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  1. Fantastic ideas! I am so glad to stumble across this article while I am searching for some unique accommodations myself! As a landscape photographer, I love the most unassuming places to stay where you can be submersed in nature. XO

    • The Blonde Abroad

      Wouldn’t these places be such a dream to stay at…and photograph?!

  2. Kristin

    I LOVE places like this! I stayed in a really cool open air tree house in Costa Rica, and now I try to seek out interesting places like this whenever I can! Lots of great places to add to my list. Thanks!

    • The Blonde Abroad

      Hey Kristin – that sounds so cool! I would love to the same 🙂

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Escape the winter chill for a place where the sun shines all year ☀️ @waldorfastoriacostarica
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This brand-new property is truly a dream—incredible ocean views, luxury amenities, and more pools than I’ve ever seen at a hotel in my entire life.

🧖‍♀️ The Spa

A sanctuary of modern wellness and local healing traditions—volcanic mud rituals, rainforest-inspired therapies, and personalized treatments that feel deeply grounding.

🛎️ Amenities

World-class service, beachfront access, curated excursions, a stunning collection of pools, and elevated touches everywhere you turn. Newly opened, but already operating like a seasoned 5-star icon.

💦 Kids’ Club

With crafts, toys and an outdoor playground—traveling with littles has never felt so easy (or so fun). 

🥑 The Food

Fresh, locally sourced Costa Rican flavors blended with elevated dining. Oceanfront bites, poolside snacks, and beautifully crafted dishes you don’t have to leave the property to enjoy.

🦜 Nature & Wildlife Adventures

Costa Rica never disappoints when it comes to nature, but this trip was next-level. We took a private boat tour with @nolimitadventurescr and the kids are still talking about it. We spotted turtles gliding through the water, discovered remote beaches, and even squeezed in some tubing—pure magic for the little ones and the grown-ups alike.

We’re already counting the days until we come back. ✨ If you’re looking for a luxury family-friendly getaway in Costa Rica, this is your spot!

A huge thank you to @waldorfastoriacostarica for hosting us on this sunshine-soaked getaway!
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I found foodie paradise… and it’s in New England 🦞🍩🍺
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More specifically, Portland, Maine!

Last fall I took a roundtrip around New England for some leaf peeping, fall frolicking, and most importantly, for all of the eats. And while there are a LOT of incredible places to eat around New England, it’s Portland that has some of the absolute best foods.

From sweet potato donuts to fries made in duck fat to some of the best oysters I’ve ever had, this place is literally heaven.

Some of our fav spots:
@holydonutmaine 
@eventideoysterco 
@duckfatmaine 
@highrollerlobsterco 
@twelvemaine 
@_rose_foods_ 
@allagashbrewing 
@js_oyster 

If you want even MORE of the best local food spots around all of New England, I’ve compiled an extensive guide.

Let me know if you want the MAP and I’ll be sure to send it your way!
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#newengland #portlandmaine #visitmaine #foodie
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