by melaniesara | Jul 16, 2015 | Lifestyle, Travel, Uncategorized |
Every year we go to the Bahamas as a family for Thanksgiving and sometimes we go more than just once a year. I love being able to go there during the summer. Although, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year and everyone is spending time with their families; summer always brings the best in people. We stay in the Atlantis Resort Marina and because of that we like to travel to other islands, this time being Harbour Island in the Bahamas. I can’t even begin to describe the clarity of the water, the pinkness of the sand and the bliss of this island. Leave your heels at home, leave your makeup on the bathroom counter and come as you are.
Sip Sip Restaurant is an incredible restaurant on Harbour Island in the Bahamas. It is quite expensive but it does have excellent food. Some of my favorites are the lobster quesadilla, lamb burger, artichoke hummus and definitely give the margaritas a try!
XO
by melaniesara | Jul 15, 2015 | Lifestyle, Travel |
Best 10 Romantic Honeymoon Spots:
1. Paris: Whether you’ve been here or not, chances are you’ll want to come back again and again. From taking photos of the Eiffel Tower to sipping coffees at brasseries and nibbling at croissants; there is just so much to sight see and enjoy during your time here.
Eiffel Tower
2. Venice, Italy: You must see the sunset at the Piazza San Marco and follow the sunset on a gondola ride through the famed canals. But don’t forget to also stop by a Murano glass shop or souvenir store!
3. Florence, Italy: The gelato, the eateries, the sunsets and mostly the endless walks together sightseeing some of the most beautiful museums including Michelangelo’s David Sculpture.
4. Rome: You must first visit the Vatican, the Forum, and the Spanish Steps and then shop and eat your way through the city. From fresh pasta to pizza to gelato, you may get a taste of the best Italian food.
5. Cape Town, South Africa: With the beaches, galleries, spas and thriving wine scene–there is plenty to do!
6. Barcelona, Spain : It would be hard to resist to appeal to the coastal city of Barcelona with its tapas, sangrias, and paellas. Be sure to also check out the beaches and the Gaudi architecture. They are not to be missed.
7. Prague: It remains a hip and bohemian spot with its gothic architecture, smoky beer halls and a massive castle that overlooks Old Town.
8. Savannah, Georgia: Check in a historic inn, take a horse drawn carriage ride and hit the abundant antique shops.
9. Charleston, South Carolina: A honeymoon is meant to slow things down if that is what you are looking for that is and in South Carolina you will find just that with a sweet tea in a garden or a cocktail on a porch.
Famous waterfront homes in the battery section of Charleston, South Carolina
10: San Francisco: The City by the Bay really has it all: gorgeous views, famed architecture in the form of rows of colorful houses and stunning bridges. The one thing to consider is the mysterious fog and wind.
by melaniesara | Jun 22, 2015 | Lifestyle, Style, Travel |
During my travel in Europe, we decided to take a day trip to Bruges-which is about an hour and a half from Brussels. Bruges is a beautiful city distinguished by its canals, cobbled streets, and medieval buildings. The first thing we did when we got into the village was go straight to the little french fry stand and got a packet of french fries with mayo (yes, mayo!). The center of town offers horse carriage rides, 17th century houses converted in houses and cafes as well as towers with panoramic views. There is so much to see and explore. Being a city girl, I absolutely love the small town feel with the cobble stones, cute cafes and being able to walk everywhere!
by melaniesara | Jun 15, 2015 | Food, Lifestyle, Style, Travel |
Paris…there is just so much I could possibly say about this beautiful city. My mom and I decided we would spend one night in Paris while in Europe, so we did! It was my birthday last week and the only thing I really wanted to do was to go to Paris. We stayed at Le Burgandy Hotel, which is such a cute boutique hotel. I highly recommended staying here if you are looking for a small boutique hotel in the middle of Paris and especially in the middle of all the shops and good restaurants. It was simply perfect.
After having took the train and getting up early, we needed a little pick me up (some champagne to celebrate!) and a snack. We headed to a brasserie close to our hotel: Chez Flotte. We had such a great time, the atmosphere was absolutely delightful and so was the food. From there, we walked around a lot and had to do the Eiffel Tower stop even though we had seen it many many times.
During our stay, we ate at two other spectacular restaurants which I highly recommend if you ever go to Paris. They are both owned by the same owner and share similarities but each unique in their own way.
The first is Hotel des Costes which is in the hotel itself. We ate on the terrace which was centered around the hotel bar/restaurant. I suggest the tuna carpaccio as well as the seabass in a curry sauce. We enjoyed the carpaccio so much we ordered several more orders!
The second is La Societe and there we sat on the terrace in the main square of a nearby neighborhood to our hotel. We had the salmon carpaccio and the cod. To finish off, we had the apple tart which was so thin and light that you didn’t feel stuffed. It was so delightful!
Top: Theory (old but similar below), Sweater: 360 Cashmere (old but similar below), Jeans: AG Denim, Shoes: Chanel Espadrilles, Bag: Balenciaga, Sunglasses: Rayban (sold out but love the ones below)
by melaniesara | Mar 12, 2015 | Lifestyle, Travel |
The Maldives consists of 1192 coral islands grouped in a double chain of 26 atolls making this one of the world’s most dispersed countries. The atolls are composed of live coral reefs and sand bars, situated atop a submarine ridge. If you are looking for a honeymoon spot or just a place to get away the two of you, you may want to consider this beautiful island nation. The Maldives will allow for tranquility and relaxation if that is something you are looking for. Stay tuned for a more adventurous vacation spot.
by melaniesara | Feb 28, 2015 | Lifestyle, Travel |
I am a dual citizen by right of my mother. Often times, this is something people take for granted, but rather something to be fortunate about should I ever decide to move to Europe. So today, I have decided to walk you through where my mom’s family is from (my family) and where I spend many of my summers.
Brussels, Belgium
1. Experience La Grand Place
2.Take a brewery tour at Cantillon Brewery
3. Have a Belgian beer in a Brussels bar
4. Take a look at Menneken-Pis
5. Visit Notre Dame du Sablon
6. Read Comics at the Brussels Comic Centre
7. Check out the Royal Palace
8. Soak up culture at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts
9. Explore Sablon
10. Go to Horta House
