When Julie and I were on the west coast of Bali, we stayed at the Jamahal Private Resort & Spa. This is one of my favorite places I have ever stayed, so I definitely wanted to let you guys know about them. The rooms were beautiful and luxurious, the resort was secluded and private, and the […]
On the fourth day of our adventure exploring Bali, Julie and I made our way to Jimbaran Bay, near Denpasar, located on the west coast of Bali. This is a great area on the island, so I wanted to share some of our favorite things we did here in case you ever find yourself in Bali, or are […]
After our first few days on the coast, Julie and I made our way deep into the topical forests of Bali, to an elephant sanctuary in Ubud. This was such an amazing and unique experience. I will never forget our time here. For two days we got to feed, bathe, and interact with these incredibly smart, […]
When I started telling friends, family, and fellow travelers that I was headed to Australia, especially Western Australia, many of them asked if I was planning on going to Bali afterwards. “Hands down, Bali is my FAVORITE place I’ve ever been!!” they all said emphatically. And, “It’s a super short flight from Perth!” I heard it […]
Australia is a beautiful country, and they have some incredible food! Check out My Favorite Australian Food and where you can find it! The Best Australian Food After an amazing week exploring the secluded beaches and undisturbed outback of Western Australia, I had a few days to spend in the lively, bustling city of Perth, […]
Are you in need of a girls’ night? How about a luxurious girls’ weekend! Check out the awesome time I had with my girlfriends at the Four Seasons in Las Vegas and start planning your own ladies trip with your best friends! Top Row: Lauren, Shawn, Shelly and ME. Bottom Row: Kristan, Angie, Stephanie and Jenny. The […]
Good morning from Australia! :) I started my third day in Western Australia on a secluded beach with a fluffy stack of blueberry pancakes. We had a big day ahead of us! If you missed my first post from Australia, be sure to check it out here.
We had the time of our lives Exploring the Outback of Western Australia this summer! Take a look at some of the breathtaking views we experienced! The Outback of Western Australia Greetings from Australia!! :) I just returned home from 4 weeks in the Southern Hemisphere. This summer I spent 2 weeks in Australia and 2 […]
The final stop on our French Riviera tour was the resort town of Cannes. The Promenade de la Croisette in Cannes curves along the coast and is lined with sandy beaches, upscale boutiques, and luxury hotels. Cannes is know for glamour, celebrities, and its world-famous Cannes Film Festival, attracting celebrities from all over the world, held […]
Last week I talked about my favorite place we stayed in Saint Tropez, now I want to show you the amazing beaches!
Saint Tropez is a quiet coastal town on the French Riviera, known for its exclusive beaches and vibrant nightlife. When I imagined Saint Tropez before our trip, the two things that came to mind first were celebrities and luxury. Saint Tropez (pronounced San Troh-pay, rhymes with San Jose) was very different from anywhere else we […]
Nice, France is the capital of the French Riviera, the 5th largest city in France, and home to the third largest airport in France (after the two in Paris). So when Sommer and I were planning our French Riviera trip, I knew we wanted to spend some time here. If you missed our first post […]
After two fun-filled days in Monte Carlo, Sommer and I got up bright and early to make our way to the next stop on our French Riviera tour.
Going to Monte Carlo? Use this guide to help plan your itinerary so you don’t miss any of the best things to do in the Capital of Monaco. Where is Monaco? Monaco is a small country on the Mediterranean Sea near the border of France and Italy. About Monte Carlo Monte Carlo is the perfect […]
After Kevin and I spent a week biking through the French countryside, my sweet friend Sommer met me in France for a fun girls week on the French Riviera! I hopped on a quick flight from southern France to the Nice Cöte d’Azur airport to meet her there.
A few weeks ago Kevin and I spent a week biking through the warm and sunny south of France. I shared part one of our trip last week. Be sure to check it out for more photos of the breathtaking French countryside! :) On our third day biking through picturesque villages and sprawling wheat fields, […]
Last month Kevin and I had the opportunity to spend a week biking around the south of France with Discover France, an award-winning tour operator specializing in self-guided bicycle tours to France for over 20 years. From June 22-26 we biked around the Midi-Pyrénées, where some of the most beautiful villages in all of France are located. […]
New recipe on Kevin & Amanda Recipes today! :) Happy Summer!! This easy homemade ice cream is one of our most popular recipes of all time. I’m bringing it back today to celebrate National Ice Cream Month! It really is the easiest homemade ice cream ever. No cooking, no eggs, no churning, no machine needed. […]
If you’re hosting a Fourth of July party or just taking a dish to a friend’s, here are 11 tried-and-true recipes that will not let you down this holiday weekend. Throw the ultimate Fourth of July party with this foolproof menu! :) 1. Perfect Pulled Pork What Fourth of July celebration is complete with out […]
In honor of the Fourth of July, here are three ways to perfectly capture the magic of fireworks — with your DSLR, Point & Shoot, or iPhone! Fireworks shows don’t last long, so make sure you’re prepared with the perfect settings for fireworks photos in any situation. DSLR Here are my go-to settings for […]