Sometimes spontaneous decisions result in the best outcomes. Our Tokyo to Mount Fuji day trip was no exception! We weren’t sure if we’d get crystal-clear skies, however, life is too short. It’s better to take your chances instead of being left to wonder “what if?” An Idea As Alex and I sought shelter from the…
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The Ritz-Carlton Charity Dinner
Read moreThe Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain serves Tucson through their Community Footprints Program. This year, newly-appointed executive chef Emily Dillport and the Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain hosted the Breast Cancer Charity Wine Dinner. Without a doubt, Dillport plans to make the elevated six-course dinner a new annual event. In the past, the resort has supported the American Cancer…
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Botanist Bar and Cocktail Lab
Read moreImagine a cocktail that leaves you intrigued, captivated and engaged. While visiting Vancouver, discover Botanist at the Fairmont Pacific Rim. Inside, you will encounter Botanist Bar and Cocktail Lab’s whimsical menu and chemist-like libations. When sitting at the bar, you have a high chance of meeting one of their charismatic bartenders, Max Curzon-Price. Curzon-Price…
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The Phoenician: a Luxury Collection Resort
Read moreSponsored: Thank you to The Phoenician: A Luxury Collection Resort for sponsoring my weekend stay! For my 30th birthday celebration I partnered up with the Phoenician: a Luxury Collection Resort to experience their newly-refreshed property, opulent spa and various eateries. Since I had just returned from exploring Maui, a full staycation was exactly what I…
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The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel: RAYA
Read moreRAYA, one of six eateries at the Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel, offers a locally-sourced restaurant menu influenced by Pan-Latin cuisine. The ambiance makes it impossible to not fall in love with this AAA Five-Diamond Resort: the sound of the ocean’s waves, the salt-scented breeze and panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean from the 150-foot seaside bluff.…
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The Phoenician: A Culinary Experience
Read moreQuality is consistent among the eateries at The Phoenician: A Luxury Resort. From the crafted cocktails at The Phoenician Tavern to the 8oz filet at Jean-Georges Vongerichten concept, I was never disappointed with the food at the AAA Five-Diamond resort! Below, I listed my top recommendations and provided additional insight on each restaurant J&G Steakhouse…
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The Phoenician Spa
Read moreSponsored: Thank you to The Phoenician: A Luxury Collection Resort for sponsoring my spa experience. When you overlook the view from The Phoenician: A Luxury Collection Resort, you’re granted a beautiful scene of greenery, pools, mountains and in the center– The Phoenician Spa. The Phoenician Spa is a rejuvenation sanctuary, where you rise magnificently and…
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20 Lessons from my 20s
Read moreI remember exactly how I felt when I turned 20: I felt free, bold and expressive. I was eager to explore the world beyond what I had seen. I knew it would be a time where I would learn and develop the most as a person because of the transition from college to career. One…
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Five Reasons Why I Love to #FlyTucson
Read moreIn case you missed the Five Reasons Why I Love to #FlyTucson on my stories, I wanted to take a moment to share those talking points on the blog. For the latest updates on Happily Pink, make sure you’re following me on Instagram! 1. No Hassle! It is a seamless experience to get to the…
