Lastminute lovelies

Catch Some Rays, Not the Flu This Winter!

Rescu Team — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:10:51 GMT

Dreading the cooler weather? The lastminute lovelies might just have the solution for a little extra warmth this winter!

By Kirsty Harrison www.lastminute.com.au

Top Tips For Getting Your Partner on a Couples Weekend Away

Rescu Team — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 3:03:57 GMT

Dragging your man out of the house can prove hard at the best of times (especially when there’s a big game on TV), but escaping for a couple’s weekend away anytime is easy, right? Wrong!

By Kristy Harrison lastminute.com.au

Eggsellent Easter Holidays

Rescu Team — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:20:12 GMT

By Kirsty Harrison www.lastminute.com.au

Ever experienced that feeling of regret when a long weekend rolls around and you’re staying put at home? If you answered yes, you’re not alone. According to a survey we conducted last year, nearly three in four Aussies hate it when they don’t make the most of a valuable long weekend by taking a short break.

The main reasons for not planning a getaway to coincide with a highly anticipated long weekend include forgetting to plan ahead (oops) and deciding to stay home and do household jobs which rarely come to fruition (we could have told you that one!)

We know, we know, it feels like Christmas was just last week but Easter (and a four day weekend – woohoo!) isn’t far away though so it’s time to get your skates on if you haven’t booked your getaway yet.

Romance: It’s Not All Roses And Chocolate!

Rescu Team — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 15:15:04 GMT

By Kirsty Harrison www.lastminute.com.au

Ahhh February, the month of love. While roses, chocolate and a fancy dinner might rock some people’s world for Valentine’s Day, every couple is different when it comes to their idea of romance.

If you’re anything like the lastminute lovelies, a getaway with your special someone is muuuuch higher on your wish list than an expensive dinner – why do you think we picked this job. Being forced to order from a set menu and share your ‘romantic’ night with countless other couples doing the same thing in close proximity is not really our thing (been there, done that).

We also believe romance should be alive every day of the year, not just February 14! With this all in mind, we’ve put together a list of some of our favourite ideas for a romantic escape in Australia on Valentine’s Day or any time of year.

‘Tis The Season To Be Detoxing

Rescu Team — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 14:14:27 GMT

By Kirsty Harrison lastminute.com.au

Feeling a bit blah after the festive season? After weeks filled with a few too many cocktails, advent calendar goodness (when else can you have chocolate for breakfast) and more brunch/lunch/drinks/dinner/dessert catch ups than you can count on your fingers and toes, it’s fair to say you might have overindulged just a smidgen.

Now you could go off on a crazy celebrity personal trainer regime or partake in a lemon detox diet but really, how enjoyable does that sound.

The lastminute lovelies don’t like a hard slog so we suggest combining the best of both worlds and booking yourself in for a healthy holiday at one of our fave retreat hotspots. Easy, peasy, relaxy. Rehab should be glamorous shouldn’t it?

Top 5 NYE Hot Spots According To The Lastminute Lovelies

Rescu Team — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 1:01:08 GMT

By Kirsty Harrison

www.lastminute.com.au

As the newest Rescu contributors on the block, there’s something you should really know about us... the lastminute lovelies love to party! So what better topic to explore this month than the biggest party of the year: New Year’s Eve. It only comes around once a year so make the most of it with our ultimate top five list of destinations you should experience NYE in at least once in your lifetime.

Guide to Kuala Lumpur With the Lastminute Lovelies and Jimmy Choo

Super User — Sun, 06 Nov 2011 13:13:00 GMT

By Kirsty Harrison
www.lastminute.com.au

Okay, we admit it. The lastminute lovelies are more than a little bit in love with KL. From laksa to Lanvin, TopShop to temples, Malaysia’s buzzing multicultural metropolis really does have it all.
One of Malaysia’s most famous exports and favourite of Sex and the City’s Carrie Bradshaw no less, Jimmy Choo, provided us with his recommendations for a KL trip to remember:

Pampering galore: After a day of sightseeing, you deserve some pampering. Kuala Lumpur’s fish spas are an ... unusual way to give your feet some much needed attention. It’s very tickly but VERY effective.
Lovelies tip – Persevere! By the end you’ll be guiding the fishies to missed spots … or maybe that’s just me.

Shoe shopping: Everyone asks where to get Kuala Lumpur’s best shoes and of course, I’m a little biased. I recommend the Jimmy Choo store in Suria KLCC at the base of the Petronas Towers. Fion Poon in Central Market is also a fab spot for something a little less pricey.
Lovelies tip – Keep smiling and bargain hard at markets. It’s a game you should play.

Cooking is the new black: If you want to wow your friends at home you can’t beat a Malaysian cooking class at Bayan Indah cooking school – it’s an unforgettable and very worthwhile experience.
Lovelies tip – You can pick up great Malaysian serving dishes at the markets to make your experience at home authentic.

A meal to impress: For a night to remember, I take guests to Le Yen at the Ritz Carlton, which is hands down one of Kuala Lumpur’s most stylish and unique restaurants. You must start with a drink in the Ritz’s cosy lounge bar.
Lovelies tip – Be wary in heels! Sidewalks in Asia can be dangerous... You don’t want to trip out of the Ritz after a few champas!

If you’re feeling thirsty: Another watering hole with wow factor is Luna Bar, an ultra chic roof-top bar with an illuminated pool in the centre. You can’t beat the views of the city at night... just gorgeous.
Lovelies tip – It can get really muggy in KL especially in rooftop bars. Pack face powder so you can relax and enjoy the view.

Have credit, will travel
If we’ve inspired you to consider KL, might we suggest coinciding your visit with the major shopping sales period?
Let’s face it, the opportunity to incorporate a good dose of retail therapy is often a prerequisite for a happy holiday. If this is your kind of thinking too then the Malaysia’s Mega Sale Carnival from 15 June to 31 August in 2012 should be in your diary.
It’s the granddaddy of sales, and the best time for the committed shopper to head to KL and snap-up lust-worthy brands such as Gucci, Armani and Fendi. Stores outdo each other's price cuts and offer shoppers ridiculously generous gifts with purchases. What’s not to love?

Need to justify the splurge?
With the Aussie dollar going strong, the increased bang-for-your-travel-buck is giving people a greater opportunity to make overseas holidays a more frequent occurrence. Let’s face it, saving money on flights and accommodation provides extra cash to put towards your shopping budget and that is always welcome news!

Kirsty’s top KL hotel picks
Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur
Why she loves it: This hotel offers some of KL’s largest rooms starting at 42 square metres including walk-in wardrobes to hang all your purchases and have your own Sex and the City moment.

The Westin Kuala Lumpur
Why she loves it: Six restaurants to choose from... need I say more?

Parkroyal Kuala Lumpur
Why she loves it: Want to be pampered? Not only does the St Gregory Sanctuary have your usual day spa treatments, there is a specific foot massage room (perfect after a day of retail therapy!)

Shangri-La Hotel Kuala Lumpur
Why she loves it: Not only is the pool gorgeous and perfect for a refreshing and relaxing dip, the Poolside Terrace is an excellent venue for a casual cocktail and bar snacks.

Le Meridien Kuala Lumpur
Why she loves it: Being close to the train network makes this hotel super convenient for getting from the airport to your room with roll along luggage (and hauling back shopping bags).

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