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Wednesday, April 30, 2025

A Toast to 20 Years in Wine Country

A Toast to 20 Years in Wine Country
To celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary, we set our sights on a place that always feels a little magical: Napa. There’s something timeless and intoxicating about this charming corner of California, and for a milestone as meaningful as two decades of marriage, it felt like the perfect destination. …

Sunday, April 27, 2025

A Sterling Celebration: 20 Years of Love in Napa Valley

A Sterling Celebration: 20 Years of Love in Napa Valley
For our 20th wedding anniversary, we set our sights on Napa Valley, where romance meets refinement in every sip. Among the many celebrated wineries in the region, Sterling Vineyards stood out—not just for its sweeping views and iconic gondola ride, but for the experience it promised. While our visi…

Saturday, April 26, 2025

A Stylish Stay in the Heart of Downtown Napa: Andaz

A Stylish Stay in the Heart of Downtown Napa: Andaz
Tucked into the heart of downtown Napa, the Andaz Napa delivers a chic, welcoming escape that effortlessly blends modern luxury with laid-back wine country vibes. Whether you’re visiting for a romantic weekend, a girls’ getaway, or a solo adventure, this boutique hotel offers an experience as flavo…

Thursday, April 24, 2025

A Day of Bliss at World Spa Brooklyn

A Day of Bliss at World Spa Brooklyn
There are some birthdays that simply call for indulgence, and my daughter’s 24th was one of them. To mark the occasion, we spent the day at World Spa in Brooklyn, New York—a luxurious escape that felt like a world away from the city bustle. It was my first visit, and certainly won’t be my last. My h…

Tuesday, April 22, 2025

TWA Hotel: A Stylish Stay Before Takeoff!

TWA Hotel: A Stylish Stay Before Takeoff!
Before saying goodbye to New York, I decided to squeeze in one last adventure—this time, at the airport. I booked a 4-hour day stay at the TWA Hotel, tucked right into Terminal 5 of JFK, and let me tell you… it was the perfect cherry on top of my NYC trip. Walking into the TWA Hotel felt like steppi…

Monday, April 21, 2025

The Sweetest Seat in the City: Our Visit to the JellyCat Diner at FAO Schwarz

The Sweetest Seat in the City: Our Visit to the JellyCat Diner at FAO Schwarz
If you’ve ever wished your favorite plushies could whip up a meal, serve it with a smile, and sprinkle in a dash of New York magic—wish granted. During our recent NYC adventure, I managed to snag what might be the hottest reservation in town: a coveted spot at the JellyCat Diner experience inside F…

Sunday, April 20, 2025

An Easter Sunday to Remember in Central Park

An Easter Sunday to Remember in Central Park
This year, Easter Sunday in New York City felt like a gift wrapped in sunshine. After a long stretch of winter’s chill, the city finally opened its arms to spring, and we were lucky enough to be there to bask in all its glory. We started our day at our hotel near Times Square and decided to take the…

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Blush-Toned & Travel-Ready: The Béis Luggage Set in Atlas Pink

Blush-Toned & Travel-Ready: The Béis Luggage Set in Atlas Pink
There’s something about upgrading your travel essentials that feels like turning the page to a new chapter—and my new Béis luggage set in Atlas Pink is the soft, stylish reset I didn’t know I needed. Let’s start with the obvious: the color. Atlas Pink is the dreamiest blush tone—equal parts feminine…