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Mykonos Food Scene – Restaurant Recommendations

If you are planning to travel to Mykonos then look no further as this post will help you with some of the best and unique restaurants in Mykonos on your travels.

Food has and would always be a major deciding factor while zeroing down on a travel destination. For many of us, there is no better way to experience a place than exploring various places to eat. While I cannot stop gushing about the quirky places to eat, there were a couple of them that stood out and are must try:

Kuzina: The beach facing restaurant in the Mykonos Ammos hotel is not only known for the beautiful Aegean Sea views but lip smacking food, especially the sushi (the sushi chef is a master at making yummy sushi). The ambiance is perfect for a romantic dinner date complete with Greek soft music, drinks, and friendly staff. If you are staying at the Ammos hotel, you can even go ahead and try their big breakfast spreads and lunch menus.

Sic, coffee bar: This brand-new coffee shop is located at the heart of the island called the town square. The café located amidst the white washed architecture is perfect to stop for a caffeine shot and small nibbles. The café, being newly constructed is a refreshing welcome for all of us wanting to take a break from walking around the town.

Sunset Bar: Always dreamt of sitting back with a glass of a cool cocktail and watching the sun go down in the horizon? Well, it need not be a dream anymore, because the Sunset bar, located in little Venice is perfect to sit back, relax with a refreshing drink and watch the sunset. You can also get a great view of the town itself, so all in all a great place to chill and unwind after a hard day. Just make sure, you get there in time to watch the sun set.

Veranda Bar: Again, a lovely bar in Little Venice, perfectly situated to watch the sunset and windmills. It is best to take the water edge seats to have good views of the windmill and sunset. Not to mention, their refreshing range of cocktails especially ‘the third windmill’ is a must try. If in doubt about the choice of cocktails, simply ask one of their friendly staff members to help you out.

Vinos: A cozy little place located in the heart of the Mykonos town is a great outdoor place to unwind for a drink and yummy food. They have an extensive selection of Greek wines that pair up wonderfully well with the freshly prepared foods like salads, cheese, and curated meats. If you are too confused about the wines, simply ask one of the ever so friendly staff members for a recommendation. So, sit back and have a guaranteed lovely evening.

D’Angelo Mykonos: There is always an Italian restaurant gem in every city and Mykonos is not an exception. The Italian style bistro is situated en route to the Windmills and is a pleasant outdoor restaurant. They have a wide range of authentic pizzas and pasta, with a wide array of options to satisfy even a vegetarian like me. The wine and food are clear winners here. This is one place we would not mind returning to.

While the list of places to eat are never ending and we need multiple trips to Mykonos to cover them all, but overall the island has surprised us with multiple options to choose from, thereby satisfying every mood and palate. But most importantly the ambience, pretty views, and friendliness of the staff added a cherry to the cake.

Salcombe – South Devon Series Part 3

Salcombe has one of the most untouched beaches; South sand in Devon is one of them. Blessed with abundant natural beauty, the Salcombe beach has a range of different things to do and see all year round. If you are from England then you don’t have to travel too far to enjoy some sun, sand and the sea in the summer. During the summer season, Devon usually has a Mediterranean climate. Clear skies, deep blue seas, and soft sands are a paradise for any beach lover. Salcombe offers a blissful mix of the sea, sun and the sun; it is a place to go to if you are a beach lover. This lovely town is place for a family holiday or a weekend out with friends.
This town is more up market than Stoke Fleming and Dartmouth and has some really nice boutiques shops, bars, cafes and restaurants which offer local cuisines. If you are an adrenaline junkie then Salcombe offers a variety of water sports. You can easily hire facilities like catamaran sailing, dinghy sailing close to the beach, canoeing, wind surfing, and one can also hire equipment and tools for scuba diving and you can explore the marine wildlife and local shipwrecks around. If you like to enjoy the sea then you can also sign up for one of the sailing courses or rent a power boat and spend some time away from land or can hop on to one of the colorful ferries which operate between South Sand and Whitestand Quay in Salcombe. We did boating in Salcombe and I thoroughly enjoyed the ride.
The beach is also surrounded with a picturesque countryside backdrop. You can walk around to soak up the culture and explore the town. The country side has the most magnificent view. If you plan to spend the night at Salcombe then there are also plenty of accommodation choices from swish hotels to campsites. Now talking about facilities, the car parking is very close to the beach and there are facilities for the disabled. South Sands is actually part of a bay so you’re sheltered from the harsh sea winds, but at the same time you can lie back, soak up the rays and enjoy the breeze.
A fun fact about the town, the south Devon resort of Salcombe, dubbed Chelsea-on-Sea, has made a surprise entry in a list of UK millionaire hotspots as rising demand for second homes has driven up property prices.

In Salcombe, I went to Wardroom restaurant for breakfast and evening drinks. I wore white Capri and a spaghetti top with a light jacket. In the evening I had to carry a light jacket as it was a little chilly that evening. I always carry a light jacket or a cover-up with me in evenings as the English weather can sometimes be unpredictable.

