Review of MySuites, Apartment Rentals in New York City

This weekend I had the chance to check out some apartment-style accommodations in Manhattan called MySuites. MySuites offers boutique, designer suites throughout New York City so visitors can “live like a local” during their stay. So how did it go? Here’s my MySuites review…

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What To Do In Casablanca: Brunch In an Old Fortress At La Sqala

If you’ve read anything about Casablanca (<<< including my last posts), you’ll know it’s more of an industrial center vs. a town built for tourists. But there are a couple things you should put on the itinerary if you do happen to be in this part of Morocco, and one of those is brunch at La Sqala.

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What to see in Casablanca: Mosque Hassan II

Casablanca was a strange city for me both times I visited. It’s almost stuck in the past, filled with old, decaying buildings and crumbling infrastructure. But at the same time, it’s modern: there’s a new tram and trendy restaurants inspired by New York are popping up. It’s the industrial center of Morocco, and home to many expats employed by international companies.

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Where to Stay: Riad 144 in Marrakech

I’ve already expressed my love of riads, so on my second trip to Morocco I was excited to experience these beautiful B&B-type accommodations again. This time I stayed at Riad 144, a hidden oasis with just five rooms in the medina of Marrakech. If you’re trying to decide where to stay in Marrakech, read on!

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La Mamounia: Experience This Opulent Hotel in Morocco Without Booking a Room

One of the most opulent, luxurious hotels in Marrakech, Morocco is La Mamounia, a historic property that has been around since the 18th century and was recently remodeled in 2010.

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The First Day of Spring Weather in Central Park

Posted by: annarice23 on Mar 8, 2014 | One Comment

I haven’t even checked the weather lately – it’s too depressing. I’ve accepted that I apparently live in the Arctic now (OK, I’m being dramatic), and piling on multiple sweaters, scarves, hats and gloves has just become part of my daily routine.

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Dreaming about summer… (and a bit of appreciation for winter)

Posted by: annarice23 on Mar 5, 2014 | 3 Comments

Just a quick post today. I took this photo last summer in Nissequogue, New York while visiting a friend of a friend’s house on the beach. It’s crazy how different life is in the winter versus the summer.

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Packable: Roberta Freymann’s Global Chic Collection

Posted by: annarice23 on Mar 4, 2014 | One Comment

Welcome to a new series I’m going to be writing that will spotlight my favorite stylish travel brands. First up is Roberta Freymann, a collection that pulls influence from markets all over the world.

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Wanderlust Wishlist: Travel Giveaways To Help You Escape!

Posted by: annarice23 on Mar 3, 2014 | No Comments

As I write this, the clouds have darkened the sky and the newscaster on the television is telling me that New York is about to experience its 13th snowstorm this winter. Horrifying! What am I doing? I’m inside entering travel giveaways, hoping I am randomly selected to escape somewhere sunny and beautiful.

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Costa Rica Packing Tips – How To Be Stylish In Heat & Humidity

Posted by: annarice23 on Mar 2, 2014 | 3 Comments

One of the hardest places to look even remotely good? The rainforest. It’s hot, it’s humid, any make up you applied is probably smeared across your face by now and your clothes are soaked with sweat.