Best Places to Eat in Turks & Caicos
This is an absolute MUST! Not only is the food amazing, but the entire ambiance is a total vibe. The ‘van’ is a classic 1974 air-streamer which is just fun in itself, but the location makes this even better! It is nestled in a grove of palm trees and they have an outdoor lounge where you can enjoy your meal.
I highly recommend the churros they were drool worthy, but they also has fun items like buffalo cauliflower and fried fish tacos.
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind dinning experience then Coco Bistro should be at the top of your list! Set amidst the largest palm grove on the island of Providenciales and close to all resorts. This bistro serves up some of the most unique and delicious meals on the island.
*Reservations: Required for parties of all sizes
Looking for a local coffee shop to grab an iced cappuccino, matcha, a cold coconut maybe some breakfast or lunch?? This is the perfect spot! It’s a short bike ride away from most resorts and the outdoor sitting area gives off Tulum vibes!
This fine dining experience is a complete vibe! The patio is surrounded by palm trees and fairy lights. From the ambiance to the menu everything here is perfection. I highly recommend the lobster spring rolls, greek salad and coconut shrimp tempura appetizers. The grilled filet of mahi mahi as a main and for dessert have the creamy coconut caramel!
*Reservations: Required for parties of all sizes
My experience at PFW | Fall 2019
I landed last friday in the city of lights and I am still in AWE! This was my first time in Paris and I have wanted to go since I was a little girl. There is something just so magical about Paris don't you agree??
I landed last friday in the city of lights and I am still in AWE! This was my first time in Paris and I have wanted to go since I was a little girl. There is something just so magical about Paris don't you agree??
During PFW I attended shows, presentations and events, but my highlight was being dressed for the Victoria & Tomas show!
While in Paris I feel like I broke more laws then I can count just trying to create epic content. I'll get into that more next week and share how I got onto Parisian rooftops right next to the Eiffel Tower! Missed my Eiffel Tower video? Click Here
Some how I have gone from a person that barely travels to traveling to Europe twice and Asia within the past 3 months! All three trips have been content trips, so packing light was never an option. Below is my travel secret to packing 30+ outfits and keeping it under those crazy airline weight restrictions!
Must have Travel Items:
I would have been lost this entire trip without a carry on suitcases and packing cubes. Every single day I had a 6am wake up call for photoshoots, yes it had to be that early to beat the tourist to these highly visited locations. To be as efficient as possible I would pack up my suitcase the night before with everything I needed for the following days shoot. Another travel must have is packing cubes! I brought with me 30 COMPLETE outfits. Yes, 30 and I only skipped out on 3 looks. The only reason why they all fit was because of my packing cubes. They made packing a breeze and kept everything organized.
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VACATIONING ON THE AMALFI COAST
Ana shares her tips on vacationing in the Amalfi Coast.
I just got back from the most MAGICAL trip of my life with Mr. K on the Amalfi Coast. I have been wanting to go to Italy for years, I mean my mom was born there!
When Mr. K told me that we were heading to the Amalfi coast I cried, I was so happy! I could not believe that I was finally going to be able to go to Italy and experience Europe with my husband. It was truly a dream come true.
The scoop:
It is not as expensive as everyone thinks it is, even during the so called “high season”. Also if your a New Yorker like me it is not as crowded as everyone their vlog’s make it seem, you are not walking “shoulder to shoulder”. I mean have you seen time square??? Now that’s PACKED, Positano during the high season is like a walk down a busy avenue in NYC 💁🏼♀️. The thing that was on point however was the HEAT! They are not joking when they say how insanely hot it is during July on the Amalfi coast. 🔥
My recommendations:
Fly into Rome! Just do yourself the favor and get a nonstop flight right into FCO. Getting to Amalfi truly is not hard to do from Rome. We decided to fly into FCO and spend the night in Vatican City. The next day we woke up early and headed to Roma termini (15mins) to catch the fast train to Naples (1hr). From Naples we used mydaytrip.com to pre-schedule a driver to pick us up and bring us to Praiano (1hr). In total it took us 2hrs and 10mins to get to Praiano from Rome.
There is also no need to stay in Positano. Mr. K and I actually like the neighboring town of Praiano more than Positano. The towns are 10mins apart by bus and the bus is only $2 each way! However; if you are an influencer and want to get all of those early morning shots before the crowds (I am talking about waking up at 4:30 am to get ready) your best bet is to rent a moped for one day. Its about 50 euros and you will get around with ease! Also the buses do not run regularly on Sundays, so you do not have to worry about buses taking up the entire street while you drive! But be aware because you are driving along a cliffside with nonstop winds and bends.
