Tuesday, June 23, 2015

Beautiful Bhutan on your bucket list?..

There's just one space left on our Beautiful Bhutan tour 15 - 25 October 2015
Don't wait.. this tour is guaranteed to depart!  
Women's only Tour to Beautiful Bhutan will change you!  
 October is the best month to travel to Bhutan weather wise!

Yahoo.. We have a tour to Bhutan 15– 25 October’15.
 So.. now I hear you saying.. what’s it going to cost me Jean? This tour is guaranteed to depart!
 Land arrangement as per itinerary.. $2818US.. wahoo! (Au$3,650 +-) Can you believe that!???
  • Flight from Bangkok to Para (this we can do on line yourself, or if you’d like me to book for you.. 
    • This flight costs US$719 ea from Bangkok to Para .. (Au$915.50)
    • International flights from Au to Bangkok on 15 returning 25th .. with Thai airlines Au$ 1027  -
      • The example flight departs Brisbane 14h00 on 15 October. (or other States in Australia)..
      • When making enquirers re your flights home..  make sure you allow 8 hrs connecting time from Para to Bangkok to home.. in case of weather changes etc, I chose 23.59pm on 25th October
      • One night share accommodation airport Bangkok $217 .. so Au $109ea.
What’s included?
  • All flights, International and domestic return
  • All meals, B L D, for duration of 9 nights plus evening tea
  • Transfers in new Toyota mini bus
  • Comfortable clean local hotels/farm house accommodation –  twin share
  • Last night in a fabulous local 5* hotel.. splashing out!
  • English speaking guide
  • Visa fee
  • Sightseeing
  • Bottled drinking water in the bus and in the restaurants
  • Royalty fee for Government
  • Tourism Development Fee
  • Government compulsory laid down % Tax
Not included
  • Tips $5.00 per day x 9days= $45 plus driver $30 = total Au$80/$100..
  • Drinks/laundry/telephone calls/ etc
  • Excess baggage
  • Travel insurance
  • Spending money

Sunday, June 14, 2015

Hats off.. its Monday

Do you wear hats?
Black Bear Hat today.. 
 1 - black bear is needed to make one hat for a guardsman

 600,000 - Black bears currently live in North America – a number thought to have fallen from two million

 1815 - was the year that bearskin hats were first worn by the Grenadier Guards following the Duke of Wellington's victory at the battle of Waterloo

 Of course, when its windy, they are a pain
 But oh gosh, how very elegant is this look?
 
 The madame of hats was Coco of course
Have a fabulously stylish week.. hats off to you all..

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

Glamorous Women Tour Shanghai 5 – 11 Aug’ 2016

Gosh.. that's only August, 2016.. such a long time away Jean?
Time management is good.. it provides us with opportunity to get all those ducks in a row,
save and savoir the thought.. 

Day 1 – Friday 5th August (Dinner) – Arrival into Shanghai  
On arrival into Shanghai (TBA), the group will be met as they exit from Customs by their local Eastern Journeys Guide and privately transferred to The Puli Hotel (Deluxe Twin Rooms) (6 nights). The balance of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening, we'll have our Welcoming Dinner at M on Bund
Day 2 – Saturday 6th August (Breakfast & Lunch) – Shanghai
This morning you will have the opportunity to visit the city’s Bund, flanked by the magnificent colonial-era buildings previously owned by the great trading houses and banks of the early 1900′s. You will also visit the beautiful Yu Gardens and from here, we include a traditional tea ceremony at the Pagoda. Today, After a lunch of traditional Shanghai food at Din Tai Fung Restaurant and this afternoon, you will have an opportunity to visit the Jewish Quarter.
Day 3 – Sunday 7th August (Breakfast & Lunch) – Shanghai
This morning, you have time to explore the famous South Bund Fabric Market which is great for fabric shopping and you can place your order for evening wear, suiting and casual wear to be made for you.
After lunch, you will then have the opportunity to visit the historical French Concession district which has some beautiful European style architecture. We will also offer some shopping options at Tianzifang for art galleries and boutiques. You will also visit the modern Xintiandi Area which has become one of the chic and trendy districts of Shanghai.
Day 4 – Monday 8th August (Breakfast & Lunch) – Shanghai
This morning, we visit the attractive water village of ZhuJiaJiao where you will have the opportunity to see a former trading village which rose to glory as a result of the Grand Canal system which exported China’s wares overseas. Whilst here we include a short cruise on the canal and a very simple lunch. Afterwards, transfer back to Shanghai and to your hotel with the balance of the afternoon is at leisure. This evening enjoy an excellent performance of Chinese Acrobatics.
After the show, let’s end the evening with a fabulous cocktail somewhere?
Day 5 – Tuesday 9th August (Breakfast & Lunch) – Shanghai
This morning, revisit the Fabric Market for fitting/ adjusting/ picking up your clothes. A lunch is offer at the wonderfully traditionalJesse Restaurant (note this is casual, noisy and local) and this afternoon, enjoy fantastic value shopping at the Cashmere Mill and Hongqiao New World Pearl Market.
the puli entrance hall
Day 6 – Wednesday 10th August (Breakfast & Lunch) – Shanghai
This morning, enjoy a fun Cooking Class learning some Chinese traditional dishes. The class also includes a visit to the local wet market where you will be explained the choice of ingredients. After a Dim Sum Lunch at Ye Shanghai  Restaurant and this afternoon, you will have an opportunity to visit the Flower, Bird, Fish & Insect Market which is one of few remaining traditional markets in town. Your guide/vehicle remain available for the balance of the afternoon for shopping, your guide is full of shopping ideas for suggestion.
Day 7 – Thursday 11th August (Breakfast) - Departure from Shanghai
Today, your Guide will meet you at a pre-arranged time for your transfer to the Airport and assist with check-in for your departure flight (TBA).
Note: Individual departure transfers can be offered at a supplement.
 BASED ON a minimum of 10 PAYING GUESTS
US$ 2,790 per person – based on a twin share basis
 Inclusions: Accommodation, Meals and sightseeing with all admissions as shown in the itinerary, the services of an English speaking private guide and of private vehicle with driver, gratuities to guide/driver.
 Exclusions: Flights, Beverages at included meals, personal expenses, travel and cancelation insurance cover (strongly recommended), Chinese visas.
 What to do next?
Indicate your interest to join this tour with an email to
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Deposits due February - US$500. The second deposit of 30% (US$687) is due 3 months before arrival (5 May) whilst the final payment (US$1603) is due at least 45 days (30 June) before arrival.

