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8 Reasons To Consider a Wellness Resort

In March of 2018, CIVANA Carefree made its debut as the first sustainable wellness resort in Greater Phoenix, nestled in the high Sonoran Desert, adjacent to North Scottsdale…and it’s just as dreamy as it looks. CIVANA focuses on four pillars – Healthy Cuisine, Movement, Healing Arts/Spa and Discovery & Enrichment. My recent stay at the resort… Read More

How To Update Your Guest Room For The Holidays

This post is sponsored by Kohl’s. I was paid for this post and received the included home goods as compensation. With the holidays just around the corner, it’s time to welcome guests!  You may be lucky enough to have an entire guest room devoted to friends and family that visit on occasion, but for us… Read More

8 Reasons To Take a Conservation Safari in Zimbabwe

I announced a pretty tremendous partnership on social media last month and I’m excited to finally share all of the details with you here on my own platform. I’m hosting a trip to Zimbabwe in April 2019 and YOU are invited! Please enjoy this guest post by my dear friends and partners, Global Family Travels… Read More

Girls’ Getaway: Phoenix, Arizona – Scottsdale Edition

My last girls’ getaway post from Phoenix, Arizona was so well-received that I had to return!  This trip includes a fresh, new itinerary – gorgeous accommodations, incredible food and girlfriend-inspired activities, specifically in the Scottsdale area. I had the opportunity of enjoying this sun-drenched holiday with my gorgeous friend Jaime (@CharlestonBlonde). Quick story – I’ve… Read More

New Seattle School That Offers 1:1 Classroom

I am a firm believer in advocating for your kids, especially when it comes to education.  If your child is struggling in an academic and/or social arena, I want you to find solace in this post.  There are options outside of the traditional school philosophy that will not only allow your child to meet statewide standards but also find… Read More

  • My girlfriends and I celebrate often. We make weekly dates (if not more) over coffee, drinks or even @target runs. We @marcopoloapp the quirky, amazing, hard, gross parts of our day. We hug, we cry, we laugh…and we listen. We find reasons to dress up - leave the kids with dad and slumber party in the city. Because it’s soul food…and if you haven’t noticed already, I’m an advocate. ✨ . Thanks for graciously hosting my beautiful tribe this weekend @charterseattle. I still can’t get over the location - one block from @pikeplacepublicmarket (i.e. the best shopping + brunch + wandering in the city)! 📷 @j.lailei . . . . . #seattle #seattle_igers #seattleblogger #seattlehotels #seattlebloggers #charterseattle #lularoe #hm #overalls #jennikayne #pikeplacemarket #pikeplace #girlslovetravel #pnwgirls #hilton #hiltonhotel #girlswhotravel #seattlemom #seattlemoms #seattlelife #seattlewa #visitseattle #seattlewaterfront #seattlewashington #seattlerestaurants #seattletrip #seattlefashion #luxurytravel #girltribe
  • Isn’t Seattle the prettiest?! ✨ Looking forward to our girlfriend getaway @charterseattle this weekend ...dinner @patagonseattle + drinks @fogroomseattle and shopping @pikeplacepublicmarket (only a block from the hotel!)... If you’re the city tomorrow night send me a DM and maybe we’ll run into each other! 💕 📷 @j.lailei
  • I'm an experience enthusiast - I encourage booking a flight over buying the things. I believe in living a minimalist life at home so we can enjoy the abundance of the world. So when @simplystoragemgmt asked if I'd share my tips on how I stay organized throughout the seasons - I was excited to show you how I manage the chaos :) Pop on over to their stories TODAY and you'll find my tips, tricks and clutter-free ambitions! #SimplyStorageHacks #Ad 📷 @j.lailei
  • WIN A TRIP TO CHARLESTON: Who wants to visit the Holy City?! I’ve teamed up with some of my favorite bloggers & businesses to give one lucky follower everything they need for a perfect getaway to Charleston. The winner will receive... 🐝Two night stay at The Beas Nest (value $1400) 🏄🏼‍♀️$200 worth of @TheSwurfer products 🍷$200 at @UncorkCharleston 🎨 Marsh Landscape by @harrisonblackfordart (value $550) 👗 $200 gift card for @elizabethwilsondesigns To Enter you must: 1) Like this photo 2) Follow: @Port2Palm @CharlestonBlonde @HolyCityChic @ObsessedByPortia @LaurenTaylorLaw @theswurfer @UncorkCharleston @HarrisonBlackfordArt @ElizabethWilsonDesigns 3) Tag your bestie that you would bring with you on the trip. We will announce the winner November 19th.
  • Foodie TREND ALERT >>> Custom Cinnamon Rolls + Baby Buns + Cinnacakes 💜 As seen on @sharktankabc @cinnaholic is finally open in Seattle (Capitol Hill)! They are 100% vegan + sweetened with beet sugar ✨ Stop by this week and tell them @obsessedbyportia sent ya! 📷 @j.lailei
  • It’s Monday. It’s a New Week. New doors. New breaks. New blessings. Prepare your mind. Enlarge your vision. . I can’t wait to see what this week has in store. Do you ever get excited for the unknown? . For example - I LOVE checking my email. The anticipation of opportunity + connection + dreamy plans finally coming into fruition...I LIVE for that stuff. . So on this Monday, as I write this I can’t help but smile...because I already know, it’s going to be a good week merely because I’m so grateful for what I already have and excited for what’s to come ✨. . Tell me something you’re grateful for this week - I promise it does wonders for your soul when you write it down👇🏻 📷 @blondegiraffe_
  • My first Scottsdale recap is live on the blog! Go check it out and get ready to plan your next girls’ getaway ☀️👙 @visitphoenix #MyPHx #VisitPhoenix 📷 @karliecolleenphotography
  • If you have kids, you NEED to buy, stream, download @kidzbop. They’re songs you recognize and love, but are safe to listen to with the littles around. I mean, is there anything better than singing with your kids in the car? And I don’t mean nursery rhymes… #KIDZBOPFamily #Ad 📷 @j.lailei
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