Hotel Review: Sweet Serenity with Loews Lake Las Vegas
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Hotel Review: Sweet Serenity with Loews Lake Las Vegas

The Strip, undeniably, continues to be the top Las Vegas attraction captivating and entertaining visitors with it’s high-energy glitz, glamour and 24/7 nightlife. But for those seeking sunshine and sweet serenity in a spectacular desert oasis setting, travel beyond the city lights to the quaint village of Lake Las Vegas. It is here one discovers affordable luxury, superior service and award-winning cuisine all under one roof. The Loews…

Affinia 50 in NYC perfect pick for Urban Girlfriends
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Affinia 50 in NYC perfect pick for Urban Girlfriends

I always stay at the same hotel on the West side of Manhattan. Not because it’s particularly wonderful, or that I get a great rate or anything, but because it’s geographically desirable–right across the street from my sister’s apt. However, on a recent visit ( my mom and I were back for a second try…

Tuscany: A Retreat Center that Values Pizza as Much as Peace
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Tuscany: A Retreat Center that Values Pizza as Much as Peace

In the hills of Tuscany is a transformative experience. This may sound cheesy (and you may not believe me), but let me tell you a bit about The Hill that Breathes. The Hill that Breathes is an award-winning retreat center that runs yoga and holistic holidays (but much, much more they say). It’s home to…

Vacation Creatively – Posh Flats for Rent
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Vacation Creatively – Posh Flats for Rent

Hotels are cool, yes, but rentals are totally in. And a rental that is posh, artistic and inspiring? Totally, totally in. Creative Flats is a Montreal-based rental firm that offers up the perfect example of what happens when an attention to detail and style are made priorities. Since 2000, Nathalie Bouchard and Annie Horth –…

Product Review: Stay Dry with Winter Waterproofing by Nikwax
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Product Review: Stay Dry with Winter Waterproofing by Nikwax

    As we rally back to school and our flip flops and shorts are replaced by wool sweaters, jackets and cold weather gear, it is time to prepare for old man winter. When cooler temps, rain and snow are part of the daily forecast, protecting and conditioning your outerwear is highly recommended. Nikwax, an…