Ciao Bella
Whilst researching the Gift Registry article on overnight bags for our current issue I found the fab Ciao Bella online shop which is a travel accessories shop dedicated to women. There are so many gorgeous products there you hardly know what to choose. Its the perfect place to start when looking for all your travel needs for your honeymoon. I have already purchased the silver travel wallet for an upcoming overseas holiday which I love, below are some more of my faves.









Posted by Emma Henderson

Summer Loving
It has certainly been pretty cold down here in Adelaide, so to warm myself up I thought I would post on some beautiful beach honeymoon destinations! Your honeymoon is probably one of the only times in your life where you can justify spending a large amount of money on a luxury holiday. These two are a couple of my faves from the six senses group of resorts. If your budget doesn't stretch to the Soneva resorts then why not do what I did and stay at one of their cheaper (but still gorgeous) Evason resorts.

Soneva Kiri, Thailand








Soneva Gili, Maldives










Evason Phuket


Posted by Emma Henderson

In the Bag
I'm a traveller - love it. Nothing satisfies me more than an orderly, beautifully organised suitcase with compartments and vessels for every little thing. These divine linen bags from Plane Tree Farm's new online shop are just the thing I need to complement my travelling ensemble. How thoroughly fabulous would you feel embarking on your honeymoon knowing these gorgeous bags were onboard too!


Italian Linen Bags from $40.00 each.

Posted by Jane Cameron.

Honeymoon Heaven
The perfect wedding takes months to plan so, after the big day, why not experience a perfect honeymoon destination. The Great Escape Charter Company is an exclusive getaway which combines first class travel with adventure. With some of Australia’s most remote yet magnificent coastline and pristine reefs on the agenda, The Great Escape is one of the original Kimberley operators. Guests will shower under cascading waterfalls, snorkel amongst vibrant coral gardens, go bush walking and as part of a ‘hunt & gather’ activity, crew and guests work together to catch the dinner! With a skilled chef onboard, exotic and delicious meals are served each day. Lunch and dinner options include Chilli Mud Crabs, Crespelle with Kimberley King Prawns, Salt and Pepper Squid and freshly shucked Kimberley Rock Oysters, all which have been freshly caught. To find out more about this great honeymoon option visit www.greatescape.net.au.



Posted by Emilie Harrison

The Beautiful Boyd Baker House
Undeniably Australian and a national architectural treasure, the Boyd Baker House makes the perfect environment for a unique ‘Australian Bush Wedding’. Situated only 45 minutes from the heart of Melbourne and serviced by the delicious Ed Dixon Food Design, the Boyd Baker House makes an authentic and upmarket setting for couples who want something truly different for their big day. Featured in the Wallpaper Guide to Melbourne the Boyd Baker House is recognized for its sensational interiors as well as architecture. Completed in 1963 and finished in local quarried stone, the house is an organic property, unlike any other in Australia.
Several entertaining options and function spaces exist on the 34 acre property, including the Roy Grounds library, the Dower House and of course the Boyd Baker House which is complete with centre courtyard. The Boyd Baker House is also able to accommodate the wedding party and wedding breakfast the next day making it a fabulous place to celebrate you marriage. Visit www.boydbakerhouse.com.au for all the info.







Posted by Emilie Harrison

Island Dreaming

As the year comes to an end I always find myself daydreaming about holidays and places I would love to visit. One of those places is Santorini - especially if I could stay somewhere like this! Perivolas is a world-class small luxury inn perched on the cliffs high above the Aegean Sea. It is only a short walk from Oia, one of the most charming villages on the island, and offers a tranquil oasis far removed from the stresses of everyday life. Sounds perfect for the ultimate honeymoon! The accomodation, pool, location and view are all amazing - but I think the best bit is the breakfast which includes apple pie, cookies, pastires, fruit and greek yogurt - wouldn't it be lovely to start every day with apple pie!!









For more information visit their website here.

Posted by Emma Henderson

Quick Switch
I have to admit, sometimes my handbag feels like the tardis, especially when I'm desperately searching for my ringing mobile that has somehow disappeared into a parallel universe in there. This nifty little gadget may just be the solution... it's the Borne Naked Liner. Pop all your bits and pieces into the sectioned compartments and never again will anything be lost. The best part... you can quickly change handbags without having to think about what you may or may not need for the day. Without doubt, this must have been designed by a woman! Perfect for wedding day and honeymoon organisation, especially if switching from handbag to beachbag at a moment's notice.


Before...


After... blissful organisation. Small liner $24.95 and large $29.95 + postage.

Posted by Jane Cameron

Apple of my eye
Whilst on the look out for a new cosmetic bag for my upcoming trip to London in December I found these gorgeous Apple & Bee bags. Their website is just beautiful and you can buy some of their range from Ciao Bella Travel. I picked up the fold out bath bag in blue!


fold out bath bag


bowling bag


small make-up bag

Posted by Emma Henderson

Luxe Camping

We are all flat out in the office this week as the print deadline looms! So it was a lovely distraction to receive a beautful marketing pack from Aman Resorts promoting their Aman-i-Khas wilderness camp in Rajasthan, India. It looks absolutely amazing, and this is certainly the kind of camping that I like!! There is tons of wildlife to be seen with guided exceursions into Ranthambore National Park where you may see tigers, leopards, jungle cats and sloth bears. You can also relax in the spa tent with a range of spa treatments to tempt. Rates from October 09 to 30th April 2010 are $875 USD per night. Visit their website here for more details.













Posted by Emma Henderson

Right on the Mark
Designer collections in US Target stores are nothing new, but only recently have we seen the likes of Stella McCartney and Napoleon Perdis ranges in our Target stores. Now, with much excitement, we can get our hands on a little piece of Collette Dinnigan through her Wild Hearts collection, available now at Target stores nationally.







Posted by Jane Cameron