Last month, my boyfriend and I went on our first ever baecation together!
Even though we’ve been in a relationship for almost two and a half years, we’ve never really had the chance to take the time to go on vacation together. When we first started dating, I was in my post-grad and now as we’re both bloggers (and I also have a full-time gig as a Production Specialist) we live exceptionally busy lives. So, when Siren Communications wanted to send us on our first vacation together to Starfish Cayo Santa Maria, an all-inclusive resort in Cuba, we were ecstatic!
Here’s a behind the scenes look at our stay…
The resort was filled with brightly-coloured buildings. There’s nothing greater than waking up to a place that’s so vibrant and full of such pretty pastels!
There’s Mr. Cavaliere himself, just scoping out sunny the views. You can’t tell from this photo, but he was wearing a button-down short-sleeved shirt with tiny little hula girls on it!
Thankfully, I planned ahead and brought many floral dresses to compliment our tropical resort! The weather was absolutely gorgeous the day we shot this, so wearing a flowy dress was perfect in the heat.
The pools (oh that’s right, you heard me – there were multiple pools!!) were huge, yet super relaxing. There were also many pretty palm trees surrounding the area and lots of comfy pool chairs to choose from!
This pretty bar quickly became one of our favourite places to spend our afternoons. And we definitely had our fair share of cute tropical cocktails!
Okay, so maybe quite a few adult beverages were enjoyed… we were on vacation, after all!
The little strip of beach was covered in gorgeous, white sand.
All-in-all we were super happy with our first baecation together!
Parts of the Starfish Cayo Santa Maria were actually destroyed by the hurricane that had hit Cuba in May, but the lovely hotel staff and maintenance teams were doing their best to make the hotel presentable and efficient once more. There’s still some ways to go (as you can imagine), but they’re headed off to a great start!
Now Jonathan and I can’t wait for our next vacation together and see where our travels will take us. Thanks again to Siren Communications for the adventure!
With love,
So pretty!! Love all the pictures
xx
Mónica Sors
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Thanks so much, Monica!
xo,
H
ok I can’t! This makes me crave the sun! I need summer to be back here (or to book a trip ASAP)
-Didier
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Omggg I can’t wait for summer either. Maybe we need to book a trip somewhere hot together!!
xo,
H
So great post and this pictures that you added here are amazing!
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Awe thanks so much for stopping by, Anya!
xo,
H
I’ve never been but it looks amazing there!!
xx- Nina
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It was really pretty!
xo,
H
This place looks absolutely stunning! Such a dream vacation! http://mariannyc.com/2018/01/29/its-my-birthday-26-lessons-ive-learned/
Thanks so much for taking a read, Mariann 🙂
xo,
H
What a beautiful resort!
The prettiest!!
xo,
H
This is so sweet. I’m so happy you got to spend time together in such a beautiful resort.
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Awe thanks so much, Radi — we were super happy too!
xo,
H
I love this post looks like you had so much fun!
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Alessa Bernal
We definitely did, thanks Alessa!
xo,
H
Wow, such a wonderful place to stay!
With love from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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Thanks so much for stopping by, Rena!
xo,
H
Such dreamy pics! Making me pine for a holiday now!
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Who doesn’t love a good vacation?
xo,
H
This resort looks absolutely divine! Isn’t traveling with bae just the best? 😉 My husband and I are always booking trips!
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Awe that’s so fun!! And totally, travelling with bae was great!
xo,
H
Congrats on your baecation! It is always nice to chill with loved ones. The images look gorgeous.
LaToya
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Thanks so much, LaToya!
xo,
H
your photos are stunning, hillory! i want to hear all about this romantic getaway, in person, next time we see each other!!
also… “we live exceptionally busy lives”… understatement lol!
Nick
Bahahha love you! And we need to catch up soon!!
xo,
H
Wow, this looks amazing.. Hope you had a great vacation! <3
TheNormcoreRebel
Thanks so much for stopping by 🙂
xo,
H
This place looks like a dream! Totally love your pics and the dresses you’re wearing are stunning.
xx Simone
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Awe thank you Simone!
xo,
H
Oh my GOODNESSSSSSSS. These pictures are gorgeous Hillory! I hope you guys had a fantastic time! I have a tropical vacation booked in May and it could not come sooner. The snow actually looks really pretty right now but I’d trade it for white sand in a SECOND.
x
Awe thanks so much Elizabeth!! Omg we’re also going to New York in May — can’t wait!!
xo,
H
What a great place! It looks amazing there. Your photos are beautiful.
Gemma x
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Awe thanks so much, Gemma!
xo,
H
Ohh I love it so much xxx
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Thanks girly!
xo,
H
Great post, I like it 🙂 fantastic pictures 🙂
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Thanks for taking a read!!
xo,
H
Wow, this resort looks amazing! It looks like the perfect place to relax! Beautiful photos!
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Soooo relaxing (and super easy to photograph haha)
xo,
H
Aww that’s so lovely for you to have your first trip together, what an amazing treat! Looks like you and Jonathan had a fab time! Love how you’re both bloggers, meaning I’m sure there are plenty of opportunities on the horizon for you both! Such stunning scenery, take me with youuuuu!
Jaz xoxo
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It definitely was and we had a great time together! Thanks so much for taking a read, Jaz 🙂
xo,
H
WOW these pictures are so beautiful! I can’t remember when was the last time that my husband and I went on vacay 😛 Glad to hear you’ve had a wonderful time with your boyfriend! This place is amazing!
Vivian x
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Haha awe he needs to get on that and take you on vacation asap!! We had the best time, thanks so much 🙂
xo,
H
Cool place and great pics, it looks like you both had a great time…
xoxo
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We definitely did!
xo,
H
What a gorgeous place! Loving your cute little lob and overall look too. The photos you shot are incredible. I love the one on the beach. 🙂
-Emily http://www.coatandcoffee.com
Awe thanks so much girl!
xo,
H
Oh mineeee….this place is breathtaking!! I wouldn’t mind going on a baecation here at all. Great photos and you look great in your floral numbers.
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Awe thanks so much girly!!
xo,
H
beautiful photos! so peaceful 😀
bisous
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Thanks so much Rita!
xo,
H
Absolutely in love with that place! The vibes and harmonies from it are so captivating, a must go 😀
With love,
xx
Patricia & Miguel
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Thanks for stopping by guys!
xo,
H
It’s so cute that you called the trip a baecation! It took me almost 3 years before going on my first vacation with my boyfriend so you’re fine XD. The hotel looks gorgeous! Everything looks so high end and LOVE the cocktail ;).
Glad to hear that you enjoyed your first baecation together! It’s good that the hotel is being worked on the best way possible despite the hurricane!
exquisitely.me
Awe no way!! We were too excited too wait that long haha.
xo,
H
This resort looks so pretty and makes me want to jet off on a vacation ASAP!!! Serious wanderlust right now.
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