I spent the past two weekends taking mini trips to visit people I love. First, a quick trip to Seattle with a group of sorority sisters and second, a drive up to San Francisco to visit my sister, and they were both absolutely gorgeous!
While I haven’t had much time to read or paint my nails, they still find a way to make their way into my travel adventures.
Seattle
Julep beauties on my way to SeattleWall of Julep Polishes at the Downtown Seattle Julep ParlorBook stacks outside of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation
San Francisco
Beautiful book from San Fran-based publishing company, Chronicle BooksGorgeous day by the Golden Gate BridgeLocal San Francisco restaurant, Kitchen Story, brings the bill on a book
Have you gone anywhere exciting yet this year? Happy Reading!
Not many people can say their company takes everyone on a weekend holiday getaway every year. I feel lucky enough to say that we can as a part of the Konnect PR family! This year, our fearless leaders took us wine tasting in Temecula, complete with horseback riding, wonderful food and a sunrise hot air balloon ride.
After I toss everything in my suitcase, my final task when packing is always picking my nail color and book to bring with me on the trip. This might be just me, but I place way too much importance on my nail polish when I go on trips, because it really helps set the vibe of my outfits. The mani needs to be subdued enough for day activities, but turn on the fun at parties and nights out.
Gorgeous views
With the holidays as my inspiration, I grabbed EssieΒ Blanc and Nails Inc. Buckingham Square for a clean, yet festive look. And I brought John Green’s Paper Towns along to keep me company. From yummy lunches to winery tours, I had my book in tow (although I didn’t get TOO much reading done! ).
Flat-bread + Wine Tasting
We had a couple of incredible activities planned, aside from the delicious wine tastings and tours! First up, horseback riding! Meet my new bestie, Squirrel.
My new bud Squirrel
And the grand finale of the trip: sunrise hot air balloon ride!
Up, up & away over the wineries of Temecula!
This incredible ride was one of the most exciting moments of my 20-some year life! The views were outstanding, and the weather was perfection! Pictures truly don’t do it justice.
Views from the top!
What are your weekend getaway essentials? Happy Reading!