Travel Diary
Keep up to date with my travels. Get inspiration from my holiday bookings, what to do, what to take and of course tips on how to get a bargain holiday and make your money for further on holiday.
Sometimes girls just ‘wanna’ be girls. I find the colour pink to be so girly but once in a while it’s good to indulge.
When am on holiday there are no heels rules. When I can, I wear the highest heels I have and cause a lot of commotion because I know in a few days or weeks I will pack my bags and be on my way.😃😃😃😁😁😁😁
Dress – Dorothy Perkins
Wedge Shoes – Next
Hand bag- River Island.
See you tomorrow
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I always wondered how people in Nigeria can wear jackets, and tights given that the weather is so warm… I mean so Hot.
I found the most gorgeous pleather skirt from River Island and I just had to travel with it.
My friend told me that the way to survive in this Nigeria heat is to go from AC to AC.
I did just that😃😃😃😃 and pulled off this fabcheek look.
Necklace – Zara
Cami -Asos
Skirt – River Island.
Shoes – Marks and Spencer
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It’s taken over 12 hrs to get to my destination Abiriba in Nigeria. This is a small village in Abia State and am proud to say that this is where am from!
Home is differently where the heart is. Feels so good to be amongst old family and friends. I have met up with people who I have not seen for years and the catch up has been real to say the least.
Follow my travel diaries over the next few days. The Internet situation is real but bare with me as I try to keep a daily log of outfits and activities.
I barely touched down in this town and they dragged me out already.
Top – New Look
Jeans – New Look (Tall)
Sandals – Dorothy perkins
Hand bag – Halston Heritage
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I couldn’t think of a better way to spend the new year than in a different environment. A relaxing space to reflect on the days gone and pray about the days ahead.
My mission was to travel without checking in my whole life.
I followed the following steps to achieve this goal.
1- Research your travel destination. This instantly gives your packing purpose and you do not have to pack for different eventuality because you know what weather to expect at your chosen destination and what local vascinities to expect.
2- While packing, I found that having everything I wanted to take with me was really helpful. I was able to visually create outfits and consider which items would be most versatile so that I didn’t over pack.
3- I chose to pack several neutral items. You might wonder how I managed to pick all those items into my suitcase ? That takes me to point 4.
4- I learned that rolling your clothing items is the best way to pack and make the most of your luggage space. I did just that and strategically squeezed all the items I wanted to travel with into my luggage.
And there you have it!
5- Shoes were bagged and packed last because I didn’t want the heels to get damaged in transit. Do not forget to distribute the weight of the suitcase evenly.
I will keep you updated on my travels once I get to my destination.
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I am the worst person for mosquito bites. These blood sucker just can’t get enough of me. Well…. on this occasion I had enough.
I have tried the various insect and mosquito repellants but I would always come back from my travels with a few bites.
Until I learnt about this product.
Can you believe I spent 2 weeks in Nigeria… in the raining season … in Lagos and I did not get a single mosquito bite.
I am so thrilled right now. I emphasised raining season because mosquito’s love the damp conditions.
I could do a little praise dance right now.
No gimmicks this Avon skin so soft oil spray is the business. I applied this evenly day and night. Depending on where in the world you are, you might need to apply it more often but IT WORKED.
Who would have thought it .
Don’t underestimate THE AVON.
To make things even better it smells pretty good too. 👌
I bought mine from Amazon but it can also be purchased from your local Avon representative.
Believe me … a mosquito free holiday makes for Happy holidaying.
See you on the next post.
Until then let’s connect and be friends on instagram @ijaykheavens
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This is such an oldie but goodie. A classic ! The first thing that came to mind when putting this look together was ‘I don’t want to look like a cowgirl’. Not that there is anything wrong with cowgirls or cowboys. It just was not my desired look. I personally tried to stay away from denims the same shade and weight…. You should too. 
While the rips on this jeans are not visible in this picture. Ripped jeans add a element of trendiness to this look. 
Don’t be afraid to add a bright lipstick to complete the look. A pop of colour makes life more interesting. Anything from shades of pinks to reds and oh maybe a deep berry would do the trick. 
Ofcourse with every outfit you must cross your T’s and dot your I’s with some accessories. Happy denim on Deniming 😉 Shirt -Newlook Tall Jeans- Topshop Joni Tall Necklace -River Island Sandals- Dorothy Perkins Let’s connect and be friends on Instagram @ijaykheavens
On booking my holiday I heard so many stories about how expensive Dubai was:oops::oops:. I wanted to have a blast without denting the bank account.
Did you know that in the same way you can get online deals with Groupon UK,you can also get deals in Dubai with Groupon Dubai :o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o:o. I knowww right! !!!. How did I not know this until day 2 of my 5 day trip.
http://dubai.groupon.ae/
Use the link above to get deals of meals, treatments , hotels, activities and much more.
I saved over 100aed on the dessert tour using Groupon Dubai.
Be sure to book early as most deals are subject to availability.
Also..I found that Time Out was a god send when it came to finding out things to do. Ladies make sure that you utilise the Tuesdays ladies night. I love a bargain so buy one get one free on drinks gets a huge thumbs up from me👍.
The great thing about being a lady in dubai that you do get preferential treatment. On the trains there are designated women and children only areas. Be sure to look out for these because you stand a better chance at getting a seat in one of these carriages than the main carriages. Did I mention that the trains are spotless.
Finally . .. taxi’s in Dubai are mega cheap and it’s easy to get carried away with taking taxi’s everywhere.
I saved approx 100aed in taxi fares by using the train to visit the gold souk. This was one of my travel highlights as I got to use the Abrak too. It adds a different yet culturally rich dimension to what was a very glamorous holiday.
This ride was a bargain at only 2 Dirhams.
Hope you found these bargain tips useful. Feel free to share some of your in the comments box below.
Let’s connect on instagram @ijaykheavens
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Reflection- While it’s ok to stay in your comfort zone-that’s not were you will reach your full potential or impact the masses. My heart is heavy because more can be done and more should be done.
Jumpsuit -Long tall sally
Lace up sandals- Reiss
While on holiday there’s nothing more important than to totally feel relaxed in the environment and in your clothing.
Today I wore my joggers from Dorothy Perkins. Totally unbothered and chilled out to face the Nigeria heat
Top from Newlook
Jogger from Dorothy Perkins
Sandals from Dorothy Perkins
Khaki side slit high neck top- River Island
Black Rivington waisted jeans – Asos
Gladiator caged shoes- Newlook
Necklace – River lsland
Bag- Thrifted
Watch- Michael Kors
Let’s connect on instagram
@ijaykheavens
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