How to do a Tropical Staycation in the Backyard

*This post contains affiliate links. Clicking does not obligate you to purchase.   As we know, traveling and life are not much fun these days. With all the restrictions and closures, how is one supposed to put on a happy face?! It's tough, so we make lemons out of lemonade and make the best of it. We had plans to travel to Hawaii this summer.  If you've been around here awhile; ya know I looove warm tropical getaways! Since we can't jet off right now; I decided to bring the tropics to my backyard. It totally picked up my spirtis and inspired me to make plans for the islands later.  I hope this post will inspire you as well. Whatever you can do to make yourself and others happy, will go a long way. HOW TO DO A TROPIC STAYCATION IN THE BACKYARD Buy Decor at Dollar Tree Dollar Tree offers an amazing assortment of tropcial decor, to create your island getaway. For 20.00 or under, you 'll be in an "aloha state of mind"  before you know it!  You can enjoy a backyar...

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Tommy Hilfiger: Stylish Summer Looks to Copy Now

Summer clothes that are both stylish and comfortable, can be hard to find.  If you live in the Northwest or Canda, summer days are warm and the nights are cool.  I have you covered with stylish, sporty picks from designer Tommy Hilfiger. Costco is your casual, style headquarters for name brand fashion. A great selection of pieces are available for a fraction of the price. Brands such as Calvin Klein, Gloria Vanderbelt, Nike, Addidas, Levis are frequently found at warehouses across the U.S and Canada.  I purchased all pieces in today's post at Costco here in Wa state. Today I'm sharing 4 looks you can mix and match to dress summer chic. Tommy Hilfiger Classic Tee Dress This sleek and comfy tee A structured dress should nip in slightly at the waist , hug the hips, skim the thights and end above the knee.  Knit Body Embroidered Logo Soft Stretchy Cotton Fabric Available in navy blue and scarlett red Flat seams Logo tape along sides Tommy Hilfiger Windbreaker I changed o...

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Venice Italy: A Solo Traveler's One Day Guide

All photography: copyright @mapleleopard As a person who had never traveled abroad, it was scary to jet off to Italy alone . As mentioned in a previous post, the trip was planned with a friend who could not go at last minute. Rest assured, travel in Italy as a solo female traveler is perfectly safe.  The only worry is picpockets. If you keep eyes on your belongings at all times, you'll be fine.   As you can imagine Venice is hugely popular. If you decide to stay the night, reserve hotels and experiences several months before departure date.

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Best Things to do on a Girl Trip to Madrid

BEST THINGS TO DO ON A GIRL TRIP TO MADRID  Guest post from the team at Madrid -Discovery, in Spain.  This post has affliate links. If you purchase through my links, you can do so with no additional fees.

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8 WARDROBE ESSENTIALS FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

Images : Polyvore 8 WARDROBE ESSENTIALS FOR WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP During this time of social distancing, I've been revamping and cleaning out my closet. Whether you are working from home , going to the office or in a position of leadership; these tips will help you with wardrobe choices to feel your best.

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Where to Stay and Play in Costa Mesa CA : A Girl's Trip Guide

          * Our Travel & This Post -  Sponsored by Travel Costa Mesa . All my opinions are my own Costa Mesa is a fascinating city in California, and perfect for a girl's trip . We visited on a Mother/Daughter Trip. This Orange County gem is centrally located between Los Angeles and San Diego.  

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Waikiki Beach: The Ultimate Girls Trip Guide

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The Ultimate Stylish Collection for Travel

Chico's Traveler's Collection  *This post is in collaboration with Chico's Boutiques. All opinions a re my own. Is anyone else feeling travel deprived? I'm hoping the new normal doesn't stop us from visiting places we love. I hope everyone is staying positive and staying busy as possible at home. Travel is off for now, but we can still shop for our next trip. ULTIMATE COMFORT Have you ever jumped on a plane and been totally uncomfortable in your outfit ? I have many times. Problem solved, enter  Chico's Traveler's Collection .  Every piece in the collection, including this dress is designed for comfort when traveling. 

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How to Pack Stylish for Waikiki Beach

Waikiki Beach here we come! Your ticket is bought and you are ready to jet off to paradise! Buying the ticket is the easy part, but the packing list- maybe not so much. Let's go travel virtually to the island of Oahu, since none of us can actually jet away right now.  I thought I'd share a packing list of essentials and stylish outfits. This should be helpful when you are able to make the trip to Hawaii.  Choosing the right wardrobe pieces for comfort will help with dealing with the intense heat.

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10 Reasons Why You'll Like Tacoma WA

*This post is in collaboration with Travel Tacoma. We received tours & a hotel stay in  exchange for an honest review. Affiliate links are contained in this post.  In the past, Tacoma was never considered a touristy place. It's always had a reputation as a smelly industrial city with lots of crime. The city has undergone a huge face lift in recent years. "Destiny City" has done a complete turn around, and is now a GO TO Northwest destination. Move over Seattle!

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