Perfect time for a holiday... Mykonos

We've heard of pop up fashion shops, pop up jewellery shops, pop up cafes, pop up bakeries,...  well how about a pop up hotel!  And if you're going to go down the road of a hotel, then why not in Mykonos in the sun?  Oh how I wish I was winging it there now...

If you want an authentic experience in the Cyclades then this is offers you just that as your best option.  We all know Mykonos is well known as a party island but this designer accommodation allows for a sophisticated laid back approach to island hopping.  Sure you can still party with the best of them (if you're up for it) at any one of the islands bars and restaurants, but you can also luxuriate in some beautiful bohemian inspired surrounds.

The look is rustic and refined; the views reviving and soothing... it's just understated luxe - you know, don't scream about it, just enjoy it!

"Its like visiting the summer home of your coolest friend..." - the photos tell the story.


More images at San Giorgo website here.

A Room With A View... Sifnos & the Aegean

Who will join me for a quick drink under this shady spot?

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Perfect time for a holiday...Kenya

Because its such a lovely warm day in Melbourne today, where else would you rather be ... well maybe somewhere just as warm with a view over the Indian Ocean perhaps?

This holiday beach house is located on the Lamu Archipelago in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Africa.  Renovation of the  house has been sensitive to its surroundings with a nod to the Arabic influence of the area.  Imagine sitting under a palm tree whilst gazing at the colour of the bougainvillea on your right and enjoying the scent of the aromatic ylang ylang across the way.

The house caters for family or friends (up to 12 people) with 5 rooms all with views of the Indian Ocean.  A large kitchen on the ground floor and a terrace for dining and of course, the obligatory pool.  Four staff members are on hand to pamper you during your stay.

It sounds as though it is catering to travellers in search of an authentic experience; there are no cars in the 17th century town of Lamu (unesco world heritage site), but a maze of alleyways to explore, a fish market to sample local produce and unspoilt white sand beaches for swimming, snorkelling, surfing, fishing, or sailing.

I think it looks like somewhere James Bond might hang out for a few weeks while he recuperates after one of his adventures!

How is that view from those arches?   Just heavenly...

via welcombeyond via responsibletravel

Colour me, Lilac

My most favourit-est colour in the spectrum - a yellow based lilac... it always does wonders for my complexion.

Hope you're easing yourselves into a new week.  Enjoy!

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Blue skies

Just finding something cool and breezy to wear on such a hot day is a bit of a challenge I think... and although we don't all find ourselves waking up on a beautiful secluded island, its nice to manage the heat in style...

Myer promo via Vogueaus

Perfect time for a holiday...Mauritius

Endless sunsets, balmy weather, glistening horizons, shady pre-dinner drinks and a stylish interior...L'ilot is a luxurious villa on its own private island in Mauritius.   Take your pick of the 4 bedrooms and then relax on one of the 3 verandahs and take in the scenery.

via travelfiles via l'ilot

Perfect time for a holiday...Thailand

With only 5 luxury villas situated at Koh Tao in Thailand,  Casas del Sol, offer beautiful sunset views, minimal stylish interiors, and a relaxing holiday getaway.   More pictures on the links below.

Enjoying the sun-drenched deck

Minimal and stylish interior

Great solid wood dining table

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