For many, Los Angeles is a dream destination in and of itself. And it’s not hard to understand why. From the beautiful beaches to the vibrant night life, from the world class restaurants and shopping to the lure of celebrity sightings … there’s a lot going on in LA and there are plenty of reasons […] Read more…
I have to be honest – I didn’t know much about Ojai before I visited. In fact, all that I knew about this small California town was that in the television series Brothers and Sisters, Ojai was the name of the food company that seemed to be the source of so much drama for the Walker family. Read more…
When my husband Johnny Jet and I decided to visit Oakland recently, I wasn’t sure what to expect. Sure, I knew of its proximity to San Francisco (one of my favourite cities!), but beyond that, I was curious to discover what would draw visitors to Oakland. Read more…
I had a feeling that I would love San Diego long before I’d even visited. I just knew that this city in Southern California would be beautiful, easy to navigate and full of things to do. And, after a recent visit, I discovered that I was right! Read more…
Every destination has different requirements in terms of what to pack. There’s just no one-size-fits-all approach to packing because what you need for one destination won’t be exactly what you need for another. Read more…
First things first: Don’t confuse this Shangri-La hotel with the large, Asia-based hotel chain, as I initially did. The Hotel Shangri-La in Santa Monica was the original hotel to bear this moniker; in fact, I was told that the chain licenses the name from them. OK, now that’s out of the way. The Hotel Shangri-La […] Read more…
The Ojai Valley Inn & Spa is a luxury resort about an hour and a half northeast of Los Angeles. About 14 miles inland from the coast, this little escape, nestled in the foothills of the surrounding mountains, is bursting with charm and it’s the perfect spot for a romantic getaway. In fact, while my […] Read more…
If you’re visiting Los Angeles, there are lots of great hotel options to consider. But if you really want to be in the heart of the action, one of your best bets is the Ritz-Carlton, Los Angeles. L.A. Live The hotel is part of L.A. Live, a huge entertainment complex in downtown Los Angeles. The […] Read more…
But there’s something else I suggest adding to your list of things to do in Los Angeles. And that’s stopping in at Sprinkles for a cupcake. Sure, cupcakes might seem like old news these days; they’re getting edged out by doughnuts, I hear. Read more…
Located about halfway between Los Angeles and San Diego, Laguna Beach is a quaint, picturesque community that I wasn’t really all that familiar with before my arrival. It was the stomping grounds for the kids of the MTV show Laguna Beach apparently, but I had never watched the series. (Something tells me I’m not missing […] Read more…
