Who? Gocheganas Wellness Village
What? Enjoy a truly relaxing break at Gocheganas Wellness Village, a spa out in the wilderness of Namibia. As well as big game safari, Gocheganas offers access to spa facilities such as crystal bath, hydrotherapy bath and a vichy shower. There is also an extensive range of treatments available.
When? Open year round
Where? Gocheganas Wellness Village, Central Namibia, Namibia
How? Visit www.gocheganas.com for more information
Who? Queen of the Hive What? Queen of the Hive’s Face Contour Cream is perhaps one anti-ageing treatment for the brave – it contains organic Manuka honey and bee venom. The bee venom is used to “fool the skin into thinking that it’s lightly stung” to induce tightening of the muscles and therefore creating a natural lift. The Manuka honey meanwhile is antibacterial and will soothe the skin along with the marshmallow root. Priced at £52 for 50ml. When? Available now Where? Online at www.wedderspoon.com or in store at John Bell & Croyden How? For more information visit www.queenofthehive.com
Who? eBay.co.uk What? eBay.co.uk have recently launched their new Collections feature where users can pick out some of their favourite eBay pieces to create a collage. Think Pinterest except you can buy everything you collect – all you need to do is click the “Add to collection” button on the item that you’re browsing. Life in Luxury have been one of the first to try out the feature in the UK and have loved playing around with some of the fashion pieces (but of course you can create a collection of anything you want). We’ll admit, it was a touch confusing to start with but once we got the hang of it, it got pretty addictive. The…
Who? Hostal Nicolas de Ovando What? Delve into a real bit of history at Hostal Nicolas de Ovando, the former residence of the town’s founder Governor Nicolas de Ovando. The hotel is an UNESCO site and is situated on Calle Las Damas, the first paved road in the New World. Retaining much of of the original structures, the extremely spacious hotel boasts a quiet colonial charm. When? Open year round Where? Calle Las Damas, Cuidad Colonial, 10211 – Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic How? For more information, see www.hostal-nicolas-de-ovando-santo-domingo.com Ten photos from Hostal Nicolas de Ovando Fly via KLM
Who? Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa What? If you thought the Maldives were all about relaxing on the beach then Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort and Spa will certainly change your mind. The resort has launched a series of cultural tours around the islands of the Maldives. Guests will have the opportunity to explore Addu city by bike, learn about the history of the Island of Gan, visit the farms of Meedhoo Island or soak in the nature on Villingili’s nature walk. Prices from £34 per person. When? Available now Where? Villingili Island, Addu Atoll, Republic of Maldives How? For more information, see www.shangri-la.com/male/villingiliresort Fly via British Airways
What? Superstart Booster and Prevage anti-ageing intensive daily serum set. Priced at £190. Where? Available online from Elizabeth Arden
Who? Estée Lauder What? Estée Lauder has recently launched their new fragrance, Modern Muse to great fanfare. They say that “a Modern Muse is strong and confident, enhanced by her own intrinsic femininity and individual style. She is the heroine of her own life, always following her own instinct”. Well, we certainly can’t argue with that. When? Available now Where? Available in store and online How? To purchase, visit www.esteelauder.co.uk Watch: Modern Muse by Estée Lauder
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