by Kara Elyse | Dec 18, 2025 | Experiences
Phoenix Rising: A Girls' Getaway From desert hikes to spa-side sips, this all-girls’ birthday getaway in a premier wellness haven was centered on celebrating milestones—all with a dash of adventure and a generous dose of pampering in the Valley of the Sun. Visual... 
by Kara Elyse | Dec 17, 2025 | Experiences, Guides
Bites, Beauty + Culture in Brooklyn A dynamic three-day experience celebrating love and friendship, featuring exceptional local dining, curated upcycled fashion finds, and more. Visual Diary of The Journey Moments from the Trip Getting to Brooklyn Accommodations: Moxy... 
by Kara Elyse | Dec 16, 2025 | Experiences, Guides
The Art of Ease: St. John’s Blissful Bays & Boutique Sustainable Stays Serenity meets sky at Calichi at Picture Point, a sustainable luxury villa offering some of the highest panoramic views on St. John—an island known for its lush landscapes, turquoise waters,... 
by Kara Elyse | Dec 20, 2020 | Coming Soon, Guides
In fact, the extra time (48 hours to be exact) resulted in: an impromptu stop to see my homeboy Fred at Colette (French high fashion, streetwear, and accessory retailer– my fav!); meeting him for lunch in the Jardin des Tuileries; and then stumbling upon a spring... 
by Kara Elyse | Jan 7, 2020 | Karavan
Because I do believe there is truth to this, and given that I’ve experienced, witnessed and felt change when eating clean, I know it to be true. For this reason, and the fact that I desire to see all people– but especially Black people, who’ve historically been had...
