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Travel insurance: Always a good idea, especially for something this far-flung. Flights: You’ll fly into Malé (the capital). From there, most resorts arrange your transfer — either a seaplane ✈️ or a speedboat depending on the island’s location. If you’re staying somewhere like Komandoo, you’ll probably get a seaplane transfer that lands you either directly at your resort or on a floating platform in the middle of the ocean (yes, really). From there, a boat whisks you away. It sounds wild, but trust me — it’s an experience in itself and one of the most surreal, fabulous “I can’t believe I’m here” moments of the trip. ✨ Tip: Pack patience for travel days. Between international flights, seaplanes, and boats, it can easily take 24–30 hours door to door. But the payoff? 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That was the ultimate test. The restaurant had ten tables: nine set for couples and one—for me. My insecurities came rushing in. I wanted to bury myself in my phone, but cell service doesn’t reach 5.8 meters under the sea. So my only option was to be fully present—with myself, and with the fish swimming around me. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/fdf8dd67-19ca-4499-822c-703593433f44/IMG_7804.JPG Blog - Honeymoon, Party of One - What’s the worst that can happen? You fall head over heels for the incredible person you are—and realize that while you’ve been waiting for someone else to love you, you’ve had the power to love yourself more fiercely than anyone else ever could. https://www.unebonnevivante.com/blog/doing-it-all-is-exhausting monthly 0.5 2025-09-05 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/776cb0f7-1251-491a-b473-2c25c164eccb/7FFC8F1E-7588-4180-8294-EB660F48486D.JPG Blog - Doing It All Is Exhausting. Choosing Grace Is Better. - Every day becomes a ritual of boxes to tick, as if completing them might finally make you whole: warm lemon water first thing in the morning, vitamins, collagen, makeup, hair styling, stretching, the gym, meditation, nightly retinol—oh, and don’t forget all the while being a good employee, a good friend, a good daughter, a good girlfriend, maybe even a good wife. And for some women, as if that’s not already enough pressure, being a good mother too. (I truly don’t know how you all do it. I can hardly take care of myself, let alone a tiny human.) It’s like a never-ending audition for “perfect woman,” and honestly? It’s fucking exhausting. She looks like she has it all together… turns out, she doesn’t. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/6ca3ccf2-0eff-46de-8213-2afb3fa530b3/9AC8FBEA-CFDD-44C1-A5E5-45E678A67B76+%281%29.JPG Blog - Doing It All Is Exhausting. Choosing Grace Is Better. - And that’s when it hit me: isn’t it wild how easily we admire others, yet refuse to see how incredible we are ourselves? As I rattled off everything I’ve been juggling: work, French lessons, my blog, lifting, running, it dawned on me. If someone else told me this was their life, I’d be like, “Wow, this woman is killing it. She’s doing it all!” So why is it so hard to say that about myself? We’ll always believe our girlfriends are icons (and forget we’re icons too). https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/ec0a5bb2-3fe2-4dc8-97ba-6fb02ba50fc7/Screenshot+2025-09-04+at+7.58.24%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Doing It All Is Exhausting. Choosing Grace Is Better. - Here’s what I’m learning: the world won’t end if you skip the lemon water or show up with messy hair on that 9am Zoom. What matters are the lifelines. The little things that make you feel human again. For me this week, it was a trip to the dollar store where I bought an absurd amount of Halloween decor. Because sometimes the best antidote to overwhelm isn’t productivity… it’s plastic pumpkins. https://www.unebonnevivante.com/blog/nyc-top-10-summer-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/b4cb305b-7693-4587-8803-e77ec415291b/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.03.00%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - Summer flings come and go, but these NYC moments are forever. From skyline sunsets to music under bridges, disco-ball bathrooms to Broadway chills, this season gave me the kind of memories that last a lifetime. These picks are snapshots of a season that reminded me how much magic this city packs into a few short months ✨ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/0b3fdbc2-2608-4f32-a9c8-d2085c977aed/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.09.32%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 10. The Little Owl -Where Mediterranean flavors meet surprise desserts. A quaint gem in the West Village serving Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Second time here and both times were amazing. The service is the only thing better than the food — plus, both times I was surprised with a complimentary dessert I didn’t ask for but oh-so-thankfully devoured. