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EGPartner My biggest travel hack this time of year? Expedia’s Black Friday Sale - it's officially live, and you can save up to 50% on stays. I use this sale every year to lock in next year's trips early - from boutique hotels l've loved to dreamy resorts still on my list. Whether you're planning a quick city escape or something more off-grid, the best way to travel more is to plan smarter - and this sale makes that easy. Check out my curated list of hotels on sale for Black Friday linked in bio! Book by 12/2/2025 11:59 pm in hotel property local time; travel by 12/30/2026. Member Prices are available to Expedia® app users and One Key members. Limited availability, blackout periods may apply. paidlink ad

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Buahan, A Banyan Tree Escape | Expedia (US)

Twinpalms Surin Beach Phuket | Expedia (US)

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more peaceful hotel stays like this one in the Dades Valley of Morocco, en route to the Sahara Desert. This dreamy boutique hotel was one of my favorite slow hotels in 2025

Comment DESERT below for a link to book this hotel directly in your dm’s ✨

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warm up in morocco this winter at 📍El Fenn Marrakech

Comment RIAD below for a link to book this beautiful boutique Riad in the heart of the Marrakech Medina ✨

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soulful slow travel in the south of france ✨ provence is one of my favorite places to connect with nature, explore small villages, shop local markets & experience the old world charm of centuries past, especially when you stay at a chateau hotel to equally match

day 5 of sharing peaceful stays like this one 📍 Chateau de Fonscolombe

Comment PROVENCE for a link to book this boutique stay directly in your dm’s

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A quiet escape just outside Paris, where gardens, water, and historic elegance set the pace. At Domaine de Primard, days unfold slowly — wandering the grounds, lingering over seasonal meals, sinking into spa rituals, wandering Monet’s gardens nearby at Giverny, and letting the countryside do what it does best: calm everything down.

Comment CHATEAU for a link in your DM’s to book this beautiful chateau hotel nearby Paris ✨

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team stay in or team go out for new years? This year we have no plans, so let’s see where we end up… perhaps a thoughtful home cooked meal at home under candlelight, the projector playing old movies & the record player on jazz vinyls -or- a reservation at one of our favorite restaurants with a chance to get all dressed up and toast to the new year under sparkling chandeliers

📍 @bostonharborhotel junior suite with points earned via I Prefer Hotel Rewards @preferredhotels

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#MarriottPartner 2026 is the time to travel to the Caribbean with @marriottbonoy with select stays on sale up to 30% off across the Caribbean & Latin America, and Marriott Bonvoy members save up to 35%.

Comment BEACH for a link to shop my favorite beach escapes with Marriott Bonvoy on my LTK!

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#MarriottPartner Dreaming of a beach vacation in 2026? ✨ Now’s the moment to plan it. @marriottbonvoy just dropped one of their best offers of the year — enjoy up to 30% off participating hotels across the Caribbean & Latin America, and Marriott Bonvoy members save up to 35%.

From the calm of El Mangroove Resort in Costa Rica… to the pink-sand serenity of French Leave Resort in the Bahamas… to the overwater, turquoise-blue bliss of Buoy Haus — every property feels like its own little slice of paradise.

Comment BEACH for a link to shop my favorite beach escapes with Marriott Bonvoy on my LTK!

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spending Christmas wrapped in pure magic at this castle hotel in Germany ✨ Waking up in a real-life castle, surrounded by frosted gardens, glowing chandeliers, and the soft scent of pine and cinnamon—every moment feels like a fairytale

Comment CASTLE for a link to book this stay! 📍Schlosshotel Kronberg

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breakfast in bed ❄️ would you eat break at in a heated snow bed with panoramic views views of the Italian alps? This luxury hotel’s experiences are truly once-in-lifetime & it needs to be on your travel bucket list!

Comment BREAKFAST for a link to book this stay!📍@chalet_al_foss

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mentally having breakfast with alpacas in the Italian alps 🦙

Comment ALPACA below for a link to book this bucket list hotel on our next visit to the Dolomites! 📍 Chalet Al Foss

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#egparter check out my favorite last-minute Black Friday & Travel Tuesday deals on stays up to 50% off on Expedia!

You'll find hotels I've stayed at — and a few l'm dreaming of - all at limited-time prices.
Every trip starts with a little inspiration, and this sale is the best place to find it.
So don't wait too long... the best deals disappear fast.

Book by 12/2/2025 11:59 pm in hotel property local time; travel by 12/30/2026. Member Prices are available to Expedia® app users and One Key members. Limited availability, while supplies last. See site on 11/28, 12/1, and 12/2 for details.

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There’s something unforgettable about waking up at HOSHINOYA Fuji, tucked above Lake Kawaguchi with Mt. Fuji appearing and disappearing through the clouds. It feels like a modern mountain retreat designed for quiet moments and slow mornings.

