Entries by Helen Hayes

Hotel Review – Andaz West Hollywood

Andaz West Hollywood Where The Andaz West Hollywood is on Sunset Boulevard in the ever more trendy West Hollywood area. It is across the road from the Hard Rock Café and very close to The Comedy Store. Back story The hotel’s history dates back to 1963, when western legend Gene Autry decided to build the […]

Review – Dirty Dancing

Six words and the audience at Dirty Dancing lapses into loud applause, whistles and catcalls. Those words? “Nobody puts Baby in a corner,” of course. There are many moments like this in Dirty Dancing that has developed a league of fans since the suave and downright sexy Patrick Swayze danced his way across the screen back […]

Hotel Review – Banyan Tree Bintan Resort

Banyan Tree Bintan Resort Where Bintan Island is the largest of the 3200 islands of Riau Archipelago that lay in Indonesian waters near Singapore. It is a favourite weekend haunt of many Singaporeans and expats who want to enjoy a few days break away without stepping on a plane. It is also a perfect place […]

Hotel review – COMO Shambhala Estate Ubud

Where   COMO Shambhala Estate is a short drive from Ubud set in magnificent 9.3. hectares of lush tropical rain forest and manicured lawns and gardens that showcase at least 50 shades of green, from light mossy hues through to dark colours. Back Story The estate is located on the property formerly known as Begawan […]

Review – Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam

The Ship Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam The Cruise From Venice to Barcelona. What’s it like? VENICE is showing off tonight as we sail down the Grand Canal peering at twinkling chandeliers through windows of expensive hotels and Michelin-starred restaurants while gondoliers serenade tourists. Our sleek ship, Holland America Line’s Nieuw Amsterdam is taking her […]

Kick up your heels in Chicago

  Chicago sits on the south-eastern corner of Lake Michigan, with a shoreline of 42kms and a swag of white sand beaches which provide a striking contrast to the blue, blue water of the lake. The city was redesigned after being destroyed in the Great Chicago Fire in 1871 (caused by a cow apparently), and […]

Vomo’s new look

VOMO Island Resort reopened its doors in March 2015 following an extensive renovation to build on its world-class reputation. All Hillside and Beachfront Villas received a total makeover to bathrooms and bedrooms featuring chic handcrafted furnishings made exclusively for the resort, with bespoke daybeds, coff ee tables, mirror frames, cabana and new decks for the […]

Blue Kanu, Queenstown

This newcomer has burst onto the Queenstown dining scene in a big way, with its vibrant, artistic interiors almost as pretty as the surreal lake and mountain views outside. The cocktails are as cool as the menu is hot, with the cuisine termed ‘Polynasian’ – a delicious union of Asian and Pacific flavours. The entrees […]

Cocoa Island by COMO – photo gallery

Cocoa Island by COMO, Maldives Cocoa Island by COMO is an intimate private Maldives island resort with 33 overwater suites allowing you to slip right into the turquoise lagoon to explore an exceptional house reef. Encircled with powder white sand, the carefree, understated luxury experience includes holistic wellness treatments at COMO Shambhala Retreat, South Indian-influenced […]

David Beckham’s Instinct

David Beckham Introduces Instinct Gold Edition In 2015, David Beckham once again proves that anything is possible. 10 years, and 10 million bottles later, he proudly launches Instinct Gold Edition. This limited edition fragrance reinvents the best-selling Instinct scent, capturing the elegance, style and modern masculinity that is synonymous with David himself. The Instinct story […]

Avalon’s new Tapestry

  Avalon Waterways has launched its newest Suite Ship on the banks of the Seine outside Paris, bringing new levels of space and comfort to the rivers of France. Avalon Tapestry II was christened yesterday by best-selling US author Diana Gabaldon at the picturesque village of Les Andelys, marking the debut of Avalon’s successful Suite […]

State of Escape’s new bags

Shop for Mum for Mother’s Day Introducing you to two new additions to the Escape Collection – the oversized Cityscape and compact Flying Solo. Gorgeous additions to any winter wardrobe. STATE OF ESCAPE has expanded its coveted Escape Collection with the introduction of two new styles, the Flying Solo and Cityscape. The original, universal Escape […]