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Laura McWhinnie

Laura McWhinnie

THIS ISLAND LIFE® IS A BLOG THAT FOLLOWS THE SUMMER AROUND THE GLOBE TO BRING YOU WARM-WEATHER INSPIRING TRAVEL, FASHION, BEAUTY AND ADVENTURES. BECAUSE IT’S ALWAYS SUMMER SOMEWHERE®

Europe, Travel

Summer in Europe with Priority Pass

Sponsored by Priority Pass. While I get to travel to incredible island destinations for work, it’s not always as glamorous as it looks. What…

Accessories, Fashion

Splash bags by Bondi Bandits

Just before I left on my trip to the Seychelles, I was gifted this beautiful palm-print splash bag to use on my island hopping…

Africa, Travel

10 drone shots of the Seychelles

Located in the Indian Ocean off East Africa just northeast of Madagascar lies the Seychelles – an archipelago of 115 idyllic islands. With a…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women

Baby blues by Ocho & Oak Swim

Sponsored by Ocho & Oak. There’s just something about a baby blue coloured bikini on tanned skin that just encapsulates the vibe of summer….

Africa, Travel

Island hopping by drone in the Seychelles

From the lush tropical forests and clear aqua beaches on Praslin Island, to the surreal prehistoric-looking landscape of La Digue Island, take a look…

Beauty, Hair, Lifestyle

The best products for over-processed hair

You’re probably thinking my hair doesn’t look that damaged or bleached, but it’s been eight weeks, four haircuts, and two colour corrections since my…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women

Robe life at Raffles in the Seychelles

If I was stranded on a deserted island and could only take one outfit, it would be a bikini and robe combo.  There’s nothing…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women

Island life in Europe with Aloé Swimwear

Sponsored by Aloé Swimwear. I don’t think I’ve ever worn one bikini as much as I have worn this baby. I’d been looking for…

Design, Lifestyle, Photography

An interview with artist Danielle Cross

I’m thrilled to introduce one of my favourite artists, Danielle Cross. Not only is Dani an incredible artist, she’s also extremely well travelled, and…

Accessories, Fashion, Women

Summer in Italy in my Italian boater hat

Sponsored by Helen Kaminski. If there’s one accessory you need for a hot summer in Europe, it’s a good sun hat. I packed a…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women

Peony Swimwear in the Maldives

Sponsored by Peony Swimwear. After weeks of rain in Sri Lanka, I finally reached the Maldives where I was able to give this bikini…

Asia, Travel

10 drone shots from the Maldives

I knew the Maldives would be beautiful, but I was blown away with just how picture perfect this island destination really was – especially…

Asia, Travel

What $6 million gets you in El Nido

While writing up the last of my stories from my incredible trip to El Nido in the Philippines, I stumbled across a private island…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women

Ionian island hopping in Cantik Swimwear

Sponsored by Cantik Swimwear. I’ve been wearing Cantik Swimwear for years, but this latest acquisition is one of my all-time favourites. The luxe slate-coloured…

Europe, Travel

Castaway on Shipwreck Beach, Zakynthos [Travel Guide]

On a dark and stormy day in 1980, the infamous MV Panagiotis – a freight-liner making its way from Turkey, ran aground on Navagio Beach on…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women

My favourite one-piece by Aloé Swimwear

Sponsored by Aloé Swimwear. When it comes to swimwear, I’ve always been a bikini girl. I love the idea of a one-piece, but if…

Asia, Travel

On safari at Chena Huts, Sri Lanka [Hotel Review]

Nestled between dunes, trees and the ocean’s edge on the fringe of Yala National Park in Sri Lanka, lies Chena Huts by Uga Escapes….

Asia, Travel

Sri Lanka’s most instagrammed palm tree [Travel Guide]

This palm tree (and its rope swing) is one of the most instagrammed spots in the whole of Sri Lanka. If you’re heading to…

Asia, Europe, Travel

Our top 11 bikini destinations from 2017

With another epic year of travel behind us, it’s time to reminisce back on our island hopping adventures. Take a look at our top…

Europe, Travel

Ithaca’s most beautiful beach

Basking in the crystal clear waters of my ancestral island home. Ithaca is a tiny Greek island in the Ionian Sea that is where…

Fashion, Women

What to wear sightseeing in summer

Farfetch Partner. When I travel, fashion plays a big role in my planning process. Having the right pieces is a priority for me –…

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This Island Life®

Created by Laura McWhinnie, THIS ISLAND LIFE® is a blog that follows the summer around the globe to bring you warm-weather inspiring travel, fashion, beauty and adventures. Because it’s always summer somewhere®.

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