September 27-29, 2013 Laguna Beach is an enticing Southern California town known for its rocky scalloped coastline, stunning views and many art festivals. This relaxing coastal town is picturesque and the perfect location to attend a three day Heart of Memoir Writing Workshop led by world traveler Kathryn Abajian. While enjoying the refreshing sea breeze…
When asked what my dream vacation was, I answered without hesitation, “Somewhere with a beach.” I hate being landlocked. There’s just something about being near the ocean and knowing that there is so much more going on underwater than there is on land that we don’t know about. Summer is around the corner, and what…
Nothing says summertime like good company, divine wines, and delicious food in the countryside.. Collect a a buddy and put the top down for a beautiful drive to Santa Ynez Valley. Spend the afternoon of August 10 attending a Santa Maria style BBQ! Explore The Margerum Wine Company while dining on local meats and veggies plus…
August 4: 5K9 Walk Run Fundraiser Debuts in the Bay Area The Petco Foundation and Multisports.com are once again calling all two- and four-legged runners, walkers and waggers to take part in a 5K9 Walk Run series in support of local pets and healthy lifestyles. Each race includes a 5 kilometer (3.1 mile) and 1 mile run/walk event for…
Festival del Sole’s Spectacular Gala at Meadowood Napa Valley Festival del Sole’s Annual Gala at Meadowood Napa Valley was an evening worthy of the Great Gatsby himself. Glamour, world-class croquet, jazz, and an elegant dinner on the lawn all conspire to transport guests back to the Roaring Twenties. It was wonderful seeing so many incredible Divas…
Originally built in 1930 as a family home in the newer (at that time) part of Quito just north of the Old Town Center, Casa Joaquin has loads of history and character. The family run, colonial-era inn has been completely renovated, very well-done and tasteful. The decor is stylish, but not at all over…
The small, family-run inn Casa de Las Rosas in Cuenca, Ecuador did not come by its name lightly. This was the home of the Tapia family from 1952 until 2008, and today is run as a six-room boutique hotel by Rosa Tapia Peña, daughter of Luis and Rosa Tapia who built the home. With…