When I heard about this magical island just 35 minutes from Auckland covered in sophisticated restaurants, boutique accommodations and vineyards for days I just knew I had to go….I mean it sounds like Vegas but for classy people right?…
Destination
Four Seasons Bora Bora, Tahiti: As good as it sounds?
When I tell people I have just been at The Four Seasons Bora Bora their eyes sparkle with a skeptical curiosity….Asking innocently ‘did you have a good time?’ but really meaning ‘it wasn’t as good as it looks was it?’
As I pull out my iPhone and begin smugly swiping through my photos of aquamarine perfection (with an ecstatic yours truly in the foreground), their faces drop. Some of the more optimistic may suggest hopefully ‘photoshop?’ Sorry guys… it really is that good!
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Singita Lebombo, South Africa: The Art of Safari
Often upon suggesting a safari holiday to my clients I am met with dubious responses…’But I want to relax’…’What sort of food will I be given?’…’What sort of facilities will they have?’ When I respond that the safari lodges on offer today are at the pinnacle of luxury travel they politely reply ‘yes I’m sure its nice..for a safari.’ Almost like telling a woman she is beautiful…for her age….