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TRAVELAUREL

Boho & luxury travel experiences around the world from an American expat in Dubai

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Africa published

Exploring Marrakech through the eyes of Yves Saint Laurent

Posted on November 1, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 14 minutes
Middle East published UAE

Fly fishing in Dubai

Posted on October 1, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 7 minutes
Asia published

Welcome to the jungle: Shangri-La’s Villingili Resort & Spa, Maldives

Posted on August 20, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 16 minutes
Middle East published UAE

Hotel review: Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island

Posted on August 15, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 6 minutes
Middle East published

A Weekend in the Pearl of Arabia

Posted on April 2, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 10 minutes
Asia published

Ceylon Style

Posted on February 18, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 5 minutes
Asia

Hotel review: Amanwella

Posted on January 30, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 6 minutes
Asia

Hotel review: Amangalla

Posted on January 25, 2017 by travelaurel
Reading time 6 minutes

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Hello 2020 and my first travels of the new year and decade: Antakya, Turkey. I’m just about to board my flight back to Dubai, but check out my stories for highlights. While I was there to get an exclusive on the new @themuseumhotelantakya (a five-star hotel built around a fascinating Roman archaeological site that includes the world’s largest mosaic), I was truly amazed by the region in general, which, as the ancient biblical Antioch, brimmed with not only brilliant archaeological and religious sites, but great museums, fantastic food (Hatay is a UNESCO Gastronomic City), unbelievably genuine hospitality from the people, lovely local handicrafts, gorgeous villages and natural sites a short drive from the main city. In a nutshell: GO. 📷: Windswept at the Antakya Catholic Church with the Habibi Naccar Mosque in the background. . . . #travel #travelphotography #instatravel #travelgram #igtravel #passionpassport #beautifuldestinations #wonderful_places #lifewelltravelled #archaeology #wanderlust #traveling #traveltheworld #ig_worldclub #cntraveller #luxurylifestyle #forthecurious #sheisnotlost #dametraveller #wearetravelgirls #girlslovetravel #dametraveler #gogirlguides #femmetravel #thetravelwomen #turkey #antakya #hatay #antioch #mediterranean
I’m heading to the US shortly for the holidays, but I’ve got to say, aesthetically speaking, nowhere does Christmas as well as London does. Where is your favorite festive destination? . . . #travel #travelphotography #instatravel #travelgram #igtravel #passionpassport #beautifuldestinations #wonderful_places #lifewelltravelled #travelwriter #wanderlust #traveling #traveltheworld #ig_worldclub #luxurylifestyle #forthecurious #london #christmas #mayfair #christmaslights #throwback #uk #sheisnotlost #dametraveller #wearetravelgirls #girlslovetravel #dametraveler #gogirlguides #carnabystreet #festive
One thing I am often asked is if Dubai, an Islamic city, is allowed to or chooses to participate in anything Christmassy when that time of year rolls around. And the answer is it absolutely does - in spades. Festive markets, winter fairs, holiday parties aplenty, and - as seen here - hotels brimming with festive decor and tree-lighting celebrations. Swipe through (sound on) to check out the holiday vibes at @mo_jumeira where the hotel’s @kenzotakada_official designed tree was revealed. . . . #travel #travelphotography #instatravel #travelgram #igtravel #passionpassport #beautifuldestinations #wonderful_places #lifewelltravelled #travelwriter #wanderlust #traveling #traveltheworld #ig_worldclub #cntraveller #luxurylifestyle #forthecurious #kenzo #mandarinoriental #dubai #mydubai #christmas #festive #christmasdecor #hotellife #hotel #design #aboutlastnight #fashion #kenzotakada
I couldn’t help myself, I just had to have a mini-photoshoot with this fabulous shearling sofa and Burj Khalifa view, in my Carole Lombard suite at the new @paramounthoteldubai. All white and sumptuous, it’s fit for a starlet. . . . #travel #travelphotography #instatravel #travelgram #igtravel #passionpassport #instafashion #wonderful_places #lifewelltravelled #travelwriter #wanderlust #outfit #traveltheworld #ootd #luxurylifestyle #forthecurious #sheisnotlost #dametraveller #wearetravelgirls #girlslovetravel #dametraveler #gogirlguides #femmetravel #thetravelwomen #mydubai #dubai #burjkhalifa #roomwithaview #paramounthoteldubai #downtowndubai

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  • A Weekend in the Pearl of Arabia
    A Weekend in the Pearl of Arabia
  • Yokoso Nippon at the 2016 St. Moritz Gourmet Festival 
    Yokoso Nippon at the 2016 St. Moritz Gourmet Festival 
  • Short break: Mykonos & Athens
    Short break: Mykonos & Athens
  • Ceylon Style
    Ceylon Style
  • Weekend getaway: Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach
    Weekend getaway: Banyan Tree Ras Al Khaimah Beach

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