ROMANTIC GETAWAYS: KAUAI

St. Regis. Princeville

Kauai, Hawaii

Valentines may be over but the romance must go on! The rest of this week's posts will be dedicated to my favorite romantic tropical getaways. Get ready for some seriously steamy places to escape to with your love.

First up on the list is the St. Regis Princeville on Kauai, Hawaii. Kauai, like all of the Hawaiian islands offers pristine ocean views, gorgeous garden habitat, and endless outdoor adventures. For active couples this dreamy island will serve as a relaxing retreat and an adventurous getaway. Outdoor activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, incredible hiking with trails to waterfalls with views that will blow your mind, golf, windsurfing, fishing, and horseback riding. Amazing outdoor activities aside, at this resort you will certainly be drawn to simply lie on the beach or at the pool and enjoy scenery so pretty it's no wonder it has shown up in a long list of TV shows and movies. Regardless of how you choose to spend your days, the luxurious St. Regis is sure to meet all your romantic requirements! Tell me you wouldn't trade yesterdays chocolates and flowers for a trip to a heavenly oasis like this... that's what I thought. The traveling continues tomorrow as we head to the next romantic escape be sure to stick around!

Aloha

MAGNIFICENT MONSTERA

If you know me well then you know it's no secret I have a love affair with monstera leaves. Ever since arriving on island I've fallen madly in love with this plant and it's foliage. It's enormous size and perfectly coastal vibe is what gets me the most. I feel as though I'm walking through a rain forrest every time I see one. This creeping vine is native to tropical rainforests of southern Mexico, hints why I would experience this rainforest illusion. They are magical beauties with plentiful posh punch. Adding any kind of live foliage to a room instantly gives it life. Easily transform a dull space into an inviting oasis with a quick drop of monstera leaves or palms to a vase. Whether they are draped on a table cloth or nestled together in a formal arrangement for an event monsteras tell a story of nature and it's wonders. I resemble a small child while watching our monstera plant grow in our backyard here in Hawaii. I swear I count each new leaf as it comes in! Cannot wait to add my very own monsteras to our home..

Aloha

Happy Friday lovely readers!

SIT AND STAY A WHILE

The Panama armchair and table [in bronze] by

one of my favorite outdoor furniture companies, Dedon.

Hawaii embraces the aloha way of life... happiness, relaxation, and most importantly, no worries. It's such a refreshing lifestyle and way of spending everyday. In the workplace or out on the town people are completely relaxed and slow paced. They are taking in the most beautiful moments Hawaii has to offer. It is so easy to fall in love with the island's outlook and attitude on life. Hawaii is the absolute perfect place for peacefulness. Adventure is always just a trail or wave away but the sand always welcomes you to just sit and stay awhile. Excitement or ease is up to you just live the aloha way...

Happy Monday

COOLING DOWN WITH COOL TONES

I cannot seem to get away from these colors no matter what I do. I'm surrounded by them in the sky and the water here in Hawaii, then I go to work and all people want in their home is shades of blue and turqiouse.. not to mention some of the most amazing vintage bowls, vases and glassware that I'm finding on island are of the same hues. Cool tones are refreshing and relaxing. No matter who you are these colors are sure to soothe your soul. Happy Wednesday darlings!

Aloha

ISLAND ESSENTIALS

Nars Lip Lacquer in Hot Wired, click here

On the go or on the water, this lacquer is up for the challenge.

*I always recommend using spf balm on lips whenever in the sun for protection and it's the perfect base for the lacquer

India Hicks Island Living Soap, click here

The islands in soap form. Silky smooth and completely addicting scent. With nourishing mango and avacado and moisturizing almond, olive and coconut oil. Just try it once!

Smith's Rosebud Salve, click here

It's aquaphor [which I swear by] but in a compact. This multipurpose balm soothes, calms, and heals any dry areas such as lips, elbows, or knees. Definite must-have!

Kenra Leave In Conditioner, click here

This may be my number one island essential. Kenra leave in conditioner for all hair types. I have long, straight, fine hair and lots of it. I refuse to avoid the translucent soothing salt water just to have silky hair. Solution: the contents of this magical bottle. This protecting and calming conditioner is a golden ticket to beach wavy, and healthy I might add, hair! Spritz on before and after indulging in Hawaii water.

