The Monday Piece - Puppaccino and Brunch

This week's Monday Piece is on puppaccino and brunch! On Saturday Togo and I met the girls for a brunch situation in Worcester, I had a stunning mocha and breakfast toastie whilst the little one enjoyed his first puppaccino and lots of flirting with the ladies. It feels so good to get back out again :)!

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The Monday Piece - A Vintage Louis Moment

This week's Monday Piece is a vintage Louis moment! I do enjoy a little luxury fashion, especially handbags (they always fit!) - so when I saw this little Louis Vuitton Papillon I had to invest. The 25cm barrell size makes it the sweetest thing to carry in the nook of my arm and the classics monogram print will look so crisp with an all white outfit :)!

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The Monday Piece - Sustainable Holiday Choices

This week's Monday Piece is on sustainable holiday choices! The last year has led consumers to be much more sustainably focused, the public are becoming consistently more engaged and putting their money where their mouth is. With travel on hold for the best part of the last year, sustainable options are becoming more favourable. Whether that be supporting independent businesses or choosing an environmental option.

Small group tour specialist, Rabbie’s (www.rabbies.com), specialises in sustainable travel and has shared its top tips to consider when booking an eco-friendly holiday.

1. Consider your mode of transport

While it’s hard to resist the temptation of a self-drive holiday post-pandemic, this convenient way of getting around is not the most eco-friendly. Travelling using communal transport modes, such as by small mini-bus, is a much more fuel-efficient option to reduce your carbon emissions while travelling. Domestic coach tours are a great way to explore the country and visit destinations off-the-beaten track in a sustainable way by lowering the number of independent vehicles on the road.

2. Visit smaller communities

Steer clear of tourist hot-spots and opt to visit destinations that are typically out of reach. Areas outside of the standard sightseeing trail have been hit especially hard by the pandemic. Tourism spend is worth so much more to these smaller communities and sustainable travellers have an opportunity to really make a difference to the lives of locals. Consider taking a trip to areas such as the Isle of Wight, North Wales and the lesser-known lakes of the Lake District.

3. Leave no trace

Particularly important when choosing to visit natural beauty locations, travellers should aim to leave places as they found them (or in some circumstances, in a better shape than when they arrived). Travelling on a small group tour allows for groups to avoid making loud noise and let nature’s sound prevail. A local, knowledgeable guide will help to ensure that travellers respect the communities being visited to ensure an enjoyable journey for those on the tour, as well as those who will visit next. With so many amazing natural beauty locations to visit across the UK such as the woodlands of the Peak District National Park and the beaches of Lewis and Harris, it’s vital to preserve these destinations for years to come.

4. Choose a responsible operator

Selecting to holiday with a sustainable and morally-sound operator will ensure you’re making the world a better place through travel. Tour companies with substantial green credentials and responsible travel initiatives are a great way to reduce the impact your travels have on the environment in which you are visiting. Small-group touring company, Rabbie’s, have environmental protection as a core focus of the business. The company even taxes itself £10 for every tonne of CO2 they use, with staff then voting on which community or environmental project this money should go towards each year :).

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The Monday Piece - Kensho Mykonos

This week's Monday Piece is on Kensho Mykonos! Following the recent Government announcement, Greece will open its borders in May, bringing a beacon of hope that travel will resume considering all European health measures and regulations.

Kenshō Mykonos is ready to welcome guests again this summer, and with two exquisite properties to choose from with a plethora of offerings, it’s not hard to see why it’s a first-class booking choice.

The brand is home to Kenshō Ornos, a beautiful boutique paradise, offering 10 suites and 25 picture-perfect rooms, just south of Mykonos town, yet in complete privacy.

Think star-lit turquoise pools, state of the art décor inspired by Cycladic heritage and dusted with a modern twist, a tranquil and somewhat magical underground cave spa, unparalleled fine dining, juicy cocktails, glamour, elegance, calmness and care. Kenshō Ornos offers guests their own little slice of heaven.

The restaurant oozes sophisticated and ease, dine under the Myconian sunset, poolside, and tuck into ‘Tacos de Atun’, crunchy cones filled with tuna and spicy miso ‘Namelaka Tanariva’ a sumptuous dessert, flavoured with ginger ice cream.

During the day, bask under the warm sun on your own private terrace with hot tub. Enjoy a cold glass of fizz whilst listening to chilled beats from the in-suite iPad, installed in each and every room. Or, treat yourself to an afternoon at the heavenly cave spa, release your tension in the Hamman, enjoy a signature Himalayan Rain Body Cleanse or pamper yourself with a mani, pedi and blow dry for a special night out.

Head southeast of Mykonos town, to find the most breath-taking clear-sea and sandy beach, home to Kenshō Psarou, the elite retreat. A newcomer on the island, but the crème de la crème nonetheless, Kenshō Psarou is sure to “wow” even the most discerning traveller.

The rich and famous come to ‘flock and dock’ their yachts, to soak up the Grecian sunshine, whilst enjoying the finest hospitality one could ask for. Psarou is in a league of its own, with awe-inspiring décor from sought after designers, an award-winning top-class chef, chilled vibes, soft sexy beats, shisha and impeccable service – Psarou really is, a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The hotel, which is still in its infancy, is a dream-destination for design lovers and artists. Each and every one of the 31 luxury rooms has an independent infrastructure and is home to bespoke design. Pieces by distinguished designers such as Patricia Urquiola, Paola Navone and Kenneth Cobonpue fill each carefully allocated space. Stylish aesthetics and soothing shades of cream white to sea blue flow into the hotel’s affluent restaurant area, where handmade tables, chairs and alcoves with suspended ceilings appear to float in mid-air, creating an exceptional ambiance for fine dining.

On the subject of fine dining, Myconian award-winning chef, Ippokratis Anagnostelis provides a masterclass on modern Mediterranean cuisine infused with Greek, Japanese and Peruvian flavours. The ‘Orzo Langoustines’, ‘Wagyu Tataki’ and famous ‘Profiteroles’ with gold leaf, are out of this world.

For lovers of ambience, Psarou’s Lounge Bar provides the perfect spot to unwind and relax. The hotel’s impressive beverage list, light bites and awe-inspiring live music, make for a favourable afternoon spent in style.

Kenshō Psarou is not only home to world-class rooms, it also boasts a stunning 4-bedroom villa, raising the bar even higher. This gem has already taken the fancy of many an elite and A-lister, and it’s not hard to see why, with its jaw-dropping panoramic sea views, private pool, outdoor garden, and impressive terrace. Luxury services include a private chef, private transport, personal spa therapist (try the Chinese face massages with natural lifting and full body massage with hot shells and honey – you’ll never look back!), personalised hair stylist, private butler, boat trips around the island and beautiful Delos island, BBQ events, nutritionist and lifestyle consultant, helicopter and yacht hire, to name a few.

Although this seems something out of a James Bond movie, or too good to be true, YOU deserve to spoil yourself this summer, with a trip of a lifetime :)!

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