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Diaries from Baja’s latest design hotel salara_mx located in El Pescadero, just 15 minutes from Todos Santos 🇲🇽 Would you stay here? 🤩 #elpescadero #todossantosbcs #designhotels #boutiquehotels #mexicohotels 2025-08-23 01:07:07 Diaries from B.. 173 -83% 17 -67%
New spot in Todos Santos to add to your hotel bucketlist. salara_mx is a thoughtfully designed group of residences in El Pescadero, just 15 minutes from downtown Todos Santos…and the vibes are a 10/10 2025-08-08 02:17:03 New spot in Todos Santo.. 283 -73% 25 -51%
This one is for the sunset lovers 🌅 Add vagarestaurant to your list for a beautiful oceanfront date night this summer. This rooftop spot is located at the alilamareabeachresort in Encinitas in North County San Diego. Our favorite things on the menu: The halibut, hearth fired sweet potato side and the chocolate bomb for dessert 🤤 and make sure to stick around for sunset and grab one of the firepits at the bar. 2025-07-05 23:48:44 This one is for the.. 182 -83% 23 -55%
Meet my new neighbor alilamareabeachresort 😍 Maybe it’s because we just moved and I’m in total nesting mode, but I literally don’t want to be more than 10 minutes from the house right now. The thought of taking a 10 hour flight to an overcrowded summer destination is sending me 😵‍💫 This staycation was absolutely perfect. Mornings in the sauna, easily accessible beach walks, sunset dinners, and spa time. Truly all a gal needs right now 🙏🏻 2025-07-03 22:02:11 Me.. 217 -79% 28 -45%
Best package deal ever 🥹 Also…14 year old dogs live forever right? #dogmom #doglover #dogreels #soulmates 2025-06-23 22:49:48 Best package deal ev.. 200 -81% 22 -57%
🇵🇹 Here’s your cheat sheet to the best beaches in Algarve, Portugal 👇🏻 (+ make sure to save this post for later planning)! ☀️ Praia do Castelo: Here you can find one of the best beach clubs in the Algarve, and it’s a good spot to post up all day with plentiful chairs and umbrellas and facilities. ☀️ Praia do Vale de Centeanes: One of the more picturesque beaches in the Algarve, this one feels like a hidden gem and is best enjoyed at lower tides. Enjoy an awesome seafood dinner at sunset next door at O Stop. ☀️ Praia da Salema: For a more off-the-beaten path feel, head to the fishing village of Salema for a long stretch of sand with plenty of space to spread out. ☀️ Praia da Marinha: One of the most iconic beaches in the Algarve, this one can be viewed from above along the Seven Hanging Valleys trail. ☀️ Praia do Camilo: Stunning but tiny, Camilo is one of the most popular beaches on the Algarve Coast and gets PACKED, so I’d recommend visiting on a weekday or earlier in the morning. ☀️ Praia do Carvalho: This beach is along the Seven Hanging Valleys trail and is accessed through a stone tunnel. It’s a fun one with rock formations you can stroll along as well as caves to explore. ☀️ Praia de São Rafael: If you’re looking for a good family friendly beach with a restaurant directly on the sand, this is the one for you. It has plenty of facilities and easy parking for a long beach day. ☀️ Benagil Beach: One of the best places from which to access the Benagil Cave, this cozy stretch of sand is also great to post up at, though there are tour groups moving in and out of the water pretty regularly here, so keep that in mind. ☀️ Praia de Carvoeiro: Located right at the tip of the town of Carvoeiro, this is an adorable seaside town to explore followed by a relaxing day at the beach with plenty of restaurants and shops to explore. ☀️ Praia de Falésia: This was once voted the best beach in Europe—it’s one of the longest beaches in Algarve with tons of space to spread out and admire the unique orange and white rocky cliffs that jut up against the sand. Which one would you visit first? 🤩 2025-06-17 23:44:21 .. 2,016 +92% 46 -9%
