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Effortless Hair with Nume

Effortless Hair with Nume

This post is in partnership with Nume. I received a rainbox Classic wand for review. All opinions are my own and do not express the opinions of Red & White SPA Midtown.

I’ve never been one to spend too much time styling my hair; I air-dry my hair after a shower and either leave it straight (which is natural for me) or go for messy waves. My favorite tool to use for days that I need a little bit…

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Five Wellness Options to Consider on Classpass

Five Wellness Options to Consider on Classpass

In case you missed out on the news, there are wellness options on Classpass now! From cryotherapy to acupuncture, you can now use your credits for wellness treatments! I’ve gotten in the situation where I have more than 10 credits to carry over at the end of my cycle. Instead of losing them, I can use them for wellness if for some reason I’m unable to book a fitness class. Here are five wellness…

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Austin with JJJHM

Austin with JJJHM!

It’s special when you can remain the best of friends with people you’ve known since grade school. It’s even more special when those friends are scattered across the country! JJJHM: Julie Ann, Jessica, Jessie, Heather, and Mariel. I’ve known these girls since middle school in Las Vegas and we’ve remained friends through different high schools and colleges, and now states. I love that at any…

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Date Night at Fogo De Chao

Date Night at Fogo De Chao | @fogorestaurants #fogodechao

It’s been a bit since I’ve shared what’s been happening in this life of mine but I’m hoping in the next few posts I’ll be able to give some insight as to what I’ve been up to! Earlier this week Ray and I were invited for a date night at Fogo De Chaofor a tasting of their spring menu. Fogo De Chao is a Brazilian steakhouse that offers a full Churrasco experience which includes continual service of…

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Surprise, surprise.. I’m back on Classpass! After reviewing my Equinox gym membership and receiving a price increase in my monthly dues, it made more sense for me to return to Classpass. Despite the price increases and changing to the credit model, Classpass is more of a value to me at this moment. If you’re interested in giving Classpass a chance, click here for $40 off any plan you choose.

Since leaving Classpass just over a year ago, monthly prices have increased, classes are booked with credits, and wellness treatments have joined the lineup. I actually like that wellness is now bookable through Classpass! I’ve found that if I have extra credits remaining for the month, instead of losing them.. I could treat myself to a relaxing massage or accupuncture. Another new feature is to CP is being able to carry over 10 points into the next month.

Signature Massage or Facial at Red & White Spa Midtown

I’ve received a massage and facial at Red & White Spa Midtown outside of Classpass and have the spa on my list of favorites. I’m thrilled to see that the spa is now being offered on Classpass! It only requires 38 credits, which I consider an awesome deal. I’ve always left Red & White Spa Midtown feeling relaxed and refreshed after my treatments!

Hydrating Facial at Nice Brow

Nice Brow is a day spa with no frills. The treatment rooms are actual rooms but are separated by curtains, so don’t be surprised if you hear another treatment happening nearby. I had Fiona as my specialist and I couldn’t recommend her enough! The facial and extractions were thorough, while the head massage was divine. Since my skin reacted to the facial well and for the amount of credits this costs, I’d definitely come back — it’s such deal!

Reiki with Sanctuary Acupuncture & Holistic Health

I’ve received reiki during Urban Zen and Restorative classes before and have enjoyed it so I was curious to give the hour-long treatment a try. Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that promotes relaxation. Therapists can channel energy into the patient by means of touch, activating the natural healing processes and restores physical and emotional well-being. The treatment started with the burning of sage, which is believed to help cleanse and heal. Sarah, my therapist at Sanctuary Acupuncture and Holistic Health, began reiki at the top of my body and made her way down. The hour went by so fast and I left feeling relaxed! Highly recommend if you’re in need of a little bit of TLC.

Cupping with City Acupuncture

Cupping is an alternative therapy in which a therapist puts suction cups on your skin for a few minutes. You’ve probably seen the marks the cups leave behind on athletes as this therapy was popular during the last summer Olympics. The suction helps with pain, inflammation, blood flow, and acts as a type of deep-tissue massage. The therapy itself doesn’t hurt, but the suction does create a strange sensation. City Acupuncture does all their treatments in a large, general room with partitions between the treatment spaces, but you’re never actually in your own space and you can see everyone else getting their treatments. Once you get over not having privacy the therapists and treatments are great. I had cups placed all over my back and found that the cups left marks on my lower back, where a lot of the initial blockages I was feeling. The marks don’t hurt and they’re not actually bruises, but an indication of where stagnation was occurring in my body.

Wellness Treatments to Book with @Classpass | #classpass Surprise, surprise.. I’m back on Classpass! After reviewing my Equinox gym membership and receiving a price increase in my monthly dues, it made more sense for me to return to Classpass.

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Christopher Robin now on BluRay, DVD, & Digital + All the Ways I Use Honey

Christopher Robin now on BluRay, DVD, & Digital + All the Ways I Use Honey | #ChristopherRobin

This post is in partnership with Disney. I received a BluRay edition of Christopher Robin for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own and do not express the opinions of Disney.

