With so much to see and do in Seattle, the holidays provide the perfect opportunity to experience the city like never before. The Emerald City has become associated with a » Read More
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July 1, 2019
Six-time astronaut, scientist and philosopher Dr. Story Musgrave will give a talk at Seattle’s Museum of Flight on July 6 at 2 pm. The multi-talented Musgrave is also a mathematician, » Read More
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April 22, 2019
I’ve been to Seattle numerous times, however I had yet to explore Georgetown, a compact, revamped former industrial part of the city about five miles south of downtown (a 15-minute » Read More
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April 18, 2019
At the corner of 8th and Howell, the super-modern new Hyatt Regency Seattle opened its doors in December 2018. A convention-focused luxury business hotel, the 1,260-room Hyatt is now the » Read More
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April 16, 2019
For as long as humans have gazed at the sky, the Moon has played a central role in mythology, religion and curiosity. [Taken on my visit to Moscow’s Cosmonaut Museum] » Read More
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April 12, 2019
Open for two years, six-room boutique property The Butler Hotel was built by local architect George Garcia who’d been a fan of this building – a former automotive garage – » Read More
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April 10, 2019
About two hours north of Santa Barbara is San Luis Obispo (aka SLO), a small city along California’s Central coast (with stunning, green rolling hills and blooming wildflowers following the » Read More
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April 8, 2019
Looking for a laid-back, intimate retreat in the heart of Santa Barbara, close to State Street and the historic Presidio District? Luxury boutique Spanish Garden Inn offers 23 deluxe rooms » Read More
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April 5, 2019
Santa Barbara has often been called The American Riviera, and for good reason: the small, laid-back city is a dream for those wishing days filled with sunshine, walks along the » Read More
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April 3, 2019
Following a nearly six-hour, at times stunning drive through rolling hills and along the coast from Oakhurst, I was happy to arrive at the cozy and casual Brisas del Mar, » Read More
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March 28, 2019
Charming Relais & Châteaux property Château du Sureau (Elderberry Castle) has the distinct advantage of being located just 20 minutes from Yosemite National Park’s South gate. Built in the grand » Read More
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March 20, 2019
With an imposing backdrop of Camelback Mountain, Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia, an award-winning AAA Four Diamond property, makes an ideal getaway, especially with several airlines offering nonstop » Read More
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March 18, 2019
Gilbert, Arizona’s been voted Phoenix’s Coolest Suburb, has a burgeoning food scene, houses 2013’s World’s Best New Brewery and a unique “agritainment” community, all of 30 minutes southeast of Phoenix. » Read More
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February 25, 2019
On March 8, International Women’s Day, the world takes a moment to honour women and women’s equality. A city known for its architecture, Chicago and its famous skyline boast a » Read More