If you’ve been dreaming up a trip to Namibia, make sure to save this one! 🌞 I’ve been putting a LOT of love into writing guides the last few months for the site and we now have 6 guides live on Livelikeitstheweekend.com to help you plan your trip, from luxury lodge reviews and guides to Kolmanskop and Sossusvlei to my complete 10-day itinerary 🙌🏻 Namibia can be a little more challenging to plan than other destinations, so I’ve included alll my tips to help make planning a breeze. Love you guys! Namibia is a dream, you’ll love it 🧡 2025-06-13 01:33:56 If yo.. 447 -57% 30 -41%
So excited to help one of you unlock your dream summer ☀️ Here’s how you can win $5,000 with retailmenot and expedia’s Roam or Home Giveaway to fund your dream trip or staycation. #RetailMeNotPartner Roam or Home Giveaway Details: • One winner will receive $5,000 for an epic summer adventure • Winner can choose from two package options: The Roam Package or the Home Package • The Roam Package includes: $2,500 to travel anywhere plus $2,500 in spending money on anything from luggage to bucket list experiences • The Home Package includes: $2,500 to spend on a fun staycation, with $2,500 in extra spending money to fund your dream summer at home To Enter: Visit RetailMeNot.com/SummerChecklist to apply anytime from now through June 19th. I’m so curious, what would you guys do with the 💰 if you won? 2025-06-10 23:42:46 So e.. 109 -90% 15 -70%
🏡 NEW HOME REVEAL! 🌿 For over a year now there’s been a quiet whisper nudging me towards something different, somewhere different, and I can’t believe after 13 years in LA and now 3 months of nomad life that we’re finally in our new home 🤍 I’ve lived in LA since my mid-twenties, since I was broke, perpetually single, in a job I didn’t love and living for my weekends. Los Angeles has seen me through the most formative years of my life—meeting lifelong friends, losing two parents, living in my first solo gal apartment, starting my own business, navigating the pandemic, and meeting my husband. It will always be a place that feels like home 🫀, but for a while I’ve known my soul was calling for something different. A slowing down. A deeper integration with nature. An infusion of fresh energy that sometimes only a radical shift can initiate. On Sunday we moved into our new home in Encinitas (North County San Diego for those that aren’t familiar) and it’s everything my soul has been seeking. It’s still a little scary and intimidating thinking about building an entirely new community and re-finding new favorite restaurants, workouts, doctors, etc., but mostly I just feel excited to begin a new chapter that feels most aligned with where I’m at in my life. At some point when the boxes and mess have dissipated, I’ll share more from the inside of the house, but the biggest things on my vision board for this house were: 🤍 Outdoor space! Our last home only had balconies, and this new place has the most zen front and back yard. Our windows and doors are constantly open and it’s the best feeling ever!! 🤍 Seeing green out our windows 🌿🌿🌿 🤍 Natural light 🤍 Close to nature—we’re a 5 minute drive to the beach! So ready for the San Diego chapter to begin 🙏🏻 2025-06-04 01:05:24 .. 972 -7% 165 +225%
Real talk: the number of airport lounge meals I’ve eaten against my will because they were “free” 🤢 What would you add to this list? #travelpropaganda #reeltrends #travelreels 2025-05-22 22:25:51 Real talk: the n.. 204 -81% 38 -25%
Scenes from one of my all time favorite European cities ✨ Updated LISBON guide is up on the blog 🥰 Comment “Lisbon Guide” and I’ll dm you the link to the free guide with tons of hotel and food recs and the best things to do for first time visitors xx —— #lisbonportugal #lisbonlovers #lisbonphotography #visitportugal #lisbontraveltips 2025-05-22 01:41:54 Scenes fro.. 886 -15% 83 +63%
