Christmas is almost here!

Love,

Photography: Laura Beltran-Rubio

Christmas Giants

Walking on Avenue of the Americas has become one of my favourite passtimes lately, not because it's close to home, but mostly because I can't get over the giant Christmas decorations that are illuminating the area these days. I'm particularly in love with these enormous fairy lights!

Love,

Photography: Laura Beltran-Rubio

Christmas Traditions: Candle Party!

One of my favourite Colombian traditions is lighting candles on December 7. It's originally supposed to celebrate the rise of Virgin Mary to Heaven––yes, we're a deeply Catholic country––but to me it was more like a fun excuse to play around with my friends, eat good traditional dishes, and spend time with my family.

Although this year I skipped the whole traditional dishes/family time this year, I did have the chance to light some candles and celebrate with one of my closest childhood friends, who happens to be visiting for a few days. We also tried to remember our childhood days when we used the candle wax to do huge balls and other figures, but apparently that's an ability that goes away as you grow up... We failed completely when trying to do out figures!

But we did have a lot of fun, and I'm glad I have her with me for a few days. It definitely makes me feel less far from home!

Love,

Photography: Laura Beltran-Rubio

Travel Diaries: Welcome to Florence!

Upon our arrival to Florence, we decided to explore the town at night. This is a wonderful, historical place, and we didn't want to go to bed before walking in the wonderful streets of the town center.

Luckily, our hotel was located in the center, so we were at walking distance from the major city attractions. We went to see the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio and Ponte Vecchio. This last one is supposed to be better during the day––since it's when all the jewelleries are open––but the lights in the Arno are definitely way better at night! Don't you just love to see their reflection in the water?

Love,

Photography: Laura Beltran-Rubio