My sister and I are hardcore Harry Potter fans (fun fact: she’s a Ravenclaw, I’m a Gryffindor)! We have both watched the films and read the books numerous times and still cannot seem to get enough of the wizarding world. On a recent trip to Europe we took together, we got the chance to take not one but TWO Harry Potter walking tours in London and Edinburgh, where J.K. Rowling lived while she was writing the novels.
Guys, I am in love with my new JORD watch! Isn’t it gorgeous?
JORD creates stunning watches from natural wood and offers many styles for men and women! I love their branding; JORD goes above and beyond to present their watches in a unique way. I mean, look at the packaging!
I’m doing a giveaway with JORD and you can win your very own watch, so keep reading!
This past weekend, my good friend and I had a blast playing tourist in our own city! After fueling up on some Good Coffee, we rented Nike bikes from the Biketown kiosk on Hawthorne and headed to the Tilikum Crossing bridge for some stunning views of the city.
There have been a ton of new coffee shops popping up around Portland and I couldn’t be more thrilled! Sipping coffee at cute, local coffee shops is one of my favorite past-times. In this installment of “Portland’s Best Coffee Shops”, I’ll be chatting about some of my favorite coffee spots; Guilder, Figlia Americana, Barista, and Prince Coffee. Grab a cup of coffee, sit back, and enjoy!
Nothing beats summer in the Pacific Northwest! After months and months of rain, this summer weather has been making my heart happy. I put together a few of my favorite warm weather outfits this season.
There are endless amount of beautiful hikes, lakes, waterfalls, and state parks to explore in the beautiful state of Oregon. It’s one of the most diverse states in the US with landscapes of forests, mountains, and beaches. Oregon is the perfect state to visit if you are a lover of the outdoors. These 6 beautiful nature destinations make for great Oregon road trips.
Santorini is one of the most beautiful islands on the Aegan Sea. A volcanic eruption in the 16th century shaped the islands rugged landscape and colorful sand beaches. The picturesque clay cave houses that overlook the deep blue sea cling to the edge of the cliffs above the caldera (underwater crater). Trust me, the reality of Santorini is even better than the stunning pictures you’ve seen!
Summer has finally arrived and I am thrilled! We need as much sun as we can get in the Pacific Northwest. I wanted to share with you five of my favorite products that are going to be my go-to’s this summer. Trust me, these products are everything you’re going to need for that effortless, casual-cool summer look.
One of my favorite things to do on weekends is to explore unique, local stores in Portland. I love to browse through these shops, gather design inspiration, and support local businesses. Many of these stores support other local artisans and makers and focus on sustainable and quality made products. You can be assured that anything you buy from these stores will be unique and one of a kind! If you are visiting Portland soon, this is a great list to refer to for some great shopping spots. A few of these stores even have online shops for those who aren’t near Portland!
Portland is the hipster land of bridges, bikes, and the best desserts! If you are planning a trip to Portland then I have the perfect list of ice cream, donut, and cupcake shops to add to your itinerary. If you are a sweet lover, like me, than you are going to love these spots! You can’t go wrong with any of these delicious treats.
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