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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®

Fashion, Women 8 June 2020 11 June 2020

The day-to-night-to-bed silk slip dress

When I travel to Europe, it’s usually for at least a month. So when I pack, I need to make sure my suitcase is…

Europe, Travel 7 June 2020 9 June 2020

10 TIPS FOR TRAVELLING TO EUROPE ON A BUDGET

Anyone who has been to Europe knows that travelling to this beautiful part of the world doesn’t come cheap. So to help you travel…

Americas, Travel 6 June 2020 11 November 2020

Five things to do on Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula

In February and March this year, right before COVID-19 put a halt to travel plans, we headed over to Mexico’s incredible Yucatán Peninsula for…

Europe, Travel 31 March 2020 25 April 2025

Kapari Natural Resort, Santorini [Hotel Review]

Stacked high on the cliffs, 380 metres above sea level sits Kapari Natural Resort – a luxurious boutique resort that looks like a Santorini…

Asia, Travel 15 March 2020 15 July 2023

Amangalla in Galle, Sri Lanka [Hotel Review]

In the historic town of Galle on Sri Lanka’s south coast, lies Amangalla – one of the most unique hotels on the island. Built…

Fashion, Women 12 March 2020 13 March 2020

Shona Joy linen jungle-print dress

Forget the loud and brightly coloured Hawaiian-shirt-type-prints, this is how you do a tropical print. In a neutral palette of black and light greige…

Asia, Travel 20 February 2020 10 June 2025

One&Only Reethi Rah, Maldives [Resort Review]

I’ve been to some luxurious resorts in my time, but not many come close to the One&Only Reethi Rah in the Maldives. The ultra-luxury…

Africa, Travel 29 January 2020 10 June 2025

Raffles Seychelles, Praslin Island [Resort Review]

On the exotic Praslin Island in the Seychelles, perched high on a hillside overlooking the Indian Ocean sits Raffles Seychelles. If I could choose…

Asia, Travel 27 January 2020 10 June 2025

Shangri-La’s Villingili Island, Maldives [Resort Review]

The Maldives archipelago is made up of 1,192 coral islands scattered across the Indian Ocean. Amongst these idyllic islands on the southern-lost tip of…

Fashion, Women 27 January 2020 27 January 2020

Ms. Kensington sleepwear at sunrise

Early one morning on the island of Zakynthos, I woke up (wearing Ms. Kensington lingerie of course) to one of the best sunrises I’ve…

Africa, Travel 15 January 2020 10 January 2022

Anse Source d’Argent Beach, La Digue [Travel Guide]

Located on La Digue Island, lies the most famous beach in the Seychelles – Anse Source d’Argent Beach. The beach is said to be…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women 13 January 2020 14 January 2020

Itsy bitsy tan bikini by Ark Swimwear

After a week of island hopping in the Seychelles, we made our way back to Mahé Island to the beautiful Kempinski Seychelles. With 800…

Africa, Travel 7 January 2020 10 January 2022

Three islands to visit in the Seychelles [Travel Guide]

From the lush tropical forests on Praslin Island, to the prehistoric-looking landscape of La Digue Island, and the giant tortoises on Curieuse Island. Take…

Africa, Travel 7 January 2020 10 January 2022

Anse Lazio Beach, Praslin Island [Travel Guide]

If you’re looking for the best beach on Praslin Island in the Seychelles, you’ve come to the right place. Introducing Anse Lazio – a…

Africa, Travel 7 January 2020 10 January 2022

Curieuse Island and its giant tortoises [Travel Guide]

In the India Ocean off the northern tip of Madagascar, lies a string of 115 islands known as the Seychelles. Located amongst these exotic…

Beauty, Cosmetics, Lifestyle 13 December 2019 30 May 2024

My favourite Mario Badescu products

Santorini sunsets with my favourite Mario Badescu skincare products. Our villa in Santorini had the most incredible views, so my skincare routine went al fresco…

Accessories, Fashion, Women 13 December 2019 30 May 2024

Sightseeing with Strathberry in Rome

Sightseeing in Rome with my new Strathberry East/West bag. When Scottish luxury leather goods brand Strathberry asked me to choose a new bag for…

Europe, Travel 28 November 2019 7 April 2026

Cala Goloritzé – Sardinia’s most spectacular beach [Travel Guide]

My first trip to the Italian island of Sardinia was a complete surprise. After island hopping in Greece I knew we were flying into…

Fashion, Swimwear, Women 22 November 2019 27 January 2020

First Base jewel-coloured string bikini

I love bikinis in all different styles, but nothing beats a good triangle string bikini. One of my all-time favourites is this jewel-coloured bikini…

Europe, Travel 22 November 2019 10 January 2022

Myrtos Beach on Kefalonia Island, Greece [Travel Guide]

The Ionian Islands off the west coast of Greece are home to some of the most spectacular beaches in Europe and they don’t get…

Africa, Beauty, Travel 21 November 2019 10 June 2025

Spa day at Four Seasons Resort Seychelles [Spa Review]

There’s no better way to wait for a tropical storm to pass, than from a luxurious open-air spa on top of a mountain. Now…

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