Surfs up

FANTASY LAND

Weekends in Hawaii.... beach bliss. Crystal clear water, steady salty breeze and plenty of sunshine is what you will find here on the islands. All you need is a cute suit and a pair of posh shades. Ready, set, beach. See you on the flip side ;)

Aloha!

VIEW OF THE DAY, Honolulu

HONOLULU, HAWAII

Waikiki & Diamondhead

"We are as near to Heaven by sea as by land"

-Sir Humphrey Gilbert

TURTLE BAY RESORT, NORTH SHORE OAHU

Welcome to 'true Hawaii' as they claim, Turtle Bay Resort that is. Warm and relaxing Turtle Bay Resort is situated on the northernmost point of Oahu and surrounded on three sides by the sparkling Pacific Ocean. Natural island beauty along with the history and majesty of Hawaii can be found at every turn here on this North Shore resort. Housing four hundred and forty three guest rooms, including thirty one suites, forty two private oceanfront cottages, and luxury resort villas you are sure to find what you're looking for at Turtle Bay. Complete with six restaurants and five bars guests have their choice of contemporary island cuisine, lavish buffets, or oceanside and poolside dining. 36 holes of championship golf, horse back riding, full-service spa, tennis, surf lessons, luaus, and of course plenty of snorkeling with sea turtles, this extremely private resort for years has attracted celebrities and locals alike looking for a secluded getaway. And a secluded staycation is exactly what my husband and I were looking for. We are enjoying every moment here! I will keep dropping in throughout the week :)

Aloha!

THE ROYAL HAWAIIAN

You'll know you've checked into paradise when you're greeted by a pink-attired hotel- staff members serving freshly squeezed fruit juice, an oshibori towel, and exquisite flower leis. Welcome to Hawaii... more specifically welcome to The Royal Hawaiian Hotel.

Porte Cochere Driveway

Breezeway

Guest room

Coconut Lanai

Spa

View of Diamond Head

Tickle me pink...

Here's one of the most sensational places to spend some shut eye and heavenly Hawaii moments. The Royal Hawaiian not only offers the life of luxury but precise Aloha spirit. Complete with a purely pink facade and delicious lounging, dining, and sleeping arrangements this hotel is sure to sweep you off your feet. Boasting phenomenal sights and smells of that which the islands offer, the RH has been designed to bring the outdoors in. And rightly so- with a low of 72, high of 85 year round why wouldn't you maximize any opportunity to enjoy the heavenly weather? Not only with a smart design but stylish one, the colors and textures used throughout this hotel have a definite POSH flair. Like I said... Beware, once you go Royal Hawaiian you never go back.

Aloha!

VIEW OF THE DAY

Waimea Bay, North Shore Hawaii

"Whatever we lose (like a you or a me); it's always ourselves we find in the sea." -E.E. Cummings

Aloha!

HAWAII MUST SEE HOUSE: PORTLOCK RD ESTATE

Although I think the interior is quite sparse the property is impeccable. I wanted to share this Hawaii beauty with you, the sweeping views are amazing in themselves. Complete with 7BD and 6BA, nanny apartment, 10,000 SQ FT, unobstructed views, and sitting on over 2 acres of prime Oahu land, this is true estate living. Hope you enjoyed the view..

Aloha & happy weekend!

HAWAII READS: HAWAII HOME + REMODELING MAGAZINE

Discovering POSH resources on the islands...

After a month of being on the islands some fabulous discoveries have been made, one of which is this wonderful read! Hawaii Home+Remodeling Magazine has been Hawaii's leading home improvement and remodeling magazine for over 25 years. Featuring sensational photography, splendid ideas, and inspiring projects to help homeowners create beautiful island living spaces. From indoor to outdoor, decorating & improvement to everything remodel this is a great guide! Giving it's upscale readers the scoop on the states finest architects, interior designers, builders, and suppliers of everything you need to liven up your home. Pick up the magazine today and get inspired to start your home project with all the info you need and more right at your fingertips!

happy reading loves!