Coddled at the base of five rugged, serene and sometimes snow-capped mountain ranges, the Coachella Valley is set in a dramatic desertscape that’s smudged with soft pastels and muted shades of earthtones. It was named in the 1800s by the Southern Pacific Railroad Corporation and...
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and American Airlines teamed up to reward thousands of healthcare professionals from NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst for their caring front line work. To show appreciation, both Hyatt and American Airlines are offering a complimentary three-night vacation, to help these heroes recharge and...
Rosewood Miramar Beach has temporarily halted operations of its newly opened resort in Montecito, CA. Rosewood Executives feel that during these unprecedented times, they must remain steadfast in their commitment in taking every precaution to help ensure the health and safety of guests, associates and the...
An early morning mist ambles over the sparkling Pacific as a flock of seagulls take to the air and dolphins frolic below. Onboard the luxurious Catalina Express, leaving from Long Beach to Avalon you're on your way to a mix of both the gentle pace...
In the 1930s and 1940s, one and two story motor hotels were built In Palm Springs offering guest rooms with a front and back door leading out to a parking area for travelers to park their car near their room. These motels were a hot...
When the Carnival Panorama was christened on December 10, 2019, Christine Duffy, President of Carnival Cruise Line excitedly welcomed guests on the inaugural cruise. “The Carnival Panorama is the first new Carnival ship to sail from Long Beach at the Carnival Cruise Terminal in 20...
[vc_row] [vc_column width='1/3'] Author: Ronnie Greenberg Photos by: Joe Hilbers Ronnie Greenberg 5310 Dubois Ave Woodland Hills, CA 91367 (818) 347-7437 mrg5310@aol.com [/vc_column] [vc_column width='2/3'] Fill your Heart with Vancouver's Sights & Sounds By: Ronnie Greenberg Photos: Joe Hilbers Vancouver, spectacular by nature, and Canada's portal to the Pacific Rim, is often touted as earth's nearest approach to Paradise. ...
Craggy mountain ranges cast their shadows across the shimmering canopies of quaking Aspens that grow thick along the Colorado River heading to Devil’s Thumb Ranch. Located in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, Devil’s Thumb Ranch encompasses 4,000 acres at the foot of the Continental Divide. A...
“Tall and tan and young and lovely, the girl from Ipanema goes walking, and when she passes each one, she passes goes “a-a-a-h.” This Grammy winning Brazilian bossa nova and jazz song, “Girl from Ipanema” by Tom Jobim and Vinicius de Moraes brought awareness and...
The Park MGM is one of MGM’s new mega resorts in Las Vegas. Recently renovating and rebranding the Monte Carlo in a joint venture with Sydell Group, MGM renamed the 32 floor resort Park MGM. There are 2,992 guest rooms, including 259 luxury suites, a...
The cities of Oregon's Central Coast are strung like a necklace of pearls along fifty miles of Highway 101. They are blessed with rugged seascapes, isolated coves, untouched tidepools, long sandy beaches, picturesque lighthouses, and magnificent arched bridges. The passion, magic and vitality of each...
Boarding the 157-foot, 49 passenger Galileo motorized sailing ship from Marina Zeas in Athens, Greece, we were excited to embark on an 8-day ‘Jewels of the Cyclades’ cruise showcasing some of the most popular Aegean Islands....
High desert sage brushed mesas snuggle up to the curves and jags of the soaring Sangre de Cristos Mountains, while brilliant sunlight and rainbow halos captivate the uninterrupted stretch of Taos’ pale blue sky. Deep red bunches of ristra punctuate the earth-toned adobes that complete...
Newport Beach is one of the top Southern California multigenerational staycations for active families to relax and renew. Staying overnight at Fashion Island Hotel offers a multitude of activities for all ages, starting with a swim in the sparkling pool and bubbling whirlpool. One feels...
Temecula, one of the most historic communities in Southern California is shaking things up from its tumultuous past that's peppered with vestiges of the old west. It went from Indian village to mission outpost, from Mexican rancho to crossroad settlements and railroad town. Throughout...
[vc_row] [vc_column width='1/3'] JILL WEINLEIN After graduating from UCLA, JIll traveled the world looking for unique destinations. She's been writing about her travels for almost 30 years in various publications. She writes a weekly restaurant review for the Beverly Press and Park LaBrea News. It’s inserted into the Los...