Aspen in June

 

I love Aspen, it's soo beautiful. Aspen is a small city, located in Colorado, nestled between mountains and wilderness on all sides. Aspen is the ultimate nature sanctuary. A skiers dream, Aspen is also quite popular in the Spring and Summer months because it is filled with so much greenery and trees- specifically Alpine trees and beautiful Aspen trees. 

I had only been to Aspen in the Winter, so seeing Aspen for the first time in the Summer was even better, because I dislike the cold. It was absolutely beautiful, and so beyond green! It may sound crazy, but there was still snow on top of the Rocky Mountains as we flew over. 

Aspen is such a small city, I really enjoyed walking around Downtown everyday. You can walk the entire downtown in 15- 20 minutes. I stayed at the beautiful The Ritz-Carlton Club, Aspen Highlands. This hotel was absolutely stunning. I stayed three nights, but I wish I could have stayed longer- at least a week. Aspen is such a dog friendly city, there are literally dogs everywhere you look. This is the perfect city to visit as a couple, or for families in my opinion because of all of the outdoor activities and restaurants. 

One thing I love to do when traveling, is go out to eat. I truly enjoyed eating at the many restaurants Aspen has to offer. I went to one of my all time favorite restaurants, Casa Tua, and Italian restaurant that is also located in Miami and Paris. I also ate at Catch Steakhouse, a very trendy steakhouse with an incredible ambiance and bar. Ajax Tavern, a stunning outdoor restaurant located right next to the gondolas is also a must, for the views alone. You can enjoy beautiful views of the slopes here (see last photo). The food is also excellent as well. I also ate at the very adorable and exquisite French restaurant, Cache Cache. I also recommend visiting Hotel Jerome for a great bar and social scene, Matsuhisa by chef Nobu Matsuhisa, for the sushi lovers, and White House Tavern (a Hillstone restaurant) that offers your typical delicious Hillstone American food with a cute outdoor seating area. I also recommend Sant Ambroeus for cute café vibes (they're also located in NYC and Palm Beach). Okay, so I am a total deli sandwich loving kind of girl. If you're into good sandwiches, then stop by The Butcher's Block, they're so good! 

I also visited The Little Nell Hotel, a super cute, classic five star hotel known for hosting ski lovers. We had breakfast at their restaurant, and I visited their Summer Dior Spa Pop-Up. The Dior Spa took over their pool, which was so cute and all Dior Riviera print. Afterwards, I walked to the Dior store which was only about ten minutes away, to see the new Summer Riviera Collection. Of course, the bag I wanted was the Paris Book Tote. Paris here I come!

I cannot wait to visit Aspen again, but I must admit, It will most likely be in the Spring or Summer months, (Christmas would be an exception because it's actually so adorable). See you soon Aspen!

 

(Watch my Aspen vlog on YouTube here.)  

 

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:: Outfit Details ::

Foundation:: (The best I've ever used in my life) Tom Ford

White blazer:: (More colors available) L'Agence

Beige tank top:: (It also comes in white and black) Susanna Monaco 

White denim shorts:: Levis

Reversible belt:: Valentino

White dress:: JBQ The Label

DIOR SPA AT THE LITTLE NELL

A True Winter Wonderland At Hotel Jerome, Aspen

My first trip of 2017, was to a true Winter Wonderland, Aspen! This was my very first trip to Aspen, Colorado, and I didn't know what to expect. It was definitely an adventure, and little did I know, the luggage that I had checked at the Miami Airport prior to my flight, would never make it to me in Aspen. Luckily, Hotel Jerome's incredible and caring staff made my trip absolutely amazing, and exceeded my expectations.   

   Keep in mind when visiting Aspen in the colder months, there is a ton of snowfall. January is definitely one of the more popular winter months. This is great for people who enjoy outdoor sports such as skiing. Expect flight cancellations, delayed luggage, and snow storms. Packing essentials in your carry on has a whole new meaning to me now. I had a connecting flight from Dallas to Aspen around six in the evening. Due to the amount of snow (in both Dallas and Aspen), my flight was delayed six times before finally being cancelled. I had to fly into Grand Junction, Colorado from Dallas, and then took a two hour uber ride to Hotel Jerome in Aspen. 

Even though it was a little passed midnight, the drive from Grand Junction to Aspen was absolutely gorgeous. I hadn't seen snow in about seven years, so it was refreshing to drive through the stunning Rocky Mountains. We were the only car on the road (on both sides of the highway) for almost the entire two hour drive. The uber driver informed me that this drive was very common due to the amount of people with cancelled flights.

