Blue Knit Sweater at Lake Tahoe
My first time in South Lake Tahoe, California certainly didn’t disappoint. Thankfully I had my blue knit sweater to keep me warm during October weather!
Salishan Resort Spa & Golf: Oregon Coast Vacation
The Salishan Resort is the vacation everyone needs in their life. Relax by the Oregon coast and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest. This iconic resort is known for its gorgeous spa, 18-hole golf course, and relaxing beach views.
The Salishan Resort is located in Gleneden Beach, OR. The resort itself is massive, and tucked away in the woods right by the ocean. The ambiance of the Salishan Resort and hotel is rustic chic. I loved the upscale aspect of the resort, while still maintaining that “summer camp” feel. The resort offers morning yoga, guided art walks, nature tours and more. There is something to do for everyone, and the environment was extremely family-friendly.
The best part about the Oregon coast is how close the forest gets to the ocean. The Salishan is tucked away in the woods with ocean views and oceanside golfing. The spa has a wonderful view of the bay. The scenery is relaxing and peaceful, and the resort goes above and beyond to make your stay a rejuvenating experience.
Cross Country Road Trip 2018: National Parks & Destinations
Welcome to my blog post about my cross country road trip to the United State’s National Parks. My husband, dog and I traveled from North Carolina and made it to our destination in Washington in April. I highly recommend hitting these parks up in late April because there was barely anyone there! We traveled through so many places I never even thought I would visit. Cross country road trips are on everyone’s bucket list and I’m so glad we had this opportunity to see America’s most stunning sights. Here is the full list of the places we hit up along the way: Georgia, New Orleans (LA), San Antonio (TX), Caverns of Senora (TX), Carlsbad Caverns (NM), White Sands (NM), Antelope Canyon (AZ), Lake Powell (UT), Monument Valley (UT/AZ), Zion National Park (UT) and Mesa Verde (CO). I hope you enjoy our photos from this trip. Scott and I went all out and bought a new Sigma wide angle lens for our landscape photography. Taking it on this cross country road trip was so perfect!
NYFW Fall/Winter 2018
I stayed at the 1 Hotel Central Park and the Moxy Hotel Times Sq. I know most New Yorkers would shudder at the mention of Times Square, but it was actually a few blocks out and it wasn’t crazy busy. It was actually in a great spot because quite a few subway stations are in the area and it was very easy to travel downtown to the shows.
The 1 Hotel was an absolute dream. Relaxing, felt like a log cabin in the middle of Manhattan. It was such a peaceful place. I loved the amazing architecture and the woodsey scene that was created with tree bark decor, succulents, live plants, and moss. Oh, and there was a rainforest shower – to make it that much more zen. has a bar and restaurant in the hotel. very friendly and accommodating staff members, truly a 5-star experience.
I enjoyed my stay at the Moxy Hotel as well, very lively and upbeat. The rooftop bar is incomparable with views of the Empire State building, a carousel table for bottle service, and a mini golf course.
Christmas at the Biltmore Estate
The Biltmore Estate is a mega-mansion, and the United State’s largest private residence. Does the name Vernderbilt ring a bell? Well George Vanderbilt, and his wife Edith, were the masterminds behind this iconic piece of American architecture. Known for its opulent design and incredible landscaping, the Estate later developed into a winery and has multiple inns on its property. It is now a modern vacationland to visit and live like a Venderbilt.
There are 250 rooms in this French Chateux style abode. Modernly, this house is known for it’s beautiful Christmas displays and its extensive gardens. These gardens and decorations will surely get you in the Christmas spirit! I was so impressed by the details and the abundance of it all. We drank some rich, hot chocolate that kept us warm as we walked around the festive grounds. The visit easily took an entire day and we had so much fun exploring the estate, doing a wine tasting, and eating dinner at their Bistro restaurant. Here is a break down of all the fun things we did while visiting the Biltmore Estate:
An Evening at The Pierre Hotel
At the height of opulence stands The Pierre. Complete and utter lavishness is what one can expect from this historic hotel on the famous 5th Avenue, which is just a stone’s throw away from Bergdorf Goodman. The Pierre has been open since the 1930’s, and while its main function is a hotel it is also a …