Who would have thought that 2020 would look like this? I certainly did not imagine that I would have to cancel pretty much all of my plans and would not have a single appointment or date to put down at this time of the year when buying my yearly planner for 2020. Whereas some purchases – like … Read More
Favourite things in October
Yes, I did some shopping in Los Angeles (more about that later), but I’ve also discovered some beauty products and pieces of jewellery that I would like to share with you – in other words, it’s time for a new round of “favourite things”. BYREDO “BAUDELAIRE” It’s no secret that I am a huge fan … Read More
Travel Guide: Los Angeles – Venice Beach and Santa Monica
After spending several nights in West Hollywood I drove my Ford Mustang down to Venice beach to check into “The Rose Hotel” and to be closer to the ocean. Whereas I find the area around Venice Muscle Beach a little too busy and touristy, I enjoy Santa Monica – and of course I had to … Read More
Travel Guide: Los Angeles – West Hollywood
When I spent a few days in LA several years ago, I knew that I had to come back for a longer stay. Last week I finally got to do that. I had bought a ticket for Vampire Weekend at the Hollywood Bowl (perfect band! perfect venue!) in spring, so I had a lot of … Read More
The magic face care products
I have been struggling with my skin for years. My face is dry, but it also tends to get inflammations – and it isn’t easy to find the right products for dry skin which, at the same time, effectively fight impurities and also have an anti-aging effect. I usually try a lot of different products … Read More
What I’ll be packing for Provence
Since a close friend of my family has just moved back to her native Provence in the South of France to open a B&B in a historic building, I will be visiting her together with my family next month – in order to help her with the renovations, to enjoy some sunshine and to relax by the … Read More
Travel Diary: Barcelona
After relaxing in Catalonia and on the Costa Brava we returned our rental car and took a train from Girona to Barcelona. Our home for the weekend was “Casa Bonay”, a stylish little hotel in the Eixample Dret neighborhood in the centre of Barcelona. Part of the hotel are two restaurants, a coffee shop, a rooftop bar … Read More
Travel Diary: Hostal Spa Empúries
After our stay at the beautiful “Les Hamaques” we wanted to spend a few days in a beach hotel before heading to Barcelona for the weekend. We picked “Hostal Spa Empuries“, which is only a few minutes drive from “Les Hamaques”. I loved the modern design of the hotel – with two beachfront restaurants, a beach … Read More
Travel Diary: Les Hamaques and Catalonia
What comes to your mind when you hear the words “holiday in Spain”? Mallorca? Ibiza? Barcelona, maybe? I recently visited Catalonia and the Costa Brava – and I found beautiful, peaceful countryside, picturesque medieval villages, and small bays with beaches and turquoise water, which were not crowded at all. The starting point for our trip … Read More
Everyday haircare products
When it comes to beauty I love trying out new products, and I rarely ever stick to one brand or one product – unless it has really, truly convinced me. In terms of everyday haircare I have actually found several products which I loved so much that I would immediately rebuy them when they run out. … Read More