I’m so thrilled to have received Christopher Robin on BluRay from Disney! When I had first heard about the live-action adaptation of the movie my inner-child screamed with excitement. Christopher Robin follows the…

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The Yard Brings Wellness to the Office in Quarterly 'Be Well' Series

The Yard Brings Wellness to the Office in Quarterly ‘Be Well’ Series

It brings me joy seeing companies and offices that take their employees health into consideration by integrating wellness into the office space. The Yard, a coworking office space with multiple locations in NYC and in different cities, is bringing wellness to their workspace with a quarterly series, Be Well. These new wellness events will bring together members, partners in the health and…

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First Look: Red & White Spa in Midtown

First Look: Red & White Spa in Midtown + 40% Off Deal!

This post is in partnership with Red & White SPA Midtown. I received a massage in exchange for a review. All opinions are my own and do not express the opinions of Red & White SPA Midtown.

New York is big and full of many spas and options for massages. I’ve had my share of good and bad, in lush day spas to no-frills shops. But if it were up to me, I’d treat myself to a luxury day spa. Of course…

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Pintxos in San Sebastian

Pintxos in San Sebastian | #TravelGuide #SanSebastian #BasqueCountry

Bilbao was our gateway to getting into San Sebastian. A $5 bus ride from Bilbao to San Sebastian took about two hours and the views on the way are incredible. Basque Country is situated along the hills and being able to see towns wedged in-between seemed straight out of a painting. We arrived at San Sebastian just as the sun was setting. It was beautiful and seemingly unreal, unlike anything I…

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21 Hours in Bilbao

21 Hours in #Bilbao | #TravelGuide

After four days in Lisbon/Sintra and a quick run-in with some famousbuddies (see in pictures below), we arrived in Bilbao, Spain. The airport was empty and beautifully kept; it may have been because of the time we landed, but the calmness of arriving was appreciated. The city was once an industrial port city and is the capital city of Basque Country. You may have heard of Bilbao because of the…

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Castles in Sintra

Castles in Sintra | #TravelGuide #Sintra #Portugal

We took a day trip to Sintra during our 3.5 days in Lisbon. Sintra is about 45 minutes away by train and there are plenty of transportation options to getting from the train station to the sights. At the train station we were able to request an Uber to take us to Pena Palace and from there, we walked to Moors Castle. The car ride up the mountain was fun! Riding through town and through the…

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Celebrating The Magic 10 and Beyond with an 'Evening with Magic'

On July 16, 2018, friends and yogi followers of Sharon Gannon gathered at the Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall for an Evening of Magic. Pianist Katya Grineva performed pieces from her new album, The Complete Chopin Nocturnes, to celebrate the release of  Sharon’s book, The Magic 10 and Beyond.

If Sharon Gannon’s name rings a bell, it’s because she’s the founder of Jivamukti Yoga, the yoga…

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Pasteis de Nata and Seafood in Lisbon

Pasteis de Nata and Seafood in Lisbon | #Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal was the first city on our two week Europe trip in April. We hopped on a red eye Tap Portugal flight at JFK and arrived the following morning. Tap Portugal has a great layover promotion that we were able to take advantage of — we booked a flight to Bilboa, with a three night layover in Lisbon for the price of one flight! What I loved most about Lisbon was seeing how each building…

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Catbird Headquarters Tour

Catbird Headquarters Tour | @catbirdnyc #catbirdnyc

Catbird opened the doors to it’s headquarters on a sunny Summer Friday to a select group, excited and proud to show off their new space at the Brooklyn Navy Yard. Web orders, customer service, and jewelry studio are all located here and I got to see where all the magic happens!

I’m in love with nearly all their baubles but I fell even more in love with Catbird when I learned about their values.…

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Cruising Around Manhattan with Cheeses of Europe

Cruising Around Manhattan with Cheeses of Europe | @cheesesofeurope #fromagecruise #cheesesofeurope

Summer is well underway and I’m happy to say that I’ve been making the most of summer this year. Ray and I have attended baseball games, Shakespeare in the Park, and Concert in the Park with the NY Philharmonic! And thanks to Cheeses of Europe, we can mark a sunset cruise around Manhattan off the list.

Cheeses of Europehosted a sunset cruise with friends where we wined and snacked on fromage all…

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Shopping at Louis Vuitton Brussels + VAT Refund

Shopping at Louis Vuitton Brussels + VAT Refund

During our last trip to Europe (more on that coming soon) I was able to purchase some souvenirs — Louis Vuitton souvenirs that is! I had always heard that shopping in Europe was great, especially with the perk of the VAT refund but it wasn’t until our second two-weeker in Europe that I took advantage of this. Not including what I saved from the VAT refund, I was saving over $300 USD on the…

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The Leather Spa Review

The Leather Spa Review + Vintage Gucci Ophidia | #LeatherSpa #Gucci

I acquired a vintage Gucci bag last year that I was attracted to; the crossbody style is one of my favorites and the combination of Supreme canvas and green/red stripe looked classic and not overdone. At this point I wasn’t a fan of Gucci but I had to have this bag. Fast forward to receiving the bag, cleaning it, and refurbishing it I was finally ready to wear the bag out. Since the bag is at…

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