The cabins are intentionally minimal—clean lines, warm wood, and huge windows that frame the landscape like artwork. Sunrise hits differently here, with crisp forest air and stillness that makes you want to stay outside a little longer.

One thing I loved is how many daily activities they offer to connect you with the outdoors: early-morning canoeing on the lake, guided forest walks, campfire coffee brewing, smoking workshops, stargazing sessions, and even outdoor cooking classes where you prepare your own meal surrounded by nature. Everything is optional, but it all feels thoughtfully curated.

The restaurant is another highlight—seasonal menus inspired by the local forests and lakes, served in a warm, minimalist dining room or as a private dining experience in your cabin. Fresh produce, smoked elements, and flavors you don’t find anywhere else in the Fuji area.

It’s the kind of place where time slows down, where sunsets stretch longer, and where the simple act of sitting on your terrace becomes the best part of the day. If you want a Fuji stay that’s serene, design-forward, and rooted in nature, this is the one.

Comment FUJI for a link to book this hotel for your next Japan trip (check your message requests!)

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#EGPartner The Expedia Black Friday Sale is here- with up to 50% off stays & flash deals up to 75% off until Travel Tuesday!
It's the perfect time to book those dreamy places you've been saving, from beach escapes to mountain retreats.

You'll find hotels I've stayed at — and a few l'm dreaming of - all at limited-time prices.
Every trip starts with a little inspiration, and this sale is the best place to find it.
So don't wait too long... the best deals disappear fast.

Book by 12/2/2025 11:59 pm in hotel property local time; travel by 12/30/2026. Member Prices are available to Expedia® app users and One Key members. Limited availability, while supplies last. See site on 11/28, 12/1, and 12/2 for details.

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when your hotel is the destination ✨ still dreaming of the gorgeous gardens at @hotelchinzansotokyo_official

Hotel Chinzanso Tokyo is a luxurious 5-star hotel & urban oasis known for its historic 12-acre Japanese garden, which features seasonal flowers, a three-story pagoda, winding stone paths, and serene ponds that create the feeling of a traditional estate hidden in the middle of the city. The hotel combines refined European elegance with Japanese aesthetics across its spacious guest rooms and suites, some offering tatami layouts and tranquil garden views. Guests enjoy multiple gourmet dining options, a large spa and onsen facility, and cultural experiences such as tea ceremonies and seasonal garden illuminations, including the daily “Tokyo sea of clouds”

Comment TOKYO below for a link to book this hotel for your next Tokyo trip!

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you, me & a room with a view of Mt Fuji?

Comment FUJI below for a link to book this 5-star luxury glamping hotel with the best view!

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Stay in Arashiyama, Kyoto during autumn and you’ll wake up in the middle of a storybook—crimson maples, golden ginkgo trees, and misty mountains wrapping the whole town in color.

From strolling through the famous Bamboo Grove at sunrise, to exploring the vibrant Togetsukyo Bridge, visiting Tenryu-ji Temple, spotting monkeys at Iwatayama Monkey Park, or taking a scenic Hozu River boat ride, everything beautiful is just steps away. It’s the perfect place to slow down, wander, and let autumn in Kyoto sweep you off your feet.

Comment SHOP below for a link to book my favorite @theluxurycollection hotel in Kyoto located right along the river banks

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#egpartner some of the besthotels to stay at in Tokyo are now on sale up to 50% off with Expedia’s Black Friday! Check out some of the favorites I’ve stayed at and some hotels on my wishlist

Book by 12/2/2025 11:59 pm in hotel property local time; travel by 12/30/2026. Member Prices are available to Expedia® app users and One Key members. Limited availability, blackout periods may apply.

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the most beautiful onsen in Japan 🍂 especially during the first snow of the year topped onto the autumn leaves

comment “onsen” below for details on how to book your next ryokan stay here in Japan!

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planning for 2026 travels with @expedia’s Unpack ‘26 travel trends to amazing slow travel destinations like Sardinia #unpacktraveltrends #paidlink #ad #egpartner

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#EGPartner Expedia just launched Unpack ‘26 an Annual Travel Trends Report with top Destinations of the Year. One of the most exciting destinations? Sardinia — where turquoise coves, ancient villages, and slow travel come naturally ✨

It’s easy to see why it’s one of Expedia’s Destinations of the Year, alongside places like Okinawa, Big Sky, and the Cotswolds — each inviting you to explore a little deeper, linger a little longer, and travel more meaningfully.

With Expedia’s new Smart Travel Health Check, you can spot destinations that care for their land, culture, and community — so every journey gives back 💛

Check out my link in bio to review the trends!

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