Amazing Destinations Spring 2022

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Venice: The Inside Guide

THE BEST THINGS TO DO

Featured in countless films, novels,
and TV shows, Venice can evoke a
sense of deja vu in travellers who
have never previously experienced the
Grand Canal, Bridge of Sighs, and gondola
rides. Those are worthy experiences, yet
Venice also rewards those who seek out
its small islands and give in to getting lost
down quaint neighbourhood side streets.
Museums and a local's cooking class round
out the mix of must-do activities.

Gritti Palace Hotel

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RESTAURANTS

he comforting taste of familiar Italian
food is transformed into a different

Tcuisine in Venice, where the cooking

is influenced by spices like saffron brought
by traders and by its proximity to both the
Alps and the sea. Fresh fish dominates
menus, turning up in seafood risotto and
pasta as well as in spreads for cicchetti,
tapas-like snacks. Sample these typically
Venetian dishes at family-run trattorie and
fancy restaurants with views.

MTHE BEST SHOPPING
urano glass and Venetian masks
are two of La Serenissima's classic
souvenirs, though the quality of
craftsmanship can really vary.
Let us point you to reliably great sources
for these products as well as artisanal
jewellery, rare books, modern perfumes,
and handmade clothing.

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ven seasoned travellers will tell you that sometimes, they
need to take a step back and drink it all in. The world is filled

E with jaw-dropping places to do just that, whether you want
a million-dollar view of a city skyline or an awe-inspiring natural
landscape. Martin Mason takes you through his standout spots across

the globe that need to move to the very top of your travel list.
By Martin Mason, compiled by Lacey Reddin

Rainbow Mountains, China

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Greatest Places

LANDMANNALAUGAR, GOLDEN GATE
ICELAND BRIDGE,
SAN FRANCISCOave you really been to San
This otherworldly landscape is Francisco if you haven’t stood
full of scenic panoramas and
geological extremes. There Hin awe of the Golden Gate
are colourful rhyolite peaks, volcanic Bridge? You can cross the famed orange
craters, and steaming hot springs. suspension bridge on foot or bike during
Neighbouring black lava fields make the daylight hours. For that incomparable
peaks stand out even more, especially sunset shot with San Francisco in the
at sunrise and sunset. During summer, background, head to Battery Spencer in
hiking is popular, as are dips in the hot the Marin Headlands just north of the
pools. While a trip to Iceland may sound bridge. Taking in the famed landmark is
pricey, there are ways to visit this Nordic just one of many cheap or free activities
country without spending a fortune. to enjoy in the City by the Bay.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

toSuthmemheikritnimg etr,aailsstahnedFt-hroeaidnsfolremadaitniogn September- October as the fog dissipates and
cabin are open for tourists. the temperature becomes warm and enjoyable.

Landmannalaugar, Iceland

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Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

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Milford Sound, New Zealand

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Greatest Places

BURJ KHALIFA, MILFORD SOUND,
DUBAI NEW ZEALAND

Visit the observation deck at Acruise along this well-known
the world’s tallest skyscraper South Island fjord yields loads
for outstanding views of the of truly spectacular scenery:
human-made splendour of Dubai, as There are craggy mountains shooting
well as the desert beyond. But don’t straight up from the water, including
miss the view at the bottom, too — the famous Mitre Peak; stunning waterfalls;
whole building often becomes a canvas and wildlife galore, including fur seals,
for a spectacular LED light show, and dolphins, and penguins. Hiking and
the Dubai Fountain show below runs kayaking are also popular here, but
every half-hour at night. Closer to home bring your poncho: The area gets plenty
are numerous other skyscrapers that of rain.
are not quite so tall but boast their own
panoramic views.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

All year round between 4-6PM to view the Peak season is November to March, when the sound
sensational sunset hosts up to 2,000 visitors a day.