Happy Friday friends ✌🏻 clubbing days have been replaced by ocean sunsets indefinitely 🤍 masolastodossantos ✨✨ #todossantosbcs #pescaderobeach #kimptonhotel #masolas #mexicohotels 2025-05-17 00:07:31 Happy Friday .. 279 -73% 18 -65%
Locations from the video below ⬇️ (make sure to save this for your future trip to Antigua, Guatemala) 🥰 Parque Central de Antigua Arco de Santa Catalina Starbucks Antigua Altamira hand sculpture Iglesia de la Merced Cafe Condesa Luna Zorro Studio Cafe Sol El Comalote Good Hotel Los Tres Tiempos 12 Onzas Cafe Sky Nim P’ot Alegria Cafe Antigua Cerveza El Bosque San Juan de Dios Convent Is Antigua on your bucket list? #antiguaguatemala #guatemala #centralamerica #visitguatemala #antiguathingstodo 2025-05-14 00:18:28 Locations from t.. 571 -45% 44 -13%
Everyone’s talking about wildflower season, but it’s also WATERFALL season here in California 🤩 Here are 21 waterfalls in CA to add to your bucket list this spring: NORTHERN & CENTRAL CALIFORNIA: • Hedge Creek Falls • Burney Falls • McCloud Falls • Potem Falls • Faery Falls • Whiskeytown Falls • Feather Falls YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK: • Vernal Falls • Bridalveil Falls • Yosemite Falls • Nevada Fall • Ribbon Fall • Tenaya Canyon Falls CENTRAL & SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA: • McWay Falls • Salmon Creek Falls • Paradise Falls EASTERN SIERRA & DESERT: • Tahquitz Falls • Rainbow Falls • Lundy Canyon Falls • Whitney Portal Falls • Darwin Falls #californiawaterfalls #californiaspring #visitcalifornia #waterfall 2025-05-10 22:28:22 .. 187 -82% 29 -43%
🇰🇷 10 PLACES TO VISIT IN BUSAN, SOUTH KOREA (Save this post for later 🌟) 1. Gamcheon Culture Village
Once a modest mountainside community built by Korean War refugees, Gamcheon has been transformed into a cultural hub filled with colorful homes, and and winding alleyways. Pro tip: Head to the Avante Garde cafe for the best panoramic views of the village.  2. Haeundae Blueline Park
This scenic coastal train ride offers dreamy views of the ocean, cliffs, and shoreline—ideal for sunset! 3. Haeundae Beach
Arguably Korea’s most famous beach, Haeundae is a juxtaposition of soft sand, skyscraper views, and fun summer vibes in the warmer months. Head to the Dongbaekseom Island coastal trail where you can get a great vantage point.  4. Oryukdo Islets
These jagged sea stacks off Busan’s southern coast are a natural marvel. Depending on the tides, you can either view five or six islands on any given day.  5. Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
A rare seaside Buddhist temple built directly on ocean cliffs. Definitely come here early in the day for the most peaceful atmosphere.  6. Simmian Cafe
This tucked away cafe features a Japanese inspired menu and super zen architecture. For matcha lovers, this one is a must and is just a stone’s throw from the ocean.  7. Dongbaekseom Island
A peaceful nature trail near Haeundae lined with camellia trees, lighthouses, and views of Gwangan Bridge—perfect for a golden hour stroll. 8. Arte Museum
On a gloomy day, this is a perfect afternoon adventure where immersive light, sound, and art projections transform every room into a surreal sensory experience. 9. Samgwangsa Temple
Famous for its dazzling lantern festival, this massive hillside temple is a peaceful spot year-round—and lights up with lantern magic during celebrations. 10. Seokbulsa Temple
A hidden gem carved into a mountainside, Seokbulsa rewards visitors after a quick 20 minute hike with towering stone Buddha reliefs and epic views over Busan on a clear day. This one is a bit off-the-beaten path but SO worth the extra effort to get to. It was one of my favorite places in Busan! 2025-05-08 23:29:32 .. 10,300 +883% 92 +81%
A little loving reminder: do something kind for someone today. You never know how a small gesture might impact someone’s day in a big or small way 💛 And to the couple whose photos I took, I really hope you loved one of the million zoomed in / zoomed out / horizontal / vertical shots I took 🙏🏻😂 2025-05-07 21:23:04 A little lo.. 301 -71% 27 -47%
