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Sunday Edition: I'm Sorry This is Late, I Was Having Too Much Fun

An unforgettable day. ☀️

Jul 20, 2026
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The Sunday Edition is Tuesday’s little sister—off-the-cuff updates I’d bring up over a coffee catch-up with a friend.

Today ended the same way it began: driving my ATV through the dark in a bikini, along dirt roads in Costa Rica. In between, I had an epic sunrise surf session with new friends, belly laughs with one of my oldest friends, watched the final World Cup game crowded around a propped-up phone at a surf shack, got the best facial of my life, and ate so much fresh fruit and fish. It was as close to a perfect day as it gets—the last of a truly idyllic trip to the sweetest surf town. I’ll be sharing so many more details on Tuesday, including our full itinerary…

Until then, here are some highlights and 3 tips for traveling with a friend:

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