Gretchen Metnick at REAL Broker LLC

02/19/2026

After nearly 40 hours of travel home from the Maldives (even longer for Christina 😬), we went from seaplane to Malé, on to Dubai, then the 14.5-hour marathon on Emirates’ double-deck plane to Washington Dulles International Airport, and I'm finally home in Syracuse.

Already looking forward to flying Emirates again—second-story seats, onboard lounge, amazing food, martinis, and those ridiculously comfortable pajamas (I fully embraced them… Christina did not 😂).

Trade-off: turquoise water and sunshine for gray skies and winter muck. Totally worth it—but the Maldives set the bar pretty high. 🥂

02/18/2026

Another day in overwater bungalow and somehow it still didn’t feel real.

Snorkeling straight off the steps with the entire ocean as our backyard… a little time at the infinity pool (my dermatologist is definitely going to have something to say about that)… getting dressed up for dinner only to end up taking out a paddle boat and laughing until we cried… sunset from our deck… and ending the night at the island spa and restaurant, completely at peace.

Funny how I don’t post daily updates from snowy, gray life back home in Syracuse… but drop me in the Maldives and suddenly I’m a full-time travel influencer. 🤣❄️➡️🌊📸

No regrets. 🥂✨

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02/16/2026

Valentine’s Day- celebrating with my best friend in the Maldives. 🌴😎💙

We spent the day snorkeling in crystal-clear water, laughing like we always have, and ended the night with dinner over the ocean Conrad Maldives Rangali Island watching sharks glide beneath us as if they were part of the show.

Proof that soulmates aren’t always romantic. Sometimes they’re the friend who’s been beside you through every chapter… and now, this one too.

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02/15/2026

🚲Island afternoon biking, then Sunset, happy hour which melted into an evening of local entertainment that felt more like a joyful night out for the staff than a show for guests, and the authenticity made it unforgettable the end of the night under the stars, ho**ah in hand, fully embracing the Maldives. 🥂🌴

02/14/2026

Paradise! 🌊

02/13/2026

Is this real life?😎🐠🌊Began the day at .undersea.restaurant -sipping champagne while sharks cruised by our table like it was completely normal.🦈🥂

Then into the turquoise Indian Ocean/where I had an up-close encounter with a stingray.😱

As if that wasn't enough, the afternoon turned into three back-to-back cocktail parties for Hilton Diamond members-bubbly was flowing-it was quite literally a champagne day.🍾🥂

Grateful, spoiled, & sun-kissed.

02/12/2026

Dubai, you were dazzling...but yesterday we traded skyscrapers for sea planes. Final leg--Dubai to Male to a seaplane in the Indian Ocean to Rangali Island.
🌴Now living on island time...Bucket list level: unlocked.💫 .wade.jones

02/09/2026

Bucket list trip officially in motion ✈️✨

Started in Washington, DC with .wade.jones (and yes—plot twist-Jason Metnick met up with us to catch up 😄 life is funny like that). From there, we flew Emirates airlines to Dubai indulging in a 2-day layover 🐪🌆 before continuing on to the Maldives on Wednesday 🏝️💙

A whole lot of adventure ahead—and we’re just getting started 💫

10/13/2025

New Listing in Fayetteville!
🏡5117 Shiraz Lane, Fayetteville, NY
💥5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths
🏫 Fayetteville-Manlius Central School District
⭐️Broker's Open House Wednesday, Oct 15th 10:30am-1:00pm

08/14/2025

🌊 New Listing – Oneida Lake Beach Community! 🌊

Discover this charming year-round 2-bedroom cottage just steps from the water! Completely updated and move-in ready, this home features:
✅ Brand new roof
✅ New flooring
✅ New heating & cooling system
✅ New appliances – and so much more!

Offered at just $149,900, with an HOA of only $40/year. For an additional $100/year, you can put in in the designated community area Oneida Lake Beach Community – where relaxation meets recreation! ⛱

Listed for sale at $149900. Oneida Lake Life Year-Round Retreat! This updated 2-Bedroom Cottage in Chittenango School District is nestled in the hea...

08/01/2025

Real estate headlines have been buzzing with news about the NAR lawsuit settlement, but what does it actually mean if you’re buying or selling in 2025?

In plain English: sellers may no longer be expected to cover the buyer’s agent commission.

Buyers will have more room to negotiate directly with their own agents.

It’s a huge shift that introduces more flexibility, but also added complexity.

The right agent can walk you through what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what you need to know before you sign.

📌 Message me if you want a breakdown based on your goals.