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Plan your trip to Florence, Italy by eating at one of these spots

Eat like a local and try one of our favorite Florentine discoveries in the City of Love first published on Travel Awaits (Feb. 2023). Pro Tip: Embrace Italian culture with Florence’s well-known bistecca alla Fiorentina, obtained from the loin of young beef or “scottona” which is a young cow that has never mated. Always served rare, the portion may be big enough for 2 to 4 … Continue reading Plan your trip to Florence, Italy by eating at one of these spots

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Get to know Israel through food

Recently, we traveled all over Israel on a culinary adventure with the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Check out some of our favorite spots all over Israel on our latest article on JohnnyJet.com (February 5, 2023). Read the full article here: 10 Unique Culinary Experiences in Israel “[If] you can open a mouth, you can open a mind,” is a quote that stuck with me from … Continue reading Get to know Israel through food

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A Santa Barbara Overnighter… or Two

Let’s face it, we cover Santa Barbara quite a bit in this space. And with good cause. Like Palm Springs to the east and San Diego to the south, it’s a welcoming destination within about 90 minutes, which is about how long it takes to clear one’s head of the daily grind. Best of all you can just hop on a train. On my latest … Continue reading A Santa Barbara Overnighter… or Two

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The Jonathan Adler x Levity Furniture Collection launches with fun prints

Ruggable’s sister furniture brand Levity has launched its first-ever designer collection with Jonathan Adler. The Jonathan Adler x Levity Collection features 17 bold prints (10 new patterns with variation) in Adler’s signature designs, combining his fun maximalist design ethos with Levity’s functional dining chairs, lounge chairs, stools, and ottomans. Scandinavian Lounge Chair The beauty of Levity’s fabric designs is that they are interchangeable and machine-washable covers that allow customers to swap them … Continue reading The Jonathan Adler x Levity Furniture Collection launches with fun prints

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LaLaScoop’s Valentine Gift Guide – Make your loved one swoon with a special surprise

Celebrate the one you love with a special gift this Valentine’s Day.  Surprise with POMP Flowers The go-to floral provider for the Rose Bowl and the Tony Awards, POMP flowers has been cultivating high-quality flowers for over 30 years on their family-owned farms in Ecuador and Columbia, with expertise in over 600 flower varieties all hand-raised and sustainably grown. Surprise your loved one, say “I Love … Continue reading LaLaScoop’s Valentine Gift Guide – Make your loved one swoon with a special surprise

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Reset this winter at Terranea Resort

I couldn’t stop looking down, because 70 feet below I could see the ripples of the sand while orange Garibaldis and silver sardines swam around me. The blueish-green hued water was so clear off the coast of Palos Verdes that I contemplated capsizing my kayak just so I could swim on this hot Indian summer day in November. Just a mere hour’s drive (mid-day) from … Continue reading Reset this winter at Terranea Resort

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16 ways to prepare for a trip to Cuba

This article was first published in print in LA Travel Magazine, Spring 2017. It seems like everyone these days is posting themselves on social media in some fancy colorful dress in Havana, Cuba perfectly sweat-free and even in heels. After spending time in Cuba this seems almost outrageous, and not really a good reason to venture to the “Pearl of the Antilles”. Perhaps people want … Continue reading 16 ways to prepare for a trip to Cuba

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Kauai Dining Guide for your next trip to Hawaii

Some say there is no food scene on Kauai, but that’s entirely untrue. This volcanic Hawaiian “Garden Isle” — with dramatic natural beauty at every turn — provides the ultimate fresh produce from the land and sea while featuring influences from Japan, China, the Philippines, Spain, Germany, and many other countries. The best bites don’t necessarily come from the finest restaurants. It’s easy to find … Continue reading Kauai Dining Guide for your next trip to Hawaii

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Favorite Hotel Stays in Paris, Rome, Florence, and Tuscany

A hotel stay can make or break a vacation so it is important to choose wisely. These unique European accommodations enhanced our travels as we looked forward each night to returning to a comfy bed in a unique setting after long days of walking and exploring. Create the best memories with a stay at one of these special properties. RELATED: 12 Things to Know Before You Go … Continue reading Favorite Hotel Stays in Paris, Rome, Florence, and Tuscany

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