Isabel Hilll 
Picture this: It’s a rainy Tuesday evening, and I’m staring at my living room floor, unrolling a borrowed mat that smells faintly of lavender and regret. That was me, five years ago, dipping my toes into yoga for the first time after a friend swore it would melt away my desk-job stress. I fumbled through … Read more
Remember that sweltering summer day when I stepped out in a flowy maxi skirt, feeling like I could conquer the world without breaking a sweat? That’s the essence of 2023’s summer fashion—effortless, bold, and unapologetically fun. Back then, as the world shook off pandemic blues, designers leaned into joy with vibrant hues and playful silhouettes … Read more
Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves lapping against a private yacht, or wandering through sun-drenched vineyards with a glass of crisp rosé in hand. That’s the pull of a true luxury summer vacation – it’s not just about escaping the everyday grind, but about immersing yourself in moments that feel tailor-made for … Read more
I’ve always believed that yoga isn’t just about twisting yourself into pretzels—it’s a gentle invitation to reconnect with your body and breath. When I stumbled into my first yoga class over a decade ago, fresh out of a stressful desk job, I was the newbie fumbling through poses while everyone else seemed effortlessly serene. That … Read more
Imagine strolling through the streets of Paris last summer, the air thick with tension from yet another round of protests. I was there visiting an old friend, a local journalist who’d covered French politics for decades. Over coffee in a bustling café near the Seine, he leaned in and whispered, “This country’s government changes faster … Read more
Imagine waking up to the gentle lap of turquoise waves beneath your overwater bungalow, or sipping champagne while gazing at a sunset over ancient cliffs. That’s the essence of luxury travel in 2025 – not just opulence, but moments that linger in your soul long after the jet lag fades. As someone who’s chased sunsets … Read more
A few years back, I hit a rough patch where sleep felt like a distant memory. I’d lie in bed staring at the ceiling, my mind racing through the day’s chaos, and no amount of counting sheep helped. That’s when a friend suggested trying some simple yoga before bed, and honestly, it changed everything for … Read more
Picture this: a crisp autumn evening in the quiet northern Italian city of Udine, where the buzz of a World Cup qualifier should have been all about goals and glory. Instead, the streets erupted in tension, with thousands voicing their frustrations over global conflicts spilling into the world of sports. I’ve covered enough events like … Read more
Remember that rainy afternoon in my early twenties when I plopped down on the couch with a stack of magazines, devouring every detail about a pop star’s messy breakup? I felt a twinge of guilt—like I was indulging in something forbidden—but then I called my best friend to spill the tea, and suddenly, we were … Read more
Imagine standing in a dusty polling station in Yaoundé, the air thick with anticipation and a hint of tension. An elderly voter, perhaps in his 70s, shares a quiet story with me—how he remembers the day Paul Biya first took office back in 1982. “He brought stability after chaos,” he says with a nod, but … Read more