498. Recent Life

Finally, here is a long awaited "recent life" post! Very overdue as it contains photos over the past few months. Basically everything from since I came back from my trip to Italy until maybe 2 weeks ago (yes I'm still behind lol - I have to split up the posts due to too many photos). I'm not even done posting all my Italy posts either. Once I am caught up with everything I want to start blogging more often and doing shorter posts, so this blog can be more like a diary again. We'll see. By the way I only recently realized it's already the middle of July now and we're already more than halfway through 2016. I've been so busy with work these days I haven't had much time for other things like hobbies and side projects, and it makes the time go by so fast for me. I'm working on trying to better manage my time and finding a good balance. After July should be better for me though..anyways here are a random assortment of photos found on my phone:



























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497. Canada Day Weekend!

For Canada Day weekend last week, I finally had the chance to visit one of the places (in Ontario) that I've been wanting to go for a few years already - Point Pelee. I found a photo of the boardwalk and thought it was so cool. I really love marshes and wetlands. Point Pelee is at the southernmost tip of mainland Canada. It was about a 4 hour drive away. We stayed for one night (at a cute B&B). On the first day we went to Wheatley Provincial Park for a campfire and our own fireworks. The second day we went to Point Pelee Pelee National Park for the boardwalk, walking trails and visiting "the tip". On the drive back we stopped at a farm for strawberry picking, stopped at another farm for cherries and cherry pie, stopped at a barn for an antique flea market, before coming back to Toronto. Fun weekend overall! I didn't take a lot of photos but here are some:








There are apparently all types of wildlife here but we only saw a lot of different birds, and dragonflies. I wanted to see a blue heron and a mink but unfortunately didn't.





I really enjoyed walking through this trail but there were sooo many insects and ticks around. I was constantly on the lookout for getting bitten (I get insect bites a lot!). It was a really nice walk though and on one end leads to the beach.



We then took a shuttle to the very tip which to be honest wasn't very impressive to me..


Strawberry picking!


Eating the strawberries & cherries on the beach





& a few days ago visiting the Aquarium!

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*6 Dream Destinations every Luxury Traveller should Visit*

Those of you who have followed my blog long enough will know I love travelling - especially luxury travel. But luxury holidays aren’t simply about staying in a top-rated hotel or visiting a beautiful location. They’re about having an experience that’s completely designed around you, fulfilling your desires and exceeding your expectations from the very beginning. In collaboration with luxury travel specialists, Exsus, we have put together a list of my personal six Luxury Destinations every Luxury Traveller should Visit! This list includes a few of my favourite locations that I have visited in the past, as well as a few of my dream places to visit.

1. SANTORINI: For those who are looking for the ideal post-summer break, there’s Santorini; an island in the southern Aegean Sea around 120 miles southeast of Greece. What makes this island stand out is that it is, effectively, the remains of an enormous volcanic eruption that occurred around 1620 BC. These days, you can see how the whitewashed villages have been built along the caldera, to a stunning effect. For many, it is a top destination to see some of the best sunsets in the world. Santorini is my dream destination for a romantic holiday.


2. PRAGUE: Prague has become a real favourite amongst travellers looking to sample a rich cultural heritage. While places like Paris are often touted as the most romantic cities on earth, Prague can also hold its own in the conversation. It has a unique history in cinema, music, and theatre and remains a must visit for anyone with an interest in the arts. I've visited this fairytale city once and have been looking forward to returning someday ever since!

3. MOROCCO: Making the trip from Tarifa, the southernmost point of Spain into Morocco may only be 8.5 miles, but it can seem like a complete culture shock once you make the official transition from Europe into Northern Africa. Many luxury travel planners can arrange a tour of the country’s world-famous marketplaces filled with enticing spices, jewellery, and other exotic goods. Unfortunately I have never visited Morocco but it is high up on my travel list.


4. BORA BORA: Bora Bora is one of small islands that make up the Society Islands in the South Pacific Ocean. The region is known for its white sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and range of luxury resorts, which makes it a popular honeymoon destination. Its secluded nature really does give the feel of your own private oasis. Ever since I've discovered the existence of Bora Bora, it has also been on my list of top romantic holiday destinations. The turquoise blue waters look stunning in photos. I can just imagine how much more mesmerizing it would be in person.

5. HONG KONG: The experience of visiting Hong Kong has changed greatly in recent years. It has long been a melting pot of different cultures that made it a joy to visit, but it now has an abundance of top luxury accommodation options as well. Whether you want to go shopping, enjoy the nightlife, relax on the beach, or take in some of the local festivals, there’s something for everybody here. As my family is from Hong Kong, I have been lucky enough to visit several times over the years. As I grow older, I have also grown to love it even more.


6. TANZANIA: I have saved the best for last; going on safari in Africa is my ultimate travel goal. Tanzania is perhaps the number one location for luxury safari trips. Every year, around 1.7 million wildebeest cross over from the Serengeti in what is known as the Great Migration. It’s one of the Seven Natural Wonders of Africa, and you will witness one of the most incredible wildlife experiences on the planet. Ever since I've watched the BBC's Planet Earth documentaries (many years ago), Tanzania has always been a dream of mine..which I hope will come true in the near future!!

*Images Courtesy of Exsus Travel*

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