Kiawah and Wild Dunes are two of the Charleston area's best beach resort options if you're looking to stay on the beach within a drive of the city of Charleston. If you don't know the layout of Charleston, the historic downtown is an amazing place
Three things Southern California is best known for: its supreme year-round weather, its laid-back-yet-lavish lifestyle, and its beaches! But what you may not know is that Southern California is also home to some of the best luxury resorts in the USA! You guys already know
All about our recent trip traveling to St. Martin! I don't know about you guys but we have had a very hectic springtime in our household - Kenny and I have been busy busy busy running our resort wear business Kenny Flowers, launching new collections,
Last weekend, for Easter weekend, we went down to the Montage Palmetto Bluff (from our hometown of Charleston!), so I wanted to recap the trip with our Montage Palmetto Bluff hotel review & some things you need to know about this place! I've had this
As you guys know, I love Los Cabos for any sort of getaway - from a romantic couples trip, to a trip with friends, to a babymoon (we actually babymooned at this same hotel!). With Cabo's desert-chic vibes, gorgeous views, delicious Mexican food, and incredible
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
When it comes to where to stay in Hawaii for a honeymoon, special occasion, family vacation, or just a quick relaxing getaway from the west coast, Hawaii's Big Island has always been a favorite destination of mine. While most people flock to Oahu or Maui
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
Wondering where you should go on your first trip to Mexico? With so many amazing Mexico destinations to choose from, from Cabo to Tulum, Cancun and the Yucatan Peninsula, to Punta Mita and the Riviera Nayarit, it can be hard to pick just one! Which
Punta Cana, the resortey Caribbean island paradise on the easternmost tip of the Dominican Republic, is famous for its 40 miles of breathtaking beaches, lush tropical palms, and gorgeous clear blue waters. And as if Punta Cana could sound even better, it’s also referred to
I've spent the last 8 years blogging to you guys about the top luxury travel experiences worldwide, staying in the most swoon-worthy locales, becoming a total luxury hotel critic, and I've loved every second of it! A lot of people always ask me what my
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
We just got back from an incredible trip to Mayakoba, Mexico and it's definitely one of my new favorite destinations in Mexico. Mayakoba is a gated, exotic, lush, 620-acre area along the coast of Playa Del Carmen comprised of jungley lagoons and four high-end resorts
The iconic Four Seasons Maui at Wailea is one of the world's best hotels, and one of my personal favorites. I love it so much that I married the love of my life here and spent my babymoon here, too!! No other hotel in the
When it comes to high-end resorts in the Caribbean, no destination beats Anguilla. This little gem of an island is home to some of the world's most architecturally stunning, and beautifully decorated hotel options that will leave you breathless at every corner as you sip
When it comes to where to stay in Charleston for the best Lowcountry, Southern experience, there are no shortage of amazing options to choose from. Between luxurious downtown hotels and hidden gems outside the city, to hotels on the beach, you can choose the right
Looking for the hottest hotel openings next year? Not only are these the most anticipated hotel openings of 2022, but each of these incredible luxury hotels is set in a unique, bucket-list-worthy destination (your 2022 vacation planning just got a whole lot easier!). These are
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
Sonoma County, Napa's laid-back little sister, is one of my absolute favorite places to travel in California. With a breathtaking coastline (that makes some of the best pinot noirs in the world!), enchanting redwood forests, hillsides on hillsides of rolling vineyards, a small, chill, farm-town
I just got back from staying four nights at the beautiful brand new One & Only Mandarina, one of the most anticipated new hotels of the year, and definitely one of the most architecturally stunning hotel properties in the world. While I was there, so
Did you know that one of the world's best private island resorts is right here in the USA? This Florida Keys dream-of-an-island is like having the Maldives experience right here in our own backyard. And I am HERE FOR IT. Waking up in one of
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
When it comes to planning a dream trip like a safari honeymoon or a vacation in South Africa, you want to make sure you do your research and find the absolute best lodge home base for your big trip. From the best views, to the
Deciding where to stay in Bora Bora can be overwhelming! What is the difference between all of the different dreamy resorts in Bora Bora? Surely one overwater bungalow can't be all that different than another, right? But which one is really the best of the
Four Seasons Bora Bora, with its sparkling azure waters, fine white sand beaches, stunning palms and to-die-for overwater bungalows, is a French Polynesian paradise. A magnet for honeymooners, it is largely considered one of the best hotels in the world, and is the ultimate place
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
I get asked about the best all-inclusives for honeymoons a ton. After all, honeymooners everywhere are desperately craving an all-inclusive vacation right now. I think we can all agree that the feeling of not having to worry about your wallet at all on vacation, and
When you check into a hotel this Summer, Fall, or whenever we are able to travel again after coronavirus, you want to be prepared. Many hotel chains are already thinking into what the future of travel looks like and are developing new cleanliness measures to
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?", "How to plan a
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Whenever people ask me what my favorite country to visit is, I almost always say there's nowhere I'd rather be than Mexico. I am completely in love with everything about this country -- the beautiful and vibrant culture, the to-die-for food (seriously, does it get
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
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,
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
With its hip hotels, cool cafes, swanky bars and boutique shops, Seminyak is a must-see in Bali. It's like nextdoor Kuta's cooler, more maturer older sister. Spend a few days here and you'll easily understand why this dynamic area is where most ex-pats choose to live when they come
If you're wondering where to stay in Canggu - Hotel Tugu is your spot. Nestled in Bali's stylish surf outpost of Canggu is a luxury boutique resort with lush gardens, intimate thatched-roofed suites, world-class restaurants and gorgeous views of the Indian Ocean. Hotel Tugu's slogan is
Overlooking the stunning Mediterranean coast, this sleek boutique 5-star hotel embodies best of St Tropez's hip vibe with its elegant setting and modern design. Breathtaking views of yacht-studded Saint Tropez Bay while sipping cocktails at the pool bar? Yes please. The Ambiance The ambiance at the KUBE is laid back
