Our latest article in Arrived LA Magazine (July 2025). Find this print publication in shopping destinations and luxury hotels around Los Angeles. Read the full issue here – https://issuu.com/socalmedia/docs/arrived_los_angeles_july_2025 Continue reading Only in Malibu – Explore LA’s iconic coastline
We woke up to the hotel shaking – from a different kind of earthquake – as a rocket launched 24 satellites into space from nearby Vandenberg Space Force Base, outside Lompoc (“lom-poke”). This California Central Coast town has the best vantage points for viewing rocket launches and is the only place in the US that launches unmanned satellites into orbit. Learn more about Lompoc and our favorite … Continue reading Don’t skip the Santa Barbara County Town of Lompoc
It’s the birthplace of rum. It’s also where the grapefruit was invented. I’s believed to be a hybrid of Jamaican ugli fruit and Indonesian pomelo. And another bit of trivia, it’s the only foreign country that George Washington ever set foot on. That country is the island nation of Barbados. I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with its ambassador to the U.S., Victor … Continue reading Barbados Is Closer than You Think, and Even More than You Imagine
Anderson Valley feels like the last frontier in old-school winemaking – where North Coast style and sensibility meet. Images of my New England upbringing often pop in my head, as the rustic, relaxed nature of this idyllic northern California wine region is what makes it so appealing. Known for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, the valley road is a snake-y curvy path through rolling hills … Continue reading 10 Memorable Wine Moments at Anderson Valley’s Pinot Fest
Did you know International Sushi Day is celebrated on June 18? Americans have fully embraced raw fish in the last few decades. Appreciate this global trend with some of the best sushi in SoCal. Find the freshest sushi in Palm Springs at Ponzu Sushi where authentic Japanese flavors meet modern culinary innovation with a laid back California twist. Dine outside under misters in view of … Continue reading Celebrate International Sushi Day at Ponzu Palm Springs or Moody Tongue at the Four Seasons LA at Beverly Hills
Surprise dad with an experience, a health scan, or small memento to show you care this Father’s Day. Man Labs, the premium anti-aging skincare line Give the gift of the best skincare. Plump the skin, reduce wrinkles, add radiance. Most men don’t shop for the best lotions and potions, so surprise Dad with these luxurious, clinically proven, trusted formulas. Fragrance free, order a bestseller like … Continue reading Top Luxury Gifts for Dad: Skincare, Spirits, and Snacks
Memorable Montenegro: A traveler’s guide to this beautiful Balkan country was first published on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com – January 2025. Looking to book your next trip? As a travel advisor with FORA, we can help guide your exploration, book your hotels with VIP perks, and offer the best insider knowledge. Last year we visited Montenegro twice. From the mountains to the sea, savor the bounty … Continue reading Explore Montenegro: Your Ultimate Travel Guide
10 ways to Explore the Caribbean Island of St. Kitts was first published on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com in May 2025. Choose your own adventure: Zip lining, biking, hiking in a rainforest, ATV tours, parasailing, sailing a Hobie cat, rum tasting on an old plantation, devouring fresh lobster, dining beachside with monkeys. The adventures are unlimited! Continue reading Explore St. Kitts: 10 Fun Adventures Await
Find your Zen in Slovenia: 10 ways to connect with natural wonders was first published on JohnnyJet.com and MSN.com (February 2025). Continue reading Experience Slovenia: Top 10 Ways to Connect with Nature
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