Another tip is that Praiano is also a quarter of the cost!! We stayed at Hotel Pellegrino which I highly recommend. It is one of the most beautiful hotels I have ever stayed at and the view from my in room outdoor garden was breathtaking! Our stay included free breakfast and the hotel staff and owner were very accommodating .
You do not have to stay in Positano! The view from our airbnb was absolutely amazing though and it was a lot cheaper than staying at a hotel there, but definitely considering how easy it is to get around the coast I recommend saving money by staying in Praiano. To be completely honest we stayed there because I wanted photos with that epic view 🤷🏼♀️ I guess you can say I #diditforthegram.
Food:
You can not go wrong with the food if you take this advice… STAY AWAY FROM TOURIST TRAPS! These are restaurants that have “Italian” and “English” menus, are strategically placed near prime tourist locations, and have people outside trying to get you to “come inside”. Do not be afraid to walk around and experience the beautiful cities and towns, you find the best local foodie spots by doing so, and it is actually much cheaper than the tourist traps.
Another foodie tip? If you do not see any locals eating there walk away.. QUICKLY 😂
Spilling the Tea…
What is the best town on the Amalfi Coast? Well I went to four Praiano, Positano, Amalfi & Atrani and I can say all have their pros and cons.
Praiano-This town was mine and Mr. K’s absolute favorite. From the hotel we stayed at, to the beach club it was a very quaint and romantic town. I would say this is the best town on the Amalfi cost for couples looking for a romantic getaway.
Positano- This town had the most beautiful views multiple beaches, it was all just so breathtaking. They had plenty of restaurants and definitely had a night life scene. The down side? EVERYTHING here is super expensive so be prepared to dish out if your planning on just staying here.
Amalfi- This town was probably my least favorite only because it was SOOOOO hectic, they definitely had the most tourists. They do have great shopping though and the best cafe was here in town next to the Spanish steps called Pasticceria Andrea Pansa. If you go you must get the lemon filled lobster tail pastry, it’s AMAZING!
Atrani – You can not take the bus to Atrani so you have to get off at Amalfi and walk about 500 meters to the town. The town is quaint. It’s not a big as Amalfi, but you will find a lot more locals here. This is where Mr. K and I found the best Pasta spot! I am still dreaming about this pasta. It was a creamy pistachio pesto and I can not stop thinking or talking about it.
Arrivederci for now!
COACHELLA 2019
I did it, I made it to Coachella! It was definitely an experience from salvation mountain to the festival itself. I still can’t believe it’s all over.
I did it, I made it to Coachella! It was definitely an experience from salvation mountain to the festival itself. I still can’t believe it’s all over.
I’m so glad that I went and had this experience. I left for California from NYC the Wednesday before the festival. The flight was fine except for the crazy turbulence over Nevada and when I say crazy I mean CRAZY. I thought we weren’t going to make it to Cali for a second 😅
EN-ROUTE
Besides the major turbulence, my flight was good. I kept hydrated by using a Moisturizing Mist and face masks. When traveling you really need to keep you skin hydrated throughout the flight. Drink lots of water and put on a hydrating mask. Who cares what you look like on the plane, it is how you look for your trip that matters!
ARRIVAL
Once I arrived in LA I headed to all the most IG worthy locations on Melrose including Alfred’s tea room. I picked out the ultimate IG worthy drink coconut matcha 😍 not only was it delicious, but it made for a fantastic photo opt! That night I stayed at the Crowne Plaza next to LAX for connivence. The facility was nice and the staff was friendly. Overall not bad for a night stay if you are in and out.
THE ROAD TRIP FOR LA TO PALM SPRINGS
Who says road trips are boring? I had the best time road tripping to Palm Springs. A trip that supposed to be 3hr turned into a 5hr trip since I had to headed down to salvation mountain that day. BTW there will be an entire post on salvation mountain and how sketchy it was, BUT for now, I’ll just say I got some amazing photos and it is definitely a must see location, but in a group I DO NOT recommend heading there on your own. Side note Palm Springs is absolutely STUNNING, just driving from the hotel to the festival was sheer beauty. While in Palm Springs I stayed at the most serene hotel called Korakia Pensione I highly recommend staying here with your S/O. It is so romantic and they have the best breakfast in town.
THE FESTIVAL
Coachella itself was AMAZING. I had so much fun putting on all of my outfit and doing up my makeup, adding tons of jewels and glitter to my skin oh and of course adding in a ponytail extension for fun! The days at the festival were hot and super crowded, but the lights were chilly. If you plan on spending the entire day there, getting a locker is a must. Get the priority parking pass! If you do not like to wait around do not bother with the shuttles. I am a true New Yorker and driving myself was a must, I do not have time to wait for shuttles!
I have a lot more to tell you guys about this trip so stay tuned for more exciting west coast details! If you plan on going to Coachella 2020 let me know in the comments I would love to give you so tips!