toronto. One of our favourite spots in the city to enjoy this British tradition, we both opted for an Earl Grey tea (in our opinion the best variety for afternoon tea) to accompany our delicious selection of mini sandwiches, petits fours and to-die-for scones. To our surprise the tea ended with a perfectly sized dish of fresh strawberries and whipped cream. We were seated in a private room, which was intimate, cozy and very red! With doors to shut out the rest of the dining room, it’s a perfect space for a bridal or baby shower.
Speaking of tea, we recently wrote a piece for Dabble Magazine on the Best Places for Tea, so we’ll keep you posted on when the issue launches!
Interested in having high tea at the Windsor Arms? Tea runs every day of the week with seatings starting at 12:30pm. A full afternoon tea Monday to Friday is $30/person and on Saturday and Sunday is $38/person.
by Stephanie on January 18, 2012
Jessica Simpson liked to travel with Daisy.
Most pet owners will tell you they hate leaving their furry friend at home while on vacation. And for the most part travelling with your pet can feel like more hassle than its worth, especially if you’re flying the skies, however, with more and more hotels including all W Hotels and all Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts being animal-friendly, it makes it that much easier to bring along your pooch. If you are planning on jetting with your pet, you do need to be prepared, so we’ve gathered 6 tips on how to handle airplane travel with an animal.
1. Visit the Vet
Even if your pet is in good health, it’s not a bad idea to bring your pet to a vet prior to the flight. Not all animals are meant for air travel, so a quick consultation isn’t a bad idea. Many airlines suggest against tranquilizing your pet, but if your concerned, the vet can determine if this is a good idea and prescribe sedation. Also, if you’re travelling on a U.S. airline you’ll need to have documentation from your vet indicating your pet has a clean bill of health — no more than 10 days from the day you fly, so don’t book that appointment too early. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 17, 2012
We can’t think of a more travel-friendly shoe then the ballet flat. Besides being comfortable, they’re easy to slip on and off when you’re passing through airport security and will come in handy if you plan to do a lot of walking at your final destination. Whether you plan to pair them with skinny jeans and biker jacket like Sienna Miller, or with a trench and black pants like Emma Watson, don’t be afraid to try a bold shade, fun texture or pretty details. Here are 8 we’re loving now. [click to continue…]
by Stephanie on January 13, 2012
Recently we wrote about the best airports for a layover, which in case you missed it great to know if you’re stuck in Amsterdam’s Airport Schiphol (AMS) or even the Vancouver International Airport (YVR). But what if you’re travelling for business not leisure? In that case your probably more interested in the best cell reception and free WiFi. Instead of telling you, we thought we’d share this cool infographic we recently came across. One thing we didn’t like learning is there’s no NY airport with free WiFi. [click to continue…]
