Palm trees, warm weather and beautiful beaches are not the only reasons to visit Santa Barbara in the upcoming summer months. The sunny, southern California city is the host for several upcoming creative musical events. Pack a bag and get out of town for a summer vacation while you visit one of the most beautiful…
Born in Somalia, raised Muslim, Ayaan Hirsi Ali fled to the Netherlands in 1992 to escape a forced marriage to an elderly cousin in Canada she had never met. She learned Dutch, earned her college degree in political science, and worked for the Dutch Labor party, serving as a parliamentarian. She denounced Islam after the…
I’m used to being called a princess, but i never knew i could use my powers for good. No matter where you live you can send your dry-cleaned dresses to The Princess Project and provide prom dresses to disadvantaged teens in California. San Francisco: Last year they served over 1,800 high school girls. Girls from…
Monterey County: An adventurer’s dream, a photographer’s fantasy, a place of unbridled beauty No matter what your travel style, Monterey County is sure to please. Deemed one of the most breathtaking areas in the world, this coastal gem will undoubtedly leave travelers in a state of speechless awe at the wonder of natural beauty that…
Horseback riding divas – this is your once in a lifetime opportunity to ride with an Olympian! Next month! Hotel Cheval located in the Central Coast of California is offering a unique package with riders in mind: the “Olympic Equestrian Experience.” This unparalleled offer, for both novice and experienced equestrian travelers, features the opportunity for…
The long-awaited issue has finally come…San Francisco Magazine’s Best of the Bay 09 is here! I recently attended the grand fête and the sparkle of the evening is still in my eyes. Aperitive amuse bouche, luscious libations, rhapsodic rhythms—luxe, luxe, luxe. Have you ever been to a party that was so amazing that you had…
This summer, The Santa Barbara Conference Visitors Bureau and Film Commission offers you the opportunity to experience Santa Barbara to its fullest (the recent fires left most of the city untouched). Compliments of Santa Barbara provides travelers not only with a checklist of 20 classic local experiences, but also offers perks and upgrades at 28…