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like a regular, even if it’s your first visit. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/a3899349-7cf5-48bd-b1c4-cbb2e82f892a/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.05.08%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 9. Cafeteria - School lunch, but make it chic. The menu is a twist on American comfort food. think elevated cafeteria vibes including signature mac and cheese dishes. And if you come on a Friday night? You’re treated to the funky sounds of Lina Bradford, who is not just a DJ, she is a literal icon . It’s comfort food with a side of fabulous nightlife energy. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/f4210829-237c-42cb-b0ea-6a8cf33eedf4/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.04.39%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 8. Starchild - Rooftop views + martinis = instant summer magic. A gorgeous Midtown rooftop perched on the 27th floor with iconic sunset views and a seriously good martini lineup. The vibe is sleek but playful, the kind of place where golden hour effortlessly turns into a night out. And did I mention the rainbow disco ball bathroom? Yes, it is just as fabulous as it sounds . https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/32a39515-676d-4773-a4b4-5545955bac12/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.04.51%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 7. Le B - Yes, the burger is worth the hype. Known for its legendary hamburger, this place did not disappoint. I opted for the six-course menu, which included a bite-sized version of the burger, and now I need the full thing. Still dreaming about the table-side dessert. It’s indulgence wrapped in elegance, the kind of meal that lingers in your memory. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/fc7de0f1-4b9e-494c-aef9-92ca4f50c436/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.07.34%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 6. 4th of July Waterfront Day Party - Skyline, sunset, and beats: the holy trinity of NYC summer. You haven’t lived until you’ve danced at a day party on the East River. The music hits different when you’re surrounded by the buzz of the city, the sky shifting from blue to golden to fireworks-lit magic. Great beats, a gorgeous skyline, that golden-hour glow, it all collides into one of those nights you wish you could bottle up forever. It’s the definition of what summer in New York feels like: loud, electric, and unforgettable. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/35030229-a417-4a4f-afe2-52bd11908d02/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.03.23%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 5. Cabaret - Billy Porter. Enough said. The moment I found out he was starring in this Broadway classic, I knew I had to go and he was absolutely breathtaking. The theater itself was purpose-built for the show, with a stage in the center and seats wrapped all around, making you feel like you’ve stepped right into the nightclub. Beyond the spectacle, the message resonates so deeply with everything happening in the world right now. It’s theater at its best: immersive, timely, and powerful enough to make you forget life outside those walls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/9a756c00-07c0-41ba-a58d-1139418c8ccd/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.06.11%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 4. Crown Shy - Don’t just take the elevator upstairs. While most people make a beeline for Overstory, the restaurant downstairs is a destination in its own right. The warm pesto-stuffed bread alone could have been the entire meal, but then the pork katsu arrived and completely stole the show. It’s understated luxury at its finest: the kind of spot you’ll quietly brag about discovering before everyone else does. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/5eb9962b-15cd-4a1b-9725-99f92c6546f7/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.04.31%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 3. Tokyo Record Bar - Dinner, DJ, and dancing — all in one bite-sized package. Not just because my friend manages it . This six-course omakase experience is intimate and unforgettable: a tiny jewel box inspired by the vinyl bars of Japan. You start by picking a record, the DJ spins it into the night’s soundtrack, and you leave with a bonus seventh course to-go . Expect to sing, dance, and eat incredibly well. It’s a vibe you’ll want to relive again and again. