A history as remarkable as its landscape, the Cappadocia region in Turkey is definitely the most magnificent place I have ever traveled. If you haven't visited it already, Cappadocia with its whimsical fairy chimneys, warren-like underground cities, and peculiar rock formations should be on the top of your list of places to travel! A holiday in this beautiful city of ancient charm and unusual rock formations is a great experience. The moment you will land in this beautiful region, you will be enchanted by its dramatic landscape and strange beauty. It's almost like stepping in a different {fairy-talish} world. The sheer beauty of this geographical wonderland is hard to explain in words, you need to experience it yourself. Endowed with an endless list of breathtaking attractions, the Cappadocia region of Turkey, also known as the city of caves, offers an exotic and invigorating vacation. It is made up of many charming villages and towns, all a few hours or minutes away from
The Instagram worthy, thoughtfully designed Manon Les Suites is a remarkable hip boutique hotel with a commitment to ecology that can be seen in every aspect of the hotel. Plus, it has one of the prettiest pool in all of Copenhagen. Though, what this eco-luxe hotel lacks is the luxury quotient. Wrapped in organic cotton robe, sipping my favorite Pukka herbal tea {also organic}, soaking in the Danish air, sitting in the hip pool area of Manon Les Suites Hotel, that's how my first day ended in Copenhagen. Inspired by the Bohemian-theme, the hotel blends an eclectic hip design with Bali's tropical influence, a touch of New York cool and strong Danish character. Overzealous about my fist all-eco holiday, my solo-trip to Copenhagen began with my decision to ditch the taxi and take the metro to the hotel instead, with two large luggage, one-laptop and a handbag in my hands - a decision I would soon regret. Right after coming out from Forum station, when the cold weather hit m
Have you ever wondered what goes behind those fashion labels? How and where your clothes are made and what happens to people who make them? Most shoppers are unaware of the exploitation {in the fashion industry} that goes behind that beautiful garment hanging on a rack. When globalization started in the fashion industry, its goal was to provide consumers with lower-cost clothing, while creating jobs in less prosperous parts of the world. It was kind of a perfect win-win solution. But unfortunately, it hasn’t quite worked out that way. The fashion industry somehow got mixed up in a system that includes harming, enslaving and even killing people. Yes, while millions of jobs have been created in developing countries like Bangladesh, Vietnam, India, and many others, the working conditions of the labour in these parts of the world are less than humane. To put things in perspective, a garment worker in Bangladesh is paid an average salary of less than $60 a month. Most of these workers
You've done your research, are aware of the problem in the fashion industry (labor exploitation, pollution, and landfills) and have decided to quit fast fashion once and for all. Just like me. However, you are confused about where to start. It can be a little daunting because you won't be able to wear the brands you are used to, you may have limiting choices in terms of trends, and the biggest problem - will have to spend a little more than you would normally. Fortunately, with the rise in the awareness of ethical and sustainable fashion , there are many great ethical fashion brands and multi-brand online stores that curate items to fit everyone's fashion needs, styles, budgets and personalities. Below you’ll find my favorite best online ethical fashion stores for all budgets that curate fashion that looks great and is ethically made, cruelty-free and vegan. ADDRESS CHIC Ethics - Vegan, eco-friendly, fair-trade, sustainable Product Range - Women, men
We all want to be healthy and fit, lose some weight, get that healthy glow and detox our bodies. Its easier said than done but adding s ome healthy habits in our routine can really help us get closer to our goals. One such habit is adding detoxifying and nutrient-packed Ash Gourd Juice in your diet. Ash Gourd is one of the most detoxifying vegetables and is high in vitamin B & C and minerals. I discovered this nutritious vegetable through a nutritionist and fell in love with it. Also known as winter melon (or petha), it is widely available during summers and belongs to the nutrient-packed gourd family. Ash gourd has many health benefits and is also used in Ayurveda. It is alkaline, has a very high fiber content and it increases the metabolic rate. These properties help in weight loss. It is well-known to help patients with diabetes, acts as an anti-depressant and helps in treating sleeping disorders. Ash gourd juice is known to suck-in all the toxins and act like a sponge i
When it comes to styling a look, there's no denying that a piece of jewelry can immediately spruce up the look. Whether it is a pair of beautiful earrings that instantly lights up your face or a statement necklace that'll turn a simple tee-jean look from drab to glam - there's something about jewelry that every woman loves. In my journey towards creating a more ethical wardrobe , I have lately become quite fascinated with ethical jewelry brands. I love the fact that designers are getting more creative with their designs in terms of sustainability. From jewelry made from recycled bomb casing collected from war struck Laos by Brooklyn-based Article22 (Peace Bombs collection) to those from crashed luxury cars by U.S. based Crash - when you look up for ethical jewelry brands, you'd be surprised with the choices and will fall in love with their beautiful pieces. Crash is, in fact, one of my favorites. They make jewelry from upcycled metal sourced from luxury cars, t
San Francisco is a wonderful city with its picturesque oceans, colorful architecture, crazily steep hills and trend-setting culture. Despite being home to the world's best start-up hub, the mighty Silicon Valley that makes and breaks trends on-the-go, San Francisco has become a city focused on slow living, where minimalist and conscious lifestyle is thriving. Did you know that SFO has committed to going waste-free by the year 2020? San Francisco is also well-known for setting many food trends and its innovative eateries top the list of best restaurants in the world. It has been beckoned by people who love to eat for decades. So naturally, the vegan food scene of the city is also top-class (my favorite vegan restaurants in San Francisco are listed below too). If you're a newbie on the turf, a word of caution. SFO is also home to many homeless people with plenty dodgy neighborhoods. I found myself unearthing some pretty ghastly locales on my last trip, and was almost mugge
Stepping into New Year, believing in myself and the power of good. All sparkle and shine. I choose to compete with my ego, procrastination, anger, not with other people I choose to think outside the box I choose to create new paths, not always follow them I choose to never let vanity take over my ethics I choose to buy less, choose well and make it last I choose to give back to society, not just keep taking from it I choose to be a better version of myself everyday Wearing Tamara Jarmon Top, River Island Skirt, Prada Handbag, Sissi London Shoes Some old, some new - the bag I am wearing has been in my wardrobe for over 8 years now. Everything I buy, I've committed to wearing it atleast a 25-times. I am making a conscious effort to choose ethical brands over fast fashion, and while I am not even close to keeping up to this commitment, I am not giving up on this. Ethical brands in Dubai can be harder to find, not always fitting the pocket and shopping online can s