The Bahamas

{'Bahamian Blue' I like to call it}

The first of the year the boyfriend and I headed off for a tropical getaway to The Bahamas. We stayed at Atlantis, which I'm thrilled to report is everything it is hyped up to be. The resort has been on my list for a very long time and I was ecstatic to hear I would be starting out my year there.

I expected a resort of Atlantis' caliber to be top notch. What really made the experience truly unforgettable was the spirit of the Bahamian people. Every single local that we encountered exuded a type of genuine happiness that was almost too good to be true. Maybe it's something in the water? Who wouldn't be happy waking up to natural beauty like that every morning.

I know it was a good trip when I haven't even left and I am already plotting a return.

Disclaimer: My gushing is purely my own opinion and I am not being compensated in any way by Atlantis. I will be happy to make a return trip and gush even more! So if you're reading this Atlantians you can fly me over any old time.

{The iconic Royal Towers}

{Tropical drinks at the beach}

{I wish my suitcase could have accommodated him}

{I always look for flower arrangements I can easily copy replicate}

{Starfish love}

{Waiting for the ferry to Nassau}

{Observing at Predator Lagoon}

{A proper English cathedral in the heart of the Caribbean}

{I love me some tchotchkes}

{Bobby Flay's Mesa Grill- by far my favorite restaurant at Atlantis}

{A unique way to display earrings}

{Can you find your flag?}

{The water gets me every time}

{The ocean-inspired Christmas decor made me feel like I was at the Little Mermaid's house for the holidays}

{Courtyard Terrace at the One&Only Ocean Club}

{Mandatory tourist photo (Zara top)}

{The Dig- we liked it so much we went every day}

{Lighting + Palm Trees}

{Farewell beautiful water!}