Casual-Luxury for the Travel-Minded
Looking to knock California off your bucket list? Have you always dreamed of driving a convertible along California’s Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) and don’t know where to start? Look no further. California has one of America’s best road trips. Read
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The cost of living on the US West Coast, particularly southern California, is notoriously pricey. The same can be true of a visit to Los Angeles–but it doesn’t have to be! Here are 41 Fun Free Things to do in
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I grew up in New England, a fickle region for gardening. The summers are short and unpredictable; the winters involve a deep freeze and frost heaves; springtime—if we have one at all—is wet and fleeting. Despite these tricky conditions, I
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Hollywood Superstar and Architectural Landmark If you’re looking for a free attraction in downtown Los Angeles, you won’t want to miss Hollywood’s unsung hero: The Bradbury Building. Built in 1893, this Hollywood superstar and architectural landmark is on the National
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Maximizing One Day in Los Angeles With less than a full day to spend together in Los Angeles, California, my daughter Alison and I wanted to make the most of our quality time. We sharpened our pencils and crammed an
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A Visit to The Last Bookstore In the heart of downtown Los Angeles, I discovered a reservoir of quietude. It’s a peaceful refuge for Creatives and others longing to escape from the city’s frenzied pace, if only for a moment. I
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The Best Views of Downtown Los Angeles My daughter, Alison, showed me around L.A. while I visited for her college graduation. Following our excursion to The Last Book Store, we checked out one of the best views of downtown Los
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