Christine Murphy Bevins

Hidden treasures off Mulholland Highway: Malibu Wines

The sign to watch forPhoto by Christine BevinsMulholland Highway, the western most extension of Mulholland Drive, boasts alluring vistas in the Santa Monica mountains, curvy roads traversing the hillside, and some secrets hidden along its path. While driving and admiring...

New York City's newest fashion trend is a hotel: Fashion 26

Back in the day, a hotel stay was a luxurious experience where every detail was tended to and presented to the guest in a sophisticated manner, allowing one to feel catered to, pampered, and cared for. The Fashion...

Ireland on your own: fly and drive packages make it easy to find the craic

Discovery comes in the most unlikely of places, and it comes spontaneously to those willing to fall off the beaten path for a while. Try the land of mysterious passages, literary legends and a people committed to celebrating everything...

Groupon and BlackboardEats: discounts you wont want to miss

The discount revolution for entertainment in major U.S. cities has arrived in the form of online discounts to exclusive services, exciting outings and fabulous restaurants. Sample the hottest venues for a lot less than the walk in customer: get...

Modern wine tasting: self serve wine bars

When you walk into a wine bar and see an array of fifty bottles with accessible spouts, you know something tricky is going on. You mean I can taste all of these? Something is awry. The system...

Last minute Valentine packages in and around Los Angeles

Still haven’t made plans for Valentine’s weekend? You’re in luck. A few resorts and inns are offering valentine packages to entice the belated traveler. Here are a few to consider:Ojai...

Among the vines: Santa Ynez Valley

Get far away from the twisted highways of L.A. without going far at all. A two hour drive up the coast, and just off the beaten path, lays a world of relaxation called the Santa Ynez Valley...

Around the world in New Years Eve cocktails

Toast to the New Year in style with one (or several) of these six international cocktails. Pick your pleasure and pucker up. Pimms Royal Cup – An elegant English refresherThe Pimms Cup, the official beverage...

Holiday events in and around Los Angeles

The holidays are primetime for cozying up together while watching lights sparkle, listening to jingle bells ring, and generally getting in the spirit of the season. Here are some upcoming events where you can do all three:The...

How to find low air fares for the holidays and how search engines can help

If you haven’t yet purchased your airline tickets for holiday travel and are starting to stress, don't fret. Fares are starting to come down slightly. Travel search engines allow you to set up a personal fare...

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