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/a71054da-ff74-4fa6-8453-19a97ff5b4cd/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.05.17%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 2. Overstory - 360° views and cocktails that don’t miss. After months of trying to go, I finally made it, and it was worth every second. Manhattan stretched out in every direction, sparkling like the dazzling queen she is, while cocktails arrived like works of art and ice so crystal clear you can see right through it, (the El Bandito stole my heart). It’s one of those rare places where the view, the drinks, and the vibe line up perfectly, the kind of night that makes you fall in love with New York all over again. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/bf6c95c2-cb47-49f2-8060-a1ade2c779ec/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.03.09%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ - 1. Masquerade - Phantom fans, this one’s your fever dream come true. This was the New York experience of my summer, maybe of my life here so far. The next chapter of Phantom of the Opera left me absolutely speechless. I’m still getting chills thinking about it now. The production pulls you in from the first note and doesn’t let go, it’s haunting, immersive, and heartbreakingly beautiful all at once. I won’t spoil it for you (you’ll thank me later), but if you’ve ever wanted live Phantom? This is your chance. Tickets are still available for October and November — and trust me, you don’t want to miss out. It’s the kind of emotional journey you’ll carry with you long after the final curtain falls. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/2f7c02f3-f07b-4e9d-af93-8ea9c5f2dd53/Screenshot+2025-09-01+at+9.02.50%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — Summer Edition ☀️ ✨ Bonus✨ Kaskade Undux - Kaskade knows how to orchestrate a night. I can’t even rank him because he’ll always top my list, every single time. His sets are flawless: building, lifting, and landing with precision, and the venue under the K Bridge added this raw, electric energy you don’t find anywhere else. The perfect ending to Labor Day weekend, and a reminder of how music can etch itself into your memory forever. The soundtrack of summer… and my whole life. https://www.unebonnevivante.com/blog/-breaking-up-with-your-old-life-the-self-love-story-you-deserve- monthly 0.5 2025-07-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/55b54796-cfd0-4698-b9c3-86cc781aa635/Screenshot+2025-07-11+at+1.38.13%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - ✨ Breaking Up With Your Old Life: The Self-Love Story You Deserve ✨ The best breakup I ever had wasn’t with a boyfriend. It wasn’t even with a person. It was with an entire version of my life that I’d outgrown — the city that no longer felt like home, the job that drained me, the routine that kept me small, the stale expectations of who I should be. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/20224474-0bae-41c2-bbb9-79c7d56ea12a/Screenshot+2025-07-11+at+1.39.05%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - ✨ Breaking Up With Your Old Life: The Self-Love Story You Deserve ✨ - ✨ The Best Part: Falling in Love With Yourself… and Maybe Someone New? ✨ https://www.unebonnevivante.com/blog/nyc-top-10-june-2025 monthly 0.5 2025-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/4e6dcc50-c87c-42eb-a6dc-cba2846e4938/Screenshot+2025-06-29+at+2.53.39%E2%80%AFPM.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - This month wasn’t about checking off every restaurant on my list or pretending life is perfect — it was about finding moments that reminded me exactly why I moved here in the first place. June tested me (losing a job will do that), but it also gave me so many little New York reminders that I’m right where I’m supposed to be - even if I don’t have it all figured out yet. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/33db20bb-7d39-47da-b6d6-72990ead13f8/IMG_0648.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 10. Sadelle’s - SoHo brunch gem for feeling like that girl I decided to pop into this cute little SoHo spot after getting my hair done next door at Cutler. You know that feeling when you have a fresh cut and suddenly want to treat yourself like the lady of leisure you are? That was me. They’re known for their famous bagel tower and brunch spreads, but I was feeling a little more “Upper East Side lunch date” that day - so I ordered oysters and a chicken Waldorf salad. Both were fabulous. Sometimes you just need to remind yourself that you are that girl who takes herself out for oysters at 1 PM on a Friday. