Post contributed by Lisa Crovo Dion Last weekend, San Francisco experienced an unprecedented heat wave. The city, normally cool, grey and foggy during summer, topped out at a scalding 106! I was rescued from the heat by a last minute invite from my BFF Megan to join her poolside at a 5,000 sq. ft. mini […]
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When you think of wine country, Santa Rosa, California doesn’t always come to mind, but it should. Vinarosa Resort, formerly known as Vintners Inn, located conveniently off Highway 101, is the go-to place for a wine country getaway or romantic Russian River Valley holiday. The AAA four-diamond green hotel is surrounded in vineyards, and is
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As a travel writer, I’m often asked the question, “what travel gear can’t you live without?” As well as, “what items are must-haves in your backpack, purse or carry on luggage?” Some of my go-to travel items are my cell phone, right now I carry the Apple iPhone, and it’s usually wrapped in an Otterbox
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San Mateo County encompasses a large swath of land in Northern California. As of 2010, California census statistics reported a growing population of 718, 451 residents, many of these residents are very wealthy Silicon Valley types. As with many beautiful locations in Northern California, there is a diverse group of residents, from the well-healed entrepreneur
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Post contributed by Lisa Crovo Dion If you have kids or remember what it’s like to be one, you understand the playtime value of a cardboard box. Through September 4th, Welcome to WildCard, is on display at San Francisco’s pioneering science-meets-arts space, the Exploratorium. Bring a few kids, like I did, or retreat into your
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Considering a trip to Paris, France, but not interested in the long flight from California? Or perhaps you’re headed to Silicon Valley for a staycation in Los Altos? Enchante Hotel, situated in the heart of downtown Los Altos, offers sophisticated Parisian flair without the long haul flight hassles. Upon entrance to the 19 room boutique
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