Burj Khalifa, Dubai

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Taj Mahal, India

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ATACAMA, CHILE
TAJ MAHAL, INDIA
Salar de Atacama, the biggest salt
flat in Chile, lies just beyond The panorama of north-central
this adobe village. Here you’ll India’s Taj Mahal and its long
find huge pools of shallow water that reflecting pool is one of the most
reflect the Andes Mountains as well as iconic in the world. Get up early to be
stunning birds, including several kinds among the first to enter the grounds of
of flamingos. this massive marble mausoleum and take
At night, the Atacama’s clear skies and comparatively uncrowded photos, or
high altitude make the desert an ideal venture across the Yamuna River to the
star-gazing location. Mehtab Bagh Gardens and snap some
sunset pictures in relative peace.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

The summer months of December, From March to June is the best time to visit
January, and February.  the monument.

San Pedro De Atacama, Chile

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Cinque Terre, Italy

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Greatest Places

CINQUE TERRE, PEGGY’S POINT,
ITALY CANADA

It’s hard to find a corner of the No list of gorgeous views is
Cinque Terre that isn’t irresistibly complete without a lighthouse
picturesque. standing proud on a rugged,
These five seaside villages on the Italian rocky shoreline. Built-in 1915, the
Riviera are made up of pastel buildings Peggy’s Point Lighthouse in Nova
threatening to spill into the sea, bustling Scotia fits the bill and is among the most
harbours, steep stairs, and narrow lanes. photographed lighthouses in Canada.
Scramble over the rocks to savour the
scenic coast and explore the equally
photogenic fishing village of Peggy’s
Cove while you’re there.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

September and October when summertime’s The best time to visit regarding weather,
tourists have returned home – and cooler temps sunshine hours, and crowds are April- June and

and emptied-out trails await.  September – October.

Peggy’s Point Lighthouse, Canada

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Greatest Places

BAGAN, TWELVE APOSTLES,
MYANMAR AUSTRALIA
Gazing upon the ancient Buddhist Views of this stretch of the
temples of Bagan, many built southeastern Australian coast can
between the ninth and 13th put most others to shame. The
centuries, will transport you to another “apostles” are actually limestone pillars
time. There are more than 2,000, many that rise imposingly out of the ocean,
of which are open for exploration. There cut off from the cliffs on the mainland
are several hills and platforms that allow by the forces of wind and water.
views of the whole area, or travellers Experienced hikers can save the Twelve
with deep pockets can splurge on a hot- Apostles as the finale for the eight-day
air balloon. Great Ocean Walk along the coast.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

Between November and February when Summer time, either at sunrise or sunset, with
temperatures hit 30C. those times providing the best photography
opportunities due to the light.

The Twelve Apostles, Australia

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Bagan, Myanmar

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Tallin, Estonia

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Greatest Places

LION’S HEAD, MACHU PICCHU,
SOUTH AFRICA PERU

Located between Table Mountain This breathtaking Incan empire was
and Signal Hill, Lion’s Head built atop the Andes Mountains.
is well known for its striking Called the “Lost of City of Incas,”
360-degree panorama: Gaze down upon the combination of intense landscape,
all of Cape Town on one side, and Table archaeological sites, and excellent
Mountain and the Atlantic Ocean on the trekking conditions has earned Machu
other. Picchu the reputation as one of most
During a full moon, take an hourlong beautiful places in the world. Get there
hike to the top for a striking and unique on the famous Inca Trail, or take a train
perspective. and a bus without breaking a sweat.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

All year round but the best times to hike the Lion’s July and August is peak season, when the highest
Head are during the sunrise and the sunset. number of visitors are taking on the Inca Trail.

