The 6 best reasons why Ukraine should be your next holiday destination!

In Europe, Ukraine stands among one of the most visited countries. Spread over 603,628 square kilometers, Ukraine has a population of 45.59 million and the capital of the country, Kiev, is something that you should definitely visit. It sports some of the best churches, castles, squares, buildings and landscapes among other things to offer. If you are a traveller who wishes to explore new destination, Ukraine is one of the best spots to visit.

For people who seek interest in unknown places and the pristine nature in the old architectural backdrop, Ukraine is the best destination you can head to. We bring to you a list of six places that you definitely have to visit whenever you are planning to go to Ukraine:

1 Castle in Gaspra

Set in the middle of Yalta and Alupka in Crimea, this decorative castle is 40 meters high and is inspired by the Neo-Gothic design. It was built between 1911 and 1912 by a Russian architect named Leonid Sherwood. It offers stunning views of the Black Sea coast and it is a prominent place in the south coast Crimea.

2. Chervonograd, Bridge Over Waterfall

Thousands of people visit Chervonograd, Bridge over Waterfall which is located in the waterfall city of Chervonograd. Not many people know about this place and it definitely is a place worth visiting. With crystal clear water flowing down the rocky terrain, the small mountains in the vicinity are green and have some ancient trees, taking you back in time in this serene and lovely place.

3. Former Leipzig Hotel, Pushcha-Voditsa

Pushcha-Voditsa is a historic town and is located in the dense forests and is in the proximity of Kiev. It has several antique buildings that you would love to visit and it will an amazing experience indeed! The Former Leipzig Hotel should be your choice of stay when you are there.

4. Old Church, Kremenets, Ternopil Region

Kremenets has a rich history and it is one of the towns to have witnessed the sad Holocaust. With such rich history involved, you will definitely have to visit this place to explore and know more about history. The botanical garden, architectural buildings and other places of interest are definitely worth your attention and you would have to be here!

5. St. Sophia, Kiev

A marvellous architectural monument and known as one of the best heritage sites in Ukraine, it has made to the World Heritage List and dates back to the 6th century. It is also accounted for one of the Seven Wonders of Ukraine and is of high cultural and historical significance.

6. Golden Monastery, Pochaiv

One of the most spiritual places in Ukraine, it is a monastery on a 60 meter hell in Pochaiv and it was started by several monks during the Mongol invasion. It offers scenic views and has multiple places of attraction from within, making it one among the must-visit places in Ukraine. 

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Paco Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold Eau de Toilette

Perfumes and fragrances I obsess about, I know what I like and over the years I have moved away from my comfort zone of 2-3 staple perfumes to trying quite a few new ones.  A friend of mine suggested I should try Paco Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold as she felt I would like it and it also happens to be one of her go-to scents. I hold my hands up, I didn't like the look of the bottle and never went near to trying it out, I know you should never judge a book by its cover, but I did.

Anyway, as some of my favourite perfumes ran out, I decided not to repurchase them but instead try others, there are so many on my wishlist that I am never going to get through them if I don't branch out.  I bought Paco Rabanne Lady Million Eau My Gold and having read a few posts about a site called Love the Sales and a mention of saving up to 75% I searched for it and presented with a lot of choices offering me anything from 14% to a 31% discount on this fragrance.  So I chose my option and was directed Fragrance Direct and instead of paying £63.50 for 80ml I paid £47.99 and it arrived within a few days.

So the fragrance is encased in an elongated diamond shaped bottle with a gold lid and it looks really pretty when it catches the sunlight and creates a prism on the wall.  It has a whole host of ingredients which give a burst of zesty freshness before they settle down to a soft powdery scent that I have actually grown to really like.  The top notes of Mango and Grapefruit open this scent up with quite a zesty explosion from the grapefruit which is ultimately the first scent you get, it is fresh and lively and takes some time to settle. The heart notes of Violet Leaf and Orange blossom give a soft floral scent which when intermixed with that of the grapefruit they come to live before the base notes of Cedar Heart and Ambery Musks settle the fragrance down to give that soft powdery scent. 

Once spritzed on my pulse points Lady Million Eau My Gold doesn't have the longevity of other fragrances, such as YSL Black Opium or Zadig and Voltaire This is Her, but you do get a scent which has a strong start and as the day progresses, you will need to re-apply if you are going out of an evening, or if you are like me, just because you want to smell good all the time.  

I think this scent is perfect for the spring and is one I am glad I gave in and purchased because it is unlike any other scent I own.

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Latest In Beauty - Le Fashion Fetish Box

Latest in Beauty have teamed up with Anna Shearer, the London-based fashionista behind luxury fashion, beauty, and travel blog - Le Fashion Fetish. This curated selection features some of her favourite products on the market. With contents worth over £245, this box can be yours for just £60.

