What you think is what you get! Be grateful for the now. When suffering or coming across hardships, think, “I am grateful for the experience,” and then let it go. Surrender. Don’t resist to what is, even with a cancer diagnosis. Instead of thinking, “This chemo is going to kill me. Think I am happy to have this serum running through my body to help … Continue reading A HEAL-ing day in Malibu hosted by Kelly Gores
Malibu Beach Inn has partnered with CURE and Alo Moves to offer hotel guests three nights in a King Premier Ocean Front Suite, including all dining experiences at Carbon Beach Club, daily wellness offerings, and Alo Moves instructor-led fitness classes. “The cure for anything is salt water – tears, sweat, or the sea.” No truer words can be expressed as this wellness retreat at Malibu … Continue reading Kickstart your New Year with a Malibu Winter Wellness Retreat
Smoothies are delicious, cooling treats that hydrate and nourish, but you may not always have the time or ingredients to make them at home. Where can you find versions of this healthy shake on the go? If you’re in the City of Angels, you have a world of choices. Here are nine places to find fresh and healthy smoothies in Los Angeles. Why Choose Smoothies? … Continue reading 9 Places to Find Fresh and Healthy Smoothies in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a paradise for fresh fruits, vegetables and other delicious eats. Many of these foods peak in summer, making it the best season to spend the day wandering the stalls at farmers markets. Find a market to buy fresh foods, sample wares and enjoy the community atmosphere. 1. Hollywood Farmers Market This market is one of the largest in the area and an … Continue reading 6 LA Farmers Markets to Visit This Summer
This article was first published in print in Malibu Coast Lifestyle Magazine and Conejo Valley Lifestyle Magazine (April 2023) with an online version here. There is no shortage of extraordinary culinary experiences in Southern California. These favorite unforgettable splurge-worthy meals are sure to excite and delight all of your senses. Eat Your Drink + Tasting Menu With Matthew Biancaniello Those who have been around long … Continue reading Over the Top Culinary Experiences in L.A. and California
This article was first featured in AAA World Magazine print in September 2020. ODE TO LA By Melissa Curtin Pelicans soar along the water line, and dolphins follow me down the beach. I admire a pack of surfers soaring and swiveling as the waves carry them home, or at least to Malibu Pier. Sixty years ago, fictional surfer girl, Gidget, rode these same waves in … Continue reading Ode to LA, written during the pandemic
Change the way you travel with FORA! Fora is disrupting the traditional travel agency so you can travel like an insider with killer perks and curated itineraries. Since everyone always reaches out to me for travel tips (from where to stay to where to dine), I decided to use my travel expertise and get certified as a FORA Travel Advisor in September 2022. As a … Continue reading Start planning your next Romantic Couples Getaway to Malibu: Check out my FORA Travel Guide
This article was first published in print in Where Traveler LA, July 2022 edition (Page 14 – 16) Malibu: Find your low-key coastal bliss Relax and explore the dreamy coastline – where stars, surfers, sun seekers, beach babes, and nature lovers have flocked for a century to get away from it all It’s easy to understand why Malibu is a top SoCal destination – with its … Continue reading Make the most of your time in Malibu
Afternoon tea is a luxury many people have never experienced. Around 80% of American households consume tea, but fewer have attended a formal event complete with signature blends and tasty snacks. There are so many types of delicious teas with an array of health benefits. Tea can boost your metabolism and your immune system. While too much of it may produce unwanted side effects like … Continue reading 5 of the Best Tea Rooms in LA
LA is one of the best cities if you’re looking for nature. Not many other places have the opportunity for all of the California beauty alongside the excitement of the city, which also means that during COVID-19, you can find plenty of creative spaces to hike, run, and explore the outdoors at a safe social distance. If you’re on the hunt for some fun nature … Continue reading 10 Outdoor Exercise Spots for People Living in LA
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