Category Archives: Travel

This is it: Paradise on Earth

Posted on February 23, 2013 by Irene

This gallery contains 113 photos.

I need a vacation. I want a vacation. I miss my vacation. A vacation that is in paradise. My idea of paradise is a pristine tropical island with swaying palm trees, pure white beaches, villas on top of crystal clear … Continue reading →

More Galleries | Tagged Breathtaking View, Coral Reefs, food, healthy-living, Heaven on Earth, Honeymoon, iPhone 4S, lifestyle, lily beach resort, Maldives, Marine Life, nature, outdoors, Paradise, photography, Picturesque Vacation, Resort on Island, Seaplane, Snorkeling, Spa, Tropical Island, vacation, Water Villa | 38 Comments

A Glimpse of a Sweet Saturday

Posted on February 17, 2013 by Irene

This gallery contains 23 photos.

W has been stressed about work this week so we took it easy before our training long run tomorrow to prepare for our Paris marathon (which is coming up in a little over a month. Yikes!). It was a beautiful … Continue reading →

More Galleries | Tagged A Beautiful Day, california, Fashion, food, Gugu's Pizza and Pasta, instagram, lifestyle, photography, Pleasanton Downtown, Saturday, shopping, Snapshot, Therapy, Yolatea | 9 Comments

Late Sunday Afternoon Chilling at San Pedro Square

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Irene

This gallery contains 26 photos.

Guess what?! I have officially become an Aunt to my new-born nephew as of yesterday at 3:24pm, 7lbs and 20″ long. It’s an exciting time for my parents and family. Also which means my parents will have no time on … Continue reading →

More Galleries | Tagged Boba Milk Tea, california, DIY, Fantasia, Fashion, Hang Out Spot, healthy-living, lifestyle, Mix and Match, Nephew, photography, relaxation, San Jose Downtown, San Pedro Square, style, Sunday, Winter | 33 Comments

24-Hour Buffet Challenge

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Irene

I miss everyone. So much. It was hard to be away from you and posting. Now, I am back! Recovering from indulging way too hard in Vegas. Still. For the past consecutive five years, I came to Vegas for the … Continue reading →

Posted in Food & Drink, Travel | Tagged 24 hour buffet challenge, buffet deal, Buffet in Las Vegas, Buffet of Buffets, Carnival World Buffet, Christmas holiday, Food & Drink, holiday travel, Las Vegas, Paris Le Village Buffet, Spice Market Buffet, travel | 12 Comments

Difficult Gift Giving Made Easy

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Irene

Holiday shopping is never a breeze, but some people are especially hard to find gifts for. Everyone has a spouse who doesn’t know what he or she wants, a kid who wants a toy that’s way too expensive, or a … Continue reading →

Posted in Amusement, Travel | Tagged Christmas, difficult gift giving made easy, fun, gift giving, holiday, lifestyle, what presents to get | 11 Comments

Holiday Travel: What’s in My Bag?

Posted on December 13, 2012 by Irene

Morning, Everyone! I am flying out to Vegas today to spend the pre-holiday with my in-laws. They flew in Vegas from Chicago and meeting W and I there. I am very excited to see them! No, seriously! I am! They … Continue reading →

Posted in Travel | Tagged handbag, holiday travel, in-laws, Las Vegas, The Jane Austen Handbook, travel essential, wallet | 8 Comments

Mendocino – A Serene Getaway

Posted on October 16, 2012 by Irene

We returned home earlier this week from our 1 year anniversary celebration at Mendocino, a long weekend spent in total serenity. W surprised me with the trip. Two years ago, we also spent my birthday weekend in Mendocino. Mendocino is … Continue reading →