IT’S ALMOST YOUR BIG DAY!!! You’ve got the man, you’ve got the venue, you’ve got the dress… now you just need some swoon-worthy bridal shoes to walk down the aisle in! In my opinion, if there was ever a pair of shoes to splurge on, it would most definitely be your wedding day shoes!! Not only do you want to look your best, but you also want to feel your best on your big day (and we all know that higher-quality bridal shoes lead to fewer broken straps and blisters!). So channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw, and let’s go shoe shopping!!! The Best Wedding Shoes For the Bride Aquazurra Babe Sa ..read more

I’ve already given y’all the ultimate New York City restaurant master list, but even if you visit NYC regularly, it would be tough to hit all 100+! If you are planning a trip to New York City, you need to plan out where you are going to eat in advance. NYC restaurants are notoriously hard to get into, especially the good ones. Most places start taking reservations one month in advance, and if you are even one day late to the game, you aren’t getting in (yes, seriously!). So for those of you who are heading to the city in the near future, set your alarms and Resy notifications. These are t ..read more

Planning a visit to the city that never sleeps? Chances are, you are going to get some seriously epic photos in New York City (especially if you check out my ultimate list of Instagrammable spots!!). And once you’re on the plane home scrolling through pictures and planning out your Instagram feed for the next few weeks, you are going to need some Instagram captions that are just as memorable. Here are the best Instagram captions for a trip to New York City! 1. Empire State of Mind This one’s a classic. Perfect for just about any photo in New York, but especially one at the top of the Empire S ..read more

Powdery white sand beaches… chic beachside bungalows… sparkling, clear blue ocean water at your feet as you sip on a cocktail and watch the sun sink over the horizon. Sound like paradise? Then you need to visit Destin/30A, Florida! Traveling to Destin/30A is HOT right now, and for good reason. This gorgeous USA travel destination on the panhandle of Florida was formerly for snowbirds and spring breakers, but it has recently become a trendy travel destination for luxe travel seekers, too. Whether you are visiting Destin/30A on a romantic getaway, a girls’ trip/bachelorette party, or a family va ..read more

The panhandle of Florida is such a hot spot right now for romantic getaways, family vacations, and girls’ trips. If you want to spend your bachelorette beachside but don’t care to club it up in Miami or travel all the way to Mexico, a bachelorette party to Destin/30A, Florida is perfect for you!  Just west of Panama City Beach, you will find the most pristine waters and powdery white sand beaches. I have been all over the country and am a California native, so trust me when I tell you that these beaches are unlike anything else you will experience in the U.S.! The 30A area is a lot l ..read more

So you’re traveling to Bali and meticulously planning out your perfect Bali itinerary, and choosing among all of the best hotels to stay in for every part of your trip. From the calming-and-zen Ubud jungle, to dreamy, beachy Uluwatu, to laid-back surftown Canggu, to secluded and majestic Nusa Penida. And whether you want waterfalls, beaches, jungles, monkeys, surfing, shopping, or just relaxing on a bean bag in the sand with a fresh coconut in hand, Bali is your paradise. But with SO many options and so many areas to explore, how do you choose where to stay?! Well, one thing I tell every ..read more

If you are looking for a honeymoon destination with powdery white sand beaches, incredible local cuisine, and endless activities both on and off the resorts, Aruba is for you!!! Aruba is one of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean and has been deemed the “most re-visited island in the Caribbean” for good reason. I love Aruba and everyone who goes to Aruba has a great time. I even have a friend who honeymooned here with her husband, and now they go back every year to celebrate the past year’s wins on the island that means so much to them! Aruba may only be 21 miles long and six miles wid ..read more

Hawaii has always been one of my favorite destinations. Ever since I was a little girl, I’ve come to Hawaii, and have had some of my absolute best memories here. And recently, we made new ones with my baby boy in tow! We hopped over to the Big Island to experience the famous Mauna Kea Resort that I had heard SO much about for years! I was excited to see if it lived up to its hype, and I’m happy to report that we had the best time as a family relaxing on the gorgeous Mauna Kea beach, playing with Harrison in the pool, and watching the sunset over the waves in the evenings. It was such a relaxin ..read more

Saatva Mattress Review After doing countless hours of online research and seeing Saatva at the top of every top mattress brands to buy list, I decided that Saatva’s hybrid, organic, made-in-the-US mattresses were the best choice for my husband and I. The last thing we wanted was a “mattress folded up in a box”, as I had heard horror stories of some popular brands and how they were terribly uncomfortable right away. But we also wanted the convenience of shopping for our mattress online! So we went with Saatva, which came highly recommended by friends of ours. They offer a lifetime warranty, and ..read more

Okay friends –  a ton of you have slid into my DM’s on instagram asking for honeymoon recommendations for Bali lately, so I figured it’s about time we write a post all about honeymooning in Bali on the blog! If you’re still deciding where to honeymoon, I’m here to tell you to stop your search right here. When it comes to luxurious honeymoon destinations, Bali is quickly topping most of our short lists, and it’s easy to see why! It is BEAUTIFUL, exotic, relaxing, fun, and adventurous all at once — everything you could possibly want in a honeymoon. Did I mention it’s affordable? You ca ..read more