Paris is undoubtedly a special place. I have visited several times, but my visit this spring was different. Although there is magnificent architecture, massive museums, and tourist spots like the Arc du Triumph, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame, this trip brought a deeper feeling of blending in with the Parisians, eating in local spots, strolling … Continue reading A Different Side of Paris
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Lake Como is Full of Italian Village Charm!
The Lake Como region of Italy is dotted with gated villas with private boat houses. Their sweeping gardens gracefully meet the lake, ornamented with hydrangea, cypress and palm trees. The close proximity to Milan has drawn swells of wealthy Italians to the area. Traffic around the lake nearly crawls, mostly due to large busses making their way down the twisted village … Continue reading Lake Como is Full of Italian Village Charm!
Bridges of Venice
Venice's narrow paths intertwine and cross its canals by use of over 400 bridges, the most famous being the Rialto Bridge. My personal favorite bridge, the Ponte dell'Accademia is one of the four bridges that span the Grand Canal, and has an incredible view of the domed Santa Maria della Salute Church. It's easy to enjoy getting … Continue reading Bridges of Venice
Château de Versailles – The Palace of Oppulance
A trip to Paris would be incomplete without a day trip to the Palace of Versailles. Due to the fact that I love history, I learned that Louis XIII first built a hunting lodge in the Château's location after being invited to the area to hunt. His successor, Louis XIV continued to transform the once hunting lodge into the beautiful 18th-Century Château … Continue reading Château de Versailles – The Palace of Oppulance
Two Little Birds in Jamaica
You can't help but fall in love with Jamaica! The air is warm, the sound of Bob Marley tunes linger in the background, the jerk chicken is juicy, and locals are smiling while dancing to the beat of drums. It's easy to not worry about a thing. Sweet: Since Jamaica is still affordable, we booked an eight … Continue reading Two Little Birds in Jamaica
Star Spangled Weekend at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel
SWEET: We celebrated the Fourth of July at one of our favorite white sand beaches on the sunny Kohala Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii, Hapuna Beach! The Hapuna Beach State Recreation Area is the second nicest beach we have visited on the Big Island. This beach is outfitted with BBQ grills, restrooms, and covered pavilions making it … Continue reading Star Spangled Weekend at Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel
Secrets Puerto Los Cabos – Four Star Service
Sweet: With four work free nights to spare, my boyfriend and I decided to take a quick trip to San Juan Jose Del Cabo, which is a brief two and a half hour flight from our home, Los Angeles. Upon our arrival at the adults only, all-inclusive Secrets Puerto Los Cabos we were welcomed with refreshing towels and glasses of champagne. We … Continue reading Secrets Puerto Los Cabos – Four Star Service