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Adventures in Mexico City

12/30/10

Adventures in Mexico City

The Crown Jewel of Latin America, Mexico’s capitol city continues to tantalize foodies, fashionistas and Frida enthusiasts.

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Sun Valley: This winter explore Hemingway’s haunts and the allure of this Idaho oasis

12/08/10

Sun Valley: This winter explore Hemingway’s haunts and the allure of this Idaho oasis

Sun Valley has been a tastemakers town and Hollywood haunt since 1939 when Union 
Pacific Railroad Chairman Averell Harriman invited Hemingway, Hollywood stars and tip-top financial and political powerhouses like the Kennedy’s to this tiny Northwestern town. That legacy still holds today as many of the guests strolling on Main Street hail from both coasts, from Hollywood and New York and local west coast posts such as Seattle and San Francisco.

It’s a very unique scene in Sun Valley as there’s a sophisticated yet understated slice of rustic elegance. It’s unlike anywhere else. People aren’t showing you their wares as is done in The Hampton’s...

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Giddy Up Girl!

11/29/10

Giddy Up Girl!

This harvest head west to Colorado’s wine country to get your grape groove on

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Penang: One of the World’s Best-kept Travel Secrets

10/08/10

Penang: One of the World’s Best-kept Travel Secrets

If you want to seduce the senses, head to Malaysia’s idyllic island of Penang

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Head to Singapore

09/30/10

Head to Singapore

For a hot and spicy culinary and cultural adventure, this Asian oasis has it all.

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A Romantic Rendezvous in Oahu

07/27/10

A Romantic Rendezvous in Oahu

If you and your girl can’t decide between urban or beach chic for a far-flung romantic rendezvous, choose Oahu as you will get the best of both. When asking locals how you distinguish one Hawaiian island from another, every one is quick to tell that Oahu, Hawaii’s most populated island with 75 percent of the state’s population, is the most urban and fashion forward island, yet fully delivers on the island vibe as well.

It’s a presidential playground and once home to Bema. This lush, tropical setting fit for any royal or laid back lesbian couple is the closest you will get to an exotic far-flung locale without breaking the bank or stamping your...

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The Heat is on: Las Vegas Pool Party

05/18/10

The Heat is on: Las Vegas Pool Party

Want to dip in to the Vegas club culture this summer? Hit the pool. You’ll find a slew of sexy celebrities, world-class DJs and super luxe cabanas and accommodations on deck.

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Earth Mama

05/11/10

Earth Mama

Eco, organic and sustainable are common in contemporary conversations. They are today’s basics, your eco ABC’s. You need to know them and understand them in order to navigate your way through the modern world. Green has long been the new black. So get in gear, in fashion and take responsibility for your actions.

This is clearly no passing fancy as every sector of business has adopted some form of eco-practice or set an industry wide standard or example that has forced others to follow suit. In some cases, it is government regulated, subsidized or merely given a community or Hollywood nod of approval. From Melissa to Cheryl many sexy celebs have gone green.

Yet often individuals could not care less about their carbons nor what kind of a legacy or footprint they...

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Heading to South Africa for FIFA’s World Cup?

03/19/10

Heading to South Africa for FIFA’s World Cup?

Whether it’s safaris, city or sea, your cup is sure to runneth over in this African oasis.

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Globes, Grammys and Gaga—Oh My!

03/01/10

Globes, Grammys and Gaga—Oh My!

Regardless of the economic climate, the gifting goes on in Hollywood. As we gear up for the biggest week of the year with this week’s Oscar madness, here’s a sneak peak at the recent swag suites and celebrity lounges that went down in Hollywood at this year’s Globe’s and Grammy’s.

The Word is out

It’s no secret that The Secret Room Events, owned and operated by business partners Amy Boatwright and Rita Branch hosts one of the best celebrity lounges in the city. The longstanding partners hosted an invitation only Golden Globe Gifting Lounge at the dangerously hip and glamorous SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills.

In order to enter the lounge and get in on the goodies, celebs had to make a donation to the African...

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Sexy in the City

02/10/10

Sexy in the City

The old world wonder of Morocco continues to woo gay travelers.

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Downward facing clown

01/19/10

Downward facing clown

Viayoga’s one week Surf and Yoga retreat in Sayulita, Mexico

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