So you're traveling to Bali and meticulously planning out your perfect Bali itinerary, and choosing among all of the best hotels to stay in for every part of your trip. From the calming-and-zen Ubud jungle, to dreamy, beachy Uluwatu, to laid-back surftown Canggu, to secluded
The Maldives is heaven on earth, and may be my favorite destination in the world. To me, there's just nothing better than endless blue waters, and vacation days spent swimming, snorkeling, and soaking up the sunshine in an overwater bungalow. After traveling to the Maldives
Bali has such a special place in my heart. My husband and I have been to Bali many times together, having lived there for a few years in our twenties (it's where I first moved to to grow this blog after quitting my full-time job
Planning a trip to the Maldives or a Maldives honeymoon? Here's your ultimate Maldives travel guide for the best hotels in the Maldives, best places to see in the Maldives, things to do in the Maldives and all your Maldives travel questions, answered! ------------------------------- THE MALDIVES. Doesn't just
Okay friends - a ton of you have slid into my DM's on instagram asking for honeymoon recommendations for Bali lately, so I figured it's about time we write a post all about honeymooning in Bali on the blog! If you're still deciding where to honeymoon,
I've been getting a ton of questions comparing The Maldives and Bali lately from couples planning their honeymoons so I figured I'd write this post to help answer some questions about two of my very favorite honeymoon destinations! These two absolute dream honeymoon destinations are both
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! The Maldives is my favorite vacation spot in the world. (You can read about my trip on my Ultimate
I get reached out to a lot by nervous first-time Bali travelers asking about Bali Belly. I'm not even kidding that this week someone DM'ed me on instagram saying she has her entire Bali honeymoon booked for next month, and is now considering switching locations
Bali bound and looking for the best Bali travel guide so you know 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, amazing hotels and of course, its beaches. I
As you guys know, we spend a few months every year in our home-away-from-home, Bali! With so many trips to this island throughout the year, I've had to become somewhat of an expert on packing for Bali. I get the question "What do I pack for
If you're planning a Maldives honeymoon, congrats!! You picked one of the best honeymoon destinations in the WORLD! A Maldives honeymoon is everything honeymoon dreams are made of: white-sand beaches, blue skies, sparkling turquoise waters, a dreamy diverse marine life, and world-class resorts with overwater
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
The Maldives is home to some of the world's best, most luxurious seven-star resorts, located on private islands - or atolls - surrounded by sparkling-aqua-blue waters and thriving underwater wildlife. With so much unworldly beauty to offer, it is a is a dream honeymoon destination
Planning a trip to the Maldives or a Maldives honeymoon? The Six Senses Laamu is one of my favorite resorts in the world, which is the reason why when it came to deciding where to honeymoon, my fiancé and I both thought of one place
If you guys have been following along on instagram, you know that my fiancé Kenny and I decided to honeymoon in the Maldives, and when our wedding was postponed due to COVID-19 for the second time, we made the (easy) decision to not cancel our
The Nusa Islands, Nusa Lembongan, Nusa Penida, and Nusa Ceningan, are three small remote islands just off the coast of Bali, and are an amazing destination for any trip to Bali or Bali honeymoon. The Nusas are only about 30 minutes away by ferry from
Whether you're traveling to Bali with a group of friends or on a romantic Bali honeymoon, choosing where to stay can be one of the biggest questions you have when planning your trip to the Island of the Gods. Whether you're chilling in zen Ubud,
As you guys know by now from following me on the blog or on instagram, I base in Bali, Indonesia half the year! Over the past few years since quitting my job in marketing to blog full time, I've been running Jetset Christina as an
I know so many of you had trips planned to Bali this year and my heart breaks right with you that those plans have all been thrown out the window. As you guys know, Bali is my second home (though I've been quarantined in the
Chiang Mai, Thailand is a dream world of gorgeous mountains, a vibrant culture and lively night markets. This incredible hilltop Thai town is not to be missed on your Southeast Asia travels. Whether you want to wake up and get a Thai massage every morning,
When I first told my parents I wanted to visit Southeast Asia, they were extremely nervous. Not because of how far away it was, how long of a flight it was, or how I'd be traveling abroad with my friends, but because I'm not like any
A trip to the Gili Islands is full of palm trees, coconuts, tanned skin, turtles, bicycle rides, fruity cocktails & magical sunsets. It's a remote escape unlike any other in Bali. And, just a 10-minute boat ride away from festive party island Gili Trawangan lies
As a travel blogger, there are few things I love more than a great destination wedding. The excitement of an amazing vacation combined with a party and a celebration of love? Sign. me. up. Destination weddings are on the rise all around the world- and
