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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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Houston, TX: Rodeo Fun

by adminupdated on December 18, 2018April 1, 2017

  Howdy, ya’ll! Although I don’t normally say this to people on a daily basis, hearing that greeting always puts a smile to my face; because when it comes to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, everyone is welcome to join in on the country, western fun! And with every Rodeo I attend each year, …

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Austin, TX: A One Day Getaway to SXSW

by adminupdated on July 17, 2018March 17, 2017

Returning home usually means I’m in recovery mode. And when I mean recovery mode, I….would be wiped out from all the adventures outside the parameters of my country, needless to say. I’ll be a complete hermit, going home straight from work as I stay in, watch Netflix with a mud mask, and scope out the …

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A Bright Colored World- Spring City Outfit Collab

by adminupdated on June 28, 2018March 17, 2017

  Links and widgets may earn me commission. All opinions expressed are my own. Photography by @cloeephotographer The most exciting parts of the year are when I witness the change in season: flowers are starting to bloom, Daylight Savings Time takes place, and the weather is gradually becoming warmer each day. Working day in and …

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Austin, TX: Bribery Bakery Mueller

by adminupdated on June 28, 2018March 14, 2017

I’ve always wanted to take a mini weekend road trip to Austin, and when I was planning out the itinerary, I knew I wanted to find a local bakery that fulfilled my sweet tooth cravings. Because of this, I did my usual method of finding out the best bakeries in Austin: Instagram. When my friend …

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Tips on Performance Outfits + Super Bowl LI Recap

by adminupdated on June 28, 2018March 7, 2017

Early this year, I was able to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sing for the Houston Live Exhibition for the Super Bowl Festival, a 10-day downtown fest that leads up to Super Bowl Sunday. Although I mostly share my travel and fashion endeavors on this blog, what most people may not know is that I …

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Mexico: The First Nomoon Travel Retreat

by adminupdated on July 17, 2018February 24, 2017

Tada! After performing for the Super Bowl (stay tuned for a blog post recap about it this coming week), I immediately hopped on a flight to another country that I have never been to before: Mexico! What made this trip extra special was that I was going to experience Mexico for the first time with …

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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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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 ✨🔫

Follow me @reesarei so we can explore together! 🧡🌏
(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)
A little August recap never hurt nobody ⛅️ It’s tr A little August recap never hurt nobody ⛅️ It’s truly a summer I’ll remember for a long time 💕 

Starting off with my favorite cafe @milliescoffeenyc and their amazing matcha lattes #astoriaqueens #cafe 

When the siblings come to town - there must be an obligatory selfie 🤳🏼 ❤️ #family #inlaws 

Iykyk 🤭 #bubbletea #flushing 

We literally watched @sixthemusical again this month just to watch @jasmine_forsberg perform again 🎶 

A masterpiece collection from @irisvanherpen at the @brooklynmuseum 💕

No words ✨

Solo night in Broadway watching @twostrangersmusical 💝 Such a cute show! #twostrangersmusical 

Having some Greek frozen yogurt is my new obsession 🍨 @myka_greek.usa 

Because watching @heathersmusical wouldn’t be the same without @belikelydi  #heathersmusical #offbroadway 

Bingsu double date sounds like a great idea to me 💕 @seoulsweetsnyc #ktown 

The most perfect day in Central Park 🍃 @centralparknyc 

Watching @alex.eala play for the first time at the @usopen was incredible 🎾 #tennis #usopen 

Fun end-of-year celebration with live music and friends 🎶 @momaps1 #lic #momaps1

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