California: Take a vacation from life with a farmstay

California: Take a vacation from life with a farmstay

Seeking an escape from the hectic, crowded cities, vacationers flock to the gorgeous countryside of Italy to experience of the rural lifestyles of Italian farmers. Coined by the term agriturismo (a combination of agriculture and tourism), these farmhouse vacations give visitors the opportunity to live life on the farm, participating in daily chores and experiencing…

Choose Your Adventure: Girlfriend Getaways

Choose Your Adventure: Girlfriend Getaways

Gather your best gals for one of these refreshing getaways (or meet new friends!). We found an exciting and therapeutic trip for everyone. Whether you’re an artsy diva or a rough-and-tumble cowgirl, girlfriend getaways are the perfect vacation to try something new and strengthen bonds. Which getaway style are you? (Click your trip for further…

Monterey, CA: Education, comfort and entertainment combine

Monterey, CA: Education, comfort and entertainment combine

The gorgeous county of Monterey boasts 99 miles of prime Pacific coastline, the 5,312 sq. mile National Marine Sanctuary and the nation’s top-ranked Monterey Bay Aquarium. Now, there is a new addition. Set for August 25-29, 2010, the 2010 Blue Ocean Film Festival & Conservation Summit is a global ocean-focused event that will wet everyone’s…

Get Nailed: Making friends with your feet
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Get Nailed: Making friends with your feet

Summer travel is particularly hard on feet. Liberated of socks and the protection of boots, peds are front and center and therefore demand attention. Besides, most likely you packed a great pair of vacay sandals with high hopes of adventure. Do those sandals justice and assemble this survival “foot kit.” You’ll find yourself in good…

Healdsburg reveals a secret sanctum: Prohibition Speakeasy

Healdsburg reveals a secret sanctum: Prohibition Speakeasy

Want to spice up a romance? Meet up with a secret lover? Literally soak in the dark memories of passionate times past? Check out Prohibition, a sexy Speakeasy!Access is a bit funky! Enter the corner “wine shop” and head right–straight to the 1930s style phone booth. Step in, lift the phone receiver, and prepare for…