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GET THE ROYAL TREATMENT AT PARK HYATT AVIARA

By Greer Wylder

July 22, 2011

Review by Terra Flores If you are ready for the royal treatment, then look no further than Park Hyatt Aviara in nearby Carlsbad. Yes, we experienced non-stop service and attention from the moment we drove up to this resort’s lovely Mediterranean entrance. Who knew service was this good? At Park Hyatt Aviara, we marveled at each detail and how each guest request was executed with sincerity. From the front desk manager to the pool attendant to the spa director, it seems comfort and ease are this resort’s main goal. Situated just above the expansive and picturesque Batiquitos Lagoon wildlife preserve,…

TAKE A CAR-LESS VACATION WITH KATE SPADE!

By Greer Wylder

July 19, 2011

By Joanne Tucker and Sheryll Alexander For a car-less vacation par excellence, head to Santa Monica’s charming and uber hip Shutters on the Beach, which has recently rolled out a fleet of shiny green kate spade new york signature beach cruisers. Yes, head over to the hotel’s beach activity center to rent these delightfully colorful handmade Italian cruisers by Adeline Adeline for $10 an hour or $25 for a full day. (Bikes are complimentary for guests in premier rooms and suites.) Located right on the beach of Santa Monica Bay, Shutters on the Beach is within easy bike riding distance…

WYNDHAM OC WOWS FOR AN ARTSY GETAWAY!

By Greer Wylder

July 12, 2011

By Sheryll Alexander and Raven Krystal Why consider The Wyndham OC for an affordable, relaxing and culture-filled getaway? Because after staying at this newly-renovated hotel in the heart of Costa Mesa’s famed arts and shopping district, my busy family finally slowed down and enjoyed life. You see, we’ve been taking a series of car-less vacations and this microgetaway to Costa Mesa’s arts district and adjacent mega mall South Coast Plaza has been the very best so far. Right in our own backyard, we took in a Broadway show, shopped at swanky South Coast Plaza, ate some of the best food…

ESCAPE TO CAPELLA IXTAPA!

By Greer Wylder

July 06, 2011

By Sheryll Alexander Mexico’s Capella Ixtapa, which is one of the most scenic and luxurious properties in the world, is for the first time offering a rather affordable package deal to stay in one of only 59 breathtakingly beautiful suites (with prívate terrace and plunge pool!). We find it hard to believe Capella Ixtapa looks even better than its website’s photo gallery, but discerning insiders tell us this resort is “above par” with the leading hotel chains in the world for location, luxury, refinement, decor, service, food and beverage. The crowning glory of Capella Ixtapa, so say our insiders, is…

Puttin On the Ritz in L.A.!

By Greer Wylder

July 05, 2011

Who knew that just steps from Staples Center, Nokia Theater and L.A. Live, there is a modern boutique-style Ritz-Carlton in downtown LA. The luxury hotel shares the same high-rise building as its sister hotel the JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles and the Ritz-Carlton Residences at L.A. LIVE. On a recent stay to the luxury hotel, I was able to experience life in downtown L.A. from one of the most exciting parts of the city. The Ritz-Carlton L.A. Live sits right at the center of landmarks, such as the Walt Disney Concert Hall, Staples Center and MOCA, The Museum of Contemporary…