Before my trip to Paris this summer, I decided I wanted to learn a little bit of French! While I speak Spanish all the time (since I manufacture my line of swimsuits down in Colombia), and always love brushing up on my Spanish skills with
If you're traveling to Paris and wondering what to do, where to stay, where to eat and where to sightsee in the city, this guide is your go-to! I just got back from a week exploring everything the beautiful, magical Paris has to offer and
As a luxury travel blogger, I'm always getting asked here and on instagram for honeymoon recommendations. Everything from "Where should we go on our honeymoon?" to "What are the best resorts for honeymoons?" to "What should we do on our honeymoon?" and everything in-between! After
We all know the best part of any party is the after party, and weddings are no different. Months and months of wedding planning stress, logistics, and exhaustion and then
Ah, Maui. Home to dreamy seascapes, charming beach towns, epic snorkeling, hidden waterfalls, tropical rain forests, and of course, beautiful luxury resorts. Can't you just taste the mai tais now? If you're planning a family vacation, honeymoon, or attending a destination wedding in Maui, I've got
Miami bachelorette parties are the best bachelorette parties to pack for, aren't they? Sunny pool days and wild nights make for an ideal girls' weekend. And if you're attending a Miami bachelorette party this year, chances are you're already thinking about what to shop for
As you guys know if you've been watching my instagram stories, I've become an expert at what to do when an airline loses your bag. Mainly because it has happened to me WAY TOO MANY TIMES!!! It's infuriating, and so stressful when it happens, but
If you're planning a trip to California wine country, chances are you've zoned in on Napa Valley as your destination of choice. But, tucked away about 30 miles North of the first "Welcome to Napa Valley" sign, is the quiet, charming town of Calistoga, that
As you guys know, I started my own line of swimwear - Watercolors Swim this Spring. I have loved and lived in swimwear my entire life, so the entire process of creating Watercolors Swim in partnership with Kenny Flowers - my fiance's resortwear company -
Bali is a dream vacation, a perfect honeymoon destination, a great group trip with friends, and all-in-all one of my very favorite places in the world. If you guys are new around here, you may not know that I actually base out of Bali for most
Business and first class tickets can make or break a vacation. I mean, is there anything better than traveling first class and showing up to your vacation rejuvenated and excited, rather than wore-down and jetlagged? Lay-flat seats, top-shelf cocktails, chef-curated meals, and all kinds of
Asking your bridesmaids to be in your wedding is one of the most exciting things you get to do in the first few months of planning a wedding! After getting engaged in Bali this February, I was SO excited to ask my girls, and I
Santorini is an absolute dream. Gorgeous white buildings built into the cliffs, surrounded by sparkling blue water. Crisp white wines and fresh mediterranean seafood overlooking the Aegean sea. Blue-domed churches and beautiful bells that seem straight out of a storybook. Luxury hotels with infinity pools
I often do Q&A's on my instagram stories and hands-down the question I get the most (aside from where to shop for the best swimsuits) is how to stay healthy while traveling
The cutest bachelorette party dresses for the bride-to-be Getting engaged means a year full of parties celebrating YOU - and that means you need LOTS of cute outfits to wear at every event leading up to the wedding. But let's be honest - the most fun
If you're looking for the best adults-only all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean, chances are you've heard of (or stayed at) one of The Excellence Collection's beautiful hotels. The Excellence Group is a group of three high end hotel brands: the adults-only Excellence Resorts with all
Wow you guys. It's been QUITE the busy Spring! For those of you that don't know already from instagram, I am newly engaged!! That's right - let the honeymoon planning begin!! I'm turning the instagram husband into the actual husband, and I can't wait! A lot
Planning a trip to the Maldives soon and wondering what should you pack for a vacation in the Maldives? You came to the right place, jetsetters! Last summer, I traveled to the Maldives with my fiance and we had the absolute best time. (You can
It's WEDDING SEASON, everyone!! and that means
Borocay, Philippines is an absolute gem. It's been ranked as the most beautiful island in the world many times, and it's not hard to see why. With water bluer and more vibrant than the Caribbean, beaches even whiter than Hawaii, and a culture as hopping
I'm packing for Charleston in a week and I'm so excited! Going to school in the South (at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill), I've been to Charleston more times than I can count - and it continues to be one of my
When it came to designing my first swimwear line, Watercolors, I wanted to shake things up in the swimwear industry. As a bikini addict, I have known for a long time that most brands work off of standard sizing versus taking a deep look into
There are two people who love luxury travel even more than I do, and that's my parents. So when they wanted to come over to Bali this year to come visit me, we all decided that we would be fun to explore a new area
If you're looking for the best gifts for couples, you came to the right place. I don't know about you guys but I'm 28 right now
If you have a wedding coming up, you just need one white wedding dress, right? Not these days. Every bride-to-be knows that a huge part of the fun of being engaged is all of the events leading up to the wedding, like engagement parties, bridal
The best travel gear and accessories that help make travel easier, safer, and more fun. I’m always asked for recommendations on gear and hacks to travel better (and more often), and these brilliant travel products below are my answer to making travel a lot less
Capri, Italy. Yes, I know you’ve heard of it. Maybe seen pictures of its idyllic coasts? Dreamt of taking a dip in its crystal clear aqua blue water? Gotten a postcard from its too-beautiful-to-be true blue grotto? The truth is, Capri may just be paradise.
