After months of observing them online I finally took the leap and bought a belt bag. With my trip to Venice on the horizon it just felt like too good of an opportunity to pass up. For those of you who are out of know, a belt bag is basically like the classy older sister…Read More
Travel
Revolution Hotel
Last month I had the pleasure of staying at the newly opened Revolution Hotel in Boston’s South End neighborhood. This trendy, boutique option for budget travelers is a nice reprieve from the sky high prices of most accommodations in the city. Right now they’re in soft-launch mode and in the spring all of their amenities,…Read More
West Hartford Travel Guide
Connecticut is the one New England state that I haven’t ventured to for an extended stay. And BOY was I missing something. My mom and I spent a few days in West Hartford and it was a dream. Shops, spas, and historic homes as far as the eye can see. Where to Stay The Delamar…Read More
Sunday Snapshots
From left to right: 1) Champagne and fur blankets at the Delamar West Hartford. 2) Have you seen my latest library loans? 3) Getting pampered with a festive manicure. 4) Blowouts at Blo Dry Bar in Blue Back Square. 5) Monochrome photoshoots by the beach. 6) Spa treats including Tea Forte, champagne, and infused water.
5 Things that Surprised Me In Russia
Having spent a decade studying the culture, I felt pretty prepared for my trip to Russia. (You can see my articles about the trip here, here, and here.) I own a lot of fur and I’d been practicing dramatic crying in a sleigh because my lover turned out to be married. So I should’ve been…Read More
Traveling Abroad with Baggallini
One of my biggest challenges in preparing for my pilgrimage to Russia was choosing a bag. Security is high so you’re not allowed into big national sites with a backpack. But I needed to be able to carry my camera equipment and essentials. Pick pockets were also at an all-time high in the wake of…Read More