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/d4692dd3-92df-450b-8775-27b00e76e597/Screenshot+2025-06-29+at+2.02.51%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 9. Sunset Boulevard - Nicole Scherzinger & Broadway magic I was actually lucky enough to see two Broadway shows this month - Operation Mincemeat was delightful in its own quirky way - but the minute Nicole Scherzinger stepped on stage as Norma Desmond, it was over. She was electric - every note, every glance, every dramatic moment was pure Broadway magic. I laughed, I gasped, I nearly stood up mid-show to give her a standing ovation. This production closes July 20th, so if you’re on the fence: run, don’t walk. There’s nothing like a Broadway night to make you fall in love with NYC all over again. Check out Sunset Boulevard’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/sunsetblvdmusical/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/05903fe9-c37d-4d88-bd06-99dbbbb115ba/IMG_0921.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 8. Rosevale Cocktail Room - Pre-show martinis & girl dinner vibes This spot was an unexpected gem before my Broadway night out. I was early for Sunset Boulevard and needed a quick martini and a little snack - which turned into the best solo girl dinner: fries with multiple dipping sauces (yes, plural), salmon tartare cones, and the most decadent dirty martini with a blue cheese olive that came with a sidecar. But here’s what makes Rosevale unforgettable: the staff are absolute angels. When I accidentally walked out on my tab (mortifying, I know. I thought I’d paid!), they kindly texted me to come back, offered to hold me a table for after the show and reserved a spot for me to enjoy their live jazz music. I ended up making friends at the theater, dragged them along, and the staff got us a bigger table. 10/10 good vibes and hospitality. Check out Rosevale Cocktail Room’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/rosevalecocktailroom/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/80466847-2691-4a2a-b7b0-c661d510d7ae/Screenshot+2025-06-29+at+2.28.38%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 7. Soho House - Exclusive martinis & Sex and the City dreams Look, if you get the chance to be someone’s plus one at Soho House, you take it. This iconic members-only spot has been on my bucket list since I first dreamt of moving here. The martinis were divine (obviously), but it’s the people-watching and the feeling of slipping into a real-life episode of Sex and the City that makes it special. Everyone is impossibly cool and effortlessly chic. For a few hours, so are you. Here’s to manifesting my own membership card someday. Check out Soho House’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/sohohouse/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/87888c38-5dbc-4b9f-9333-a376a7b0d604/IMG_0634.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 6. Shinji’s - Decadent decor & next-level martinis Super unassuming from the outside, absolutely jaw-dropping on the inside - that’s Shinji’s. I’m talking decadent decor, low lighting, and the showstopper: a larger-than-life octopus installation that wraps along the wall. You almost forget you’re there for the drinks - until they arrive. My dirty martini came with powdered olives on the side (yes, you dip your finger in them like a snack — trust me, it works). They also have a hot-cold toddy shot, somehow both piping hot and ice-cold at the same time. Shinji’s is one of those places that makes you feel like you’ve unlocked a secret corner of the city. Check out Shinji’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/shinjisbar/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/9ae5e3ab-7658-4809-b3f8-025d1702d6ff/IMG_0623.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 5. Martiny’s - Award-winning Japanese cocktail bar It should be obvious how a place called Martiny’s made this list! This cocktail bar is a masterclass in charm. Housed in a former carriage house from the 1800s, the exposed brick and cozy vibe feel so quintessentially New York. It’s no wonder it’s consistently on lists of the best bars in the world - their martinis are that good. Expect a wait, but it’s worth every second. You’ll want to linger, sip slowly, and make every moment last. Check out Martiny’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/martinys_nyc/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/f3cf90fc-f8e0-4954-a756-5be80b19eb88/Screenshot+2025-06-29+at+2.32.16%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 4. Hawksmoor - A carnivore’s dream steakhouse This place has been on my NYC must-try list since day one. I finally got to sink my teeth into the experience — literally. The steak was seared and salty on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside. I’m pretty sure I blacked out for a second from pure joy. The vibe is classic steakhouse with a bit of that New York edge - perfect for a treat-yourself dinner or to impress your favorite carnivore. If you’re looking for a new spot for a celebration, Hawksmoor’s your place. I’m still daydreaming about that first bite. Check out Hawksmoor’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/hawksmoornyc/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/a058ecab-4e63-4965-835e-ce12ff2e8754/IMG_0660.