Lions Head Cape Town, South Africa

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Antelope Canyon, Arizona

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Greatest Places

ANTELOPE HALLSTATT,
CANYON, ARIZONA AUSTRIA

O Ince you’ve tired of the f any town on Earth reaches fairytale
stunningly grand vistas at the levels of perfection, it’s the small
Grand Canyon, get a far different village of Hallstatt. Wedged between
take on the desert. To the north is the mountains and an alpine lake,
Antelope Canyon, the most visited slot Hallstatt has it all: the cobblestone
canyon in the American Southwest. The centre square, timber-framed baroque
surreal landscape was formed by flash buildings with generous flower boxes,
floods rushing through sandstone. Seeing and a beautiful church with a tall steeple.
the rays of light shooting through Upper Take a boat tour for the best views.
Antelope Canyon is worth the drive
alone.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

The peak season at Upper Antelope Canyon March to May is the best time to visit if you want
runs between May and September. to avoid the crowds

Hallstatt, Austria

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Greatest Places

PAMUKKALE, RAINBOW
TURKEY MOUNTAINS,
CHINAayers of mineral deposits have
The stunning white travertine formed the spectacular spectrum
terraces of Pamukkale — that’s
“Cotton Castle” in Turkish — Lof colours in these mountains,
are deposits leftover from the area’s
found in the Zhangye Danxia Landform
abundant hot springs. Though sunset Geological Park in north-central Gansu
is especially picturesque, anyone who province. Several viewing platforms
wants to splash in the pools should go inside the park allow awesome views of
in the morning to beat the crowds. If the the colourful, undulating peaks, which
terraces aren’t enough for you, there are are particularly stunning at sunrise and
also remains of an ancient Greco-Roman sunset.
spa city to explore.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

In the spring (Apr-May) when weather is The best time to visit is June-August. The skies
moderate and days are long. will be blue, the temperature is comfortable,

and the terrain is perfect.

Pamukkale, Turkey

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Rainbow Mountains, China

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Victoria Falls, Zambia

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VICTORIA FALLS, Greatest Places
ZAMBIA
EASTER ISLAND,
CHILE

N Eo single photo can do Victoria aster Island, also known as Rapa
Falls justice. The Zambezi River Nui, has long been a source of
tumbles more than 350 feet here, stunning but mysterious views
and rainy season can send more than for travellers who make it out to this
500 million cubic meters of water over isolated Pacific island, more than 2,000
the edge each minute. There are several miles from the Chilean coast.
awe-inspiring vantage points: One of Breathtaking panoramas of the famous
the best is from a stomach-churningly half-buried moai statues await on the
high pedestrian span named Knife Edge slopes of Rano Raraku volcano and the
Bridge. The water is most forceful from Ahu Tongariki ceremonial platform.
April to June, but that also means there’s
an intense spray from the falls.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

The best time to visit is February to May, directly Between The best time to visit is April-June and
after the region’s summer rains, when you’ll see the October-December

world’s largest sheet of falling water.

Easter Island, Chile

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Big Sur, California

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DEADVLEI, Greatest Places
NAMIBIA
BIG SUR,
Striking Deadvlei presents a desert CALIFORNIA
landscape unlike any other:
spindly tree limbs from dead You’ll have your pick of stunning
camel thorn trees shooting up through a views in Big Sur, along
white clay pan floor, silhouetted against California’s rugged northern
towering golden-red dunes. One of coast. Most Pacific Coast Highway
those dunes, known as “Big Daddy,” travellers pull over at the iconic Bixby
towers over most others at more than Bridge, one of the most photographed
1,000 feet tall. The truly ambitious can spots in central California. Or head
climb it for a panoramic view. to Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park and
take a short hike to McWay Falls for a
spectacular view of a massive waterfall
meeting the beach.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

Early morning or late afternoon to avoid being out The best time to visit is from
in the heat of the midday sun. September to November.

Deadvlei, Nambia

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Oia, Santorini, Greece

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Greatest Places

OIA, SANTORINI, TIGER’S NEST,
GREECE BHUTAN

Arrive early to the village of Oia, This monastery, also known as
famous for its white hillside Taktsang, clings to the cliffs
buildings and blue-domed thousands of feet above the Paro
churches, to watch the sun set into Valley in the Himalayan kingdom of
the azure Aegean Sea. Most evenings, Bhutan.
crowds gather in the streets and around Though it can be viewed from afar, the
the crumbling castle on the town’s more adventurous can follow a steep
highest point to watch the fiery orange- trail and visit the temples themselves,
red burst meet the blue sea.waterfall where views of the valley below are
meeting the beach. spectacular, too.

