Traveling to LA soon and wondering where to go for the ultimate Los Angeles vacay? We've got you covered. I love La La Land - aside from it being the perfect destination year-round, Los Angeles is well suited for every type of trip. Whether you're
If there's one benefit to the pandemic, it's that it's really awakened us all to the beauty that's in our own backyard, right?! The USA has some of the dreamiest, most luxurious destinations in the world, yet all-too-often we Americans pass them over for jaunts
With chic poolside retro-California vibes, hot desert sunshine year round, and some of the best shopping and dining, California's Palm Springs is one of 2020's hottest destinations (literally). Palm Springs is not only a perfect place to pack up and quarantine with friends or family
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
Napa Valley and Sonoma County are two of the most stunning wine country destinations in the world. And, with beautiful weather (for the most part, year round!) it's somewhere you usually want to wine taste outside!! So I rounded up all of my favorite outdoor
If you’re looking for the perfect blend of southern culture, the faster pace of a city, neighborhoods with personality and an extensive list of places to eat, drink and explore, look no further than Charlotte, North Carolina. As you make your way just south of
Spending a weekend in Joshua Tree National Park is an ideal California getaway. Joshua Tree is a vast, idyllic desert area of Southern California known for its interesting rock formations and stark desert landscapes, as well as its trendy villas and cozy cabins that make
I don't know about you guys but so may months in quarantine has me desperately craving some travel time with my girlfriends. And what better time to plan an amazing safe stateside getaway with your girls than this summer and fall?!! If you're craving a
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
What do you get when you combine picture-perfect coastal beauty, add in gorgeous high-end beachfront resorts, fuse them with all-night fiestas, and top it all off with definitive Mexican charm? Bienvenidos to your new favorite margarita-filled getaway, Los Cabos. Los Cabos is the southernmost tip of Baja
San Diego, California. Famous for sun, fun, and very best Mexican food you’ll ever taste. San Diego is one of the most sought-after places to live in the US and a top vacation destination for all you sun-seeking travelers. My grandparents have lived in La
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
The US News & World Report just released their expert rankings of the Top Honeymoon Destinations for 2020 and it is giving me ALL the wanderlust. From fantasy-worthy overwater bungalows and luxurious private islands, to bustling European cities and quiet, secluded beach towns, this list
Planning a vacation to San Francisco or a weekend in the city by the Bay? San Francisco is my hometown and one of my very favorite cities in the world. https://www.instagram.com/p/Be9MDM7ABM_ I grew up across the Bay Bridge from the city, and have spent my entire life
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
Traveling to Colombia for the first time and wondering what areas are the best to travel to? You came to the right place! I've been to Colombia 10+ times (often for months at a time - I manufacture my swimwear line Watercolors Swim in the
When it comes to choosing a honeymoon destination, there are a few important things to consider. 1) How much time can you take off for your honeymoon? 2) How much of that time do you want to spend in transit? While a jaunt to Southeast
Napa vs. Sonoma : Which part of California wine country is right for your next vacation? These two gorgeous areas of wine country are buzzing with amazing food, stunning countryside, and of course, great wine. Separated by only a mountain range, you'd think Napa and
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
When you think Cabo, if all you think of are wild Mexico bachelorette parties, college spring breaks, and casual weekends with friends, you're missing out on the best, most surprising aspect of this beautiful peninsula of California - the luxury side of Cabo San Lucas. As
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
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
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
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,
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 -
Did you know that Oaxaca, Mexico was named the #2 City in the WORLD by Travel & Leisure this year?! This cultural gem of Mexico is hardly a secret anymore, but unlike a lot of "hot" destinations, Oaxaca has managed to keep its authentic charm, making it the perfect blissful
Last weekend, I visited one of my favorite places in the world - Lake Tahoe! Tahoe is the largest Alpine lake in North America, covering more than 72 miles of shoreline straddling the state line of Nevada and California. Famous for its granite glacier cliffsides and
Kauai is an island like no other. The farthest of the Hawaiian islands, it has managed to stay very 'Old Hawaii' with its slow-paced island lifestyle and one-of-a-kind beauty. Nicknamed "The Garden Isle", Kauai is home to canopies of lush tropical plants and trees that envelop
Traveling to Sydney, Australia for the first time this year was one of the most exciting trips of my life. I had heard from everyone about how much I would like Sydney (and that I may never want to leave!), and it's easy to see why this
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
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
If you're traveling to California wine country, chances are the first place you think to go is Napa Valley. While Napa is an amazing, world-class destination, it is known for being bigger, and much more commercialized than it's neighboring Sonoma County. When I'm recommending wine country
If you're traveling to California wine country, chances are the first place you think to stay is in Napa Valley. While Napa is an amazing, world-class destination for wine, one of my favorite parts of wine country is a little town just a few more
Last weekend, I packed up my weekender bag with a bikini, a cover up, and a couple dresses and headed out of the San Francisco fog down to Silicon Valley. Â 40 minutes later and 20 degrees warmer, I checked into the Four Seasons Silicon Valley,
The British pound is at a 31 year low, which means the bright side of Brexit is that it is the absolute perfect time to travel to London. Not only will you get to experience one of my very favorite cities, but you'll be essentially
Whether you're road-tripping down the California Coast and wondering where to stop along highway one or just needing a beachy escape from the hustle and bustle of San Francisco, Half Moon Bay is the perfect California getaway, for a weekend or just for the day. Spreading out with
Floating off of the coast of Indonesia are three tiny islands adorned with white-sand beaches, crystal-clear turquoise water, swaying palms, horse-drawn carraiges (yes, there are no cars or motorbikes!), and unbelievable sunsets. With a very relaxing sunny island atmosphere combining with a very lively party scene, the
Spectacularly set in the foothills of the Northern Italian Alps is a beautiful blue lake surrounded by palatial villas, blooming bougainvillea & colorful cobblestone towns. A place where the rich & famous go to escape the hustle & bustle of the everyday; trading in the
Rising 39 stories at the top of the Marriott Marquis hotel is a swanky lounge with floor-to-ceiling starburst windows showcasing a spectacular panoramic view of San Francisco from all angles. "The View" as it's aptly called, combines a killer atmosphere with luxe cocktails and delicious bar bites for a happy hour
Grand Cayman is a Caribbean paradise known for fabulous beaches, incredible underwater reefs, and of course, snorkeling with stingrays! If you're like me and can't think of a better way to spend your day than surrounded by a bunch of tropical fish in crystal-clear aqua-blue water,
When I was a sophomore in college, I studied abroad with 500 other college students on the trip-of-a-lifetime circumnavigating the world in 110 days aboard a ship. On board Semester at Sea, we were immersed in each of the cultures of Hawaii, Japan, China, Hong
