Engagement Shoot in Cartagena, Colombia | Alejandro + Katie

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It was an overcast, steamy afternoon in the South American city of Cartagena, and I was six months pregnant, (read: super uncomfortable with mega-swollen feet) but Katie’s effervescent personality and Alejandro’s laid-back Colombian attitude brought the perfect blend of charm to our pre-wedding shoot around Cartagena’s historic city centre.  The horse-drawn carriage didn’t hurt to amp up the ambience either…and my feet were especially enthused!  From streetside salted mango bites to the loveliest tropically-toned exteriors, Cartagena delivered the senses with the best this UNESCO World Heritage Site had to offer.   Here for your enjoyment is just a taste of what Cartagena’s city streets have to offer lovers the world over!

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-Chiffon maxi dresses: light and breezy and super simple to dress up or down

-My squishy down-filled pillow.  It saved my mega-pregnant self from some discomfort while traveling!

-Stainless steel Camelbak water bottle: kept my water cool, and me hydrated…a carabiner slipped through the top’s handle made it quick to hook onto my camera bag.

-Audible.  Books get heavy and I’m one of those people who have several on the go at once because I like picking up something that suits my mood.  Audio books on my iPhone helped make long flights and endless layovers more enjoyable.

-My cousin Stephanie!  Okay, so obviously not an accessory, but she did meet up with me in Colombia to hang out for the week and I don’t know WHAT I would have done without her!  When you’re pregnant and feeling more vulnerable than normal, it’s oh-so-lovely to have a trusted friend by your side, especially when out exploring someplace new!

What are YOUR can’t-live-without travel accessories?