I have been wanting to go back to Italy for years now. I went two decades ago and wanted to experience it again as an adult. And, after meticulous planning, it finally came to fruition. (No seriously, I planned and replanned this trip 5 times.) This year, tourism in Italy skyrocketed. As a result, costs …
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Work trips? Carry-on. Bachelorette parties in Vegas complete with decor? Carry-on. Touring Europe? Carry-on. The only vacation I’ve taken an actual suitcase on in the last decade or so was to Scottsdale, Arizona — one of our favorite cities. And that’s because I brought everything from pool floaties to snacks to hiking gear for around …
The United Airlines NYC Half Marathon is a gamble. With more than 20,000 runners, you have to snag your spot through a lottery. What are the chances I’ll get in? I thought as I submitted my application in 2021. Turns out: likely. I, in fact, got in. Turns out, it really was an impulse move …
Hello, hello heat! I absolutely love visiting the Scottsdale/Phoenix area. Yes, even the 115 degree days! (Seriously.) Although I love Old Town Scottsdale, I like the homey, relaxed feeling of staying away from the hub of activity. I would recommend JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort. There are several pools to choose from, and you’re …
Camelback Mountain is one of the most beautiful sights in the Phoenix area. What’s more: you can snag a view from the top too! Hiking the mountain is easily one of the best things to do in Phoenix for those who are able. It’s rated one of the best urban hikes in the country. There …
For anyone who knows me, I went to school in Los Angeles. Although it’s not on my radar to live there anytime soon, it will always be special. Most of my friends still live there. I have family nearby. For all intents and purposes, it was a significant chapter in my story. And recently, I …
Just before COVID-19 took hold on the country, Brandon and I spent a long weekend in Austin, Texas. It’s the state capital, home to South by Southwest (SXSW), and well known for its eclectic music scene. While I have been to Houston and Galveston, this would be a first for me. And let me put …
Day 1: We arrived to our adorable hotel, The Ampersand, in South Kensington. Just minutes away from the tube, it’s the perfect location. The hotel itself has oversized velvet headboards, heated bathroom floors, monogrammed robes, and just a touch of over-the-top artsy decor. Needless to say, I loved it. We headed out to Buckingham Palace. …
When my sister picked Edinburgh, Scotland for her study abroad location, I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. After a somewhat confusing experience making our way to the bus, we eventually found ourselves being dropped off in the middle of Waverley Bridge, which connects Old Town and New Town. I believe it was at that …
After months of meticulous planning, it arrived. Europe. After scouring pages of Pinterest, Instagram, Thrillist and, let’s face it, just about every Google search imaginable- I was armed with handfuls of notes prepped and ready for this trip. What I hadn’t braced myself for, though, was the horrendous flight there. Of the three countries we …