Let’s be sincere… can we simply return to Costa Rica please?? The previous week and a half has been lower than stellar [hello ice storm + snow and frigid cold temps]….which has me dreaming and reminiscing concerning the greatness that was life in Costa Rica final month with the Store Avara workforce. Costa Rica undoubtedly stole slightly piece of my coronary heart… from the second we touched down within the hopper airplane at Hacienda AltaGracia, Auberge Resorts Assortment — perched within the lush mountains with views that made my jaw drop each single morning — I knew this was going to be a visit for the books. Between assembly the sweetest group of ladies, consuming unimaginable meals that one way or the other at all times felt elevated but tremendous delish and wholesome, and celebrating the launch of Avara’s latest resort assortment, this was 100% a visit I’ll always remember… learn on for slightly snapshot of every day for the total rewind and recap from this wonderful journey!!
Day One
We kicked off our journey by boarding the picturesque Carmon Air constitution airplane [hello, boutique travel vibes!] and headed straight to Hacienda AltaGracia . As soon as we landed, it felt like stepping right into a postcard — tropical greens, mountain views and that recent Costa Rican breeze centered in the course of the jungle.
Fortunate for us, we didn’t have a lot on the schedule that day apart from getting settled into the sanctuary so we took benefit with a leisurely dinner on the Grano Restaurant, a number of lady speak, unpacking and calling it an early night time as a result of it had been a 12+ hour journey day for this woman. They solely have 50 personal casitas onsite so it’s tremendous small and stuffed with appeal and I LOVE that it’s a smaller model oasis = excellent for escaping the on a regular basis AND crowds of individuals too. And sure, it’s completely household pleasant, however I’d advocate extra for a {couples}’ journey so you possibly can actually benefit from the property, adults solely pool, cutting-edge spa and take a look at from actuality for a bit!
Day Two
The following morning, I began with breakfast from the consolation of my casita which was the right option to begin my day trip proper… quiet time with french press espresso and the world’s finest banana bread I’ve ever had [no but really!!]… Then I spent the subsequent few hours taking pictures appears for the launch with the Avara inventive workforce so we had all of the imagery + assets we wanted for the massive debut! We spent a lot of the with a number of outfit adjustments, loads of sunshine and testing the resort and attending to know everybody higher in between = P.S. the women on this journey have been INCREDIBLE… such a enjoyable lineup and undoubtedly some new faces you’re going to wish to comply with as effectively!
Pictured under are Karina from Karina Fashion Diaries, Brooke from One Small Blonde, Leigh from LWilliams Fashion, Emily Wickard from Avara, Karis from Karis Renee, Jess from J.Cathell, Brooke Jensen from The Broke Brooke and Tinsley from Tinsley Erin [not pictured Lucy from Lucy Whims]
Later that afternoon we bought prepared for the night and met for welcome drinks and dinner. It was our first actual probability to all sit down collectively, share tales and settle in as one huge lady gang. And naturally take within the AMAZING sundown with a full on panoramic view of the Costa Rican panorama… taking all of it in collectively and attending to rejoice this wonderful journey = all with nice meals, enjoyable drinks and one of the best firm as effectively!
Day Three
Launch day began with one other gradual breakfast on the lodge earlier than leaping again into images, filming reels across the resort debut which gave us a while along with a leisurely lunch whereas chatting all issues work, private and life = it’s loopy as a result of as a full-time content material creator you spend A LOT of time alone so journeys like this are nice for chatting finest practices, what works/what doesn’t and common stuff about our trade with others who do the identical factor.
We took slightly break for a excellent pool day (solar + a number of laughs = complete tropical bliss). That night, we had a tasting expertise that was family-style impressed, AND we realized learn how to make do-it-yourself tortillas along with the Tita Tita eating occasion — such a enjoyable and considerate option to finish the journey!
PRO TIP | I didn’t get an opportunity to expertise the on-site spa, however apparently it’s ranked on a ton of journey insider’s lists as one of many prime 10 on the planet so def do as I say, not as I do and make time in your trip to indulge and loosen up a bit!
Day 4
We wrapped up the journey with breakfast collectively earlier than heading to the airplane and making the journey residence. It was a fast journey, however one which felt actually intentional — stuffed with connection, stunning environment, and so many good moments to take with us!! It undoubtedly makes me wish to head again to Costa Rica with Jeff and the ladies… P.S. this additionally makes me actually excited for spring break arising subsequent month!
