Archive for Shopping

Orange County’s Fabulous Holiday Fare

Dec 14, 2011 by

Full of good cheer, festive dining, elegant décor, rare gifts and spicy treats. Southern California Holidays come in many flavors. I was reminded of this on Sunday as I headed down Pacific Coast Highway to [...]

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Laguna Beach’s Vibrant Blend of Fashion, Food and Art

Nov 11, 2011 by

When a “moment” beckons for something more then the usual, spend a day away, in Laguna Beach. Laguna’s exotic mix of fashion, food and art attracts talented artists and amazing designers from around the world. [...]

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Mixing Fashion & Culture for your own Personal Style

Nov 05, 2011 by

Many people around the world are very proud of their culture; so they relish in meshing both Eastern and Western fashion influences. This creates a flamboyant, whimsical and edgy statement without it being overdone (if [...]

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Fashion Island Orange County’s Elegant Open Air Shopping Center

Nov 03, 2011 by

Recently we featured South Coast Plaza’s International fashion power house. Today our focus is the well known and lauded fashion voltage to Newport’s legendary Fashion Island. Perched on the bluff with ocean breezes and views [...]

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Santa Monica Place – A Shopping Mecca

Oct 29, 2011

As the Holiday season approaches, shopping for gifts begins to occupy our minds, actions, and pocketbooks. But, it can be fun as well; and if you’re looking for “the” perfect place to shop, this is [...]

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Venice (Canals included) Walking Tour – The Completed Edition

Oct 25, 2011

Venice California is one of the most unique and vibrant communities in Southern California. From its beautiful Boardwalks, quiet residential streets, Venice’s history spans its famous Canals, its many local artists and art scene, shopping [...]

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South Coast Plaza – Orange County’s Premier Shopping Destination

Oct 24, 2011

The South Coast Plaza Shopping Center in Orange County is one of the largest shopping centers in the world, attracting 20 million global customers annually. Like fine wine tasting, this is fashion tasting at its [...]

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The International Hub for Antiques and Collectibles – Orange Circle Old Towne

Oct 12, 2011

Serious Antique and Collectible collectors from around the world rub shoulders with locals here at this charming Orange County vibrant and bustling antique – collectible hub at the intersection of Glassell and Chapman in the [...]

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The Top 10 Free and Affordable Things to Do in Los Angeles

Oct 10, 2011

To be sure, Los Angeles is quite often an expensive place to live and play; however, if you’re on a budget, there’s still plenty of activities to do, go, and see. However, from Santa Monica [...]

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Foodies from Southern California come in droves to Olde Town Orange Circle new Eateries

Sep 26, 2011

Welcome to Main Street, U.S.A/Olde Towne Plaza in the city of Orange, the latest path for foodies with a wave of new night spots and “let’s do lunch” ideas. Olde Towne Plaza in the traffic [...]

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Shopping along Abbott Kinney Boulevard along with its annual Festival

Sep 18, 2011

Want to enjoy a relaxing cup of coffee? Or how about doing some window shopping? Or maybe you need to find a cool gift? Have you walked along Abbott Kinney Boulevard yet? Home to both [...]

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Solvang is a local Trip Treasure.. less than 2 hours from LA

Aug 19, 2011

When overloaded schedules and endless traffic have you cornered, just pack a bag and head for Solvang. Less than two hours from LA, the Danish capital of America offers a unique world of fine wines [...]

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Top 10 List for the Best Chocolate Chip Cookies in Los Angeles

Aug 04, 2011

Today, August 4th, is National Chocolate Chip Day. Although chocolate chips can be used for a variety of recipes and foods, (Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, for example); my favorite–as most other people would concur-is the [...]

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Welcome to Newport’s Balboa Island Playground & Retreat

Jun 28, 2011

Really all you need is your sun hat, cover up, outfits for dinner, a bikini and a bike. Wheels and water really mean bikes and bikinis here! Here, it’s so easy to just drop back [...]

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