Versace for Tea, Versace for Me!

My mother-in-law recently celebrated a milestone birthday, so, knowing she is a woman who appreciates the finer things in life, and time with her family, we saw it only fitting to present her with High Tea at the Palazzo Versace on the Gold Coast. We also surprised her with a few nights accommodation at the 5-star resort.

Although the gift was for her, I thoroughly enjoyed the experience as well.

I'm a sucker for all the refineries of High Tea... the dainty collection of sweet and savoury morsels, the impeccable selection of teas gathered from across the globe (Russian Caravan being my usual pick!), and the opportunity to behave like a true lady should.

The Versace is an amazing display of opulence. Every single item in the place is embellished with the Versace logo, including the carpet! It felt natural to be there, as though I should experience this kind of extravagance every single day (I know it would wear thin after a while, but one can at least dream!!).

While I didn't get to stay there myself, I at least got to check out the rooms, and enjoy the scrumptious buffet breakfast that is served there of a morning.

Perhaps when hubby has finished his Uni studies, we might take a romantic getaway here *hint hint*. In the meantime, I'll just have to be satisfied with drawing on my memories, and the wonderful set of photographs that I took. Here are just a few:

Mum LOVED her birthday present, as much as we loved sharing it with her!

Mum, Dad & Jemima test out the luxurious beds; that Chandelier

If you look close enough, you can see me in the teapot; scrummy treats