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The Riverview Retreat Corbett by Leisure Hotels

Posted on 17/01/201730/01/2017by Dollie
The Riverview Retreat Corbett review

Don’t you sometimes wish you could turn back the clock just to relive an amazing experience all over again? I certainly do. I wish I could go back a month to the wonderful holiday I had in Uttarakhand. And what made it even better was the lovely hotels we stayed at. No matter how lovely […]

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Happy New Year! The Intrusive Part of Social Media And My First Travel Vlog!

Posted on 03/01/201731/01/2017by Dollie
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Happy New Year everyone! Wish you all a wonderful 2017 and hope that the year is filled with happy moments, fun moments and moments of serenity and tranquility. Some of my friends and readers have asked me, over the phone and email, why I have suddenly gone MIA on social media – namely Instagram stories […]

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Aloha On The Ganges by Leisure Hotels

Posted on 27/12/201631/01/2017by Dollie
Aloha On The Ganges review

Day: First day of the Christmas holidays 2016 Venue: Aloha On The Ganges, Rishikesh Time: around 6:30pm (just after checking into our room at the hotel) Hubby: You made  a mistake, you shouldn’t have booked this for three nights. Me (worried): Why? What happened? Hubby: For a hotel such as this, we need to stay at […]

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Aamby Valley City – A Luxurious Weekend Getaway

Posted on 07/08/201631/01/2017by Dollie
Aamby Valley City review

Even as I sit to write this post, I wish I could go back to last saturday, where at precisely this moment, hubby and I were relaxing in the awesome jacuzzi in the balcony of the Burmese Chalet at Aamby Valley City. Beautiful landscapes, luxurious accomodations, fine dine restaurants to rival even the best in […]

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MAX by Marriott Rewards – Ensuring Happy Holidays For Your Child

Posted on 21/03/201628/03/2016by Dollie
Max by Marriott rewards

With the summer vacation round the corner, can holiday planning be far behind? For parents, planning a holiday is no longer the  simple task it used to be when we were children. Kids today have their own destination bucket lists and their own requirements from a holiday and they are actively involved with the holiday […]

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A Romantic Rendezvous At The Goa Marriott Resort and Spa

Posted on 05/08/201505/08/2015by Dollie
Goa Marriott Resort and Spa review

Last week was hubby’s birthday and since he was going to be in Goa on work in the first half of the week, I got planning; a lovely romantic getaway. My inbox has a regular inflow of emails from the various hotels whose loyalty programs we are members of and the Suite Dreams offer at […]

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Beautiful Barcelona – Travelogue and Photo Diary

Posted on 05/06/201517/08/2015by Dollie

There comes a time in life when your whole world revolves around your kids. Holiday destinations and itineraries too, are planned keeping the children’s interests in mind. This year, I wanted to go to Greece for a holiday but my football-obsessed elder son wanted to go to Spain. So, Spain it was but little did […]

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Beauty 💄| Fragrances 💐 Modest Fashion👗| Travel 🌏 | Lifestyle 🥂. Since 2012.
Director @vijoshgroup
CMO @dragonhilllifestyle
📍Mumbai

A little Runway fantasy, inspired by The Devil Wea A little Runway fantasy, inspired by The Devil Wears Prada… do you think Miranda would approve? 

Who else is excited for Part 2 🙋🏻‍♀️✨

#TheDevilWearsPrada #TheDevilWearsPrada2  #Runway #MirandaPriestly #RunwayMagazine
The entire country is battling a heatwave and here The entire country is battling a heatwave and here are some tips to help you survive it 🌞🍉🕶️

🧉Hydrate, but make it count. Think beyond water - nariyal pani, chaas, shikanji - electrolyte-rich drinks that actually replenish what the heat takes away. Also consume more water rich foods like cucumber and watermelon and avoid heavy, greasy foods. 

🧴SPF is non-negotiable. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen, (and don’t forget your arms, neck & every exposed bit), and re-apply during the day. Sunscreen mists make reapplication easy and mess-free so carry that in your bag.

👚 Breathe easy in cottons & linens - your skin will thank you. Synthetic fabrics usually trap the moisture and are a breeding ground for bacteria that causes rash and other skin issues. Also, avoid very fitted clothes and opt for slightly loose, flowy silhouettes. 

🕶️ Shield yourself physically - a cap + sunglasses aren’t just chic, they’re essential. Or arm yourself with an umbrella with UV coating.

🏡 Finally, if you can, stay out of the sun between 12–4; the time when the sun’s rays are the harshest and temperature is at its peak. Try and schedule stuff / run errands before or after this time slot. 

Heatwave survival = protection + hydration & a little bit of style ✨

#HeatwaveEssentials #SummerSurvival #StayCool #MumbaiHeat #IndiaHeatwave
Snippets from the fab Fenty event ❣️ @fentybeauty Snippets from the fab Fenty event ❣️

@fentybeauty @fentyskin @sephora_india @tirabeauty
Somebody pinch me!! #BlessedandGrateful @fentybea Somebody pinch me!!

#BlessedandGrateful @fentybeauty @fentyskin @sephora_india @tirabeauty
Yesterday was World Book Day, and those of you who Yesterday was World Book Day, and those of you who know me, know that I’ve been a total bookworm since childhood. 

