The Teacher Diva

Sonoma County Wine Month

Last month I was able to visit Sonoma County and still have not stopped thinking about this trip — nor have my girlfriends. I had about 15 text messages between our group of friends already planning a girls trip next spring. With that being said, if you're looking for a girls getaway or a romantic weekend with your loved one, you may want to consider Sonoma County. It has 18 unique regions, and more than 60 grape varieties thrive there. Each growing regions and every vineyard is distinctive, with climate, soils, and site creating unique characteristics. ...

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Our Favorite Pizza Spots Around New York City

Being in New York this past week had me seriously craving a good slice of New York style pizza. While the week has been pretty busy, we were able to make it to a few pizza places around the city that were too good not to pass along. Some of these places came from suggestions by you guys, so thank you for contributing to today's post! If your favorite place didn't make the list, let us know your recommendation in the comments below. ...

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My Ultimate NYFW Beauty Survival Kit

Happy Fashion Week everyone! Today kicks off part two of the festivities and I wanted to give you guys a little peek in my beauty bag this trip. In the six years I've been attending NYFW, I've learned a few things about skincare. What works, what doesn't and what I will never leave home without. Below I'm breaking down my ultimate NYFW Beauty Survival Kit. Have you tried any of these? Or better yet, let us know what you always pack when jet-setting! ...

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Here’s What We Did on Our Trip to 30A Florida

Earlier this summer, Austin and I went to 30A with the Robertson crew. We had several of you ask for a travel guide on things to do, places to eat or where to stay, so it only made sense to put everything here in a blog post. My apologies this post has taken a minute to go live. Our home projects are in full swing and are taking up more of our time than originally expected. Funny how that goes, right? But I am happy to finally share a little guide from our recent trip to Rosemary, Beach. ...

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Mother-Daughter Trip to Camp MacKenzie-Childs

Last month, my mom and I traveled to upstate New York for an incredible experience at Camp MacKenzie-Childs. This was my second trip to MCHQ and couldn't wait to take my mom, Yvette, with me this time around. She and I both adore all things MacKenzie-Childs so I knew she would love being a part of this opportunity.  ...

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48 Hours in New York City

So you're planning a quick trip to NYC. If you're anything like me, you scroll through Pinterest trying to find the cutest restaurants to grab dinner or looking at hashtags on Instagram to find the most "IG-worthy" brunch spot. Hey, if anyone gets it, it's us! And while 48 hours is a very quick trip to NYC, it's definitely doable if you have a plan. ...

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My Tips for Easy Travel Style

Spring is a big travel season for me. Having just returned from a work trip and gearing up for two more in March, my packing strategy and travel outfits have become somewhat routine.    ...

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‘FROM US WITH LOVE’ HOLIDAY GIVEAWAY #6: Terranea Resort Giveaway

As we wrap up our holiday content, we are so excited to announce our final giveaway for the From Us With Love Giveaway Series. And I guess you could say we saved the best (or biggest prize) for last! Austin and I are pleased to announce that today's prize is a stay at the Terranea Resort in Palos Verdes, California. ...

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A Girls Weekend Guide to Charleston

Earlier this month, my sister-in-law, Megan and I surprised my Mom with a trip to Charleston for her birthday. Megan and I had been to Charleston before, but this was Mom's first trip. We knew she would love this beautiful city and couldn't wait to show her some of our favorite spots.  ...

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Our Roadtrip Through Vermont

Last month, Austin and I ventured up to Vermont to enjoy the foliage. This has been on our bucket-list for quite some time. And when we were asked to partake in a LikeToKnow.It takeover, we knew Vermont would be a great trip to share with our readers. Before heading off to Vermont, we did a lot of research. After all, we wanted to make sure we were getting the most out of our trip. Hopefully these details help when you plan your next foliage trip! ...

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