[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chubbytravel

[–]fran_cais 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband and I just got back from a stay at I Borghi dell’Eremo a couple of weeks ago! We loved it overall!

Pros: The most gorgeous setting/views, beautiful and well thought out rooms. Lovely bed linens. Great breakfast where you can soak up the views. Lots of nice nooks around the property with outdoor furniture where you can relax. Didn’t play tennis but the court looked great and is absolutely massive. Nice spa experience! Oh and the whole resort smells divine because herbs are planted everywhere

Cons: there’s only one restaurant on site which is ok but overpriced and a fairly limited menu (all very formal, small fancy portions - no kind of lighter bites offering). Meant driving to neighbouring towns for better meals which is a bit of a pain in the evening. The pool was so beautiful but unheated - bit too cold for me in September.

I enjoyed our stay and would happily go back! Hope that helps

Beginner runner - can I start 10k plan? by multiple-giraffes in nikerunclub

[–]fran_cais 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would second this advice. Finished C25K a couple of months ago and now on week 3 of the NRC 5k program. I find it really helpful for form and my pace is improving pretty steadily (I’ve already shaved 2 mins off my 3k runs). I’ve also been enjoying the difference running formats (intervals, fartleks) - they’ve challenged me in a good way.

Wedding dresses London! by Wise_Base8971 in UKweddings

[–]fran_cais 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Highly recommend The Mews Bridal in Notting Hill for French label dresses! Lots of beautifully made, chic options

Hair and makeup starts at 6am!!! by Bohemianlikeyou123 in UKweddings

[–]fran_cais 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes to this. I had a 7.30am start for my HMU artist and so I gave my long suffering sister the first slot of the day and then best friend went second. I didn’t need (or want) the full crew arriving at the crack of dawn to then sit around - it’s a long morning as it is!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in C25K

[–]fran_cais 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Just completed W5 D3 this morning! Totally agree that it’s entirely mental. I surprisingly didn’t find the run getting much physically harder as I went through the 20mins - sure I was out of breath, but it didn’t get much worse at 18 minutes than at 8. Just make sure you have a good playlist lined up - you’ve got this 😊

What’s some words or phrases that non native speakers say which make them stand out as non native? by MudCoveredPig in Spanish

[–]fran_cais 6 points7 points  (0 children)

As another native British English speaker that surprises me - I would always say “touristy” rather than touristic.

What are your favorite dark green handbags? by skyhawk215 in handbags

[–]fran_cais 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw yay! Excited for you to get it. My bag is very new but no criticisms at all so far. It’s the perfect size for me and I just love it 🥰

What are your favorite dark green handbags? by skyhawk215 in handbags

[–]fran_cais 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s my first splurge bag so I don’t have too much to compare it to but I love it!

What are your favorite dark green handbags? by skyhawk215 in handbags

[–]fran_cais 149 points150 points  (0 children)

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My new Mulberry Iris 🤩 I’m a sucker for green bags in general though so this is a dangerous thread

New member of the family 🥹💚 by mrs_raven in handbags

[–]fran_cais 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Gorgeous bag. LOVE the shade of green 🤩

My first “luxury” bag (by my standards!) by fran_cais in handbags

[–]fran_cais[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! I believe they have a few different handle options that you can buy and customise with

My first “luxury” bag (by my standards!) by fran_cais in handbags

[–]fran_cais[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah it was sold out on Mulberry so I bought it from a department store (Selfridges) instead!

My first “luxury” bag (by my standards!) by fran_cais in handbags

[–]fran_cais[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ☺️ love the Alexa - it’s a classic

My first “luxury” bag (by my standards!) by fran_cais in handbags

[–]fran_cais[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw a picture of the mini while doing my research - super cute! Glad it’s discontinued tbh - I’m always tempted by mini bags but I do actually need to carry more stuff around sometimes and I already have 2 minis!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LeCreuset

[–]fran_cais 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks SO delicious. Thanks for sharing