My picks in Shopping

Top Milliners for Stylish Hats & Headwear

Artfully crafted hats and headwear are back! Get one, or several, made just for you by a talented milliner and wow the crowds at Royal Ascot and...

Body Scrubs & Moisturizers for Glowing Skin

Keep your skin supple, hydrated and glowing! Here are some of the best body scrubs and skin moisturizer products on the market ... each tried and...

São Paolo Shopping: Designer Fashions, Jewelry, Kids Clothes & more

Paulistas are passionate about fashion, so take advantage of shopping in their bustling city full of top Brazilian and international boutiques and...

Cheat Sheet: Barbados

My trip to Barbados was one of the best beach holidays I've had in years. The island is so relaxed, fun, sporty and restful all wrapped up with...

Cool and Creative Eco Chic Gift Ideas

Some of you think of "Eco Gifts" as recyclable ... because they'd soon be passed onto someone else! My team and I have sourced an array of stylish...

Top Marrakech Personal Shopper: Laetitia Trouillet

I so thoroughly enjoyed my afternoon with well-known personal shopper, the French born, internationally savvy, Laetitia Trouillet, I cannot...

Cheat Sheet: Marrakech (and beyond), Morocco

Heavily influenced by the Arab Dynasties, Marrakech is a mystical, "spicy" city, with hundreds of medieval mosques & kasbahs, impressive forts,...

Ksar Char Bagh, A Fabulous Boutique Hotel in Marrakech

Like we did, when you arrive at Ksar Char-Bagh, you may feel as if you have accidentally wandered into some Moroccan prince's holiday home: the...

Cheat Sheet: Paris

The City of Lights is so alluring that I never fail to succumb to its eternal magnetism each time I return. To ensure some joie de vivre for your...

East Hampton: My Insider Tips

The lifestyle combined with the varied towns and scenery in this well-heeled East coast region, make the Hamptons so unique and truly one of the...

Germany's Tastiest Chocolates

The German chocolate-making tradition thrives at this sweet boutique.

Cheat Sheet: Geneva, Switzerland

I love my visits to the ultra-cosmopolitan city and always discover something wonderful.

Cheat Sheet: New York City

The choices are mind boggling in the city that never sleeps. To help all you busy people take the juiciest bite out of the Big Apple, I've rounded...

Chic New York Clothing & Toy Shops for Kids & Babies

Top boutiques in New York for gifts, toys, and adorable clothing for little ones, from babies and toddlers to older boys and girls ...

Eight Great Makers of Sumptuous Bed Linens

We spend around a third of our lives sleeping—why not do it in style?

Cheat Sheet: Ravello, Italy

I think of Ravello as the classic Italian town, tucked into the Amalfi Coast south of Naples. If you enjoy (as I do) high quality music in a...

Mungo and Maud, Fun and Stylish Pet Outfitter in London

For those of us who like to indulge our furry friends, enter Mungo & Maud, London's fun pet outfitter and purveyor of luxe accessories for...

SLS Beverly Hills, a Philippe Starck-Designed Hotel in L.A.

The fashion and music industry set have made the new SLS Hotel Beverly Hills their preferred haunt in Los Angeles. Formerly the Meridien, the hotel...

San Miguel de Allende Shopping: Folkart, Furniture, Herbal Remedies & more

Don't expect to leave Mexico's most charming and culturally vibrant colonial city without picking up some folk art and gorgeous crafts and home...

Cheat Sheet: Sicily, Italy

Far from the madding tourist crowds of Tuscany & Umbria, Sicily is a lesser known Italian gem that packs a surprising punch. This lovely...

Florist File: Washington, D.C.

These power florists are able to impress even the biggest movers and shakers within the Beltway. Know another top florist in the Capital? Let us...

Florist File: Spain

Dramatic and colorful, this florist embodies the spirit of Spain. Know of other great florists in Spain?  Let us know by commenting below.

Mallorca Shopping: Top Boutiques, Gourmet Food, Home Decor & more

Although better known for sun, sand and sporty diversions, the Balearic island of Mallorca is also a great place for strolling and shopping in chic...

Fabulous Hot-Air Balloon Adventures

For a special event, a unique gift, a new sensation, or simply for a thrilling afternoon picnic excursion, head up, up and away in a hot-air...

Cheat Sheet: Mallorca, Spain

A perennial Mediterranean hotspot and the largest of Spain's Balearic Islands, Mallorca has it all, from beautiful beaches with secluded coves to...

Cheat Sheet: Verbier

Verbier is gorgeous and super fun all year round. If I could design the winter season of my dreams, I'd rent a Chalet in this mountain town from...

Ultimate Shops for the World's Finest Wines & Spirits

Want to build your single malt collection or simply pick up a bottle of wine for dinner? These top liquor purveyors have shelves stocked with the...

Florist File: Belgium

Belgians don't need anymore chocolate, so give some gorgeous blooms as a gift instead. Know another great florist in Belgium? Let us know by...

Florist File: London

A pretty bunch from one of these leading London florists will brighten up even the grayest day.

Creative Mother's Day Gift Ideas & Experiences

The traditional brunch and bouquet of flowers is always lovely for Mother's Day, but how about surprising mom with something new this year—perhaps...

Snog, Pure Organic Frozen Yoghurt Stores in London

Not sure which I love more ... the name or the yoghurt! The clever team at Snog has created what every health-conscious but taste-loving foodie...

Pampas Plains, High Quality Beef from Argentina

ring an extended visit to Buenos Aires I became addicted to the beef. Those incredible pampas plains stretching as far as the eye can see, cattle...

Noble Macmillan, London-based Bespoke Photo Albums

So you forgot Mother's Day ... naughty, naughty! Win her affections back and score brownie points with a gorgeous bespoke photo album from the...

Barbados, My Insider Tips

I spent time with frequent visitors and those who call Barbados their second home to uncover the ins and outs of this special island. I tapped some...

Eight Great Small Escapes in the U.S. & Europe

Like most people, you're likely watching your wallet more carefully these days and a major trip may not be on your list for this year. But getting...

A Perfect Day in South Kensington, London

South Kensington is one of London's prettiest residential areas and offers so much for everyone of all ages. Here's my take on one way (there's...

Shopping in Cartagena: Top Boutiques for Colombian Fashions, Home Decor & more

Colombia has a long tradition of artisans skilled in making jewelry and crafts, but in recent years, the Caribbean country has turned out...

Beautorium, An Online Natural & Organic Beauty Emporium

I take my daily skincare regimen very seriously, so it's great to find a one-stop online store with a hand-picked selection of many of my favorite...

Sophie March, London-based Closet Organizer

Ski Butlers, Personal Delivery Service for Ski Gear Rentals

With airlines charging exorbitant baggage fees, there's even more reason to rent rather than schlep your ski gear. Enter Ski Butlers, a...