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A little about this episode:
This week, the Belbel girls talk about what their workout routine consist of and what they eat on a regular basis. They share all about their wellness retreat with Ancient Nutrition and the benefits of Collagen. Their favorites include healthy summer drinks they’re sipping on.
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HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND! Hope you all have a great holiday weekend and are up to something fun!
In case you missed yesterday’s post, we shared a HUGE sale going on (up to 40% off ) AND we are sharing a bunch of other great sales taking place below, in case you want to do some online shopping;)
WEEKEND SALES:
ASOS: 30% off on occasion wear + 20% off everything with code SUNNYDAYS
ABERCROMBIE: 40% off the entire store + 50% off jeans
One of our favorite retailers, Nordstrom, is having their Half Yearly Sale where you can save up to 40% off! This is a perfect time to get some great summer pieces! Everything is marked down from home stuff, clothing (for everyone!), beauty, and so much more!
We rounded up our favorites below for you all, and will continue to add more pieces, so keep checkin back;)
Happy Thursday! We are so excited to be talking about this topic with you all today because it is honestly been something we have been struggling with for a long time. You all already know that we are going through some health issues right now, and one of the main reasons behind our struggles is stress and anxiety. Before we get into that topic, we wanted to talk about these accessoriesfrom Sole Society that we have been living in (more specifically last weekend!). If you all haven’t checked out their stuff, you will LOVE! All great price points (usually under $100) and are so well made! These elastic wedges are SO comfortable and they go with everything! We wore them on the plane, and then all weekend, so they’re great for summer travels coming up! they fit TTS, and are so easy to take on and off, so great for security lines 😉
We paired them with this round neutral cross-body bag that is also a must because it goes with everything! It also comes in black, just like the wedges. We always gravitate towards neutrals, but if you’re more of a black person, they are super cute, too. You can fit a phone a credit card case in the bag, so it is perfect for a getaway or night out!In case you haven’t had a chance to listen to our latest podcast episode, we were talking about the retreat we were just on and all of the amazing things we learned, more specifically, unplugging. To be honest, it is something we have been struggling with for a long time. We are both very type A people, and have been this way for most of our lives. When we were on this retreat, we felt so much more relaxed, considering we were there with a lot of other influencers, but we just felt more at peace, and didn’t feel rushed to go post on Instagram. We met the Ancient Nutrition team, and the co-founder, Dr. Josh Axe, and his wife, Chelsea. Josh was talking about how important it is to unplug from work, and really take time off. Of course, we have heard that a zillion times, and know we need to, but the reality is that it is really difficult to do.Not going to lie, we are totally burnt out, and feeling the effects of it now on our health. We are not saying us being stressed is what made us this sick, but it has definitely contributed to it. There is a lot of guilt associated with not posting consistently, or taking a day off (gasp!). When we worked our corporate jobs, of course we had most weekends off, but now, there really isn’t a day off. Of course, we can take days off whenever we want, but we truly love what we do, so it makes it so much harder to do that. We want to be able to connect with you all, and taking one day off feels like we are slacking or not doing our job well.
It sounds silly, but it is the truth! After Josh talked about how important it is to decompress and unplug from work. He was saying he struggled with the same issues that we are experiencing and that it took him several years to not feel guilty taking a day off. It really hit home for us, so here are some of the things we are going to be trying to do to unplug more:
Take one day off each week
Post before 9 PM on weekdays and stay off phone/laptop for the reminder of night
Be present at meals, and not on phones
Meditate or do yoga at least once a day
Do you all have any tips, or have things you have been doing to unplug? Would love to hear them!
Happy Monday! We just got back from the most INCREDIBLE retreat with Ancient Nutrition, and met the most genuine girls! We learned SO much about Chinese Medicine, the importance of collagen, and so many really cool things. If you all haven’t checked out their products, you definitely need to! We LOVE their collagen products and Bone Broth protein powders.
On a side note, we are sharing some pieces we are loving right now for summer! Click each item below to shop!
We had the incredible opportunity to stay At Grand Velas All-Inclusive Resort and Spa recently, and had the MOST incredible time. We had never stayed at any of the Velas resorts before, but this will definitely not be the last time. We already have a trip booked to the Cancun location for our birthday next month.
Everything from the moment we arrived was nothing but incredible. Out of all of the inclusive resorts we have stayed at this far, this one has been our favorite. Don’t get us wrong, they have all been amazing, but this one was amazing. We only got to experience this resort for two days, but every part of our trip was great. We wanted to highlight some of our favorite parts of this resort (and be sure to check out our story highlights on Instagram for more of the resort!)
