Santorini: Day 2

Santorini: Day 2

Travel

{ Kamari Beach, Santorini- heaven } Our first full day on the island and we couldn’t wait to get to the beach! We had some prior business to take care of before we swam in Mediterranean bliss. If you…

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A Teaspoonful of Productivity

A Teaspoonful of Productivity

Personal

Have you ever realized that whenever you are under the weather, your task list seems to creep up on you? While you’re lounging on the couch, snuggled up in a blanket and drinking tea, you have that sudden urge to…

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Let There Be Light

Let There Be Light

Interiors

I’ve been perusing Pinterest during my recovery; fortunately it doesn’t take much effort to pin. The one thing I love about Pinterest, besides all of the obvious answers, is that you really get to know yourself better. Since there is…

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Mother Ficus

Mother Ficus

Interiors

{ Collage created via photos from Pinterest } Our apartment is slowly coming together. I used to put so much emphasis on matching that it became stressful. Now, I purchase pieces that I love and makes us happy to be around…

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Shopping Delight

Shopping Delight

Travel

{ Turkish Sweets } The post you have all been anticipating, well at least I have… the Istanbul Shopping Files! As I mentioned before, here, I promised myself I would dedicate one entire day to shopping in the city. We…

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Hamam Style

Hamam Style

Travel

A must-do on our list was to visit a hamam: a Turkish bath. For those of you unfamiliar with the terminology, a hamam is similar to what we, in the Western hemisphere, might consider a sauna. We went to the…

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Lost and Found

Lost and Found

Travel

“For my part, I travel not to go anywhere, but to go. I travel for travel’s sake. The great affair is to move.” – Robert Louis Stevenson { Photo: Habitually Chic Blog } After twenty hours of travel, three connecting flights…

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Hittin’ The Road

Hittin’ The Road

Travel

{ Vintage Gucci Road Trip! Image Source: unknown } Two days and counting…. I am so excited for our trip this Sunday. There is no bigger thrill than a bustling airport, filled with people coming and going from all corners…

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Jan 16

In the thick of planning a trip for a client to Italy, I always get so excited to experience some of my favorite destinations, all over again, through their eyes. It also happens to be one of my favorite destinations for a solo trip; a surrender to the senses, to la bellezza in all its forms. The Italians just do it right. Mentally revisiting some of my favorite spots in this itinerary, including an idyllic stay in Porto Santo Stefano.

In the thick of planning a trip for a client to Italy, I always get so excited to experience some of my favorite destinations, all over again, through their eyes. It also happens to be one of my favorite destinations for a solo trip; a surrender to the senses, to la bellezza in all its forms. The Italians just do it right. Mentally revisiting some of my favorite spots in this itinerary, including an idyllic stay in Porto Santo Stefano. ...

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Jan 15

One of the more relaxing weekends I’ve had in a long time. A reminder that they shouldn’t be so sporadic and few in between. As I slowly ease into the new year, and in an effort to return to the joy of writing, there’s a new post on welcoming 2024 - how I’m planning on filling my cup this month, what I’m looking forward to and more simply put, a monthly check-in with myself and with all of you. x

One of the more relaxing weekends I’ve had in a long time. A reminder that they shouldn’t be so sporadic and few in between. As I slowly ease into the new year, and in an effort to return to the joy of writing, there’s a new post on welcoming 2024 - how I’m planning on filling my cup this month, what I’m looking forward to and more simply put, a monthly check-in with myself and with all of you. x ...

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Jan 9

I’ve been holding on to our wedding photos like a secret note in my pocket I just wasn’t ready to share quite yet. I wanted to hold on to the feeling a bit longer, before the moment felt fleeting.

After endless months of planning, weekly budgeting and saving, all the stress, our wedding day was a beautiful coming together of cultures, traditions and worlds. We were showered with love from near and far and we never lost sight of what this day was truly about – celebrating our unexpected love story. A story we will continue to celebrate.

Sharing with you today a small and intimate look at one of the happiest moments of our life together. I really do feel so very lucky to call this man my husband.