Hi! I'm Christina, I am deathly allergic to peanuts, and I live in Bali. And while my parents thought I was crazy when I first moved to Southeast Asia with my nut allergy, I have learned to manage it safely and get around the difficulties
Okay so this title is a little mis-leading. There's no such thing as a perfect Bali vacation itinerary because the reality is there is SO FREAKING MUCH to do on this beautiful paradise island. That being said, I'm a firm believer that there is the perfect
Thailand is packed with hundreds of islands, each with jaw-dropping turquoise beaches, cliffside restaurants, rustic-chic hammocks and award-winning world-class resorts on every corner. From Koh Somui, to Phuket, to Bangkok to Chiang Mai, It's no wonder Thailand's diverse culture and gorgeous landscape have beckoned some
Cambodia is such a fascinating country. Despite neighboring tourist hot-spots Vietnam and Thailand, Cambodia remains so much less discovered and less visited than the countries it borders. It's home to thousands of unbelievably-preserved ancient temples, a gorgeous countryside, a warm, tropical climate, and *let me let
Canggu is a charming little hipster town on the southwestern coast of Bali that has blown up in the past few years, and today is easily one of Bali's hottest tourist (and expat) destinations. What used to be a hidden gem surfer town has turned
Canggu has a new sunset hot spot in town, La Brisa, opened by the same owners that brought Bali favorites La Plancha, La Favela, La Sicilia and La Laguna to the scene. It's one of the best beach clubs in Bali, and one of my top
Planning a trip to Bali and wondering what the best hotels, villas, and resorts are on the island? You came to the right place. If you've been reading up on my Bali blog posts, you know that a vacation Bali is a choose-your-own-adventure kind of
Let's face it: the secret is out on Bali. This idyllic island has quickly risen to the top of everybody's bucket list of the best places to travel to in the world, and for good reason! If you're planning a trip to Bali, you know
Uluwatu is my favorite area of the island of Bali. Uluwatu is off-the-beaten path, tropical and rugged beaches. But it's also chic, trendy sunset bars and day clubs. It's peak Bali. Located about 45 minutes from the airport, and about an hour and a half from Seminyak/Canggu, the
If you're planning a trip to Bali for the first time, I'm so excited for you! This beautiful paradise island has been my home-away-from-home for 2 years now (my fiance Kenny's brand Kenny Flowers manufactures resortwear here, so we spend about half the year in
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
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
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
"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
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
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
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 -
Thomas Beach, Uluwatu is what your Bali travel dreams are made of. Think: rolling waves covering a crystal-clear reef of aqua-blue water and stretches of sand and colorful beach umbrellas. This beach used to be a "secret beach" in Bali - known only to the locals,
Bali is arguably the most photogenic island in the world. Think: dreamy infinity pools spilling over into crystal-clear oceans. Jungles wild with lush palm trees, waterfalls, and adorable monkeys. Fiery sunsets. Colorful fruit bowls. Coconuts with a straw. Absolutely everything about Bali screams #vacationgoals. And while
My first time going to Japan (8 years ago!), I didn't know what to expect. I had never been to Asia before, and to be honest I wasn't that excited about going to Japan. It just seemed so different from anywhere I had ever been, and
Last week, I had the amazing opportunity to travel to Japan for the second time ever and see a different side of it. The first time, like my first time to most countries, I saw a ton of Japan, but I stuck to the main
Whether it's your first or fifth time traveling to Bali, visiting the Tegenungan Waterfall and the Tegalallang Rice Terraces outside of Ubud always makes for the perfect day trip. Ubud is often referred to as the heart of Bali , and is the spiritual and cultural
There's no shortage of beautiful places to stay in Bali, but some go above and beyond when it comes to truly creating an island home for you on your vacation. Hidden Hills Villas is an Uluwatu oasis combining traditional and modern styles into one luxurious
Wondering where to stay in Siem Reap while you explore Angkor Wat? Tucked away just a few minutes outside of the hustle and bustle of the city is a luxurious 36-room boutique hideaway called Jaya House River Park, an absolute oasis along the banks of the Siem
A private island in Cambodia? Huh? I thought the same thing when I was looking up where to stay for my 9-day trip exploring the Kingdom of Cambodia. Of course I knew I had to see the iconic Angkor Wat, whose thousand-year-old temples make up the largest
The vibrant cosmopolitan city-state of Singapore is not only the GORGEOUS setting of the new Crazy Rich Asians movie, but it is one of the best places to travel in Southeast Asia. In the past few decades, Singapore has skyrocketed to worldwide fame for its
Overlooking the shores of Seminyak Beach is one of the most unique, exclusive resorts in all of Bali. The Legian Bali is Balinese laid-back luxury at its finest. With its understated elegance, emphasis on service, and traditional Balinese design, there is nowhere I would rather stay