So you're planning a bachelorette party in Austin!! Congratulations, out of all the best places to have a bachelorette party, Austin is about the easiest and most fun place to plan a great bachelorette weekend that everyone will love! If you've never been before, you're
Tucked away in the mountains of East Bali are a few bamboo dream houses where the wifi is weak, the views are spectacular, and the remote airbnb glamping experience is one of the most unique ways to spend a few nights in Bali, or anywhere
Is there anything more infuriating than when an airline "misplaces" your bag?? In the last month, I've been on a special streak of bad luck when it comes to airlines losing my luggage - it has happened to me not once, not twice, but THREE
"HELP! Christina!!!The weather report for my trip to Bali is showing rain EVERY day!!!" "I want to go to Bali in October but I read on your blog that rainy season starts in November and I'm worried!" "I want to visit Bali in February but
Bridal shower dresses for the bride-to-be What do brides wear at the wedding shower? What should you wear as the bride for your bridal shower? These are ultra-common questions bride-to-be's ask themselves when planning a wedding. Since getting engaged, I've been scouring every shopping website I
If you guys have been following along on Instagram, you know that, after wearing bikinis and one-pieces 365 days a year, I decided to start my own Jetset Christina swimwear brand, Watercolors! It was one of the most exciting and challenging things I've ever decided to
Well guys - it's official!!!! THE JETSET CHRISTINA SWIMWEAR LINE HAS LAUNCHED!!!! Since I first announced this exciting little side hustle on my instagram, you guys have been sooo incredibly supportive and excited for the suits, which has made me all the more excited. It's
If you're looking for the best villas in Sicily to rent for your Italy vacation, you know you came to the right spot. Located just off the toe of Italy's 'boot', Sicily is an island that Italian vacation dreams are made of. And, when it comes to
When you travel 300+ days a year, there's nothing more important than a great, trustworthy suitcase. Travel is so much easier when you have the right suitcases and bags. And, since we all know I don't travel light, it's taken years to perfect the art
Bali bound and wondering what you can't miss? This island paradise is one of my absolute favorite destinations right now for its vibrant culture, delicious food, UNREAL sunsets and of course, its beaches. I love it so much that I'm actually based there when I'm not traveling!
Is there a more perfect honeymoon destination than the Amalfi Coast? Italy exudes romance and magic in every corner of the country, which is why it's almost always one of the top honeymoon destinations in the world. If you're looking for a honeymoon full of
I get asked about honeymoons a lot. Should I go to the Maldives or Bora Bora? What hotel should we stay in for our honeymoon in the Amalfi Coast? Is 9 days in Bali enough for a honeymoon? Where should I go on my honeymoon? Will
So you've finally booked your trip to visit California's Napa Valley, and you can already picture yourself sipping Cabernet in the vineyards, surrounded by gorgeous grape vines and rolling hillsides
Alright guys, this one's for you. We all know you want to do something special for her - whether it's for a holiday weekend, or to celebrate Valentines day, a birthday or an anniversary
Hey guys! So this week, I had so much fun answering so many of your questions on our Instagram Stories Q&A about travel & life that I thought we should make this a whole blog post! Enjoy! And keep asking me more questions in the comments
Is there anywhere more magical IN THE WORLD than Ubud, Bali? If you're traveling to Bali for the first time, it's hard to put this place into words. If you've been to Bali and are coming back for the second or eighth, you know exactly
While you all know I'm a sucker for all luxury resorts in Bali, sometimes renting a villa can be way more fun. Especially if you're traveling with a group to Bali! The perks of a villa are hard to beat - you can have a
Planning a bachelorette party can be super fun, but let's face it - it's also super stressful. With anywhere from 10-20 ladies traveling from all over the place to celebrate the bride-to-be, you want to make sure the destination you pick is fun, and easy,
I just got back from my first trip to Aspen and it may just be my new favorite mountain destination in the world. With chic hotels, incredible restaurants and bars, endless winter activities like skiing, sledding, and cozying by the fireplace, there's no better winter vacation
Google recently released its Year in Search report, which ranks the trends in global news, entertainment, and cultural moments, but you can guess which part of the report I went straight to
For newlyweds, a honeymoon is a chance to relax in some much-needed R&R after their wedding. But, these days, a honeymoon is much more than that, too
I just got back from a whirlwind of a week in New York City attending the first inaugural TPG Awards - a celebration of all things luxury travel, credit cards, and hotel loyalty programs put on by the one and only The Points Guy. It
With Cyber Week in full swing, and travel deals everywhere, it's an amazing time to start planning your 2019 travels! As you guys know, I love luxury cruises. I think there's no better way to see as many places as you can in one trip, and love the