It is only natural that my mind and body would feel exhausted after five weeks of travelling. Maybe I would have been well rested if I was on vacation, but it was mainly work. I am not complaining because it was an extremely blessed trip. When I said I need a short vacation, the response is often that Ijust had one lol. It was even difficult to maintain this column because of how hectic it was. I am grateful to all the people who made my first tour featuring my designs and books possible after the Pandemic.

Rejuvenate Spa was my first stop for a massage and they did not disappoint. I knew from how I felt mentally that there had to be more than a message to get my mind, body and soul in sync. I thought about Splashmins Resort because I always wanted to experience a few days there. Lennox is so inspiring, and I always take away something from our conversations and I promised him the last time we had breakfast that I will be experiencing more than a day visit soon. A visionary is someone who is thinking about or planning the future with imagination or wisdom and Lennox John falls into that category. He has been called crazy, but if you have not been called crazy, your dream is not big enough.

This spectacular resort was created from the Madewini Basin’s pure swampland, through which the Madewini stream flows and is nestled in the heart of the Madewini wetlands on the Linden, Soesdyke Highway. In the beginning, trees were cut and used to fill back the nine feet swamp.

From swamp land it was developed into this gorgeous resort providing Guyanese and visitors and with an amazing option.

I am one of the Guyanese proud of the “crazy guy”. We had breakfast again on this trip, and I enjoyed my favourite bake and salted fish with a few slices of avocado. I was surprised that he had 45 minutes to sit still. I was fortunate to meet his beautiful wife Diaca. She realised how much I enjoyed avocados and made sure I had my supply of avocado grown at the resort. Walking on the beach, feeling the sand in my toes after breakfast, relaxed me. My room was very comfortable with very efficient wifi, which was not used to go on social media but to listen to some of my favourite mentors like Myles Munroe. I minimised my calls because I needed to recharge for my next mission.

I love bonfires and did not realise the resort has one every Friday evening. I was excited as a little girl who was about to get something she always wanted. I got even more excited to see families enjoying this activity after dinner. The resort is exceptionally family-friendly, providing an array of amenities and services that cater to the needs of families with children. Most people are aware of the Saturday and Sunday day trips to splashmins with water sports and relaxing under the gazebos. Nature lovers have the option of early morning hiking to be one with nature.

Every Saturday evening, visitors dine on the beach, which reminds me of dining on the beach at Sandals Barbados. The atmosphere is beautiful and so romantic that I don’t plan to do that Saturday evening dining without my partner. I will consider this venue for my beach weddings. My friends Rudy and many other couples tied the knot on this white sand beach. You can personalise your wedding with your unique theme. One of the most peaceful moments is lying in the hammock surrounded by a thick, tall bamboo patch. The cool breeze through the bamboo was refreshing and I also enjoyed the magnificent sunset and intentness meditation. Although this resort has many beautiful areas, this is one of my favourites and I intend to use it in my travels. Travelling overseas is great, but enjoying resorts in our country is a blessing.

Horseback riding, which I did on my last visit, is another option you should have when you visit. The ladies are excited for our next Living with Intention Retreat which will be at Splashmins Resort. This establishment has many sites, and Madwini Waterfront Villas is another. These approximately 300 luxury beachfront villas will afford residents a healthy nature that will contribute positively to their mental health.

Mental health is a basic human right. And it is crucial to personal, community and socio-economic development. It is important to me to be around water and places because it helps to condition my mind in a positive space, and creatives need that. We are in pre-emancipation season, and I have created some amazing Afrocentric outfits for this season. It is possible that I am enjoying Jollof rice, pepper soup, peanut soup and other African dishes at Parc Rayne while listening to African storytelling and drumming at brunch today. If you are reading this article early enough, you may just be in time to still join us because it ends at 13:00hrs.

I will be displaying male and female outfits and you also have the opportunity to buy your exclusive outfit or head wrap for emancipation. If you will have another opportunity on Tuesday and Wednesday (25th & 26th July) you can visit my Pop up shop at Tower Hotel from 11 am to 6pm.
We will be celebrating another Emancipation Day and I encourage us to think about what we desire to emancipate ourselves from as we continue to celebrate this beautiful journey called life BEYOND THE RUNWAY.