Bonjour!

I was treated to a romantic weekend in Paris courtesy of my adventurous husband. It was my first time in the city of lights. I never studied French in school, I am not a fan of Foie gras and was apprehensive of the notorious rude French reputation. Well, all my pre-concieved notions were false. The French were kind, minus one angry cab driver. The food was superb. My below average accent on Merci and Bonjour received warm smiles.

I am happy to share my favorite Paris discoveries with photos to compliment the moments. My advice is go to Paris, tomorrow! Eat a lot of cheese, macaroons, fresh bread. Drink a glass of wine, order the best French Champagne. Stroll hand in hand with your love, window shop. Practice your French, visit the Mona Lisa, Eiffel tower & Notre Dam. 

Most importantly live like the French, minus the cigarettes.

Linger longer at dinner

Kiss your love in public 

Talk for hours at lunch, while using your hands 

Enjoy your cafe latte rather than inhaling it 

Dress like a lady

Eat dessert first

Appreciate culture & the arts

Ride bicycles in Chanel

At the Louvre. Wore my Chanel necklace, sweater, glasses w Ash sneakers & leggings because of so much walking!

Eiffel Tower at night so romantic

Strolling. I have always wanted a Burberry trench coat, I felt so glamourous, every woman should own a trench coat.

The Queen Mona Lisa in the flesh! Inside view of the Louvre, gorgeous.

Woke up to this view from hotel balcony

Best Macaron in the world at laduree- Caramel is my flavor of choice.

On my way to see the Eiffel tower during the day!

My Paris Splurges- Royal blue Chanel classic & Barbara Bui python high tops!

Night out at the most romantic restaurant of my life Le Cinq

Famous love lock bridge & a street view of Paris

Cupid's Vacation

February is the international month of love! For me it's two holidays, Valentines day & my anniversary. In honor of Cupid's love month, I am sharing with you my romance travel guide. Though posting it in April, I am a bit late!
My husband & I wanted our first anniversary to be very special. Our honeymoon in the Maldives was heaven, but the travel was hell. We searched from Antigua, Bermuda to Playa del Carmen. I looked to my trusted site, Tripadvisor where I discovered glowing reviews on St Regis Punta Mita Resort. We booked 6 days away from freezing NYC & headed to paradise. 
The hotel rolled out the red carpet treatment for us the entire time. From our outgoing butler Luiz, to Xavier at the pool who had a smile and margaritas ready at all times. We had a private anniversary dinner set up on the beach, which was spectacular. We laid by the pool, walked on the beach, paddle boarded, went to the spa & took a mojito making class. The service at this hotel was amazing, the atmosphere was quiet and laid back. In a 5 star resort there were no attitudes or loud obnoxious guests or lack of privacy. Our suite was enormous with a balcony & sexy outdoor shower. If you are looking for a resort to unwind, fall in love again, be pampered & feel relaxed in flip-flops, this is it.

Below I posted personal photos from our vacation, enjoy!

"A vacation is like love - anticipated with pleasure, experienced with discomfort, and remembered with nostalgia."

Love,
Kaki

 Last night in Mexico dress from Celebboutique.com

1 year Anniversary custom dress made by amazing Michael Costello

Beach view & golf course, I fell in love with these love -birds Palm trees!

Our Romantic Anniversary table !

Our Anniversary romantic dinner set up by the hotel!

View from our room

Bathroom I-phone pic right after we landed

My view from the pool

My hubby & I walking towards our Anniversary beach romantic dinner

The beautiful St Regis Punta Mita hotel