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Exploring Humboldt County

By Greer Wylder

November 07, 2013

At least once in your life, you need to see Humboldt County, arguably the most scenic rural county in the country. It’s a nature lovers’ nirvana where you can explore spectacular parks, forests, preserves and beaches, not to mention it’s home of the “Avenue of the Giants” the famous 31-mile scenic drive, boasting the largest stretch of majestic redwoods in the world. It’s no wonder it made the "1,000 Places To See Before You Die" list. On a recent trip to Humboldt County, we were fortunate enough to stay at the Carter Cottage in Eureka, part of the Carter…

Surf With A Legend Retreat at Montage

By Greer Wylder

August 18, 2013

Surf enthusiasts are in for rare weekend experience at the Montage Laguna Beach on Sept. 13-15. It’s your chance to stay the weekend at the Montage and spend time with surf legend and star of The Endless Summer II, Pat O'Connell; pro surfer and founder of Waves for Water, Jon Rose and 2011 Women's World Champion, Carissa Moore. This package includes a two night stay at Montage Laguna Beach; nightly valet parking; daily breakfast credit of $50; transportation from Montage Laguna Beach to Trestles for surf outingwith Pat O’Connell, Hurley; Jon Rose, founder of Waves For Water and surf pro,…

Style at A Steal in Chicago

By Greer Wylder

July 29, 2013

There’s no denying when it comes to traveling to Chicago, your options on where to stay, eat, shop, take in culture, history and art are seemingly endless. You can easily get lost in food, architecture, museums and discovering the 77 community areas in Chicago, not to mention more than 200 neighborhoods. On a recent trip to Chicago, we chose the trendy River North neighborhood near hot restaurants and the Theatre District and stayed in the brand new LEED certified, Aloft Chicago City Center hotel. Alofts, are popping up everywhere, the stylish and affordable boutique hotels are all over the world.…

Hot and Chic in Palm Springs

By Greer Wylder

June 30, 2013

Craving a stylish and relaxing desert getaway? Glamorous old school Palm Springs is best defined at Riviera Palm Springs Resort & Spa the legendary resort that opened in 1959 was a favorite hangout back in the day for Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Elvis Presley among others. Today, it’s luster is back like no other, design touches like white leather furniture, brocade wallpaper, crimson red chandeliers and hues of chocolate brown, deep orange, fuschia, and sunny yellow are splashed throughout the hotel. Book a room in one of its ultrachic rooms, lounge poolside at one of its two swanky pools, enjoy…

Wine Country Month in Atascadero

By Greer Wylder

June 14, 2013

Wine lovers in need of a weekend getaway can escape to Atascadero and celebrate its inaugural "Wine Month" with special events, customized hotel packages and discounts on wine, food, olive oil tasting, spa, golf and outdoor activities. Atascadero, nestled between Paso Robles and Edna Valley Wine Country features more than 250 wineries, as well as excellent restaurants, and activities like golf and zip lining and it’s near Hearst Castle and relaxing beaches. The wine month’s main event, the Atascadero Wine Festival will be celebrated on Saturday, June 22 at the beautiful Atascadero Lake Park. Enjoy world-class wines, food and artistic…