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Thursday, November 13, 2014

Punta Cana Recap

We decided that for our 10 year anniversary we'd book a special trip.  We have wanted to go to Punta Cana for many years, and for some reason never got around to it, so we decided that we should go there to celebrate. I've been to Dominican Republic many times - my family is from there, but this is the first time I have been to Punta Cana and stayed at a resort.  Our best friend's anniversary falls around the same time as ours so we decided to make it a group trip - which was such a great idea!

We stayed at the Hard Rock Resort, which was all inclusive and absolutely STUNNING!  The grounds were so lush and beautiful, and the rooms were spacious and had jacuzzi tubs in the middle of the room.






We really just wanted to relax while we were gone so we didn't do any excursions.  We laid by the pool a lot, had two couples massages, got my hair done, ate fabulous food and drank many drinks and one of the most memorable parts was having a fish pedicure.  It was one of the most amazing (and ticklish) experiences and I'm telling you, my feet have never been softer.




We had such a great time, so many memories were made and lots of laughs were had - it was exactly what we needed.  We came back feeling so refreshed and it was nice to enjoy eachother' company without any kids around.  Can't wait for another couple's trip!




Thoughts for Thursday
Unknown said...

GORGEOUS photos! im so glad you two had a happy anniversary! xo jillian - cornflake dreams

Pink and Fabulous said...

So fun!! I love that you focused on relaxing, totally necessary, with a few beauty activities thrown in!! That is basically my dream vacation!! So glad you had fun friend!!

Christina @ Still Lucky said...

So much fun! Sounds like heaven.

Kristina @ Medicine and Manicures said...

The Hard Rock looks pretty amazing!! And I've heard about those fish pedicures.. kind of weirds me out, but I'm sure they do a good job!! Lol

KatiePerk said...

I have never been to the DR! Your resort looks lovely. I adore all inclusives. What a good idea to make it a group trip. So fun!

Elise @ Her Heart and Home said...

Ahhhhh! SO AMAZING! The resort looks insanely gorgeous!!! xx

BLovedBoston said...

Love your photos and the resort looks gorgeous!! So glad you were able to relax and enjoy a much deserved vacation!!

JMO said...

Oh man- with the temps hitting 25 degrees at night this looks like paradise! Beautiful! Happy anniversary you two! zozo

Katie Elizabeth said...

I agree with Jessi, this looks like straight up paradise after having it snow here this morning!! So glad you guys had a great getaway and happy 10th anniversary! Cheers to many more :)

P!nky said...

WOW! looks amazing!

Nina @ Flowers in my Hair said...

Take me there now....I just saw flurries

Lizzie @ This Happy Life said...

Those pictures have me drooling! I hope one of these years the hubby & I can get enough courage to leave the kiddos for an adult vaca!

Kate at Green Fashionista said...

Gorgeous pictures! I'm so glad you guys got to celebrate your big anniversary as such an amazing resort. I've been all over the world, and Punta Cana is hands down my favorite place. And a fish pedicure sounds like something that would make me squeal but I am so intrigued to try it out!

MakeMeUpMia said...

So glad you had a wonderful trip! I've never been there either but my in laws just got back from there and they loved it too! We went to Cancun a few years back with our best friends and it was so fun!

Unknown said...

so happy you had such a great trip! it looks like a blast and that room is to die for!!

Heather Lockhart said...

Looks like paradise! Glad y'all had such a great time.

-Heather
I do what I want.

Brittany @ Perpetually Daydreaming said...

Looks like a gorgeous resort and an amazing trip! A relaxing beach vacation where you do nothing is sometimes exactly what you need, isn't it? Glad you had a fun time!

Pamela @ alittleglitter.com said...

I'm so glad you had fun! Punta Cana is awesome! I love it there! It is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been.

Erin LFF said...

I LOVED Punta Cana- so glad you guys did too! :) I've heard great things about the Hard Rock hotel, if we ever go back I think that's where I would like to stay! :)

Sara McCarty said...

Oh my gosh, amazing! I'm so jealous of an adults only vacation. I'm desperately needing one. This place looks gorgeous too!

Anonymous said...

Aw, the perfect anniversary trip! Loved seeing the recap. You and your hub are the cutest ;)

Carly said...

Wow what stunning pictures! It looks like you guys had a wonderful anniversary trip! I've always thought the DR looks gorgeous but I hear of people doing excursions a lot (which really aren't my thing)- so it was nice to hear that you guys just relaxed and had an amazing time.

Unknown said...

What a fabulous trip! Happy Anniversary to you and your hubby :) Enjoy a restful weekend, Amanda :)
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Stephanie | Olive and Tate | said...

oh so loving your getaway! thanks for linking up!

Hall Around Texas said...

Wow! That place looks amazing!!!! Great pictures. And I am so curious about the fish pedicure. I've seen and heard about them...but not sure if I could do it. Did it freak you out?