Napa Valley Festival del Sole

Napa Valley Festival del Sole

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…

Casa Joaquin: Boutique Hotel in Quito’s Liveliest Neighborhood

Casa Joaquin: Boutique Hotel in Quito’s Liveliest Neighborhood

  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…

Fun in the sun at South Lake Tahoe’s Zephyr Cove!

Fun in the sun at South Lake Tahoe’s Zephyr Cove!

With its crystal clear blue alpine water and stunning mountain scenery, Lake Tahoe has long been a favorite of travelers for outdoor adventure and lakeside R&R. Zephyr Cove, a beach surrounded by the wooded area of the South Lake Tahoe shoreline, is the perfect getaway for an adventurous summer retreat. I just jetted off with…

Creamy Candy Kisses with NIVEA Lip Butter

Creamy Candy Kisses with NIVEA Lip Butter

  Indulge in long-lasting, lip-smacking nourishment with the NIVEA tasty collection of fanciful flavored lip butters. The compact tins are purse and pocket-friendly! The rich formula of Shea Butter, Almond Oil and Vitamin E hydrates and soothes dry lips. NIVEA boasts they make “kissing so much better” I know I am always looking for an…