Winter sunsets in Jersey🥹 📍Long Branch, NJ Winter sunsets in Jersey🥹
📍Long Branch, NJ
Check out my recent reel sharing more of this gorgeous sunset last night!
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Name this beach town in NJ!🌅🌊🐚 #newjerse Name this beach town in NJ!🌅🌊🐚
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You can now get one of the best Spanish cheeses in You can now get one of the best Spanish cheeses in New Jersey!😋🧀 @casaflorestapas 
Let your table be your canvas with Casa Flores Meseta Cheese, Quince Pasta, & Marcona Almonds! [Sponsored]
📌Shop Casa Flores cheese & more at select ShopRite stores across NJ.
I love their Meseta cheese so much—it’s perfect for a charcuterie or tapas board when hosting!
Don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more recs in and around NJ and the Northeast!
#letyourtablebeyourcanvas #tapasparty #shopritebutcherblock #casaflores #njblogger #njeats #njfoodie #cheeseboard #newjersey
5 FREE Public Gardens in NJ to Visit in 2025!🌷🪻🌸
1. Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden (Somerset, NJ)
📌Visit in June for the roses
2. Leonard J Buck Garden (Far Hills, NJ)
3. Cross Estate Gardens (Bernardsville, NJ)
📌Visit in late spring/summer for vibrant blooms
4. Sayen House and Gardens (Hamilton Township, NJ)
5. Deep Cut Gardens (Middletown, NJ)
📌Visit in summer for the rose garden
Happy exploring, and don’t forget to follow me for more fun things to do in & around NJ & the Northeast!☺️
#nj #newjersey #njthingstodo #njgardens #explorenj #visitnj #njblogger #njisntboring #njisbeautiful #northjersey #centraljersey #southjersey
Winter moments in North Jersey lately❄️📸🍝
Van Saun County Park in Bergen County is looking like a winter wonderland with the recent snowfall!
We also had a fantastic dinner at @springhousetenafly recently, which is also in Bergen County. Check out my recent reel sharing our dining experience here.
#njblogger #winterphotography #nj #newjersey #northjersey #vansaunpark #bergencountynj #bergencounty #njrestaurants #njisbeautiful #njisntboring #explorenj #visitnj #njwinter
5 Spring Bucket List Actvities in NJ🌷🌸🍓🌿
These are just 5 of many! Should I keep sharing more?😆
1. Go Tulip Picking at Holland Ridge Farms in April
(Cream Ridge, NJ) 
Paid Admission
@hollandridgefarms 
2. See the Spring Flowers at Frelinghuysen Arboretum
(Morristown, NJ)
Free to Visit
3. Visit the Grounds For Sculpture
(Hamilton, NJ)
Paid Admission
@groundsforsculpture 
4. Explore the Grounds of Cross Estate Gardens
(Bernardsville, NJ)
Free to Visit
5. Go Strawberry Picking at Battleview Orchards in May
(Freehold)
Pay For What You Pick
@bvorchards 
Don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!✨
#newjersey #nj #centraljersey #northjersey #southjersey #njthingstodo #springactivities #njisntboring #njplacestogo #explorenj #visitnj
I found your next go-to restaurant in North Jersey I found your next go-to restaurant in North Jersey!⬇️
📍Spring House, 91 W Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ
Spring House is a charming restaurant and social club with Mediterranean flare, set inside a late 1700s historical building!🍝 @springhousetenafly 
Dishes Highlighted in Video:
📌Pot of Meatballs Appetizer
📌Lasagna Bolognese (Must-Order!!!)
📌Capellacci
📌Cotoletta alla Milanese (Chicken Dish)
📌Fireside Smoked S’mores
📌Profiteroles
Everything was fantastic, and I can’t wait to go back and try more of the food!😋
