KATHERINE RALLY: VIBRANT HOLIDAY

Katherine Rally's vibrant new collection is perfect for the kick off to the summer. The design team - Katherine and Rally Dupps - created their own line of batiks inspired by their love of travel, textiles and bright colors, and I am excited to share their modern patterns. Stay tuned for additional colors this Memorial Day weekend, featuring these beautiful fabrics designed in the "Island paradise of Bali, Indonesia" and available at select international boutiques. 

MARVELOUS MAMOUNIA

La Mamounia somehow delivered everything I imagined Morocco to be.

Built in 1923 when Morocco was a French protectorate, the Mamounia merges the sober lines of Art Deco architecture with the intricacies of traditional arabesque decorations. The hotel has long been considered the masterpiece of this fusion of styles, unique to a handful of Moroccan buildings.

A top interior designer has refurbished its rooms in Art Deco and Arabo-Andalusian styles, star-studded chefs have opened restaurants, and a sprawling spa has been added to the 20-acre gardens of palm and olive trees set inside the Medieval ramparts of a world heritage site.

Photos courtesy of La Mamounia.

MORE MAMOUNIA

Photos courtesy of La Mamounia.

MARRAKECH: LA MAMOUNIA

No trip to Marrakech would be complete without at least savoring a cappuccino in the lush garden of the Mamounia. Yes, a panini will set you back $40, but the exquisite courtyard setting makes up for the gulp inducing price. Enjoying the fabled history and the gorgeous renovation, mingling with the elite and beautiful, relaxing on the deep seated couches and strolling along the verdant paths is a fine respite to the bustling city!

According to hotels.com, "Marrakech’s famed La Mamounia Hotel has recently reopened to show off its new look. Its palm and olive tree garden is still there, but the $176 million renovations went to the Art Deco and Moorish-style rooms, as well as the spa and restaurants. The shaded courtyards with colorful tiles provide space for even more relaxation, as does the large swimming pool overlooked by sculptures on the walls. As a fine example of Moroccan art and craftsmanship, many consider this hotel to be a national monument."

MARRAKECH: ROSE CITY

Strolling through the colored medina, everything was so rosy!