We had finally arrived at Hotel Jerome in Aspen around three in the morning, after finding out our luggage had not made it on the flight with us to Grand Junction from Dallas. (Surprise) The kind lady at the front desk of Hotel Jerome made sure we had Hotel Jerome t-shirts and toiletries waiting in the room for us. I was so thankful for the kind hospitality, and felt at home as soon as I had stepped into the hotel's open and historic lobby.

I love Hotel Jerome because of it's friendly staff, history, and location. Located at the foot of majestic Aspen Mountain, Hotel Jerome is just steps away from the heart of town. They even offer a complimentary car service that will drop you off anywhere in the town. Everything you need is within walking distance, including a two floor drug store right next door that literally carries everything Target carries. Hotel Jerome also offers a heated outdoor pool and jacuzzi, and a wonderful spa. 

Coat by Burberry. Leggings by Alo Yoga. Boots by Ugg. Louie's jacket is from PetSmart. 

After some rest, it was finally time to eat a good meal. The food is amazing at Hotel Jerome, you can't go wrong with anything. I woke up to a gorgeous winter white view and ordered a delicious breakfast via room service. Hotel Jerome was so nice, they also sent hot chocolate and foot warmers.

Views from Hotel Jerome.

A delicious breakfast in my room.

Looking at this picture is currently making me hungry. These blueberry pancakes were so good, and this was truly the best homemade hot chocolate I have ever had in my life!

Views from the front of Hotel Jerome. 

After a very filling breakfast, I decided to walk around the hotel's surrounding area to see what was around. I was in desperate need of a blow out. (I didn't have anything to syle or even comb my hair properly.) Luckily, there was a fabulous hair salon just a block from the hotel's main entrance. Louie and I met a few cute huskies on the way.

Louie meeting a female husky.

J-Bar, short for "Jerome Bar", remains the town’s social hot spot, with its lively yet casual atmosphere. All I can say is they have the best burger in Aspen- hands down!

Yummy homemade chicken noodle soup that warms you up is a must!

A very delicious burger and fries, and a turkey sandwich with coleslaw. I think I just ate this entire trip, haha!

After a nice lunch at J-Bar, I headed to Smuggler Park to take some scenic photos. Hotel Jerome's car service not only drove me there, (only a ten minute drive from the hotel), but they even waited until I finished taking pictures. Louie absolutely loved the snow, and thankfully I packed his little coat in my carry on. He enjoyed walking in snow that was taller than him. He was so cute hopping in and out of the snow like a rabbit. Everyone in Aspen adored Louie.

Playing in the snow! Sunglasses by Fendi. Jeans by Frame. Gloves by Ugg.

But first...a selfie!

Boots by Sorel from Intermix Aspen. 

Since I didn't have any clothes with me in Aspen, I found an Intermix in town, and bought a few things to wear. I bought a super cute pair of white Frame skinny jeans that ended up looking really chic in the snow, and Sorel snow boots since I didn't have a pair of reliable snow shoes. Sorry hot pink Uggs, you were not cutting it.

Sweater by Willow & Clay. Sunglasses by Porsche Design. 

Hotel Jerome not only has J-Bar, but they have Prospect Restaurant, a modern American bistro serving up hearty and diverse dishes with a flare. Make sure to check out their Sunday brunch. 

The Living Room is an open, inviting lounge that has a feel exactly as it sounds. You can relax and enjoy small bites, and creative drinks from the lobby bar. This stylish lounge is also perfect for groups.

Casa Tua, one of my favorite restaurants. 

Aspen is known for luxury and great food. One of my favorite restaurants (that can also be found in Miami Beach), is Casa Tua. Enjoy Northern Italian cuisine and fine wine, just ten minutes away from Hotel Jerome by car. Another one of my favorite restaurants, is Japanese restaurant, Matsuhisa. Matsuhisa is perfect for families, and is conveniently located right across the street from Hotel Jerome. 

Aspen views. 

Thank you again so much Hotel Jerome for hosting us! The experience was truly unforgettable. My first trip to Aspen exceeded my expectations, even with my lost luggage, thanks to Hotel Jerome's outstanding hospitality. I will definitely be back, and I recommend Hotel Jerome to anyone visiting Aspen! It's a Home away from Home!

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