Algarve, Portugal summer loading 🌞 Grab my cheat sheet below for where to stay and the best things to do in the Algarve this summer 🔽 The Algarve is definitely the place to be for the most laidback summer in Europe vibes 🙌🏻 🛌 Best Towns to Stay in the Algarve: • Carvoeiro (my favorite) • Lagos if you want to be central and in the thick of it • Salema for a more quiet off the beaten path feel • Albufeira if you’re looking for party vibes • Aljezur in West Algarve for off-the-beaten-path and surfing • Other towns to consider: Tavira, Olhão 🏖️ Prettiest Beaches: • Praia do Camilo • Praia do Carvoeiro • Praia do Castelo • Praia da Salema • Praia da Marinha • Praia da Falésia (voted the “best beach in the world”) • Praia de Vale Centeanes • Praia Arrifana (West Algarve) ☀️ Things to Do: • Seven Hanging Valleys Hike • Castelo Beach Club • Benagil Cave • Ponte de Piedade for sunset • Ria Formosa Natural Park • Take surf lessons in West Algarve • Book a seaside dinner at O Stop • Go wine tasting at Morgado do Quintão • Explore nightlife in Lagos and Albufeira • Walk to the lighthouse at Cabo de São Vicente (Europe’s Southernmost point) Is Algarve, Portugal on your summer travel itinerary? 😍 — #summereurope #portugalsummer #algarvecoast #algarvebeach #algarveportugal #visitportugal #europedestinations 2025-05-02 22:37:29 .. 1,284 +23% 64 +26%
Comment “Itinerary” and i’ll send you my FREE Namibia guide including detailed tips for planning your trip, a day by day itinerary, and more info on all these epic experiences 🙌🏻 Namibia is such a once-in-a-lifetime trip, it should absolutely be on your bucket list for 2025 😍 #namibiaitinerary #africatravel #visitnamibia #namibia🇳🇦 #traveltips 2025-04-30 21:52:26 Comm.. 1,082 +3% 223 +339%
In a world where we love to overcomplicate wellness, mental health and ALL the things, sometimes the simple solution is just slowing down and spending time in the OG cure-all: Nature. This was my 4th time staying with postcardcabins, but my first time at their Skagit Valley location in Washington, just a 2 hour drive from Seattle, and it’s always the perfect reminder to be present and have gratitude for the simplicity and stillness of Mother Earth. #postcardcabinspartner Have you stayed with Postcard Cabins? — Weekend getaway ideas | tiny cabins | Skagit Valley Washington | glamping | 2025-04-28 21:54:09 In a world where we l.. 136 -87% 28 -45%
Moving postcards from the best city in Central America 🥰 🇬🇹 Antigua, Guatemala is such a gem! Is this city on your bucket list? Make sure to follow along at livelikeitsthewknd for more upcoming Guatemala travel tips and inspiration. #antiguaguatemala🇬🇹 #guate #visitguatemala #antiguaguatemala #guatemalatravel 2025-04-26 00:38:18 Moving pos.. 2,601 +148% 55 +8%
Cafe culture in Antigua, Guatemala 😮‍💨 Here are 7 favorites to check out on your next trip — save this post if you’re planning a trip to Guatemala in the future! And don’t miss the banana french toast from Cafe Sol…it was one of the best I’ve ever had 🤤 Best Cafes in Antigua: 1. alegria.antigua 2. 12onzas 3. Cafe Sol 4. fat_cat_coffee_house 5. starbucks 6. cafecondesaantigua 7. artistadecafe 2025-04-23 23:01:00 Cafe.. 400 -62% 37 -27%
BEST THINGS TO DO IN LAKE ATITLAN 🤍 There are so many awesome things to do in this part of Guatemala, but these were a few of our favorites! Make sure to save this reel if you’re planning a trip to Guatemala in the future 🇬🇹 #lakeatitlanguatemala #guatemalathingstodo #guatemalatravel #visitguate 2025-04-22 00:28:07 BEST THINGS TO.. 511 -51% 37 -27%
