Whimsical tales of travel & lifestyle
I’m not exactly sure why it took me so many years to finally visit the Tenement Museum, but after hearing about it on the Ahoy New York Food Tours I recently went on, I made it a goal to visit as soon as possible. Given I love history and culture through design and architecture, I was drawn to see how Jewish immigrants fresh off the boat from Eastern Europe lived back in the 1800s and early 1900s in the Lower East Side, as portrayed in Jacob … [Read more...]
I only had two hours to explore through centuries of unrivaled watchmaking and veritable antique jewels, with no photography device allowed. My anxiety level was at all time high; so much too see, in so little time. I was in Geneva, the capital of legendary watch craftsmanship and I was finally at the renowned Patek Philippe Museum. It had just been my birthday and I was looking for inspiration for my future watch; after this visit, I realized … [Read more...]
The minute I knew I was attending the BlogHer conference in Chicago, I knew I wanted to take a few extra days to explore the Windy City and learn more about its celebrated architectural styles. Which is why I wanted to stay at a boutique hotel with unique décor, my number one delight of any trip I take. When Choose Chicago recommended Hotel Felix for my stay, I knew that’s where I would be staying. Priding itself on its commitment to eco … [Read more...]
We're midway through the summer in New York City and it's HOT HOT HOT!! Between the sweltering heat, the hoards of people and the burning sidewalks, one has the moral duty to escape to the Hamptons! Image courtesy of Mr Gatsby Whether you choose the beaches of the South Shore, the vineyards of Sagaponack, the posh boutiques of Southampton or the trendy beach lounges of Montauk, there is plenty to keep you busy in the Hamptons, the … [Read more...]
Fresh of my Swiss adventures this past June, I sank right into a New York state of mind last week when I attended #WearNewYork - a grassroots movement sponsored by the Gojee fashion portal, profiling the top 15 emerging fashion designers in NYC. I went to support and flaunt another of Jia Collection's amazing reversible dresses. As a frequent traveler that enjoys comfortable chic designs, I am always up for new dresses that pack easily in my … [Read more...]
I'm a travel writer, blogger and social media maven that can't sit still. I'm inspired by all things creative, always accompanied by my camera.
