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The Ultimate Vacation Collection: Essentials for Your Resort Stay
HERE'S MY RESORTS GUIDE and ALL OF the ESSENTIALS YOU'LL NEED TO MAKE YOUR RESORT STAY EXCEPTIONAL and MEMORABLE.
Last month, I went on an AMAZING GIRL’S TRIP to COSTA RICA. We spent our DAYS at the BEACH or POOL, had DINNERS out, and even went HIKING IN THE RAINFOREST.
One of the most unforgettable experiences during our trip was our evening at Cactus De Pinilla with Chef Albin Valles. He taught us how to make traditional Guanacaste corn tortillas, just like his mother and grandmother had taught him. The talented kitchen crew then transformed our tortillas into “tayuyás,” which are special stuffed tortillas featured on the Cactus menu. Each tayuyá is named after a woman in Albin’s family..
This NAVY FLORAL MAXI DRESS was the perfect choice for the open-air restaurant. The casual and fun atmosphere of the evening matched the vibe of the dress and it was airy and comfortable in the tropical heat. We had a blast with Albin and his team. If you are ever in the Hacienda Pinilla area of Costa Rica, see the magic for yourself!
Let's Talk Swim and Sun ESSENTIALS!
Swimwear and sun care essentials are crucial when on vacation in the tropics. Along with a great bathing suit like the BLOOMING JELLY WOMEN TUMMY CONTROL SWIN SUIT ONE PIECE swimsuit, versatile poolside essentials like the TURKISH BEACH TOWEL with TRAVEL BAG become just as important when moving from pool to beach to catamaran. During our vacation, we had busy days with excursions, but we also had a good amount of downtime to relax with a Piña Colada and chat. Although it may seem simple, the HANDHELD MINI FAN saved the day more than once.
Sunscreen is always necessary – but why not have a little fun with it? The KOPARI SUN SHIELD BODY GLOW adds a little SPARKLE to your sunscreen, how FUN is that? SUN BUM ORIGINAL 70 SPF is a staple – it protects your skin and is also sea turtle-safe!
Talk about VERSATILITY – Throw the open weave PINK QUEEN WOMEN’S SWIMSUIT COVER-UP with a WIDE BRIM STRAW HAT and a STRAW TOTE SUMMER BEACH BAG, you can go from beach club to pool and look fabulous while doing it!
Don’t forget to pack a BALLAST BEACH PILLOW for your time on the sand. You would not believe how much more comfortable you will be.
Sarongs are super easy to pack and always come in handy. This WOMENS SARONG WRAP is so simple and works perfectly with almost any suit.
Another highlight of the trip was the SUNSET CATAMARAN CRUISE. We spent about an hour or so swimming in the water near a secluded cove before we enjoyed a late lunch. Of course, there was music, tropical drinks, and the most incredible sunset views for the GRAND FINALE.
We had the opportunity to have so many unique experiences! One afternoon, we went to an artisan chocolate and cacao tasting. We must have tasted 20 different flavors! Have you ever heard of SIPPING CHOCOLATE? It’s rich and slightly sweet, and DECADENT. REINA’S Chocolates is a small shop in Tamarindo, C.R. Ron, the owner is very passionate about the products he and his team create, and listening to him talk about his chocolate-making process was interesting! We capped off the trip with a stroll through the tropical gardens on the property.
Pack all your ESSENTIALS in these DELSEY PARIS CHALET HARD + HARD SIDE LUGGAGE
You are all set for your next vacation! If you have the opportunity, I recommend taking a GIRL'S TRIP! We got to experience so many different aspects of the culture and energy of Costa Rica while meeting new friends and forming lasting bonds. There's a big world out there - GO see it!
