19th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival
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19th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival

We are super excited because the  19th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival is happening March 30 – April 3, 2016! The festival is a prime destination for film aficionados not only for its commitment to daring, diverse storytelling and innovative, independent film, but also for its advantageous location in California’s Wine Country. Throughout the festival, epicurean, spirits, and winery…

Cozy Comfort  & Convenience: Locanda Ca’ Zose; Venice, Italy
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Cozy Comfort & Convenience: Locanda Ca’ Zose; Venice, Italy

It seems like only yesterday when as a college student I set off on a summer European adventure. With a backpack and my train pass in hand, I covered seven countries in three months. Venice, Northern Italy’s “Queen of the Adriatic”, a unique and majestic city built on an archipelago of small islands, was among…

A Spa Experience Without Leaving Home
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A Spa Experience Without Leaving Home

My latest beauty find is the dream of a fellow Floridian and Diva Extraordinaire, Alia Hosch. Alia spent many successful years in the spa-wellness arena working for several hotel groups. Her career path led her into sales for a respected skin care line and the rest is history. Passion, persistence and a unique personal care…

Villa San Pio: A Roman Treasure in Aventine
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Villa San Pio: A Roman Treasure in Aventine

First off, thank you Wikipedia for setting me straight on European ancient history and the founding of Rome. Before October 2015, I had never heard of Palatine Hill or Aventine Hill. I soon learned that Rome grew out of several settlements concentrated in an area recognized in literature and historic documents as the “Seven Hills…

Central Coast: Santa Barbara Vintners Spring Celebration
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Central Coast: Santa Barbara Vintners Spring Celebration

The countdown for the Santa Barbara Vintners Spring Weekend is on. Santa Barbara and San Ynez Wine Country offer a beautiful backdrop for tasting some of California’s best boutique wines. Sunshine, wine and culinary delights. Say no more. No further motivation needed for a road trip. California here I come! The festival spans over several…