Photo: Christina Haack/Instagram

Christina Haackand fiancéJoshua Hallmade some big memories in Big Sur!
“Dear California, I apologize for all the negative things I’ve ever said about you,” she wrote. “Big Sur is a gift from Heaven and I am officially in love.”
“We are definitely retiring here,” theChristina on the Coaststar continued. “Peaceful tranquility. Josh + Redwood trees + the ocean = perfection . 🙏☯️🌲🌊.”
Christina Haack/Instagram

In her second post, Haack shared a collection of photos and videos of the couple experiencing Big Sur, including beautiful sunsets, more animal encounters and stolen kisses in the forest.
“Josh and I both grew up camping in Big Sur,” Haack wrote in the caption, adding that “these were some of my absolute best memories.”

“When he told me he was taking me on a surprise trip and I realized it was Post Ranch Inn I had a huge smile on my face because it was nostalgic/ bucket list,” she continued. “Perfect reset. Hiking in fresh air, alone time and tranquil bliss.”

Haack announcedher engagement to Hallin a Sept. 20. Instagram post. In addition to their Big Sur vacation, the couple has also visitedsnowy Park City, Utahandsunny Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, in the recent weeks since their engagement.
In January, Haackshut down critics of her relationshipin an Instagram post featuring a smiling shot of the couple from their Cabo trip.
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“Too fast, too soon, too blah blah blah.. that feeling of pure bliss / those deep convos, love is what it is. ❤️🔒🗝,” she wrote in the caption.
In a second post, Haack shared a photo of her and her soon-to-be husband perched on a seawall as they posed for a pic.
“Building life together and enjoying some alone time,” Haack wrote beside the sweet photo. “Love you Josh. ❤️♾.”
source: people.com