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Looking for the best things to do in London and the Cotswolds? Discover my favourite vegan restaurants, cafés, hotels and travel recommendations.
Ibiza is one of my favourite places, filled with magic, stunning beaches, great weather, and incredible plant-based food. I've enjoyed wonderful family holidays and girls' weekends there. I’m excited to share my top recommendations with you!
I’m just back from a very blissful month in Bali. It was a spur of the moment decision to go but it seemed from the moment I was staying with my brother Jamie White in Canggu and went up to Ubud twice for retreats and workshops also. The month flew by in a whirlwind of delicious vegan food, workshops and experiences.
In the lead up to the Christmas busyness I was craving some time out and dreaming of nourishing food, cozy fires, glasses of wine and crisp Winter walks.
I am just back from a week’s staycation in the West of Ireland. Like most of us it had been a long time since I’ve been away and was so excited.
When I first became vegan, I worried it would isolate me, especially when dining out with friends. After some trial and error (and a few disappointing meals), I’ve learned not to let it limit me. I recently returned from a fantastic trip to Monaco and Verbier, where we stayed in hotels, but I was committed to staying healthy and eating well throughout.
One of the perks of being self-employed is that as long as I have internet I can take my work with me wherever I go, so if an opportunity presents itself to travel I try to take it. However I’ve a sensitive digestion and too much change, flights and different foods can leave me feeling exhausted. Years ago I would finish a trip craving a return to my routine but now I’ve tweaked things and am able to enjoy being away so much more.
While it's a debated topic, I believe travel is essential for work and leisure, even if we aspire to reduce emissions through sailing, walking, and cycling. In reality, sustainable travel may not always be feasible.
While retreats often carry spiritual connotations, you don’t need to be soul-searching to take a week off. I attended a detox retreat in Portugal five years ago and loved the experience. It offered a sunny getaway with airport transfers, engaging sports and activities, and the option to connect with like-minded individuals, making it a comforting way to relax and enjoy some sunshine.
LA is a city I love, though I understand it's not for everyone. Jack Kerouac once called it the "loneliest and most brutal of American cities." While it's a place of dreams, it's also one of disappointments.
After returning from a detox retreat, I was invited to visit the Ice House Hotel in Mayo, which I eagerly accepted. For a short getaway, staying closer to home and avoiding crowded airports is ideal. We left on a Friday afternoon around 2:30, and it took just over three hours to get there.
I'm familiar with detoxing, having attended several retreats both locally and abroad, and I find it benefits me throughout the year. This year, I wanted a retreat in a warm location without traveling too far. Moinhos Velhos kept appearing in my searches, and many aspects of it caught my attention.
Last weekend, I visited The Cliff House Hotel, and after I mentioned it on Instagram, I received numerous messages from followers sharing their memories of honeymoons and birthdays there. After a three-hour drive, my cousin and I arrived and immersed ourselves in luxury. Here are my thoughts on the hotel’s key features.