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Escape to the Dominican Republic with Sunwing Vacations

March 30, 2017

Dress available here

A few weeks ago my friend Mo from Miss Lion Hunter and I escaped to an amazing trip to the Dominican Republic with Sunwing Vacations. I don’t remember the last time I’ve had a girlfriend getaway, so this opportunity was definitely welcomed with open arms. I caught the travel bug at a young age since my mother worked for the tourism board of Mali and traveled around the world almost half of the year. Though I only have pictures to remember those days, I feel the best when I am away exploring other cultures or simply lying on the beach getting my melanin on point. Read More »

Style, Travel

DIY Cover Up With Pom Poms ( kaftan)

March 24, 2017

How to make a pom pom cover-up kaftan- Chic Punta Cana all inclusive all adult resort

I few weeks before my trip to Punta Cana With Sunwing vacations, I started looking around for cover ups. I wanted a fun and colorful one that I could wear both in and out of the beach. Sadly, the ones that really caught my eyes did not come in my size. I am sure you know the rest of the story. Frustration and anger started to get the best of me. To think that in 2017 we still can’t find what we love when it comes to clothing is unbelievable. With my minimal sewing skills, I made one for myself and this is the result. It was inspired by this Pom-pom Trim Beach Cover-up that Merrick Art made a few years back. Check out her post for all the instructions on how to make your own cover up. Feel free to also check these stores on Etsy  for some options. Read More »

Hotel Room, Travel

CHIC Punta Cana Junior Suite

March 20, 2017

Chic Punta Cana Junior Suite in the dominican republic- see more on mycurvesandcurls.com

 I am writing this post as I head back to Toronto from an amazing week at the beautiful CHIC Punta Cana resort.  CHIC Punta Cana is an adults only all inclusive luxury resort in the Dominican Republic. If you follow my Insta Stories, I am sure you’ve had a glimpse of our room and the entire resort. I have a lot to share with you about my experience at CHIC Punta Cana, but first, let’s talk about our junior suite. The resort has 323 suites all designed with couples and or friends in mind. Our contemporary junior suite was everything we needed to unwind and relax in after a combined 8 hours trip with Sunwing Vacations and leaving the -15 in Toronto.
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Shopping, Travel

What To Pack: Tropical Vacation (Plus size)

March 13, 2017

 I am getting ready to take my flight this afternoon for sunny Punta Cana with Sunwing vacations. Pinch me twice ! Spring break couldn’t have been a better time, especially with the nasty weather we’ve been having as of late. Many of you had questions regarding a few of the things I packed for the trip. Since I could not answer to all the questions on my instatories, I thought I would share some of my favorite swimsuits, bags, sandals, basically everything you need for a tropical vacation.  Read More »

Travel

2017 Travel Wish List

January 31, 2017
Travel Wish list

The husband taking photos while in Cancun,Mexico in 2015

Do you have a travel wish list ? Every year I make a long list of places I would love to visit with my family or by myself. Unfortunately, I don’t make it to every place on my list due to lack of time and or money.Traveling and decorating our home are two things I am planning to invest and focus on this year.Today, I’m sharing a few travel destinations I would love to visit in 2017. The list includes cities from around the world and within Canada. I must confess that going through airports is not my fave thing to do, especially with recent events.  Last year was fantastic; we were able to go to New York, Mont Tremblant, Great Wolf Lodge as a family. I went to Dubai with my sister, and Boston to visit my family. Not bad for a year.
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Shopping, Travel

Plus Size Resort Wear & Tropical Vacation Clothes

January 12, 2017
PLus size resort wear and vacation cloth. off shoulder dress
Plus size resort wear

Are you headed on a little winter getaway on a tropical island? With the weather reaching well over -10 degrees these days,  everyone is headed somewhere tropical. I have no vacation plans so far, however that won’t stop me from daydreaming. “On vacation, you can wear all the colorful and casual clothing that you like, but you must always be elegant” Christian Dior. I could not agree more with the above statement. Vacation is the time to let loose, but still look chic.

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Hotel Room, Interior, Travel

Great Wolf Lodge – Grand Wolf Suite review

January 4, 2017

Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls rooms (Grand Wolf Suite) see more on mycurvesandcurls.com

Over the holidays, we traveled to Great Wolf Lodge Niagara Falls. After hearing so much about this amazing place, we finally decided to take some time off to have fun with the kids. December is a birth month of my first son, what is a better gift than having a good time an entire weekend in a place that is geared toward kids. I can’t wait to tell you all about our trip in an upcoming post, but first, can we talk about our fabulous room? Read More »

Style, Travel

Dark Denim + Poncho // Casual Winter Travel Outfit (Plus Size)

January 1, 2017

Winter travel outfit ideas- mycurvesandcurls.com

Happy New Year loves ! I hope you all had a fantastic end of year. I’ve been a little M.I.A as of late because I am not a fan of the end of the year. Ever since I reached my 30s, I go through some anxiety especially during the last week of  December. I always think about all the things I could have accomplished the last 12 months. Time never waits for anyone. With that being said, I still grateful for all the opportunities I received over the last year.
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Travel

25 things You Need to Know Before Traveling to Dubai

September 5, 2016

Assa-cisse-what-to-wear-do in-dubai-1 what to know before travelling to dubai

Visiting Dubai for the first time ? There are so many things you need to know before you book your ticket.  I visited Dubai last May and it was one of the most beautiful cities i’ve been to so far. The laws and culture are very different from what I am used to, but that never stopped me from taking this trip of a lifetime. When you love traveling as much as I do, you have to be open minded and very receptive of other cultures. This list is based on what I’ve observed and learned from tour guides during my trip.

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