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 3. L’industrie Pizza - Iconic Brooklyn slice with the fam Another one that had been on my radar forever. When my parents came to visit, they obviously wanted “real New York pizza,” and I knew L’industrie was the one to try. Risky bringing first-timers somewhere I hadn’t vetted, but trust - this place lives up to the hype. I had a slice of their signature burrata pie (heaven) and split a fig, jam, and bacon slice with my parents because it looked too good to skip. Both were ridiculous in the best way. It’s easily the best NY slice I’ve had so far -don’t @ me, I still have a long list of NY pizza to get through, but I’ll be back here, no question. Check out L’industrie’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/lindustriebk/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/8da06946-cca5-49d6-8b08-53d019b2531c/IMG_0152.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 2. Daybreaker Heat Wave - Sober sauna rave & new friends This month was all about unique experiences, and Daybreaker was one for the books. Imagine: a sober rave inside a sauna - yes, you read that right - complete with breathwork in a steamy sauna room, ice bath plunges, and then dancing in bathing suits with the coolest crowd ever. Even better? I went with a random woman I met on Instagram (who has since become one of my good friends!) because she saw my April Top 10 list - talk about full circle! It was wholesome, sweaty, and so much fun. If you’ve never tried one of Daybreaker’s events, they do them all over the country, and I can’t recommend it enough. Be prepared to leave with a full heart and sore feet. Check out Daybreaker’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/dybrkr/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/754c4a42-8740-446c-91e6-c882f0011293/Screenshot+2025-06-29+at+2.46.35%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - Top 10 Places in NYC — June Countdown ✨ - 1. Fred Again Pop-Up - A spontaneous rave that healed my soul This was THE moment this month — the experience that reminded me exactly why I moved to New York. Picture this: I’m at the gym, feeling down about losing my job, the uncertainty of starting over in this city, and I’m blasting Fred Again. I remember seeing videos of his NYC pop-up last year and thinking, “God, I hope I’m lucky enough to experience something like that.” Hours later, I see him streaming on Twitch, announcing a last-minute show that night. Thousands of people scrambling for tickets and somehow, after hitting refresh 100 times, I got one. I sang, danced, laughed, cried - every emotion in one night. It was the best therapy session I could’ve asked for. Even if a pop-up rave isn’t your thing, take this as your sign: do something spontaneous on a random Tuesday night. It might just remind you exactly who the f*** you are. 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Your espresso has kicked in, and you raise your coupe to yourself: Cheers, babe. You’re here. Back at your hotel, slightly buzzed and fully giddy, you shower, slip into your pre-planned outfit, and add a swipe of red lipstick. You’re not just going out — you’re making an entrance. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/f78a2aef-899c-4375-9d2c-0ce29464a633/%F0%9F%8D%BE+Day+One+Champagne+Problem+I+may+have+booked+the+modest+hotel%2C+but+it+was+supposed+to+be+a+modest+room+with+a+view+of+the+Moulin+Rouge.+Unfortunately%2C+no+one+informed+me+the+hotel+%E2%80%94+and+said+%E2%80%9Cgo+%281%29.png Blog - 48 Hours in Paris Like a Bonne Vivante - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/8b75136a-13b0-46fe-ad98-ae2d35e91a61/3T9A8704.JPG Blog - 48 Hours in Paris Like a Bonne Vivante Everyone claps. You grin like a kid at fireworks. You weren’t going to stay for the second show… but of course you do. One is never enough. This time, a photographer with lights and heart-shaped balloons approaches. You negotiate. You pose. You twirl. And you capture the main character moment. The Eiffel Tower sparkles again, somehow brighter than before. A street musician starts playing something soft and French on the trombone as you sip the last of your champagne. Voilà. Lights off. Magic made. You grab a late-night crepe and stroll home, smiling — with Nutella on your fingers and a little sparkle still in your soul. