You know it’s summer when “music” and “festival” are inseparable buzzwords. And when a girl attends one of those, she feels left out if she isn’t decked out in festival fashion, so here’s the look…bohemian and bangles. Now you need to find the place. Since this is Travel Thursday, here’s a list of the best summer fests of 2015… https://seatgeek.com/tba/festivals/music-festivals/ …
Today, I was reminiscing about my spring Hawaii trip…I might add as I was eyeing the piles of work covering all the wood on my desk! So for Travel Thursday, I’m posting about an eco-friendly, fashion-forward tropical haunt. MU’UMU’U HEAVEN, aka vintage clothing heaven, creates one-of-a-kind dresses, and donates a percentage of every sale to the preservation of Hawaii’s coral …
Lady Yum in Kirkland Washington is no run-of-the-mill macaroon shop. The tantalizing flavors cooked up there include every possible confection from caramel to s’mores, and each bite is sheer sweets heaven! I say that when in doubt, get more than you think you can eat because–trust me–when a girl encounters Lady Yum, for some mysterious reason she is never full. …
“The traveler sees what he sees. The tourist sees what he has come to see.” G.K. Chesterton To me, the best explorers are those who have both a bit of the traveler and a bit of the tourist in their souls. Their eyes are opened wide enough for them to see life as it really is, but are shaded with …
Travel lovers know how expensive foreign exploring can be, which is why when I hear a top-notch money-saving tip, you all are the first to know. The tricky part of thrifty travel is getting the right mix of econo, unique experience, and comfort. If you have your eye on Dublin, I have just the place. Generator Dublin is a well-appointed …
If there was ever a girl put under a spell, that was me seeing this magic extravaganza. The production, involving eleven illusionists, is much more than a magic show. The performers’ slight-of-hand incorporates humorous, heartwarming, dazzling, and scary elements. While watching it, I went from laughing and cheering, to holding my breath during the replication of Houdini’s escape from his …
I realize that it’s Travel Thursday, but I just finished editing my dance tutorial for Little Mix’s first live performance of Black Magic, and I wanted to post it. You don’t have to cast a spell to be able to dance like them. Here’s how… And if you’d like to see a step-by-step tutorial for the makeup they wore on …
Today, I woke up wishing I could run out to Waikiki beach, lounge on the sand, swim out to the coral reef, and then stroll around the town. In reality, I have a stack of work staring me down that has become so large I have to turn it into multiple stacks before it topples over. Since I can’t hop …
Throwback Thursday to my Vanderbilt time when going country was a daily occurrence. With the CMA Music Festival running today, June 11th, through the 14th, about 80,000 people are converging on my old stomping ground. According to Billboard magazine, country music is America’s most popular genre. And the country vibe is everywhere in Nashville. So regardless of whether you are …
…is not for the faint-of-crowds—at least, not in the summer of 2015. Since the dollar is about 25% stronger than the euro, U.S. travelers are expected to flock to Europe throughout the coming months. In fact, the onslaught is suspected to be so large that some museums and landmarks are putting a nix on selfie sticks, hiring crowd-control specialists, and …
Okay, not really! But if you can’t get poolside with the designer in person, the second best option is to wear one of her creations. I love this bathing suit of hers. Sometimes, I find that the most flattering suits feel like armor. They suck me in here, push me up there, and pretty soon, I realize that in one …
That is what Hilton Hawaiian Village on Waikiki reminds me of. When I first visited this place as I kid, I felt like the Village was a world in and of itself, and it still is. Nestled at the ocean’s edge, it’s great for swimming, surfing, SUP exploring, lounging, and people-meeting. It has restaurants—some with music and dancing, lawn parties, …
My grandma has been quite a hit on my sites. I still receive emails that go something like this… “How is your grandma, the one who had her elderly book club read The Single Girl’s Guide to Meeting European Men?” Well, “still chugging along,” as she says. And you probably know that she still likes to dispense tips. She just …
Plane ticket in hand? Check. Bags packed? Check. Ids and passports? Got ‘em. Now all you’re missing to make the trip a breeze are apps that are a traveler’s best friend. CityMaps. Think of this as your personal guide to a city’s hottest spots. It even works offline and in 27 languages! Foodspotting. Anyone who has even spent part of …
I’ve wanted to go to Venice ever since I studied the history of its canals in middle school. Somehow I’ve never been able to pull the trip together, but I still love to dream of the places I will visit there when I get the chance. When planning a trip, I think it’s best to learn where the locals go, …