THE GROUNDS:
The Grand Velas Riviera Maya is a AAA Five Diamond, ultra-luxury all-inclusive resort that is in the middle of the beautiful Riviera Maya beaches and jungle. They have three different ambiances where you can stay:
-Adults Only Oceanfront : Grand Class Suites
-Family-Friendly Ocean View : Ambassador Suites -Zen-Like Tropical Setting : Zen Grand Suite (where we stayed)
THE ROOMS: The rooms were GORGEOUS! We had a chance to see all three room ambiances, and each one was stunning. They all have a very similar look and are super spacious (1,100 square feet!) with gorgeous bathrooms. We have never seen ceilings so high in a room before, but we loved it because it feels so much more open! They bathrooms all feature L’Occitane amenities, a spacious jacuzzi tub, and walk-in shower. They also have a separate vanity for doing your hair and makeup, which we appreciated!
The beds were super comfy, and the room had a fully-stocked mini bar, as well as a Nespresso coffee maker.
THE BEACH:
The beach was beautiful and they have some chairs set up out there and some beds. The sand was white, just like in the Caribbean. They also have waiters out there if you want drinks! The water was pretty warm, too!
POOLS:
What we loved so much about this resort is that they have THREE pools (one at each ambiance). The pool where we were staying (Zen Pool) is so tranquil and calm. They also offered refreshing cocktails and snacks at the pool. They were super accommodating with our orders, too!The main pool in the Ambassador suites is a gorgeous infinity pool that overlooks the ocean. We loved going to that one because they had fun activities and good music, but it wasn’t overly loud!
RESTAURANTS:
This resort has eight incredible restaurants! We didn’t have a chance to eat at all of them, but will share them all for your reference!
They have three all-day restaurants:
-Azul (this one we LOVED). They offer a buffet with an amazing spread! We ate there for breakfast and lunch the whole stay.
We were in heaven! They have everything from omelettes, fresh fruit, pastries, sushi, salads, breads, incredible dishes, pizza, ceviche station, panini station, and the list goes on!
-Bistro
-Chaka
They also have five other restaurants that are open for just dinner.
-Frida: rated 4 diamonds by the AAA. This one is Mexican cuisine and so delicious! The atmosphere was gorgeous, and so was the food!
-Sen Lin: Asian Fusion
-Lucca: Italian-Mediterranean
-Piaf: rated 4 diamonds by the AAA. This restaurant is traditional French cuisine, and we were surprised by how much we enjoyed it! Everything was plated so beautifully, and the atmosphere was gorgeous, too!
-Cocina De Autor: rated 5 diamonds by the AAA. This restaurant is unique because it is a creative cuisine, meaning that the chef asks you what your favorite foods are and then prepares a large course meal for you!
We also used their 24-hour room service every day. They had a huge menu to choose from including ceviche, salads, burgers, guacamole, grilled chicken, and desserts! They were also super accommodating, and even the room service food was presented beautifully!
BARS:
-KOI: sports bar and nightclub: can watch all sports games and then has dance floor at night for club atmosphere!
-Karaoke Bar
-Sky Bar: has gorgeous view of the ocean indoors.
-Piano Bar: listened to live music by the beach before dinner!
FOR KIDS:
We have never stayed at a resort where so much thought has been put into kids and families. They have a kids’ club, as well as a teens’ club full of activities for kids of all ages. They will watch and entertain your kids all day and feed them for dinner, so parents can have an actual vacation, which is great! They also have a baby concierge, as well as offer strollers, bottles, and a ton of baby equipment in the suites, so you don’t have to bring that all with you!
SE SPA:
Their spa, Se Spa is incredible, and the minute you step foot in the spa, you immediately feel relaxed! It is over 89,000 square feet, and has an amazing 7-step water journey that we got to experience first-hand! You go through a steam room, dry heat, clay, an ice room, hot and cold showers, and a huge infinity pool with massaging faucets, and chaises with jets that you can lay on. Simply AMAZING! We had a long day of travel, and left feeling so refreshed and moisturized! They also have a ton of spa treatments, including facials and massages.
FITNESS CENTER AND ACTIVITIES:
This gym was probably one of our favorites at any resort we’ve stayed at. It was HUGE and was filled with all of the highest quality gym equipment. They had every machine imaginable (just like your gym at home), and a bunch of free weights, kettlebells, and cardio equipment! They also have cold towels to use after your workout!
In addition the resort offers some fun activities like these below:
-Eco-Tour
-Mini Golf
-Yoga Classes
-Cooking Lessons
OTHER AMENITIES:
-24 hour butler service
-personal concierge service at pool and beach
-Complimentary WiFi throughout entire resort
-Water sports (kayak and boogie boars)
LOCATION:
The resort is located about 35 minutes from Cancun International Airport, and 15 minutes from Playa Del Carmen.
Overall, we would say this Riviera Maya all inclusive resort compares to the quality of a Ritz Carlton or Four Seasons. The service, atmosphere, and quality were all on point, and we will definitely be back. HIGHLY recommend this property to you!