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/f974cd21-35a0-4cdf-88af-254c1494dfe9/%F0%9F%8D%BE+Day+One+Champagne+Problem+I+may+have+booked+the+modest+hotel%2C+but+it+was+supposed+to+be+a+modest+room+with+a+view+of+the+Moulin+Rouge.+Unfortunately%2C+no+one+informed+me+the+hotel+%E2%80%94+and+said+%E2%80%9Cgo+%282%29.png Blog - 48 Hours in Paris Like a Bonne Vivante - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/4e322959-7cd3-4133-ae9f-4358db5269f1/%F0%9F%8D%BE+Day+One+Champagne+Problem+I+may+have+booked+the+modest+hotel%2C+but+it+was+supposed+to+be+a+modest+room+with+a+view+of+the+Moulin+Rouge.+Unfortunately%2C+no+one+informed+me+the+hotel+%E2%80%94+and+said+%E2%80%9Cgo+%283%29.png Blog - 48 Hours in Paris Like a Bonne Vivante - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.unebonnevivante.com/blog/solo-trip-paris-life-changing monthly 0.5 2025-05-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757176499-RON4FKMQSR6CIY90EPJE/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.16.25%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757175813-AU96HDG8T2A14YBHXSGG/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.16.57%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757180701-7AFYICVYFOU9J0W1IRIV/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.17.30%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757181117-S9Q3PPMUARZY4IWAP215/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.17.44%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757188255-7FWKPPGG4X6VS76C1WPM/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.17.54%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757186291-LII5Y9IYNY3DYPY1VYP9/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.18.04%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757192322-34F7CC9YONJ9YIVRRNTL/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.18.12%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757192645-PNTN10FH2T6WY22UV1C7/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.18.22%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757195060-VIH2Q3RP2B1CGRM9SNZP/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.18.30%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757282366-3WABBIZIGL2O485ZWKCP/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.16.35%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757282173-009026HI5GUUUKG45FU4/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.16.46%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1746757285033-LLECS4M0QKHVNT0Z65T8/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.17.09%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/1e552357-d697-4532-8eb4-0c405bc6ed4f/Screenshot+2025-05-08+at+10.17.37%E2%80%AFPM.png Blog - I Took a Solo Trip to Paris and Fell in Love With My Life — Here’s How You Can Too - One name. One lock. One love story — mine. On January 14, 2018, I stood on the Lovers’ Bridge in Paris — not to seal a promise with someone else, but to make one to myself. That day, I didn’t just fall in love with the city. I fell in love with me. https://www.unebonnevivante.com/blog/april-in-nyc-top-places monthly 0.5 2025-06-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/eefffa82-de1b-4fcb-89f6-81bdbbcb1245/IMG_9549.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 10. Gertrude’s – Latkes, martinis & cozy vibes This cute little neighborhood bistro in Prospect Heights is serving Jewish comfort food with a side of charm. The latkes? Crispy golden perfection. The martini? Smooth, classic, and topped with both an olive and a lemon twist (a combo I didn’t know I needed). The energy was laid back but intentional—the kind of place you stumble into one rainy day (like i did) and never want to leave. Check out Gertrude’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/gertrudesnyc/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/03b6ce04-e590-4bf3-b563-408581ebd4f0/IMG_9494.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 9. Ursula – Juicy tacos & Bed-Stuy neighborhood love A cocktail bar slash restaurant tucked right in my new neighborhood of Bed-Stuy. Their all-day menu is casual but full of flavor, and the lamb carnitas tacos? I’m still thinking about them. They were recently brought back after being off the menu, and thank God, because I would’ve missed out on a top-tier taco moment. Cozy, low-key, and dangerously close to my apartment Check out Ursula’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/ursula_brooklyn/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/03127a66-077e-43c3-b7e7-026a80db0ab3/IMG_9280.