Thank you to @nicolettazarifi for capturing our special day on film and to @feelyourfilms for bringing them to life in a video we’ll cherish forever.

Wedding posts live on www.nomadluxuries.com x

I’ve been holding on to our wedding photos like a secret note in my pocket I just wasn’t ready to share quite yet. I wanted to hold on to the feeling a bit longer, before the moment felt fleeting.

After endless months of planning, weekly budgeting and saving, all the stress, our wedding day was a beautiful coming together of cultures, traditions and worlds. We were showered with love from near and far and we never lost sight of what this day was truly about – celebrating our unexpected love story. A story we will continue to celebrate.

Sharing with you today a small and intimate look at one of the happiest moments of our life together. I really do feel so very lucky to call this man my husband.

Thank you to @nicolettazarifi for capturing our special day on film and to @feelyourfilms for bringing them to life in a video we’ll cherish forever.

Wedding posts live on www.nomadluxuries.com x ...

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Sep 21

I spent the last week back in Chicago after two long years and while I crammed in way too much in 10 short days, I left feeling recharged and at peace...

I got to spend time with my mom and stepdad, even though it's always too short and too fast; rented my apartment to a lovely couple; saw friends I haven't seen in years and hit up most of my favorite spots including eating an excessive amount of Chipotle. Chicago weather behaved for us and even put on a fabulous Fall show, my favorite time of year.

And while I know the reasons why I chose to leave Chicago, it doesn't mean that it's not still a very important part of my life and of who I am. It seems, sometimes you need to leave home to truly find yourself. I was able to share all these amazing moments, in my (other) city, in our other home, with my husband, family and friends. I know how blessed I am and I never take this life I've built for granted.

A small ode to my other city, sweet home Chicago!

I spent the last week back in Chicago after two long years and while I crammed in way too much in 10 short days, I left feeling recharged and at peace...

I got to spend time with my mom and stepdad, even though it`s always too short and too fast; rented my apartment to a lovely couple; saw friends I haven`t seen in years and hit up most of my favorite spots including eating an excessive amount of Chipotle. Chicago weather behaved for us and even put on a fabulous Fall show, my favorite time of year.

And while I know the reasons why I chose to leave Chicago, it doesn`t mean that it`s not still a very important part of my life and of who I am. It seems, sometimes you need to leave home to truly find yourself. I was able to share all these amazing moments, in my (other) city, in our other home, with my husband, family and friends. I know how blessed I am and I never take this life I`ve built for granted.

A small ode to my other city, sweet home Chicago! ...

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Jul 10

Actual footage of me on ☁️ nine. Post-marital bliss in full effect
#nomadluxuries

Actual footage of me on ☁️ nine. Post-marital bliss in full effect
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Jun 9

Proud to have been able to pen this piece for @hello_going as @airserbia rolls out their first direct flights between Serbia's capital city of Belgrade and the "Windy City" - and my hometown of Chicago -after a 30-year hiatus.

While this article is meant to act as a comprehensive guide to flying Air Serbia; it is also a nod to Air Serbia’s long history and authentic culture and cuisine making it an affordable and competitive option when looking to hop the pond.

Proud to have been able to pen this piece for @hello_going as @airserbia rolls out their first direct flights between Serbia`s capital city of Belgrade and the "Windy City" - and my hometown of Chicago -after a 30-year hiatus.

While this article is meant to act as a comprehensive guide to flying Air Serbia; it is also a nod to Air Serbia’s long history and authentic culture and cuisine making it an affordable and competitive option when looking to hop the pond. ...

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May 4

Finally got around to writing the first - of many - posts on Morocco while taking gardening tips from the beautiful Le Jardin Secret - a lush, green oasis in the heart of the medina in Marrakech. #mangogirls

Finally got around to writing the first - of many - posts on Morocco while taking gardening tips from the beautiful Le Jardin Secret - a lush, green oasis in the heart of the medina in Marrakech. #mangogirls ...

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