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by Bianca A hazy afternoon in London, high-rise apartment blocks in the distance, wading through a meadow of knee-deep wildflowers dressed as an astronaut. No, this isn’t a surreal dream; it’s a beekeeping workshop at Woodbury Wetlands with The Local Honeyman. Did you know that you can try beekeeping in the UK capital? There are,… Read More What’s The Buzz About London Beekeeping?
by Bianca Lovely lavender, as far as the eye can see. Swaying in the breeze. Just outside London, lies the beautiful fragrant fields of Castle Farm and The Hop Shop. A burst of purple and scent amid the rolling green fields of the UK’s Kentish countryside. How to get there There are a few different… Read More Lavender Fields Forever
by Bianca Two grand macaron cafés sit side-by-side on Paris’ famous avenue, Champs Elysées. Although both Ladurée and Pierre Hermé feature a stylish interior and, most importantly, a delicious selection of macarons, they offer their visitors a very different macaron experience. While Ladurée represents the decadence and grandeur of tradition, Pierre Hermé stands for contemporary… Read More Macarons of the Champs Elysées
Help filmmaker/dancer Camille Mỹ Giang take her beautiful Tahitian dance story from page to pictures as she raises funds to create a new short film, The Vahine: https://www.ulule.com/lavahine/ Camille is a French-Vietnamese filmmaker who developed a deep love of Polynesian dance when she moved to London and discovered London School of Hula and ‘Ori (LSHO).… Read More Script to Screen: Camille Mỹ Giang’s Tahitian Dance Tale
If you’re searching for an enchanting little escape this weekend, wandering through a haze of blossoms at Jo Malone London’s special event could be the just the ticket. The British fragrance house’s new multi-sensory event is inspired by their new Blossoms Collection of floral fragrances, including Orange Blossom, Star Magnolia, and their brand new sunshine-soaked scent Frangipani Flower.… Read More Jo Malone London’s #BrilliantBlossoms event
October sees a wave of Pacific Island-inspired events wash over the capital. 250 years after Captain Cook’s first voyage to Oceania in 1768, it’s a chance to discover the ancient histories and arts of this region that existed before the encounter and learn the impact it’s had since. It’s a history that’s transformed over the… Read More A Wave of Oceania Events Arrives in London
by Bianca Nowhere does beach-chic quite like Mykonos. From the style-conscious crowd that fills sand-fringed dance floors to the polished yet rustic decor of the luxury beach clubs, good looks are high on the agenda. Although there’s a lot more to the Greek party island than glamorous bars, including the beautiful natural scenery and outdoor… Read More A Micro Guide to Mykonos Beach Clubs
by Alice Mariscotti-Wyatt The Bathing Ship, a swimming pool which floats in the Spree, has long been one of my favourite places in Berlin. But since moving here I’ve discovered this city has a whole lot more weird, wonderful and beautiful pools. Perhaps it’s because Berlin is at least 2 hours from the coast, but… Read More Swim in Berlin
by Bianca Urban meets aquatic along the beautiful coastal walk that winds its way around the western edge of Lebanon’s capital city, Beirut. Lined with palm trees and looking out across the glistening Mediterranean Sea, a stroll along the attractive Corniche walkway is a great way to spend an afternoon in Beirut. You’ll find locals… Read More The Corniche: Beirut’s Coastal Promenade
by Bianca Earlier this month, dancers from all across the globe gathered in Paris for Europe’s largest Polynesian dance competition. Linked to the Heiva competitions, the two-day Heiva i Paris extravaganza held at the Bobino Theatre in Montparnasse is now in its fifth year. It sees troupes competing in front of a panel of judges… Read More Heiva i Paris: A celebration of Tahitian dance