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 8. The Beekman Hotel Bar Room – Martinis & Manhattan grandeur A historic New York moment. Think: dim lighting, moody elegance, and the kind of space that makes you sit a little taller in your seat. I popped in for a martini and ended up soaking in the ambience like a scene out of an old movie. A perfect spot for a pre-dinner drink or a glamorous solo outing when you’re feeling that main character energy. Check out The Beekman’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebeekmanny/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/88a7b62b-a7f9-4d3b-8f34-0a9598c0d789/IMG_9533.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 7. Nonna Dora’s – Affordable luxury & handmade pasta heaven I had a fabulous three-course dinner here for only $54—and it included handmade pasta, buffalo ricotta, and flavors that made me want to weep. (And yes, I’m still obsessed with mozzarella di bufala and all her dairy relatives.) Bonus: they do the same meal for just $38 at lunch. A total steal in NYC. This is that “treat yourself, but responsibly” spot I’ll be returning to again and again. Check out Nonna Dora’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/nonnadorasnyc/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/74eabb0a-d01a-4cda-b7d7-7e3e0b080b46/IMG_8739.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 6. Saraghina – My first New Yorker meal: pizza dreams unlocked This one is sentimental. Saraghina was my very first meal as a Brooklynite, and it delivered. Napoli-style pizza done right, with that signature charred crust and—yes—mozzarella di bufala. The kind of pizza that makes you close your eyes for a second longer. A neighborhood classic with warm vibes and all the comfort. Check out Saraghina’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/saraghinabrooklyn/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/b05becdf-3710-4d23-84c7-553a2803906a/IMG_8831.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 5. Daniel – Dining like a duchess on the Upper East Side Daniel is legendary for a reason. From the moment I walked in, I felt like royalty. The service, the plating, the ambience—it was all perfection. It’s definitely on the splurge side of the spectrum, but worth every single dollar. This is not your casual Tuesday night pasta—this is your “I’ve arrived” dinner. And baby, I have arrived. Check out Restaurant Daniel’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/restaurantdaniel/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/a57aea2b-995c-42f9-903e-71af1ad5aa78/IMG_9247.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 4. Bagel Pub – The bagel that set the bar My first real New York bagel experience had to be big—and Bagel Pub delivered. I went with an egg everything bagel (obviously) and jalapeño cream cheese, and I’ve been ruined ever since. I’ve been on a mission to find other amazing bagels, but this one set the bar high. A bagel so good, you contemplate moving in next door. Check out Bagel Pub’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/bagelpub/ https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/287086ed-030b-4112-8ba8-8d59ec494dac/IMG_9547.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 3. Salon on Kingston – Live Latin jazz & secret speakeasy energy This spot is unlike anything else on the list. Tucked away in Bed-Stuy, it’s an unassuming venue that doubles as a nonprofit art space. I stumbled in on a Thursday night and was lucky enough to catch a live Latin jazz band—and they were phenomenal. Drinks are simple and fairly priced, and the vibe is intimate, sexy, and full of soul. It felt like a little secret, and now I’m sharing it with you. Check out Salon on Kingston’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/salononkingston/?hl=en https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/67b37eabea812635c9d811bb/728e7e6f-0c7d-45ca-a06e-0a3260fbe981/IMG_8802.jpg Blog - Top 10 Places I Loved in NYC This April (Food, Drinks & Hidden Gems) - 2. Bemelmans Bar – Iconic martinis & “I’ve made it” moments Bemelman’s Bar is one of those New York staples that lives up to the hype. The hand-painted murals by Ludwig Bemelmans. The live piano. The $45 martini with a sidecar that makes you feel like you’ve just signed a publishing deal. I sat at the bar alone and thought, “This is it. I’m really in New York now.” Timeless, fabulous, and totally worth saving for special occasions—or at least, special outfits. 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