by Meri Gavin June 26, 2024
Spectacular sunrise at Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island.

Southern Ocean Lodge, Kangaroo Island

Southern Ocean Lodge reopened in December 2023 following a complete rebuild, nearly four years to the day after the luxury lodge was razed by bushfires. Created by the lodge’s original architect, the new property bears almost the same luxurious footprint as the original. Overlooking the Southern Ocean, this über chic lodge certainly lives up to the hype of being one of the most sought-after luxury retreats in the world. Step inside Southern Ocean ...

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by Meri Gavin September 4, 2018
The Wow! Factor. Anyone for tea?

The ‘Wow!” Factor

Everyone knows someone with that indefinable ‘wow factor.’  The woman who moves with ease and grace; whose personal presentation complements the occasion and speaks warmly with eloquence.    We all know that woman - the one who seems to have it all together. She could be who you want to be. Many express this hope in a variety of ways. They buy the nicest things that inspire elegance, dress their best and carry ...

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