WHEN TO GO: WHEN TO GO:

From September to October and April to May when October to December is the best time to visit
the weather is warm and the crowds are scarce. Bhutan, when the weather is clear and cool. 

Tigers Nest, Bhutan

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A Beach in Fethiye

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F or avid travellers, over 500 cities to visit in Turkey present an
excellent insight into the country. From the most famous and popular
to fascinating metropolises that will redefine everything you thought

you knew about, visit in summer or winter for a short break or on a quick day

trip. Turkish cities offer a rich diversity of social opportunities from arts and

culture, culinary adventures, shopping bonanzas and an exciting collection

of nostalgic architecture. Some are also home to historical sites and have a

beautiful story to tell of bygone eras.

Written by Martin Mason, compiled by Lacey Reddin

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The Blue Mosque, Istanbul

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Istanbul: Top Visited City in Turkey

Istanbul ranks as a top ten visited world city and in 2014, even
beat London and Rome to become Trip Advisor’s most popular
travel destination. It is Turkey’s most extensive and populated
metropolis. Still, spots like Sultanahmet square, ooze touristic
vibes as thousands of people make their way around historical
landmark buildings like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and
Topkapi Palace. A modern, upbeat pace determines trends of
Istiklal Avenue in the Beyoglu district.
This street isn’t so much about tourism but spending loads of
money and partying. As global tourism trends promoted cultural
neighbourhood exploration, more tourists are also discovering
neighbourhoods like Fener and Balat. Much of Istanbul’s tourism
scene happens on the European side, but don’t neglect places like
Kadikoy on the Asian side that offer just as much.

Where to stay:

Sumahan on the Water
Address: www.sumahan.com
Prices: Start from £251 a night

Where to eat:

Yakamoz Teras cafe restaurant
Address: Bab-i ali cad. bas muhasip sok.
No 11-13, 34093 Fatih/İstanbul, Turkey

Antalya: City of Beaches

Sitting further along the Mediterranean coastline, Antalya,
another prominent Turkish Riviera hub, has something extra to
boast about. Users of Trip Advisor consistently vote Lara and
Konyaalti as the best beaches in Turkey. The pace of life is faster
than Fethiye, but its prominent location on the D400 highway
means getting to quieter and smaller coastal resorts is easy.
Should you want to mix up your city break with a sporty holiday,
Turkey’s golfing capital, Belek is just 40 minutes’ drive away.
Otherwise, additional tourist attractions include the old
neighbourhood of Kaleici, Archaeological Museum, Duden
waterfalls, and the aquarium. It is also easy to get to the Antalya
centre’s surrounding attractions, including Mount Tahtali cable
car, the ancient ruins and Apollo temple of Side, and the ancient
cities of Phaselis and Aspendos.

Where to stay:

Lara Barut Collection
Website: www.barutlara.com
Prices: Start from £270 a night

Where to eat:

Ayar Meyhanesi
Address: Kılınçarslan, Hesapçı Sk.
No:59, 07100 Muratpaşa/Antalya, Turkey

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Izmir: Turkey’s Carefree Capital

Despite being Turkey’s third-largest city, Izmir remained off
the radar of foreign holidaymakers for many decades, but this is
all changing as Izmir becomes an ideal alternative to the more
rushed and busier Istanbul. In recent years, the slower-paced
lifestyle has sparked a growing trend of Turks moving from
Istanbul to Izmir. Ask any local, and they will tell you, Izmir
has a different outlook to the rest of Turkey. A pleasure-seeking
vibe leads society; hence locals don’t care about your social
background, religious views, or a need to conform.
If self-indulgence is your top requirement on holiday, Izmir
delivers it in style. Konak, the old part of town, holds important
landmarks like the clock tower and Asansor restaurant and
viewpoint. Alsancak is the hub of partying and shopping,
Karsiyaka is the best place to watch the sunset and Kordon
promenade is a great place to hang out, people watch and enjoy
seafood and fish in popular restaurants. Otherwise, mix up your
trip by visiting Alacati, a nearby coastal resort called Turkey’s
windsurfing capital.

