Sure, a return to Turkey is at the top of my travel to-do list, but I’ll be stateside for a bit as business has landed me in Boston. So, instead of dwelling on my flight status (or lack there-of), I figured I’d indulge myself with some Turkish-style R&R. With just a few clicks I tracked…

I’m sure you’ve heard the rumors about New York City: 1. It never sleeps, and 2. You can get anything there. Well, I can confirm that both are true. That’s why I went on a very serious mission to find the most relaxing day spa in Manhattan (trust me, there are thousands). My search led…

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day I’m giving my toiletry bag a romantic makeover to prepare for my journey ahead.  Check out the pretty yet practical beauty loot that made the cut. Noodle & Boo All of My Heart French Milled Soap, $15, NoodleandBoo.com I don’t always trust hotel soap as I occasionally find that…

Always wanting to be a chic resource to fellow travelers, a friend of mine, Ellie, came to me recently with a packing challenge for her 3 day ski getaway to the Fairmont Chateau on Lake Louise. I’ve teamed up with Somewear To Be to create another edition of Excessive Baggage, packing and fashion recommendations to keep Ellie…

Arriving at Le Blanc Spa Resort slightly bruised and battered emotionally from a crazily stressful week of meetings and physically rough around the edges due to too many consecutive late nights of partying, I was concerned I’d feel a little out of place.  After all, this pristine, white enclave is Cancun’s only AAA Five Diamond…

I’ve always considered Club Astoria as a neighborhood “go to” club over the winter months.  Weekend nights typically generate a nice crowd of people, the majority locals and young professionals, who want to be out for a fun night of dancing. The setting itself is quite ornate and expansive, with sumptuous velvet lounging spaces and…

When the beautiful people of Barcelona head indoors for the cooler months, this is where you’ll find them. Located in the ritzy Sant Gervasi neighborhood, Nuba is 100% local in the know, as it’s rarely recommended by hotel concierges due to it’s location a bit too far “por arriba” or up the hill, however well worth…

When I think of the King of Clubs in Barcelona, the place that’s held the throne as a hot spot longer and stronger than anyplace else is Opium Mar. This is the one venue where you can count on seeing world class DJs on a weekly basis and often more frequently in the summer months. …

I discovered Bar Pastis, in The Raval neighborhood of Barcelona, this past summer while dating a half French half Catalan television producer. This is one of those tiny, hole in the wall, bars that was absolutely perfect to wander into with that special someone, maybe on the second or third date, once you know them…

Floating above the sea with the sparkling city of Barcelona below, you’ll feel on top of the world at Eclipse.  It’s the right hybrid between intimate and loungey, yet occasionally overcrowded (mainly on Sunday late nights) elite party rocking club in town.  The key is to success for this cozy club space are the ultra…

My first impression upon arrival at Secrets The Vine was Wow!, this place is grand, chic, modern and more or less just like a W Hotel, so needless to say, just up my alley. Throughout my stay the initial impression did not waver, as I considered it to be a challenge for such a large…

Politicians are a little like fire, if you choose to play with them, you’ll most likely get burned.  Myself, being ever the wise to the ways of Latin American “politicos” worlds, have always decided to steer clear of these types, apart from friendships and of course professional relationships. Who knows what was going through my…

The Fall has officially kicked off, daylight savings coming to an end, Halloween right around the corner and before you know it Thanksgiving will be here.  With the chilly fall winds rolling in the the summer sun packing it’s bags for the south for the next 8 months, I’m sharing with you a little secret…

For nearly as long as I can remember, I’ve always viewed my life’s activities in increments of outfits, accessories and looks to go with each occasion, no matter how grand or small. Any shopping sprees over the course of my adult years have been followed up with returning home to try on each new purchase,…

It’s not everyday that I come accross two of my greatest loves, Fashion and Travel, in one place. I’ve just spotted the Pack for Paradise contest launched by “luxury travel trendsetters” One&Only Resorts and the “chic online shopping experience” of My-Wardrobe.com. Basically this is your chance to win a very Jetsetter Gypsy style experience!  From…

These days, I’m pretty certain that I know what I’m talking about when it comes to food, and Italian is one of my most frequented cuisines.  However, the greatest reassurance in knowing that I’m dining in the right place is when I’m with local friends or friends of that specific culture, and that’s exactly how…

In Barcelona, my ideal Friday afternoon consists of joining friends for a late, multicourse lunch, full of amazing wine and even better story telling.  Taverna el Glop is exactly that place, where I love to go for these lunches lasting well beyond sunset. Their original location in the Gracia neighborhood serves as the perfect rustic…

If you’re ever looking to bump into me in Barcelona, then your best chances would be at Bar Foc.  Apart from my home and my beach club, this is the place where I always end up visiting multiple times per week when I’m in town. This tiny gem of a bar amongst the tourist traps…

My favorite of the new, chic bars in town, Boca Chica is a mix of baroque elegance, nautical chill and wilderness lodge coziness. Here you’ll find the most fashionable crowd in Barcelona, so be sure to break out your best designer duds. There are three distinct settings giving you different options to suit your company.…

One of the newer “see and be seen” style restaurants on the Barcelona dining scene.  Boca Grande has the elegance of a French bistro, but with an eclectic spin. From the minute you enter, you’ll get the feeling of “where am I?,” surrounded walls covered in antique style mirrors and shelves of glittering crystal wear,…