Tuesday, June 9, 2015

Peeps.. do you wear the ideal sunnies for your shape face?

Do you battle to find the ideal sunnies to suit your face?
I do.. I try on a hundred pairs and get so confused and in the end pick the first ones I picked up! 
How about you..?
I found this great article..hope it helps you solve that dilemma in your life! 
How to find sunnies that best suit your face?

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These would suit a round face

Prada - Baroque 54mm - Nordstrom 
Angelina Jolie proves why aviators are a chic choice for those with heart-shaped faces.
Heart shaped face
KBL - Silver City Aviator - Kirna Zabete

The latest cat-eye designs are a decidedly modern accessory for those with oval faces, like Olivia Palermo.
Oval shaped face
Miu Miu - Net A Porter

Retro circular frames, favored by Beyoncé, complement angular features in an ultra-stylish way.
Angular shaped face
ILLESTEVA - Leonard 2 Round Frame 
Net A Porter

Friday, June 5, 2015

#Relax, #renew, #reflect, #recover, #regroup, #regain time.. its weekend.. and in Au.. long one.. thanks Queen E for birthday

 Take time to smell the roses this weekend.. or the rose petals.. 
 Find a good comfy couch, curl up and relax with a good book and a cuppa chai
 
or take time out at a gorgeous cafe.. 
Either way, renew yourself.. listen to that inner voice, 
regain insight.. reflect on the past week,
recover from any stresses or strains,
Have a great weekend.

Tuesday, June 2, 2015

Do you have a spot to call your own?.. a 'she' cave.. a glam spot.. reserved just for you?

In most houses, there's a 'man cave'..  what about a 'she cave'.. ? 
Do you have a special glam spot?
A spot that you can display your collections? As much or as little as you'd like.. 
A spot with a table in it so that you host your book club lunches or birthday lunches?

A spot that you feel you like to dress up  to sit in, but then a spot that you can relax totally in?
With a big comfy couch and enough cushions 
Cushion that don't get creased, or land on the floor! 
Your 'she cave' can even have a cocktail trolley in it.. 
just waiting for that ideal impromptu 
celebration moment when a special friend join you in your cave.. 
Of course.. your 'she cave' would house all  your beautiful books.. 
 and on the walls,  some of  your favorite art.. sigh.. 
  
 This 'she cave' of your's would also allow you to fly off to never-land often! 
To escape the mundane life, the dreary, and the chores.. 
Oh dear 'She cave'.. yes.. let me add you on my 'to do' list! 
But right now.. it's dinner time.. I'd better bring the laundry in! 
But.... 
It's a brilliant idea.. for 'one day'..! 
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 In the meanwhile.. I'm making notes..and gathering ideas.. 
Do you have a 'she cave'?
A spot that is a reflection of your personality, ?
A spot that smells just like you, like that favorite jumper?

Do tell?.. I'd love to hear..