Happy dining, and don’t forget to follow me for more recs in and around NJ and the Northeast!
#newjerseyfood #njrestaurant #njrestaurants #njeats #njfoodie #njfood #northjersey #northjerseyeats #bergencountynj #njblogger #njthingstodo #njlife #explorenj
The Ultimate 2025 New Jersey Bucket List (100+ Thi The Ultimate 2025 New Jersey Bucket List (100+ Things to Do)😆
📌Full guide with details including timeframe and address on my blog.
Here’s some of them:
1. Skiing & Snowtubing at Mountain Creek
2. Visit a Pop-Up Ice Rink for Ice Skating
3. Go Skiing or Snowtubing at Campgaw Mountain
4. Take a Hike at Palisades Interstate Park
5. Take a Pottery Class at a Local Studio
6. Take a Winter Hike at Ramapo State Forest
7. Visit the New Jersey Botanical Garden & Skylands Manor
8. See the Cherry Blossoms at Branch Brook Park
9. See a Field of Daffodils at Reeves Reed Arboretum
10. Holland Ridge Farms U-Pick Tulips Spring Spectacular
11. See the Flowers at Frelinghuysen Arboretum
12. Go Hydrobiking on Lake Hopatcong
13. Explore Lambertville, NJ & New Hope, PA
14. Walk Across the Swinging Bridge at Stony Brook in Princeton Battlefield State Park
15. Visit the Grounds for Sculpture
16. Go Whale Watching in Cape May
17. Explore Willowwood Arboretum
18. Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden
19. See Peonies in Bloom at Peony’s Envy
20. Go Birdwatching at Cape May Point State Park
21. Climb the Cape May Lighthouse
22. Visit the Ocean City Boardwalk
23. Spend a Summer Day on Long Beach Island (LBI)
24. Go Railbiking in Cape May With Rev Rail Co
25. Visit Island Beach State Park
26. Stroll the Asbury Park & Ocean Grove Boardwalk
27. See the Roses at Deep Cut Gardens in Middletown
28. Visit the Leonard J. Buck Garden
29. Kayak at the Delaware Water Gap
30. See a Concert at the Stone Pony Summer Stage
31. Explore Batsto Village in Wharton State Forest
32. Do a Zip Tour at Mountain Creek This Summer/Fall
33. Ride the Alpine Mountain Coaster at Mountain Creek
34. Visit Jenkinson’s Aquarium & Boardwalk
35. See the Sunset Behind the Waves in NJ
36. Go Blueberry Picking at a Local Farm
37. Try Parasailing in Wildwood
38. Seek Thrill at TreEscape Aerial Adventure Park
39. Catch a Minor League Baseball Game
40. Spend an afternoon at Beach Plum Farm
41. Pick Your Own Flowers at Melick’s Town Farm
42. Visit the NJ Sunflower Trail at Von Thun Farms
43. Go Peach & Apple Picking at Melick’s Town Farm
44. Hike the Appalachian Trail Boardwalk
See my blog for the rest!✨ #njblogger #njthingstodo
The Ultimate Winter Day Trip in New Jersey!❄️🎿🏂
📍Mountain Creek Resort in Vernon, NJ @mountaincreek 
If you are looking to do a ski trip but don’t want to travel too far, consider checking out Mountain Creek Resort in North Jersey.
📌Open daily this winter
📌Full-Day Lift Tickets & Discounted Twilight Lift Tickets (start after 3 PM) can be purchased online.
📌Snowtubing is a separate activity you can get tickets for
Mountain Creek also has Waffle Cabin which is so yummy!😁🧇
I usually stick to the greens & blues, but they do have a good amount of terrain park, as well as some black diamond trails.
Happy winter, and don’t forget to follow me for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!😆 
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Beauty, California Travel, Lifestyle, Makeup, Skincare, Style, Travel · December 27, 2021