In the box you will find:

ROSALENA ROCK & ROSE FACE OIL - This Rock & Rose face oil is much better for your complexion than a rock and roll lifestyle, but it’s just as much of a rockstar (in the face oil world at least). Packed with naturally effective ingredients to give you glowing, healthy, and radiant skin.

CHANTECAILLE BIO LIFTING CREAM - The new Bio Lifting Cream by Chantecaille is a seriously zuped up version of their original bestseller. Infused with five skin-boosting plant stem cells, this buttery smooth cream will give you the skin you’ve been dreaming of. 

NAILS INC GEL EFFECT NAIL POLISH IN COLVILLE MEWS - This pretty nude shade from Nails Inc’s bestselling Gel Effect range looks chic whatever the weather. The clever gel formula uses new plasticizer technology to give you an insta-worthy mani at home!

NIP + FAB VIPER VENOM MICRO BLUR FIX - This fab little tube might just be the key to taking a perfect selfie. Micro Blur works to prime, blur, and mattify skin for an instantly flawless complexion (#nofilter).

MARIA NILA LUMINOUS COLOUR MASQUE - This gentle masque for coloured hair moisturises and nourishes your locks to silky perfection. Plus, unlike many treatments, it will also protect your colour thanks to Pomegranate extract and a Colour Guard Complex.

ORIBE SUPERSHINE MOISTURIZING CREAM - Blogger-favourite Oribe sure know a thing or two about haircare. This leave-in conditioner sleekens split ends, tames frizz, and repairs hair, all while giving you a high gloss finish. On top of that, the multi-tasking formula also evens out hair moisture levels, and protects against heat styling.

OM SKINCARE CLEANSE & GLOW KONJAC SPONGE - If you’re looking to ‘go-green’ with your skincare, OM’s Konjac Sponge is a great place to start. It’s 100% natural, loaded with vitamins and minerals, and is so gentle it can even be used on newborn babies!

OM SKINCARE PURE GLOW CLEANSER - Get your Chi on with OM’s Pure Glow Cleanser. Like all OM products, this results driven cleanser combines cutting edge science and the power of nature to return Chi Energy to the skin.

TADA & TOY CRESCENT MOON STUDS - They say the best things come in small packages, and we couldn’t agree more when it comes to these gorgeous crescent moon studs by Tada & Toy. Perfect for everyday wear, these earrings are pure understated elegance. 

SMITH & CULT THE SHINING LIP LACQUER IN HI-SPEED SONNET - If you’re not already a lip gloss convert, Smith & Cult are about to change that. Hi-Speed Sonnet is part of their bestselling lip lacquer range that delivers big on gloss without leaving you feeling like you might have accidentally glued your lips together. Plus, all lacquers are enriched with portulaca pilosa extract to give your lips a botox-free plump.

SKIMONO ADVANCED MOISTURISATION BEAUTY MASK - This innovative bio-cellulose face mask from Skimono uses a super-hydrating serum infused with rose extract and hyaluronic acid, to give your skin a much-needed moisture and radiance boost.

STRIP WAX BAR FREE BROW WAX VOUCHER - This voucher entitles you to a FREE brow wax, plus a 10% discount on any additional treatments booked at the same time. Through thorough and personalized consultation, Strip’s expert therapists will help give you the brows your face deserves. 

If this sounds like the box for you, then you can find it on Latest In Beauty right now.

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Mai Couture Glow-Genius Trio

When you come across a product that you immediately shrug off and then curiosity gets the better of you, you try it and are wowed by it, that is what happened with Mai Couture Glow-Genius Trip, when initially I thought it was a book of blotting papers, but no, it is so much more than that. Designed by professional makeup artist, Mai Tran, Mai Couture Papiers are the mess-free, portable makeup solution for the modern woman. Hailed as the only shatterproof, lightweight and convenient makeup of its kind—the unique cosmetic paper technology is exceptionally formulated to remove excess facial oil while allowing makeup to be applied entirely sans brushes—making on-the-go applications and touch-ups a breeze.

So in a nutshell, designed like blotting papers and whilst they do a great job at blotting, the Glow-Genius Trio is a set of portable makeup papers, which makes makeup on the go an absolute breeze.  Inside the outer gold packaging, which tell you there are 60 sheets of paraben free, talc free papers you will find a:

• Bronzer in shade Sin City which is quite a deep tanned shade and one you need to be careful with if, like me you are pale skinned, 
• Highlighter in shade St Barts which is a light peach shade and is just so pretty and a 
• Blush in shade Prettyful which is a candy pink shade and is also buildable depending upon how pink you like your blush to be.

Also featured at the end of the book, a quick guide on how to use the papers which tells you how to use each sheet and where to put it!

You can find this product right here at BeautyMart and it is priced at £17. If this one isn't quite the shade for you, then there are many other options available.  What I love is the unique genius of the concept and how it is such a brilliant idea, it does work, there is colour payoff and once you get the hang of using them, they are so easy to use not to mention hygienic and just brilliant for on the go.

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