The evening includes fine French wines, a slew of delish French food (sausages, cheeses, french bread and pastries and of course, lots of superb fois gras,) a fashion show featuring the latest styles straight from the European runways, and a silent auction that I’m saving my Euro’s for. Got my eye on the First-class Eurail…
We all love the languorousness of a low-key, relaxing vacation, but sometimes even the dreamiest inactivity becomes, well, boring. The Heldrich Hotel in New Jersey is offering vacation packages right now that promise the best of both worlds: luxurious accommodations coupled with a location smack in the middle a district full of busy restaurants, theater…
Rollin’ Rollin’ Rollin’ Keep them doggies movin’ Rawhide! The tune kept running through my mind as the mass of huge gray-matted beasts crested the hilltop– hundreds strong, all galloping straight toward me- or so it seemed. Rewind to a few weeks ago, when I was lucky enough receive an invitation to participate in South Dakota…
Our first holiday gift rave for 2008 is Brandini Toffee! We love it – and turns out it’s a real big hit – winning awards left and right. We give it FIRST PLACE for tasty delight to share, ship and show off! Secret Recipe: Brandini Toffee is handmade with only four ingredients: butter, sugar, dark…
Located on a peninsula in Great Britain, tiny Wales has long had a flourishing arts scene. The mountainous scenery has inspired and nurtured many artists, informing the designs of the late Welsh designer Laura Ashley and inspiring Portmeirion pottery, named for the fantasy village in North Wales. The capital city of Cardiff is home to…
Eight days/ seven nights in lovely Paris. Includes: transfers, breakfast, lunch & dinner everyday. Plus museum & subway tickets. We may have a chef cooking our Christmas dinner. Dec 20th – 27th, 2008 Our tour will take us to enticing bistros in various neighborhoods and shopping in great secondhand stores in and around Paris as…
Go on vacation while simultaneously helping to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves. The Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club now includes an exclusive tour of the Marine Mammal Care Center (MMCC) at Fort MacArthur in its “Save the Sea Lions” Package. Guests can witness first-hand how the Center benefits Southern California wildlife, while…