2021 Yearly Round Up: Travel, Style and Beauty Favorites

With 2021 wrapping up this week, I thought I would share my favorites of the year. From beauty products to travel destinations, here is my 2021 yearly round up!

Travel Favorites

1. Favorite Destination Visited in 2021: San Diego, California

I visited San Diego with my boyfriend back in September, and had the most perfect trip. San Diego has beautiful weather, amazing restaurants, and tons to see. We enjoyed delicious tacos, saw the seals along the water, explored Balboa Park, and enjoyed many breakfasts at one of our favorite spots, The Mission.

Runner-up Favorite Destination Visited: Boston, Massachusetts (Check out my blog post on How to Spend 24 Hours in Boston)

2. Favorite Source for Accommodations: AirBnB

I utilize AirBnB for almost every trip I go on. I always enjoy finding a great deal on accommodations, as well as a more private stay.

3. Favorite Travel Hack: Skyscanner.com

If you are looking for airfare to a destination and want to find the best price out there, then I recommend using Skyscanner.com. This website generates all of the different airline/flight options to and from specific destinations. I have been using Skyscanner for years now, and it always helps me find the best deals.

4. Favorite Destination Restaurant I Ate at: The Mission – San Diego, California

I have to put The Mission in San Diego as my #1 favorite destination restaurant I ate at for 2021, as I went multiple times while on my trip to Cali. The food is incredibly fresh tasting, the service is very friendly, and the atmosphere is laid-back and cute. The pancakes here melt in your mouth and are served with real maple syrup. The Mission offers some dishes with Mexican flare such as the breakfast burrito, rancheros verde, and breakfast quesadilla. I highly recommend this restaurant in San Diego; they have a few different locations throughout the area.

Style Favorites

1. Favorite Place to Buy Clothes: Poshmark

Styling an outfit I bought on Poshmark

Last year I told myself that I want to thrift most of my clothes to be more sustainable. Poshmark has made it incredibly easy and convenient for me to thrift right from my phone. I have purchased most of my clothes in 2021 via Poshmark, and have also saved a good amount of money shopping second-hand. Additionally, I’ve made some money selling my own used clothing.

2. Favorite Clothing Brand: Aritzia

My recent Aritzia purchases on Poshmark

Aritzia is my favorite clothing brand of 2021, as most of the clothes I purchased either on Poshmark or new, have been from here. Specifically, I love the Aritzia TNA brand as they have great quality and cute athleisure wear.

3. Favorite Pair of Jeans: Abercrombie Curve Love Ultra High Rise Ankle Straight

The Curve Love line at Abercrombie is amazing for those with a larger waist-to-hip ratio. They give an extra two inches in the hip/butt area which I personally appreciate as I have a 13 inch waist-to-hip ratio. I specifically love the ultra high rise ankle straight jeans as they cut off nicely at the ankle and pair nicely with a variety of shoes. They also have a nice stretch to them, and I find them pretty comfortable to wear all day. I wear a size 25 regular Curve Love and have a 26 inch waist and 39 inch hips.

4. Favorite Jewelry Piece: Luvmeishop (Etsy) Gold Chain Ring 5mm

I purchased a few gold-filled rings on Etsy this year, and the 5mm gold chain ring from Luvmeishop on Etsy is my favorite. It’s a perfect stacking ring, but I love to wear it on it’s own too. I purchased a ring size US 7 and wear it on my middle finger typically. It retails for $21.50 on Etsy. Check out my blog post on my Etsy jewelery finds here.

Beauty Favorites

1. Favorite Skincare Product: Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream

kiehls ultra facial cream and sun bum mineral spf 30 sunscreen

The Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream has been my go-to moisturizer for over a year. I have purchased multiple jars and it never disappoints. It’s a slightly thicker consistency (but not too thick) and truly moisturizes my dry skin. Check out my full skincare routine here.

2. Favorite Hair Brush: Tangle Teezer The Ultimate Detangler

Image: Amazon

I recently switched from the Wet Brush to the Tangle Teezer Ultimate Detangler Brush, and have been loving it. I still like the Wet Brush, but the Tangle Teezer is my new fav of the year. I find that it gets the knots out of my fine, straight hair pretty quickly and also doesn’t create excess breakage. This brush retails for around $14.