🇬🇹 ANTIGUA, GUATEMALA MINI GUIDE 🔽 (Make sure to save this for later planning)! 🌟 BEST THINGS TO DO • Explore on foot —the town is super walkable and one of the best things to do is stumble into random shops and cafes • Visit the famous Arco de Santa Catalina • Explore the local cathedrals and ruins. Some favorites are: Ruinas de Santa Clara and Iglesia de La Merced • Try Guatemalan coffee —there are SO many amazing cafes in Antigua, and Guatemala is known for its coffee. More on that below! • Do a volcano hike. Pacaya can be done in a day trip from Antigua or you can book the more strenuous Acatenango volcano hike which is typically an overnight experience. • Visit Hobbitenango - A quirky themed park for Lord of the Rings lovers. • Altamira - another unique themed park near Hobbitenango where you can take unique photos, ride a cycle on a wire and eat with volcano views • Watch sunset from a rooftop cafe. Cafe Sky has a particularly good view of the volcano! • Hike to the top of Cerro de la Cruz for city views 🌟 WHERE TO STAY • Luxury: Villa Bokeh • Affordable: Good Hotel 🌟 WHERE TO SHOP • Luna Zorro Studio - For amazing textiles and goods all made in Guatemala • La Tienda de Dona Gavi • Los Colores de la Tierra • Nim Pot • Harmony 🌟 WHERE TO EAT + DRINK • Cafe Sky for best rooftop views • Tartines - French food with a patio overlooking the ruins • Wild Daughter - They do limited pop-ups per month • Antigua Cerverza El Bosque beer garden • El Comalote - The freshest homemade tortillas • Cafe No Se - Amazing mezcal dive bar • La Cuevita de Los Urquizu • Por Que No? Cafe - Amazing hole in the wall spot and one of our favorite meals in Guatemala! • Alegria Cafe - They have amazing breakfast burritos 🌟 BEST CAFES • Cafe Sol - Make sure to go to the upstairs patio • Artista de Cafe • Starbucks (yes, I’m serious). Their courtyard is insanely beautiful. • Fat Cat Coffee House • 12 Onzas • Alegria Cafe • Cafe Condesa Have you been to Antigua yet? 😍😍 2025-04-18 23:52:53 .. 2,510 +140% 70 +38%
Wasn’t it always the small moments of joy that add up to the big things? 🤍 Love this trend so much 🥹 Location: the most peaceful place in Bacalar, Mexico habitasbacalar our_habitas 2025-04-17 22:19:27 Wasn’t it always .. 190 -82% 32 -37%
Save this hidden temple in Busan, South Korea for your next trip 🇰🇷 Tips for visiting below! 📍Seokbulsa Temple When I was putting together this Busan itinerary, I kept seeing the same temples over and over but very few people were talking about this one! Yes, it’s a little off-the-beaten path but it’s one of the most unique temples I’ve ever visited and it was so different than anything else we saw in South Korea with its stunning cave features and cliff carvings. Plus on a clear day you can get skyline views of Busan from right inside the temple. If you’re looking for the most peaceful temple in Busan, this is it 🤩 ABOUT SEOKBULSA TEMPLE: • This is a Buddhist temple featuring rock carvings, some about 40 feet high! • Visitors can explore 29 total Buddhist carvings here • The temple was built by a Buddhist monk in the 1930s • Make sure to walk up the staircase at the back to get an incredible view of the Busan skyline on a clear day 🙌🏻 • The name translates to “stone Buddha temple” HOW TO VISIT SEOKBULSA: • The best and fastest way is by car (we booked a private tour guide for the day and requested to come here, which we discovered is rare for tourists). • If taking the subway, the closest stop is the Mandeok station but it’s a trek from there (about an hour). • I haven’t done this route, but I’ve heard it’s also possible to get there via Oncheonjang station then taking the Geumgang cable car up Geumjeong mountain and then hiking the final stretch. • Once you arrive at the parking lot, it’s about a 25 minute walk/hike uphill to reach the temple. WHEN TO VISIT: • I think morning is best for nice light, but no matter the time of day it won’t be too crowded as it’s harder to get to. We saw maybe 3 other people the whole hour we were there. Have you heard of this gorgeous temple in Busan? 😍 2025-04-15 23:32:38 .. 146 -86% 22 -57%

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