When it comes to beauty gatherings, one of the biggest events around is the ipsy Gen Beauty conference. Over the weekend of July 21-22, the San Francisco-based event brought together 18 celebrity YouTube and internet beauty stars, over 30 major beauty brands (including Benefit Cosmetics, Pixi Beauty, MAC Cosmetics, and many others), and Continue Reading
When it comes to must-see travel destinations, Big Sur, California should be on your list. As a Monterey Peninsula native, a perk of living just a short 45-minute drive from Big Sur is that we can hop in the car and head down to this majestic locale whenever we want. Now that the Pacific Coast Highway […]
A spa day is more than a luxury in life – it’s pretty essential to one’s health and well-being (if you ask me). Even if you just book a single 50-minute treatment (like a relaxing facial or massage), I can promise that will probably be the best hour you’ve spent taking care of yourself in […]
From outdoor adventures in the northern California mountains of Lake Tahoe to luxurious coastal retreats in Southern California’s picturesque Laguna Niguel, here are 5 fun places to visit in California for Memorial Day weekend. 5 Fun Places to Visit in California Whether you’re traveling with your family and friends or going solo, here are Continue Reading
Having traveled the world (from Mexico and Europe to Asia and beyond), I’ve been fortunate to stay at all types of luxury hotels and resorts. While there are so many beautiful places around the globe to visit, one of my favorite places on Earth happens to also be my hometown – Pebble Beach, California. This world-renowned Continue Reading
The Fun Foodie’s Guide to Pebble Beach Food & Wine – The Biggest and Best Party on the Central Coast
When it comes to throwing the biggest and best 4-day party on the Central Coast, Pebble Beach Food & Wine always takes the cake. Now in their 11th year of popping bottles and exceeding expectations, the PBFW festival was primed to outdo itself, by living up the grand reputation it had built over the past decade of Continue Reading
If you’d love to visit Denmark, but don’t have the time in your schedule to fly across the globe, then we’re here to fill you in on the next best thing to Copenhagen. Tucked away in the rolling hills of Southern California’s wine country (just 35 miles north of Santa Barbara, in the Santa Ynez Valley) […]
Dreaming of a luxurious tropical escape (but don’t want to trek across the globe)? Then indulge your jet-setter fantasies by visiting the coastal region of Orange County. Set among lush palm trees along the picturesque Pacific Ocean (and less than 2-hours away from Los Angeles), find out why this upscale Southern California Continue Reading
Macy’s Culinary Council hosts a 3-Course Dinner with Celebrity Chef Stuart O’Keeffe in San Francisco
This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of Macy’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a gourmet 3-course dinner hosted by Celebrity Chef Stuart O’Keeffe. Join us on Saturday, April 8th, 2018 at 6 pm at Macy’s Union Square in San Francisco, Continue Reading
One of our favorite things to do on the Monterey Peninsula is to go to the beach. From the salty air to the relaxing sound of the waves, there’s nothing more enjoyable on a warm, sunny day than spending time by the coast. Since our area is a major tourist attraction, quite often the beaches […]
GourmetFest is an exclusive food and wine festival that is held annually in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California, bringing culinary excellence and outstanding wines to the Central Coast. Hosted by David Fink (Founder & CEO of Mirabel Hotel and Restaurant Group) on behalf of Relais & Châteaux, this year’s elegant event represented the 5th Continue Reading
If you’re feeling a sense of wanderlust, then it’s time to consider taking a road trip along the famed Northern California coastline. One of the highlights of doing a California road trip is seeing the spectacular views and unique destination spots that this picturesque state has to offer. An Inspiring Northern California Road Continue Reading