Where to stay:

Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
Website: www.swissotel.com
Prices: Start from £70 a night

Where to eat:

İzmir Sakız Alsancak Restaurant
Address: Akdeniz, Atatürk Cd.
No:158/A, 35210 Konak/İzmir, Turkey
Website: www.sakizalsancak.com

Ankara: The Beating Heart of Turkey

Many newcomers to Turkey still think Istanbul is the capital, but
Ankara is the pulsating heart and ruling centre. Often overtaken
in visitor numbers by Istanbul and Antalya, visitors who want
a mix of old and modern will find what they are looking for.
Naturally, as a large metropolis, shopping and partying lead the
social scene, but most domestic and foreign tourists visit one
landmark: the Anitkabir. As the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal
Ataturk, the Turkish Republic’s founding father, it is the top-
visited landmark comprising an art gallery, the green peace
park, ceremonial walk and hall of honours. Ankara Castle, the
second top-visited landmark also gives off a stunning 360-degree
panoramic view.

Where to stay:

Ankara Hilton
Website: www.hilton.com
Prices: Start from £93 a night

Where to eat:

vegAnka
Address: Tunus Caddesi No:49 Çankaya / Ankara Çankaya Giris
Bina Yanindan Bahceye, 06680 Çankaya/Ankara, Turkey
Website: veganka.business.site

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Konak Square, Izmir

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Konya: The City of Rumi

As a conservative Turkey hub, nightclub and partying fans will
be disappointed with Konya, but that’s not why people flock there
anyway. Sitting in central Anatolia near Cappadocia, another
popular tourist destination, Konya is home to Rumi’s tomb.
He was a 13th-century Islamic scholar and poet whose works
were published in many languages leading fans to label him the
world’s greatest poet. Mevlana Museum is where his tomb is, and
they also display a striking collection of art and antiques. Rumi
was a follower of the Sufi order, a branch of Islam that is more
known for its whirling dervishes. At the same museum, visitors
can buy tickets to see them perform their famous Sema ritual that
involves spinning around in circles to become at one with God.

Where to stay:

Dedeman Konya Hotel And Convention Center
Website: www.dedeman.com
Prices: Start from £46 a night

Where to eat:

Kabakci Ali Lokantasi
Address: Devri Cedid Mahallesi, Müneccimbaşı Sk. 18/A,
42060 Selçuklu/Konya, Turkey

Trabzon: Favourite of Middle
Eastern Nationalities

Sitting in the Black sea’s north-east region, for decades, people
only mentioned Trabzon when talking about their football club or
status as Turkey’s top producer of hazelnuts. The past five years
changed this when it garnered fame with Middle Eastern tourists
because of cultural similarities and easy access to plateau tourism
hotspots like Ayder plateau and Uzungol. Once again, visitors
shouldn’t expect a vibrant nightlife scene. Still, the centre has
beautiful landmarks to visit including Ataturk’s house and Hagia
Sophia (not to be confused with the bigger one in Istanbul.) A
short bus ride away, visitors also get to experience beautiful
green landscapes of Macka National Park and its prize gem,
Sumela Monastery.

Where to stay:

Zorlu Grand Hotel Trabzon
Website: www.zorlugrand.com
Prices: Start from £79 a night

Where to eat:

İskele Restoran
Address: İskenderpaşa, Şht. İbrahim Karaoğlanoğlu Cd. No:40,
61100 Ortahisar/Trabzon, Turkey
Website: www.iskelerestbar.com

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Bursa: Ottoman Influences and Skiing Uzungol, Trabzon
Delights

Bursa has also grown in popularity not only with Middle-Eastern
holidaymakers but also with foreign property buyers. It is highly
underrated, and as a former Ottoman capital, the stunning
architecture of landmark buildings is a perfect portrayal of their
excellence and heritage. It is not just a place to visit in summer
because, during winter, nearby Uludag mountain becomes one of
Turkey’s top skiing destinations. Such is its cultural importance;
in 2014, the UNESCO World Heritage Site council included
Bursa and Cumalikizik village to their collection.

