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 […]
I am just thrilled to be included among all of these amazing accounts on Yahoo!’s Top Travel Instagrams to Follow! See the original article posted on their site or reprinted here: @jetsetchristina A San Francisco-based travel blogger with a knack for making us lust over […]
You know how three years ago NO one had heard of Tulum and now it is on just about everybody’s top places to visit? Well, I’m here to tell you that Costa Maya is the new Tulum. Mahahual, Costa Maya, Mexico was such a pleasant surprise on my […]
It’s officially springtime in San Francisco and, this past weekend, that meant 75 degree sunshine, plenty of bloody marys on deck, and ferrying over to one of our all time favorite day trip spots- Sam’s Anchor Cafe in Tiburon. We decided to take the ferry […]
For wood-fired pizza and hands down the best sourdough bread in the East Bay, Pizzaiolo is at the top of my list. Their gourmet pizzas are topped with the finest and freshest ingredients like tangy tomato sauce, creamy mozzarella & housemade sausage, but this restaurant is so much […]
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, […]
How many of you put “travel more” on your resolutions this year? I’m willing to bet that most of us are yearning for a year full of adventure and travel, full of new experiences. We resolve to visit new places (a friend of mine’s new […]
The holidays are here!!! And I, for one, could not be more excited. I’ve spent the past week decorating the tree, watching National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, listening to christmas music nonstop, and of course, baking lots of cookies. Baking might be my favorite activity (after […]
With approximately 1,200 islands, sparkling azure water, and picturesque medieval villages full of history and charm, it’s no wonder Croatia is on every traveler’s bucket list. The stunning view from the fortress of Hvar In fact, Croatia was recently named as the Mediterranean’s fastest […]
This past weekend, I rang in my 25th birthday in true SF style – on a traditional cable car!! And, in case you missed all the Instagram story coverage, it was a BLAST! I’m convinced that this is THE way to celebrate any special occasion […]
If you have been following my instagram, you know I just got back from a two week European cruise to Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania and Greece. One of my very favorite spots was Montenegro. This small Balkan country has everything! Medieval villages, rugged mountains, and a picturesque […]
Everyone is always asking me how I’m able to see so many places around the world… It’s a simple answer: cruises. I love cruises. ‘Traveling’ to many places tends to be equated with ‘hassle’, leaving many likely to pick one place and stay there rather […]
You’ve booked a trip to paradise, otherwise known as Hawaii. With images of white sand beaches, swaying palm trees, sunny rays and lazy beach days floating around in your mind, you think you’ve got all you need for the perfect trip. Think again. And say […]
Who doesn’t love a good list? I don’t know about you guys but I’m always looking to cross things off my bucket list. I want to see everything, taste everything, explore everywhere, all over the world, at least once. This list will be ever-evolving, and […]
I’ve never been able to sit still for long, and, with my undying urge to travel the world, I’ve stopped trying to fight it. With family all over California, my alma mater in North Carolina, and a boyfriend across the country, I’m flying all the […]
You hear people say it all the time. Don’t take any moment for granted, enjoy the journey not the destination, live in the moment. We all KNOW all of these old adages, but do we truly live by them? When I went abroad on Semester […]
I have a fewessentials with me every single trip I take: Leather Passport Case Because a pop of color (and a lot of stamps) is just what every passport needs. Vera Bradley Carry On Roller This Vera Bradley carry on suitcase is the PERFECT suitcase […]
Next week, I’m headed down south to the land of the pines to my alma mater. So, I thought it only fitting that I dedicate this post to the best college town in the world. The town that holds a huge part of my heart […]
Waiting This has got to be the worst part of traveling. First, you spend months counting down the calendar anticipating that amazing light-at-the-end-of-the-tunnel day your vacation finally comes. Then, the day finally arrives. This is it! So long, stress… Sayonara work! Arrivaderci real world, I’m […]
I may be biased, but goodness I love California. I love our weather, I love our cities, and I love our beaches. But one of the things I love the most about this beautiful golden state is that we prove that it is, indeed, possible […]
How many times have you found yourself planning a trip and reaching out to everyone you know for travel tips– from where to eat, to where to stay, to where to explore! I gotcha covered. I’m a recent college grad living in the San Francisco […]
In cas you’re new around here, I have long been completely obsessed with finding the perfect bikinis and one-pieces. For me, swimwear goes hand in hand with my memories of each place or time I wear it. I love how each of the bikinis or […]