With a tagline that reads, ‘Marena y Sol: the perfect complement to the perfect escape’, we had to find out more about Miriam Rahali’s clothing line, which has attracted an international clientele of jet-setters and celebrities including Paris Hilton and Kim Kardashian. Marena y Sol’s elegant caftans and tunics can be stashed in a suitcase without worry over their unpacked state, allowing any glamorous traveller an easy transition from poolside lounging to evening cocktails.
And the vivacious young woman behind the label suits her creations to a tee. Miriam Rahali spent her childhood summers in Paris before moving to New York city at the age of 15 to study at Columbia University. By age 22 she had already completed her Master’s degree and moved to LA to work as Director of Education for the Victor Pineda Foundation. Miriam’s demanding schedule and an underlying passion for fashion lead to the creation of Marena y Sol, an easy solution to elegant dressing on the go. Here the entrepreneur shares her favourite escapes.
Amalfi Coast, Italy
One of the most memorable holidays that I’ve ever taken was a sailing trip along Italy’s gorgeous Amalfi Coast. The cities and the islands reflect the Mediterranean landscape at its best – particularly stunning in places like Positano, Ravello, and Capri.
Couple the impressive architectural and artistic works on display with great food and great friends, and you’ll get a holiday that’s hard to forget, with memories to last you a lifetime.
Aix-en-Provence, France
I’ve been vacationing in the South of France since childhood. While I love the glitz and the glamour of places like St. Tropez and Monte Carlo, I prefer to relax in the peaceful countryside. I’m a Kentucky girl at heart, and it’s nice to take a break from my hectic schedule to appreciate the basic things in life, like going to the garden and hand-picking fresh vegetables. Ah, the luxury of simplicity – it sometimes makes for the best holidays.
Aspen, Colorado
I’ve been vacationing in the South of France since childhood. While I love the glitz and the glamour of places like St. Tropez and Monte Carlo, I prefer to relax in the peaceful countryside. I’m a Kentucky girl at heart, and it’s nice to take a break from my hectic schedule to appreciate the basic things in life, like going to the garden and hand-picking fresh vegetables. Ah, the luxury of simplicity – it sometimes makes for the best holidays.
Buzios, Brazil
For me, Buzios is to Rio what the Hamptons are to New York City. I love the energy in Rio (and of course New York), but it’s reassuring to know that I can break away from the hustle and bustle of city life and escape to a calm and tranquil haven.
Here you have pristine beaches, great surf, and just like New York there is an abundance of beautiful people and good food – what more can you possibly ask for in a holiday?
Chemin Grenier, Mauritius
When it comes to crowning the pearl of the Indian Ocean, I’m going to play good, better, best. My trip to the Seychelles was good; my trip to the Maldives was better; but my trip to Mauritius was the best. The landscape of the island is captivating. I remember thinking that I could be in the Amazon (mountainous terrain and waterfalls), or the South of France (pine-dotted coastal forests) or even in Sri Lanka (sugar cane and tea plantations).
Phang Nga, Thailand
I just came back from Phang Nga, and I’m still reeling. Thailand has always been one of my favourite countries to visit, but after this trip it has undeniably secured the number-one spot on my list. While sailing amongst the limestone rocks of the Andaman Sea I had a revelation: at the end of a holiday I usually feel relaxed, recharged, and ready to go home. At the end of my six days in Phang Nga, I felt relaxed, recharged, and ready to stay for another six months!