Tips on Airport Fashion for Summer Travel

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a fabulous pair of shoes and a killer style. I love travelling but, sometimes deciding what to wear when travelling can sometimes be more exhausting than the journey itself. You may either look too dressed up or like you just got out of your bed and decided to take a holiday. When it comes to flight fashion I don’t like wearing tight clothing like skinny jeans as they make me uncomfortable, especially if it’s going to be a long journey. But at the same time, I also don’t prefer travelling in my pajamas as it looks too shabby. After checking out these Best Vacation Ideas articles I was really inspired to share a post about travel and airport fashion

The flight dress – It’s comfortable, chic and stylish. Pair it up with slip on shoes and throw on a light jacket or a scarf to keep you warm when the air conditions gets too cold. The dress should be a casual dress which you can layer up or down easily.

Totes: A tote is a perfect handbag for travelling. It’s big, fashionable and practical. Make sure your tote is big enough to pick up some last bits of shopping from airport or a book that you plan to read while travelling. A metallic finish tote would be the perfect accessory to sport when travelling.

Scarf: I love to carry a scarf or head wrap to protect my hair and you can also wrap it around when you get cold or tie it around your neck in a double knot for a style statement.

Denims: If you are someone who loves wearing denims then you can opt for a pair of boyfriend jeans as they are pretty loose and comfortable. Match them with a graphic tee, jacket and sneaker and you are good to go! If you don’t like wearing denims you can also wear a pair of joggers which are super comfortable and stylish at the same time.

Tailored Pants: Tailored pants, blouse and a trench coat is a great combination if you have a professional dressing sense or are travelling for a meeting.

Basic Travel Tips:

Make sure your pair of footwear is comfortable. Avoid wearing high heels as you will have to walk quite a lot when travelling.
Carry some basic cosmetics like a blush brush, lip gloss, moisturizer, eyeliner, comb and dry shampoo. Dry Shampoo helps give a bounce to hair if you want to look presentable after a long flight.
Avoid wearing linen clothes as it gets crumpled easily.
Carry a good book or two depending on the length of the journey, headphones or any other form of entertainment you prefer.
Try to sleep for a bit, especially if it’s a long haul as it will help you adjust to the time zone and deal with jetlag.
Last but not the least, drink plenty of water to avoid water retention.
Bring you’re your sleep mask for a better sleep.

#VacationShoppingGoals – My Holiday Wishlist

The holiday season is upon us and that calls for some shopping! I’m the kind of person who hunts for excuses to go out and explore the world of buyable things. And vacations are a pretty solid reason, so I’m quite excited around this time every year.

Mostly, I already have a wishlist prepared before the shopping spree begins. It helps me keep track of exactly what I want/need so I don’t get too carried away. It’s actually a great way to prevent too many impulse purchases and exceed my budget. So here’s what I want to treat myself to these vacations. Have a look for inspiration for your own Holiday Wishlists.

Blue Reflectors – Everywhere I look these days, I spot someone wearing a pair of reflectors. And since it’s sunny enough for one’s sunglasses to be put to good use, I think I need to buy a new pair asap. I have a feeling it’s going to be blue reflectors! They’ll look great with casual outfits.
POM POM Sandals – The boho-diva in me is quite active these days and I need to get my hands on some pom pom sandals. You know, the kind that have little fur/wool/rubber pom poms on them? They come in both ethnic and western styles and I need to decide which I’d prefer. Some help, please?
Printed Shoes – I was going through my shoe-closet when I realized that it is full of mostly classic styles and colours. I want to stock up on more striking, bold footwear as well, especially for semi-formal wear. So I might pick up something from Jones Shoe Collection – they have a good collection of floral pumps!
Wheeled Carry On Case – If one is travelling, there’s nothing more convenient than a wheeled carry on case. I have a few of course, but now I want something new. Perhaps in some pretty colour like pink or red. Don’t you just love it when people have interesting, colourful luggage?
A Floppy Hat – Beach bags and hats are a match made in heaven. And I just realized that my mind is obsessed with the idea of a beach vacation! Whether I go on one or not is another thing, but a floppy hat will surely wind its way into my closet. Maybe I’ll get a lacy vintage hat – oh, that sounds so good!

These are the things I really want to buy for the holidays and not on the holidays.
What about you? Share your suggestions on how I could improve this list!

Spring is Here – Vacation Outfit Inspiration

Spring is one of the most beautiful seasons of the year, when flowers bloom, gentle warmth embraces you and finally we all kiss the chilly winters goodbye. Those lovely coats and boots get pushed to the back of your wardrobe and your summery outfits come right out.

Personally, I love the winter months too. I wait for Autumn to arrive each year so I can wrap myself in a comfy coat and put on my cozy boots. But now that spring has arrived, I find myself gearing up to whip up my summer outfits, which if you follow my instagram account, are bright, beautiful and highly colourful.

So here’s my first OOTD for Spring 2016. And it’s from one of my favourite brands – Monsoon, which according to me, has the best spring and summer outfits. The dress I’m wearing is from their latest beach collection, and is a great pick for a peaceful stroll by the beach – ah, I’m dreaming of vacations already!

Equally causal and chic are my ghunaroo-embellished sandals. They are from Monsoon as well and what I love about them is that the ghungaroos add a unique, stylish touch, but make no noise that would draw too much attention while you walk, I like their nude colour which makes it so easy to pair them with all the bright coloured summer or spring outfits.

The accessories that you see –the necklace, the bracelet and the rings – are from Accessorize which is a sister brand to Monsoon. I have to say, their holiday accessories are quite lovely, and I tend to pick up a lot of stuff from Accessorize on every visit.