Das Peach Haus | Fredericksburg, TX

Deep in the heart of Texas lies the peaceful town of Fredericksburg. Fredericksburg, famous for its beautiful vineyards, also posses a unique German-Texan charm brought by German immigrants in the 19th century. The girls and I decided to make a stop by the best place for fresh preserves in all of Texas. 

As we pulled up we soon realized Das Peach Haus was more than just a store. Surrounded by acres of beautiful Texas Hill Country, this little store had a charm like no other. We were instantly welcomed by the friendly staff as we tasted the wide variety of preserves and salsas. From tasting the original Roasted Raspberry Chipotle sauce to Texas grown peaches, my taste buds were in heaven! 

The store itself was impressive, but the staff graciously invited us to wander the grounds as well. With lots of outdoor seating and the most beautiful view in all of Texas, Das Peach Haus easily became our favorite little store in Fredericksburg. 

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The Space Needle & Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum

Hello lovely blogging world! In case you missed it, I took a little break. I couldn't force myself to write blog posts despite the fact that I had been on SO many trips! I had all these pictures and nothing to say. Well, after a much needed break from the online world I'm back and super excited to share with you my latest adventures! I believe we left off in Seattle.

Seattle is known for many things. Coffee, Grey's Anatomy, and rainy days to name a few. But the most iconic building in the Seattle skyline has always been the Space Needle, which is why Elle and I decided to make the journey up! 

The Space Needle was built for the 1962 World's Fair held in Seattle. Described as the "Eiffel Tower of the future", the structure stands at 605 feet tall and can withstand hurricane force winds. At the time of our visit in September 58 million people had visited the observation deck. You can take the 41 second elevator ride up, or if you are brave enough you can climb the 848 steps to the top.

While the Space Needle may be one of the most iconic images of Seattle, what lies in its shadow can only be described as a hidden treasure. The Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum was a destination that was described to us by many people as a "do not miss". Not really knowing what to expect, we bought our tickets and ventured into a wonderland type masterpiece. Washington native Dale Chihuly's comprehensive exhibit is on a scale I had never seen before. His talent is mesmerizing and wonderful, as seen in the pictures below. 

You can purchase joint tickets for the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum. A visit to Seattle isn't complete without a trip to the Space Needle, so why not throw in a few extra dollars and enjoy Chihuly's magical work as well? Not convinced yet? I also vlogged our trip! 

What are some of your favorite iconic buildings around the world?

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A Weekend in Charleston | South Carolina

You might have noticed my slight disappearance from the blog over the last couple of weeks. While I could blame my absence on life, I think I'll give you a slightly more exciting excuse: I've been traveling. From London to Charleston I've been hopping all around the globe! I am a strong believer in using your vacation time to your advantage. By strategically planning out a few long weekends I was able to explore some new places without taking too much time away from the office! It was a win win. Although my favorite season is fast approaching (the Pumpkin Spice Latte is back y'all), summer has always been my favorite time to travel. 

To kick things off, I spent last weekend in sunny Charleston. It was the perfect girls getaway seeing as neither my friend or I had ever been. This city had the perfect combination of charm and history. I instantly fell in love! We flew in on Friday evening and began exploring immediately. A few drinks on a rooftop? Check. Dinner in the French Quarter? Check. It was easy to do the things we wanted. Charleston is a perfect example of a walkable city. 

We woke on Saturday with coffee on the brain. Like many coffee shops, I heard about the Daily on Instagram. I can confirm the coffee is worth the hype. With caffeine in our system we headed to Rainbow Row.

Rainbow Row is a Charleston icon. Possibly the most recognizable street in all of South Carolina, Rainbow Row is the name given to the oldest row of Georgian houses in the United States. The houses were painted in beautiful pastels during a restoration project in the early 20th century. However, the history of this street dates back to 1770. 

It's easy to fall in love with a city like Charleston. You can feel the Southern hospitality as soon as you step off the plane. There's never a bad time to visit, and according to one Uber driver there is an event going on literally every weekend. 

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