3. Favorite Hair Product: Redken All Soft Condtioner

Image: Amazon

I have tried quite a few hair products in 2021, and my all-time favorite is the Redken All Soft Conditioner. It has a super thick consistency and really moisturizes and helps detangle my fine, straight hair. I purchase a large bottle of it from Harmon’s usually and it lasts me basically all year.

4. Favorite Makeup Product: Benefit Hoola Bronzer

Image: Benefit Cosmetics

The Hoola Bronzer from Benefit Cosmetics is my good ol’ reliable choice! I always buy the mini size which is $17 at Sephora, and it lasts me so long. I use the natural bronze color, and I find that it suits my lighter skin tone year-round. I use it to warm up my forehead and cheeks, lightly contour my nose, and also as an eyeshadow.

Comment below your favorite product or experience 2021!

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Winter sunsets in Jersey🥹 📍Long Branch, NJ Winter sunsets in Jersey🥹
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Check out my recent reel sharing more of this gorgeous sunset last night!
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You can now get one of the best Spanish cheeses in You can now get one of the best Spanish cheeses in New Jersey!😋🧀 @casaflorestapas 
Let your table be your canvas with Casa Flores Meseta Cheese, Quince Pasta, & Marcona Almonds! [Sponsored]
📌Shop Casa Flores cheese & more at select ShopRite stores across NJ.
I love their Meseta cheese so much—it’s perfect for a charcuterie or tapas board when hosting!
Don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more recs in and around NJ and the Northeast!
#letyourtablebeyourcanvas #tapasparty #shopritebutcherblock #casaflores #njblogger #njeats #njfoodie #cheeseboard #newjersey
5 FREE Public Gardens in NJ to Visit in 2025!🌷🪻🌸
1. Rudolf W. van der Goot Rose Garden (Somerset, NJ)
📌Visit in June for the roses
2. Leonard J Buck Garden (Far Hills, NJ)
3. Cross Estate Gardens (Bernardsville, NJ)
📌Visit in late spring/summer for vibrant blooms
4. Sayen House and Gardens (Hamilton Township, NJ)
5. Deep Cut Gardens (Middletown, NJ)
📌Visit in summer for the rose garden
Happy exploring, and don’t forget to follow me for more fun things to do in & around NJ & the Northeast!☺️
#nj #newjersey #njthingstodo #njgardens #explorenj #visitnj #njblogger #njisntboring #njisbeautiful #northjersey #centraljersey #southjersey
Winter moments in North Jersey lately❄️📸🍝
Van Saun County Park in Bergen County is looking like a winter wonderland with the recent snowfall!
We also had a fantastic dinner at @springhousetenafly recently, which is also in Bergen County. Check out my recent reel sharing our dining experience here.
#njblogger #winterphotography #nj #newjersey #northjersey #vansaunpark #bergencountynj #bergencounty #njrestaurants #njisbeautiful #njisntboring #explorenj #visitnj #njwinter
5 Spring Bucket List Actvities in NJ🌷🌸🍓🌿
These are just 5 of many! Should I keep sharing more?😆
1. Go Tulip Picking at Holland Ridge Farms in April
(Cream Ridge, NJ) 
Paid Admission
@hollandridgefarms 
2. See the Spring Flowers at Frelinghuysen Arboretum
(Morristown, NJ)
Free to Visit
3. Visit the Grounds For Sculpture
(Hamilton, NJ)
Paid Admission
@groundsforsculpture 
4. Explore the Grounds of Cross Estate Gardens
(Bernardsville, NJ)
Free to Visit
5. Go Strawberry Picking at Battleview Orchards in May
(Freehold)
Pay For What You Pick
@bvorchards 
Don’t forget to follow @lifestylejessica for more fun things to do in and around NJ and the Northeast!✨
#newjersey #nj #centraljersey #northjersey #southjersey #njthingstodo #springactivities #njisntboring #njplacestogo #explorenj #visitnj

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