Losers Win Big: The Biggest Loser Resort–Fitness Ridge Malibu

Losers Win Big: The Biggest Loser Resort–Fitness Ridge Malibu

The Biggest Loser Resort at Fitness Ridge Malibu (they’ve got to do something about shortening the name, unless maybe you burn more calories saying it all?) can best be described as a compassionate, caring, kick-butt boot camp where crying is allowed—hell, it’s even encouraged. At our welcome orientation, given by Essara, the resort’s exuberant Life…

A Special Find: Hotel Major – Dubrovnik Riviera, Croatia

A Special Find: Hotel Major – Dubrovnik Riviera, Croatia

AFFORDABILITY & PROXIMITY TO DUBROVNIK The Hotel Major is a hidden gem, especially for travelers arriving late or departing early on International flights. It is also the perfect haven for those who love convenience yet prefer to be away from the busy Dubrovnik city center. And… definitely, a find for many of us who simply refuse…

SLO Film Festival tickets best bang for your stocking stuffer buck

SLO Film Festival tickets best bang for your stocking stuffer buck

We’re down to crunch time here, and if you STILL haven’t bought your significant other a great Xmas prezzie, it’s ok–as long as you act fast. You have until December 31, to buy discounted tickets to the 17th Annual San Luis Obispo International Film Festival (SLOIFF) March 9-13, 2011. What film buff wouldn’t be thrilled…

Grace Potter & the Nocturnals – Heats Up Winter

Grace Potter & the Nocturnals – Heats Up Winter

Rock’n Diva – Grace Potter hits the stage with the Winter 2011 tour in Covington, Kentucky…making her way south to Sunny Florida and my favorite North Florida Venue, the historic Florida Theatre in Jacksonville on March 3rd. Madame Grace, a sexed up powerful mix of a brunette Stevie Nicks and a fiery Tina Turner, belts out cult classics like the KINKS…

Destination: West Palm Beach, Florida

Destination: West Palm Beach, Florida

When I think of West Palm Beach, I think of a Martini – the quintessential American cocktail. West Palm mirrors the drink’s colorful iconic past… serving as an inspiration for artists, celebrities, politicians and the wealthy. But like the Martini, West Palm has evolved. The destination remains true to its socialite roots and legacy, but…