Once a month, my parents would take my brother and me to Strand bookstore, a stone’s throw from my parents’ home, and where we would browse and select  the books we wanted, always trying to get one extra book added to our allowed limit. 

Of course, I now read on my Kindle because it is so convenient - hundreds of books in one compact device, I can read late into the night without disturbing my husband, and, now that I have reading glasses, increase the font size so that I don’t strain my eyes. 

But the one thing that’s constant is my love for reading. And I love to re-read my favourites (which is why I’ve always preferred to buy books rather than borrow from the library) - currently re-reading the Harry Potter series for the nth time. 

Drop a 🙋🏻‍♀️ in the comments if you love to read too or tag a bookworm you know 📚

 #WorldBookDay #bookworm #bibliopile
Soft, sensual, and just a little seductive… ✨ @at Soft, sensual, and just a little seductive… ✨

@atelierdesors Nøvae Vanilla is the kind of scent that stays close and gets you addicted - airy yet creamy, luminous, warm, and effortlessly intimate.

It doesn’t try too hard… and that’s exactly why it works. Perfect for date nights when you want to be remembered, not announced. 

Top notes: Mineral notes and Mimosa absolute
Middle notes: Vanilla Absolute, Bourbon Vanilla and Madagascar Vanilla
Base notes: Amberwood and Musk.

#ScentStorieswithDollie #AtelierdesOrs #NovaeVanilla #Scentgasm #IndianFragranceInfluencer
A morning where you’re invited to check out new k- A morning where you’re invited to check out new k-beauty products, share your feedback on them and pick out favourites? All while chatting with fellow beauty enthusiasts and playing fun games! Yes please! 

That’s exactly what @foy_foryou’s #FoyReviewEvent was all about.  Some of my favourites? @returnu_official’s Gommage Cleansing Balm , @menokin_official 30 Sec Bubble Mask with EGF- Liposome, @jsmbeauty_ Hyaluronic Acid Rice PDRN Cream, @trulybeauty Golden Glaze Body Oil & After Shave Oil, @stayunfltrd Cushion Foundations, and of course, Foy’s very own 7-in-1 Lifting Device (which my skin definitely needs) .

#Beautyevents #kbeauty
Running the show and picking the fits 😉 As CMO at Running the show and picking the fits 😉

As CMO at @dragonhilllifestyle , these are my top 5 summer essentials for men - because style should feel as good as it looks:
• Colourful polo tees for that effortless pop
• Floral prints that bring the vibe
• Breezy linen shirts (a non-negotiable)
• Cotton & linen trousers for all-day comfort
• Double pocket shirts for that rugged edge

Summer dressing, curated the Dragon Hill way ☀️✨

#DragonHillLifestyle #SummerStyleEdit #MenswearIndia #EffortlessStyle SummerFits
An afternoon of scents & stories as @maisoncrivell An afternoon of scents & stories as @maisoncrivelli arrives at @galerieslafayetteindia . 

From the multifaceted intensity of Cuir Infrarouge to the creamy seduction of Safran Secret, the soft luminous trail of Musc Nurasana to the iconic flamboyance of bestseller Hibiscus Mahajad,  the afternoon was a sensory journey decoding the artistry and the notes with an immersive masterclass by @antoine_chicot. 

Needless to say, my fragrance wishlist has grown even longer…. 

#ScentStoriesWithDollie #MaisonCrivelli #galerieslafayettemumbai #NicheFragrances #IndianFragranceInfluencer
Petal pretty, sun kissed, and made to melt into yo Petal pretty, sun kissed, and made to melt into your skin 🌸✨

This is your summer blush edit for every kind of look - soft pinks for a flushed look, juicy corals when you’re feeling playful & barely-there blooms that are perfect for work - which will survive the heat and humidity. 

Which one’s your summer pick? 💐💕

#summermakeup #summerblushes #blushesforsummer #luxurymakeup
@grittifragrances has officially arrived in India, @grittifragrances has officially arrived in India, and this is your sign to indulge in Italian olfactory artistry 🇮🇹✨

It was such a pleasure to meet @l.gritti , the creator of these marvellous fragrances! 

Decadent, distinctive, and dripping in personality - bottled in incredibly beautiful flacons with some caps inspired by Italian marble - these are the four that stole my heart:

🍒Duchessa - warm, spicy, and utterly sensuous with a luscious cherry-almond twist.
🍊 Pomelo Assoluto - aromatic, aquatic, and sparkling fresh with juicy pomelo & grapefruit (perfect for summer!)
🌸 Tutù - sweet, floral, and delicately feminine with cassis and jasmine at its core.
🍓 Chantilly - fruity, creamy, and playfully addictive with strawberry and vanilla.

Each one feels like a different mood, a different muse… and I just know that I need them all in my collection! 

Available in India exclusively at @scentidoindia 💫

#ScentStoriesWithDollie #Gritti #Nichefragrance #IndianFragranceInfluencer #Scentgasm
A little bit of glam, a little bit of chaos, and e A little bit of glam, a little bit of chaos, and everything I might need ✨👜

My bag = lipsticks for every mood, fragrance for every moment, and just enough essentials to feel put together (forgot to mention my powerbank!)

What’s one thing you always carry in your bag?

#WhatsInMyBag
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