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The Hotel Solamar San Diego On my recent trip to San Diego, I spent two nights at the Hotel Solamar in the Gaslamp District of San Diego. This was my first stay at a Kimpton property, and I didn’t really … Read more
On our first night staying on the Phoenix mountainside at the Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs Resort, we were spoiled during dinner at the Different Pointe of View restaurant. For more than 25 years, Different Pointe of View has been one of the hottest … Read more
With a restaurant named Salty Sow, your mouth probably waters as you imagine bacon served a thousand different ways, but there’s a lot more to this farmhouse inspired restaurant than just pork. You can definitely feel the southern influence in … Read more
How do you spend less money on your wedding and more on your honeymoon? (and still make it the day from your dreams) Right now with a struggling economy, more couples are choosing to do as much of their wedding … Read more
A historic, world-renowned hotel located in the heart of San Diego, the Hotel del Coronado has been artfully restored and renovated throughout the years while still maintaining its original timeless beauty. One of the things that makes the Hotel del … Read more
There’s one thing you can count on when it comes to weddings…they’re expensive. Luckily, there are lots of ways to save money on your wedding. Ask friends to take your wedding pictures, buy a used wedding dress, schedule the wedding … Read more
Tomorrow with six days left before Christmas, the weather in Houston is forecast to be an 80 degree day! The good news, a cold front is supposed to move in Thursday and stay through Christmas. With cooler weather and a … Read more
The Pros and Cons of Cruise Weddings Want to make getting married as simple as possible? You may want to consider tying the knot on a cruise ship. Depending on the package you choose and what the cruise line offers, … Read more
Are you planning a beach wedding? Beach weddings are so much fun and they can be as casual or as formal as the decorations you choose to use. The beach sand is like a blank canvas, waiting for your artistic … Read more
What’s the coolest destination wedding favor you’ve seen or received? When planning a destination wedding , should the couple choose a unique wedding favor that compliments the destination? Whether you’re planning a beach wedding, a rustic Texas union, or an … Read more
There is one celebrity who I have always thought of as just stunningly beautiful, it is Michelle Pfeiffer. Throughout the years, at any age she has always maintained her natural beauty and sex appeal. At 54 years of age, she … Read more
Look around your house, and you’ll see a lot of ordinary items that have super powers when it comes to cleaning, projects, and more! Vinegar, salt, cornstarch, coffee filters, and wax paper are just a few ordinary items most of … Read more
Will O the Wisp, also known as ignis fatuus, are commonly found in English folklore and are thought to be lighted fairies that lead nighttime wanderers astray. We get the director of Brave’s wisp definition and thoughts on these magical beings … Read more
Grapevine Texas is located between Dallas and Ft. Worth and is a small, vintage town that’s BIG on charm and activities. The average temperatures in Grapevine run around 95° during the summer, 50° during the winter, and 65° in the … Read more
Here is my huge collection of free pumpkin carving stencils along with my easy pumpkin carving tips and ideas for the best Halloween jack-o-lantern ever. Autumn brings cooler air, falling leaves, and fun decorations. In fact, Halloween is the second … Read more