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5 Years in New York City: A Love Letter to the City That Made Me

I Wore my Mom's Clothes During NYFW
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When My Job Became My Breaking Point

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How We Met: Finding Love in the City That Never Sleeps

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I’ve Been MIA + Here’s What Happened.

by adminupdated on August 14, 2018August 14, 20188 Comments on I’ve Been MIA + Here’s What Happened.

Follow my blog with Bloglovin I will be the first to admit that this explanation is long overdue. The amount of time drafting this post and the excessive excuses I’ve reasoned in my mind thinking, “This isn’t interesting enough and nobody cares,” was what made me halt from even typing a single word about what …

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Beauty Items that are Perfect for Travel

by adminupdated on July 31, 2018July 30, 2018

I wish I was one of those women who didn’t wear makeup, who grew out of wearing winged eyeliner, and didn’t desire to sport a red lipstick on a Saturday night. Unfortunately, I’ll be the first to admit that even a traveling schedule can’t shake my hardcore beauty obsession. Now that my current makeup collection …

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The Best Nordstrom Anniversary Sale Items for the Stylish Jetsetter

by adminupdated on July 25, 2018July 25, 2018

Thank you to Lili Alessandra for sponsoring the giveaway included in this post. To be completely honest, my love for shopping has dwindled every year since I started blogging. As much as I love fashion, the thought of splurging on a new pair of shoes doesn’t satisfy me as much as a trip to Tulum. …

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The Inside Look of Royal Sonesta Houston

by adminupdated on July 29, 2018July 18, 2018

This blog post is in sponsorship with Royal Sonesta Houston. All opinions are my own. The secret to “living large” in Houston is to stay at a fancy schmancy hotel, they say. Sounds simple, right? Get a bottle of wine, order room service, and dance around in your pj’s with a window view of the city …

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The Prettiest Instagrammable Food Spots in Houston

by adminupdated on December 7, 2018July 18, 2018

The summer season has been making me want to try more food, and with every brunch planning, I keep asking my friends, “Does the place have a pretty aesthetic?” “Does the restaurant have some cute food?” Great tasting food isn’t just the only factor when it comes to the food industry these days. With sites …

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The Quick Solo Travel Guide to Anaheim, CA

by adminupdated on July 17, 2018July 5, 2018

When you first hear about Anaheim, you’re probably thinking about Disneyland and the millions of crowded young families walking across W Katella Ave. This was what I experienced firsthand when I stayed in Anaheim the first few days during my time in California. I remembered vulnerably sharing on my Instagram Stories how much I felt out of place …

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I’m Reesa Rei — a Filipino-American creator based in NYC. I share travel, lifestyle, and culture through authentic stories and visuals. When I’m not exploring the city or the world, I’m crafting genuine content as a UGC creator. Thanks for stopping by!

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Bangkok has a cafe that’s basically a real life do Bangkok has a cafe that’s basically a real life dollhouse 🎀 Cassette Coffee Bar in Siam Square is all pink everything, and I could not stop taking photos. Grabbed a matcha latte and a slice of cake while I was there, both so good, and the latte was only around $4 USD! Add this one to your list if you’re craving something sweet in the middle of your Bangkok adventures.

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📍264/4 Siam Square Soi 3, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand

#CassetteCoffeeBar #BangkokCafe #SiamSquare #ThailandTravel #PinkAesthetic
Photos from Bangkok, Thailand or else it didn’t ha Photos from Bangkok, Thailand or else it didn’t happen 🇹🇭 

A little sneak peek into my Thailand trip…because this carousel is just the starter dish, the full recap is the main course coming soon 🍜👀 From wandering through beautiful temples, shopping my way through the city, to relaxing hotel pool days and eating Thai food on repeat… this trip had it all. 🤩 Make sure you swipe all the way to the end…there’s a little Songkran surprise waiting for you ✨🔫

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(Throwback 2024)

#BangkokThailand #ThailandTravel #TravelThrowback #TBT2024 #WanderlustDiaries
📍 Postcard from Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭✨ (throwback t 📍 Postcard from Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭✨ (throwback to a trip that still lives in my head)

This trip was all about soaking up the culture. I got so lucky with timing… I was there during Songkran, Thailand’s water festival, where the entire city turns into one giant water fight every April 13-15. Getting splashed by strangers on the street was pure joy and chaos in the best way. I also explored a stunning temple, did way too much shopping, cozied up at my hotel, and ate mango sticky rice daily… no shame. 🥭

Bangkok gave me culture, chaos, and the best desserts. Miss this trip so much 🧡

Follow me @reesarei for more hidden gems in NYC! ✨🌏

#Songkran #BangkokThailand #ThailandTravel #TravelThrowback #traveler
Voted one of the best airports in the world, and n Voted one of the best airports in the world, and now I get why ✈️🌿 From the indoor orchard garden to duty-free shopping at Fendi, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci (all open 24/7), to dinner at Comptoir Libanais and a middle-of-the-night spa massage… this layover hit different. Open 24/7 for travelers at any hour ✨ @hiaqatar 

📍Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
✈️ Throwback to 2024 

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#dohaqatar #visitqatar #hamadairport #dohalife #travelreels
Layover but make it luxury ✨ Throwback to my time Layover but make it luxury ✨ Throwback to my time at Hamad International Airport in Doha, Qatar 🛩️ It was hands down one of the most magical layovers I’ve ever had 🙌🏼 @hiaqatar 

From the moment I stepped into The Orchard (yes, an actual indoor tropical garden in the middle of an airport 🌿), I knew this stop was going to be special. I wandered under the famous giant teddy bear installation, sipped the most beautiful FENDI-stamped coffee at Fendi Caffè, indulged in a 24/7 spa day complete with a robe + tea service moment, and then sat down for the most delicious Middle Eastern spread - hummus, warm bread, and the dreamiest dessert to finish it off 💕

If you ever have a long layover in Doha, do NOT skip the airport experience. It’s a destination in itself 💛

📍 Hamad International Airport, Doha, Qatar
✈️ Throwback to 2024 

(swipe for the full experience →)

#LayoverGoals #HamadAirport #DohaAirport #AirportAesthetic #TravelTok
My camera roll summed up my summer better than I c My camera roll summed up my summer better than I could ➡️ it all starts with a 5k run 🏃🏻‍♀️ @nycruns ☀️ #SummerRecap #CameraRollDump #NYCSummer #SummerMemories #SoftSummer 

It wouldn’t be a summer without spending it with my girls over a proper afternoon tea 🍰 

Attended some really cute influencer events 💝

I was finally able to go to all the food spots I’ve been wanting to try (& easily deal with the long lines) @goldendinerny 

Enjoying the summer weather in nyc (by the shade haha) 😆 

Love having solo lunch dates in my neighborhood 💕

Got the chance to see the @mets play ⚾️

Got the chance to do some proper self care 🧴

The bestie celebrated Fourth of July with me 🇺🇸 

Got the chance to travel and experience some incredible places (more of that coming) ✈️

Caught up watching some musicals with friends @belikelydi @heathersmusical 

Saw incredible fashion & art @brooklynmuseum @irisvanherpen 

Lucky enough to attend the @usopen again this year and watch my favorite tennis player play 🎾 (iykyk)

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