ESCAPE...

Good morning, beautiful people! How was the weekend?

As I promised myself, I finally took a few days to relax a bit after all the travel I've been doing and it was absolutely lovely. Of course... this girl can't stay in one place too long, which is why I spent Saturday night researching and making plans for a very exciting destination in June...
sunny matchup marigold+green+taupe
Italy!! Exactly one month from today my entire family (mom, dad and sis) will be jetting off for a few weeks in the saturated sunshine of Sicily. I'm already dreaming of the wardrobe I'll be packing and the fabulous hotels we'll be lounging in... 
ocean matchup aqua+black+white
Not to mention time spent on salty beaches as we make our way up to the Amalfi Coast! It's been years since I made the time to hop across the globe for a real getaway, and I cannot wait. We'll also be stopping through Calabria to visit the small town my father was born in, and - fingers crossed - spending one indulgent night in Capri just me and my sis.

Anyone have suggestions for our little escape? I'd love to hear them!

*images via pinterest, kimberly ayres, pinterest, and flickr

31 comments:

  1. what a amazing escape:)
    and my suggestion of such a dress ;

    http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/category.jsp?popId=CLOTHES&navAction=middle&navCount=276&isSortBy=true&pushId=CLOTHES-FIESTA&id=CLOTHES-FIESTA-TIME

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  2. Wow! That's fun, fun, fun!!!


    Have an amazing week!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  3. LOVE both of these looks! Have an amazing time :) *Ashley {a little dash of ash}

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  4. I can't wait for fun in the sun myself!!

    Have a wonderful start to your week!
    xoxo

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  5. You absolutely MUST must visit cinque terre if you have never been!!!

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  6. wow!! beautiful pics...have a nice trip!!


    http://www.etsy.com/shop/Rosabellebyvasu

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  7. I am so jealous! I have not been back to Italy since I studied abroad there and I have been trying to figure out how to do it somehow!

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  8. Capri is a wonderful place! I love the seafood lunch at La Fontelina (a beach club at the end of the Via Tragara), the chairlift to the top of Monte Solaro, Cinque Terre... so many beautiful spots there. Have a great time!

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  9. Though I never been to Sicily, to me the Amalfi Coast is the most beautiful place on earth. Absolutely the most beautiful. I love Sorrento. If your father is from Italy (my grandfather was) you will be completely at home where ever you are. Capri is lush, even though a bit label-conscious. Just the beautiful vistas, the wonderful people will make this a family holiday you will never forget. Send us lots of pics, Cassandra. xx's

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  10. How fabulous! You must check out the post I just did on Capri here:

    http://www.theiconicblog.com/?p=4207

    Melanie
    www.LuxuryMonograms.com

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  11. ooooo my goodness! such an amazing getaway! I was lucky enough to be in Florence some years ago and I loved it! xo

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  12. How exciting!! I must say I was thrilled to see that you too come from a Calabrian family!! Not too many of us here in the States. How great to share that with your family. Can't wait to see the pics...have a great week!!
    XO~
    Jenna@simplybonvivant.com

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  13. Easy, chic style on the Italian Coast...what a dream vacation!

    http://acouturelife.blogspot.com

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  14. Sounds amazing! I'm sure the trip will be nothing short of fabulous!

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  15. SOOO jealous you are off to Italy!! My favorite place EVER!!

    www.mrscapretta.com
    Recipes Fashion Marriage

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  16. You lucky little duck! What a fantastic trip to take with your family and you deserve it of course.

    The yellow blouse and green clutch are so amazing I've come back 5 times to look.

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  17. first look so chic! and just love combination of colors...and blouse just wow!

    have a nice trip!

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  18. I'm sure you're going to be counting the minutes until you head off on your magnificent trip!! I've never been overseas, so until then, I'll live vicariously through your travels ;)

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  19. Love the photos!..Very bright and happy, they make we wanna go away right now!..lol

    –Lorena
    TravelDesignery.com

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  20. I must say that my jealousy is tempered by how EXCITED I am for you! Can't wait to hear stories, see pics...and a stop in Capri is mandatory if you can swing it! xo

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  21. lucky you! have an amazing time!

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  22. Next2 is a superb restaurant in Positano. Modica is beautiful town in Sicily that is known for it's divine, unique chocolate. Have a wonderful trip!

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  23. Oh you lucky girl!!! How exciting!! And so nice that you'll get to travel and explore while spending quality time with family:) Can't wait to see pictures!! xo

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  24. loving your suggestions - thank you all! and reading your comments has made me even MORE excited! xo

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  25. Gah I am SO jealous - I never made it to Sicily when I was in Italy (a good excuse to go back!)

    Andrea x
    andreareh.blogspot.com

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  26. You lucky girl! Italy is amazing and I am so jealous of you. You better post some photo's when you get back.

    xoxo
    Hannah
    heapsofdreams.blogspot.com

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  27. Anonymous17.5.11

    Lucky you Sicily is amazing escape :) This place is so beautiful that there is quite big chance for you not to wishing to get back. Enjoy your time

    holiday apartment london

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  28. I spent my honeymoon in Italy this past September...Palazzo Sasso in RAVELLO along the Almalfi Coast is not to be missed!! ENJOY!

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  29. Anonymous17.5.11

    Ahh! So jealous! I lived in Ortigia, Sicily for a few months. It was so beautiful! Are you going to make it to the Aeolian Islands? They are GORGEOUS this time of year! The Amalfi coast is to die for too! Make sure you try the homemade limoncello. Email me if you need any travel tips:) xoxo

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  30. You should check out JK Capri...It's an awesome boutique hotel. http://www.jkcapri.com/

    I also featured this hotel on my blog...looks like a nice place for a cup of tea, perhaps.

    http://atelierturner.squarespace.com/home/2011/3/23/capri-palace-hotel-in-italy.html

    Have fun in Italy, one of the most beautiful places on earth.

    xoxo Atelier Turner [the blog]

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