Where to stay:

Mövenpick Hotel & Thermal Spa Bursa
Website: www.movenpick.com
Prices: Start from £81 a night

Where to eat:

Sirin Sofra Manti Ev Yemekleri
Address: Altıparmak, Çatal Çk. No:14,
16050 Osmangazi/Bursa, Turkey

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Essentials

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Top tips for packing like a pro

So, you’ve narrowed your travel bucket list down to the next place to go, combed
through your guidebooks, and made most the arrangements. Now there’s only one
thing standing between you and the world: packing. Whether this is your first trip
for a while or you're a seasoned globetrotter, it's always helpful to be aware of the
latest travel essentials you may want to pack. We’ve put together a comprehensive
checklist of items that covers everything from tech to toiletries and so much more.

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Essentials // Tech

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GameSir T4 Mini  Kensington UH140OP
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Essentials // Tech

Twelve South PowerPic Mod Twelve South Suitcase for Mac

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www.gruum.com
Made from a soft,
plush micro-fibre SOS Serum Lip

and featuring The answer to sensitive
a finger loop skin. This deeply
for a secure
grip, these nourishing and mattifying
thirsty dual- lip balm with a broad
sided pads gently
lift away make-up spectrum SPF 30, helps to
whilst gently helping moisturise and protect lips
against the harsh effects of
to stimulate collagen
production - no need for make-up remover. the cold, wind, and sun.
Just wet the pad and gently wipe across your £15

eyelashes to lift off make-up. www.sosserum.co.uk
£11.99

www.rawbeautylab.com

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Essentials // Cosmetics

Kollo Health- Liquid The Skin Elixir
Collogen Supplement
The Skin Elixir is the first capsule
Kollo is the UKs leading supplement for WelleCo, the
liquid collagen sachet with a ingestible beauty and wellness
power-packing 10g of premium
marine collagen, plus added brand created by Elle Macpherson.
vitamins B and C.  Kollo Supporting healthy, glowing skin,
is specially formulated
to support whole body these potent, bioavailable
health for both men and vegan capsules are
women at any time
packed with sustainably-
of life. sourced skin-nourishing
www.kollohealth.com super greens, vitamins
14 day supply for £35.99
and antioxidants.
Incognito Insect £35
Repellent Spray
www.WelleCo.co.uk 
Incognito Insect Repellent
Spray has been clinically FFS Deodorant Balm
tested to provide 100%
protection against Zika Banish bad odour with mood boosting
natural deodorant balm as good for
and Dengue carrying the planet as it is your arm
mosquitoes for 4.5 pits. Awarding winning
hours. It also provides sustainable beauty brand
worldwide protection FFS Beauty’s refreshing
against mosquitoes that Grapefruit and
carry Yellow Fever, Peppermint deodorant
Chikungunya, and Malaria. balm subtly alters the
DEET-free formula skins natural pH level
to effectively prevent
£11.99 body odour.
www.incognitospray.com £11
www.ffs.co.uk
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Essentials // Travel

La Pochette Wet Bag  Passport
Cover
This is the ideal solution to the ‘wet
swimwear dilemma’. Whether you’re As part of the
looking to store your swimwear in your travel collection,
beach bag or handbag this super soft yet
at the spa, or if you durable leather passport
want to get in that
final swim before cover will mean you travel in
your flight. The style. It is easy to remove your passport and is
Wet Bag offers perfect for any age. This cover has been hand
a triple lock made in the UK and can be personalised with
system to
initials or a message. 
ensure £35
reliable, leak
proof storage of www.noblemacmillan.com
wet swimwear and
The Stubble & Co
sports kit Adventure Bag
£70
From tackling
www.amazon.co.uk epic road trips

