A Thailand trip is incomplete without a visit to Bangkok. Hence, post our incredible time in Phuket and Krabi, our journey through Thailand led us to the bustling city of Bangkok. Our abode in the vibrant city had to be extra special and hence we chose Montien Surawong Hotel. Nestled in the heart of Silom, Bangkok’s most vibrant and exciting district, it is close to all the major tourist attractions, including the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and the Jim Thompson House. After all, sightseeing and shopping in Bangkok has its own charm.
With the festive season approaching, there’s no better time than now to invest in celebration-appropriate menswear. When scouting for the perfect outfit, it is important to look for something that not only complements the occasion but also resonates with your personal style. Finding an ensemble that seamlessly harmonises the festive spirit with contemporary allure is key to making a lasting impression during this joyous season.
Krabi is no less than a wonderland and we wanted a suitable abode for us. Hence, me and my family chose Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa Krabi for our stay. The drive from Phuket to Krabi was smooth, all thanks to Lark Holidays from whom we booked our travel (Not only intercity but in city too). Lark Holidays is the most reliable travel operator at Thailand. The drivers arrive on time, cabs are clean and the drivers are well informed.
Our first International trip post Covid had to be special. Afterall we waited for 3 long years to go overseas. We chose to go to Thailand, a destination which I did explore a few years back and absolutely loved it. So why not relive the nostalgia!
Considering how special our trip was, our abode had to be even more special. That’s why we chose Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa, it’s not a hotel or a resort, it’s the quintessential idyllic island retreat. This 5-star Marriott Bonvoy beachfront lifestyle resort comes with unique design, inspired by nature which offer guests a chance to explore Phuket from a new perspective through spontaneous discovery.
It was hard to resist travelling over the last 8 months. Finally, we thought of taking the plunge, packed our bags, picked the car keys and headed to Agra for a royal stay at ITC Mughal.
This time our trip was extra special as it was our first trip post lockdown after a gap of 8-9 months. The old and heritage city Agra known as the ‘city of Love’ not only has the marvelous Taj Mahal but also has the splendid ITC Mughal. ITC’s luxury collection hotel is situated in close proximity to Taj Mahal and is a tribute to the Mughal builders of the past as this hotel is historic and is inspired by the heritage Mughal monuments like Fatehpur Sikri and Agra Fort.
I love the vivid culture India has where one gets to learn about different religions as well as their festivities. I have enjoyed the splendour of Christmas as much as I enjoy Diwali so when I got an invitation for a Ramadan Food Walk from Novotel Hyderabad Airport we could not say ‘NO’. After a 2 hour flight we landed in Hyderabad, the City of Nizams from where in a few minutes we entered the plush and beautiful hotel. A look around and I was captivated with the serene surroundings filled with greenery and nature.
Usha and Smile foundation presented the third edition of its fund raising initiative “Cook for a Smile” which is endorsed and supported 3 times by Michelin starred Chef & Usha appliances brand ambassador Vikas Khanna. The event took place at Crowne Plaza, Gurgaon recently and was attended by ten top corporate leaders.
PizzaExpress, world’s leading casual dining & consumer brand has launched a new & refreshing menu to celebrate its 50 year journey at a warm soiree held at their outlet in Ambience Mall, Gurgaon.
Garam Dharam- Dhaba Te Theka is another breathtaking place to eat which ChicLifeByte recently visited in CP. The restaurant is Umang Tewari’s & Mickey Mehta’s new project inspired from the veteran actor Dharmendra.
The place is quite warm, cozy & colourful with caricatures & pictures of Dharmendra’s movies & all his photos on the walls reminding of the time when he was young & everybody loved him like a true hero.
Last week I got the chance to attend the Zomato Masterclass by 3 Michelin star lady chefs- Anita Lo (owner & executive chef, Annisa; Author, Cooking Without borders), Ana Ros (Co-owner & Head Chef, Hisa Franko; Member, Jeunes Restaurateurs D’Euripe (JRE), Chaine des Rotisseurs) & lastly the cute and young chef of the year 2015, the Pastry Chef Lauren Eldridge held at Le Cirque, The Leela Palace.
Summer has finally said adieu and autumn has knocked the door step. Irrespective of the season, there are certain things that remain the same. But, your wardrobe and your makeup kit needs revamping after each season so that your skin gets the pampering it needs. Since each skin type differs, precaution should be taken that the product that you choose sync well with your skin tone and that it does not create any allergy as well.
The kind of makeup that you used during the summer is entirely different from the ones you are set to use during this autumn season. If you had used only less moisturizer and more of sunscreen during the summer, the autumn demands more of moisturizer and less sunscreen. Check out for the 10 makeup essentials to make you look stunning this autumn, giving you a flawless skin…
As I crossed the fashion zone of Pout Café, I entered Penthouse, a modern lounge & bar located at Greater Kailash-1. The restaurant has the look & feel of a classic English bar highlighted by the neutral palette & dark wood décor. I was quite pleased to see the stylish outlet with aesthetically pleasing interiors. The lounge had nice round and square tables with comfortable chairs. The seat we chose to sit on had an innovative table. It had a trunk shaped table with a sofa.
The beauty and wellness industry has always interested and inspired me in some way or the other be it a facial, massage, manicure, pedicures or simple threadwork so it was a day when I entered this amazing spa called VLCC day spa. One look at the spa and I forgot all the heat and the trauma of the day as I felt good and relaxed and wished to stay there and get all the services and benefits within the warm confinements of the spa. The ambience of the spa was very warm, earthy, peaceful & serene with all the diyas lighted in every corner be it the Buddha statue, the interiors in chocolate and caramel colours all so aesthetically done, the footprints on the walls, the lotus drawing, the pictures which reminded me of some ancient ayurveda rituals like the panchkarma and shirodhara all for relaxation of the body, mind and soul. It was a divine feeling; the enchanting bliss that u want to pamper, relax and get indulged in the sin and temptation of getting clear skin, hands & feet.
As you enter Levels located above Raasta at the third floor in Hauz Khas Village, you’ll find a telephone booth and a picture of the London tower with comfortable sofas giving a British feel.
The owners Sahil & Avneesh have started this restaurant called Levels based on a unique concept of division of floors. The restaurant is 3 floored wherein each floor will have a different theme & music and you will just have to switch floors to be in the other theme. The cuisine is mostly deep American & Mexican with the burgers, enchiladas, fajitas & pastas. The interiors of the restaurant are done in black & red & the ambience added a rocking appeal the place. It’s a new concept & idea and they have introduced unique dishes on the menu for people to enjoy with the liquor & food (global cuisine).
The Palaash pageant finale held at Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon was a dream event for many girls as the six-month long hunt for India’s next supermodel ended with a glittering and unforgettable event with Chandigarh girl Ms Aittal Khosla winning the coveted title of Miss Palaash 2015.
The SDA Market has a new station for foodaholics- it’s the Canadian submarine or the Canada based Mr. Sub. The restaurant is beautiful done with lots of hoardings (like the ancient walls of US).