You've worked hard all year and finally get a few days off work, and are trying to rally your friends to come up with the perfect destination for your end-of-year holiday, but are stuck on where to go! Whether you're looking for a low-key getaway
So you're planning a Cabo San Lucas bachelor party? Lucky you! Cabo is one of the most fun destinations for stag parties & bachelor parties because of its can't-beat mix of beautiful beaches, amazing nightlife, and Mexican vibes. If you've never done a Spring Break
SkinCeuticals is one of the best skincare lines out there right now. they offer a pretty wide range—whether you want to fade dark spots, protect your skin from free radical and environmental pollution damage, or address any other skin concerns, SkinCeuticals has something amazing for
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
Let's face it, the honeymoon is just what the doctor ordered after a long process of months and months wedding planning. Long before your wedding, you dream of planning a honeymoon to exotic, faraway destinations like the Maldives, Bali, Bora Bora, and the Amalfi Coast
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? A trip to Maui has something for everyone - you can go to a luau and
I've become an expert at what to do when an airline loses your bag, as you guys know if you've been watching my instagram stories. 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 group trip with friends, honeymoon destination, solo travel destination, 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
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
Going to the BVI's with a group? Check out my fiance Kenny's Bachelor Party Guide to the Virgin Islands! All I could think during my 9-day sailing trip around the British Virgin Islands was "wow." Let me set the stage for you. You wake up on a sailboat,
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
Planning a trip to 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
Summer is officially here and I could not be more excited! 'Tis the season of sunshine, barbecues, pool parties and traveling! Oh and did I mention shopping? I wanted to round up my must-buys for all of your guys' fun Summer travels
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
It's (finally) WEDDING SEASON, everyone!! and that means
Boracay, 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
When it came to designing my first swimwear line, Watercolors, I wanted to shake things up in the swimwear industry. As a one piece and bikini addict, I have known for a long time that most brands work off of standard sizing versus taking a
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 visit me, we all decided that we would be fun to explore a new area of
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
The best travel gear and accessories that help make travel easier, safer, and more fun. I’m always asked for recommendations on gear and travel hacks to travel better (and more often), and these brilliant travel products below are my answer to making travel a lot
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
This year, when Conde Nast took on the daunting task of naming "the Best City in the World", the prestigious award wasn’t granted to London, Paris or Tokyo. Taking many people by surprise (but not anyone who’s been there), it was the one and only Charleston,
A vacation or honeymoon in Bora Bora is what dreams are made of. This picture-perfect paradise in French Polynesia is one of my very favorite destinations I've ever been to. With its endless palm trees and infinite shades of blue, this mountainous island is easily
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 my 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 taken
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
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
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
While you all know I'm a sucker for all luxury resorts in Bali, sometimes renting a villa in Bali 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
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
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
Aruba is one of the most beautiful spots in the Caribbean for honeymoons, group trips, couples trips, or a family vacay. I went this year to celebrate my birthday and I can't imagine a more perfect island getaway. With four nights and five days on
Wondering where to find the best smoothie bowls in Bali? You've come to the right place. These beautiful, colorful bowls are somewhat of an addiction here on the island, and leaving a trip to Bali without having one would be unheard of. In fact, you
Ok Jetsetters, I don't know about you but as the year winds down, I'm getting super excited about what exciting travels 2019 will bring. I'm constantly looking up Black Friday travel deals, figuring out which hotel booking sites are having sales during Cyber Monday (blog post
As the California wildfires continue to spread in the beautiful state I call home - causing death, destruction and displacement for thousands of people (and animals!!) in California, WE NEED YOU! My heart is breaking for California and there are so many organizations that need support
The Fearrington House Inn, a Relais & Châteaux boutique luxury hotel located 10 minutes outside of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, blends sophisticated luxury with southern charm in a cozy-chic farmhouse. It's more than an inn, it's an experience. Fearrington House is the perfect celebration getaway for Southerners looking for a
The Ultimate Guide to where to eat, stay, and play in Canggu Is Canggu Bali's hot-spot right now or what!? Everyone traveling to Bali seems to be heading straight to this trendy, boho surfer's paradise, and it's easy to see why. Canggu has it all -
Summer vacations in Europe are hardly complete without a trip to Italy's Amalfi Coast. A magnet for the jet-set since the Roman times, the Amalfi Coast is easily one of the most beautiful, most desirable, and most charming, coastal regions in the world. And one
3 out of 4 travelers say they worry about their safety and security when they travel, so I wanted to write a post to help you guys feel better about some of the scarier parts of traveling abroad - and help you prepare for the
Traveling to Barcelona soon and wondering what you can't miss? This city is full of vibrant culture, delicious food, world-class nightlife, stunning views and magnificent architecture. Did I mention there's amazing beaches too? It's no wonder Barcelona tops most people's must-see lists when they head to
1. My no-foreign-fees debit card It's always important to be able to get cash out wherever you go on vacation, as many places around the world are still cash-driven societies - especially when it comes to transportation. Carry a debit card with you that won’t charge