Chelsea to scaling
Zipped mountain peaks
Travel and for city-stays
Jewellery and camping in
the wilderness too,
Box Stubble & Co’s
new Adventure
This travel Bag is perfect
size Chelsea
Jewellery box for explorers.
is the ideal The all-black
product to “go-anywhere-
keep in your do-anything bag” has been designed to
hand bag, take provide great functionality and versatility.
on holiday
£185
or simply www.stubbleandco.com
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bedside table. The Page 195
Jewellery box is finished in Noble
Macmillan's finest Italian calfskin

leather with suede interiors.
£140

www.noblemacmillan.com

Essentials // Travel

Travel Towel (XL) Ember Travel Mug

This super-absorbent and quick-drying Ember is a design-led temperature
towel feels incredibly soft next to control brand that is
the skin and its extra-large, sun building an entirely

lounger-sized dimensions ensure new category of smart,
you’ll be fully covered when temperature controlled
drying off after a swim or IOT products for the
shower. The microfibre
home and beyond.
material makes it Ember’s mugs let users
incredibly compact set and maintain their
and lightweight, ideal drinking temperature
ideal to pop in
your beach bag for hot beverages
or day pack. £179.95

£14.99 www.ember.com
www. go.travel/uk/
Memory Dreamer
Worldwide Travel
Adaptor + Pillow

USB Available in a variety
of different colours
Perfect for to suit all tastes and
those who personalities, the
plan to travel Memory Dreamer
more in the pillow from Go Travel
new year, this combines velvety smooth
universal adaptor fabric with an incredibly
+ twin USB charger supportive memory foam that
connects travellers in over allows you to melt into comfort.
190 countries worldwide. It
features 3 sliding plug faces that £19.99
alternate between American, www. go.travel/uk/
British and Australian / Chinese

configurations.

£39.99
www. go.travel/uk/

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Essentials // Clothes and shoes

Tropicfeel’s unisex range of ‘all
terrain’ sneakers

The Sunset sneaker from conscious travel
label Tropicfeel features the brands 4-in-1
all-terrain versatility, providing the wearer
with the benefits of aqua shoes, the comfort

of sports shoes, the technical outsole
materials of hiking shoes, and the style of

your favourite daily pieces.
www.tropicfeel.com
£86

Lyle and Scott- SS 22 venture range

Spring 22 Venture mixes the rave
culture and it’s fearless belief
of inclusiveness with the

resourcefulness of the outdoors
and adapts it to practical
yet stylish solutions to
everyday
life.

www.lyleandscott.com
£140

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Essentials// Other

This is Silk: one-sided, tie on silk pillow covers.

The covers use This Is Silk’s award winning, signature 22 momme,
Grade 6A pure silk, just half as much of it, for half the price. The silk
tie on pillowcases  give all the benefits of pure silk and are ideal for

those wanting to try sleeping on silk without investing in a full
pillowcase.
£25.99
www.thisissilk.com

Oclean W10 Water Flosser 

The OCLEAN W10 Water Flosser is the bigger,
more effective brother of the everyday floss.
Producing a powerful pulse frequency
of 1,400 times per minute, the W10
comes with 4 unique nozzles and 5
non-invasive oral irrigation modes
designed to effectively clean out the
food and bacteria that forms between
your teeth.

£121.00
www.oclean.com

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Hydro Flask 210z Bottle

Keeping drinks icy cold for up to
24 hours or piping hot for up to 12,
Hydro Flask’s 21 oz bottle fits in the
pocket of your rucksack or neatly in

your bag. It features a leakproof
lid and tough, colourful powder
coating. Stay hydrated on all
your adventures.
£32.95
www.snowandrock.com

LifeStraw Go 2-Stage Bottle

LifeStraw’s two-stage filtration system
makes almost all fresh water safe to
drink – whether you’re filling up from

a tap abroad or rehydrating at a waterfall.
It protects you agains bacteria, parasites,
microplastics, chlorine, organic chemical
matter, dirt, sand, and cloudiness. Every
fill up equals one less single-use plastic

water bottle!

£44.95
www.wildbounds.com

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