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Barton G. Miami Beach a Bodacious Night Out

Merilee Kern · January 19, 2021

Photo Courtesy of www.BartonG.com When one thinks of Miami, visions of sun-kissed surf, blue skies and warm sand indelibly (and rightfully) come to mind. Glorious year-ro…

The Biltmore Hotel Miami Celebrates 95th Anniversary

Merilee Kern · January 19, 2021

Photo Courtesy of The Biltmore Hotel What do Oprah Winfrey, Magic Johnson, Presidents Clinton, Eisenhower and Joe Biden and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor have in common…

5 Dynamite San Diego Destinations for Spring & Summer

Merilee Kern · February 3, 2020

Photo Courtesy of San Diego Mission Bay Resort If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably started your Spring Break and even summer vacation planning to ensure availabil…

5 Reasons the BMW Performance Center West is a Travel Itinerary Imperative

Merilee Kern · August 20, 2020

Photo courtesy BMW Performance Center West With the travel and tourism sector having taken a gut punch this year amid coronavirus concerns, many are seeking new and innov…

Africa Travel Do’s & Don’ts Amid COVID-19

Merilee Kern · September 8, 2020

As COVID-19 wreaks havoc across the globe, tourism-dependent regions are suffering exponentially. The continent of Africa is one glaring example, with South Africa propel…

Centric Fitness Apparel’s Revolutionary Wearable Technology

Merilee Kern · June 16, 2020

Leading-edge workout wear brand uniquely combines fabric technology and intentional engineering with the psychology of color to maximize design, functionality and athleti…

Father’s Day Finds Dads Will Adore

Merilee Kern · May 23, 2020

Photo Copyright Stealth Although Father’s Day is on fast and furious approach, finding that perfect gift for dear ‘ole dad can be even more of a challenge as many endeavo…

Nation’s Largest Ghost Tour ‘Nightly Spirits’ Helps Local Restaurant Scenes

Merilee Kern · June 15, 2020

::: Haunted tour operator welcomes back guests for nightly thrills ::: Copyright Nightly Spirits After months of “going dark” on hiatus amid the COVID-19 health crisis th…

Havana 1920 Driving Cuban Cuisine Cravings in Downtown San Diego

Merilee Kern · February 3, 2018

Photo Courtesy Havana 1920_Copyright Elena Ruz San Diego tourists and locals, alike are hailing Havana 1920 , which opened its downtown doors in late 2017 in the city’s f…

Monkey King San Diego a Late-Night Chinese Dining Destination

Merilee Kern · January 3, 2018

Credit Jim Sullivan Photography San Diego’s famed Gaslamp Quarter is a bustling community filled with vibrant nightlife, which indubitably includes dining to die for. Ami…

STK Sizzles in San Diego’s Gaslamp District

Merilee Kern · August 7, 2018

Courtesy of The One Group Americans are hungry. How hungry? According to Progressive Grocer , total supermarket sales for 2017 neared a staggering $685 billion. Beyond th…

7 Reasons Dining at Marina Kitchen San Diego Is a Must-Do

Merilee Kern · February 1, 2017

Courtesy Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Destination-driven gourmands will do well to visit Marina Kitchen restaurant ensconced in the San Diego Marriott Marquis hotel.…

8 Reasons Families Flock to Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort Phoenix

Merilee Kern · November 1, 2017

Courtesy Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort The city of Phoenix, Arizona’s capital, is located in the south-central part of the state at the midway point between Tucson in t…

BANANA WAVE Bananamilk an ‘A-peeling’ Non-Dairy Option

Merilee Kern · June 23, 2017

Copyright Banana Wave_Fresh Start Beverage Company Move over almond, soy, coconut and other non-dairy milk alternatives….there’s a new and decidedly tasty milk subs…

Bleu Bohème San Diego Enchants With Free-Spirited French Fare

Merilee Kern · June 23, 2017

E nsconced in San Diego’s delightful Kensington neighborhood, Bleu Bohème is a must-visit eatery for anyone in San Diego county seeking a one-of-a-kind, transcendent Fren…

Brunch Packs a Punch at Hundred Proof San Diego

Merilee Kern · November 3, 2017

Courtesy Hundred Proof What’s not to love about Sundays in San Diego? With gorgeous year-round weather beckoning folks to get out and about, no matter what your plans are…

Enchantment Abounds at Puerto Vallarta’s ‘Rhythms of the Night’ Dinner Show

Merilee Kern · June 23, 2017

Copyright Vallarta Adventures Rhythms of the Night is an immersive dinner show experience like none other, transforming your night into an enchanted evening on a mystical…

Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel: Rejuvenation & Revelry in Beverly Hills

Merilee Kern · August 2, 2017

Courtesy Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel By all accounts Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel is a distinctive destination in the center of Los Angeles’ most exclusive enclave. This prime prope…

Maverick Mattress Biz Wakes Up Tired Industry

Merilee Kern · March 14, 2017

Courtesy NolahMattress.com When a consumer brand sets an entirely new benchmark, you know they’re on to something big. Very big. This is the case with Nolah, an entrepren…

Personal Photos & Videos ‘Go Hollywood’ with UrLife Mini-Movies

Merilee Kern · June 23, 2017

Copyright UrLife Media People have always snapped photos on vacation, but the proliferation of smartphones has ushered in dramatic changes in the way we capture those pho…

Savvy Solutions That’ll Enhance Your Life

Merilee Kern · August 3, 2017

Courtesy Fusion Guitars As one who is exposed to new product innovations as a regular course of business, I’ve seen my fair share cool gear and smart solutions that’ll ma…

Anatomy of Grand Weekend Getaway at Boulders Resort & Spa Arizona

Merilee Kern · October 27, 2016

::: Turnkey, print-ready 3-night itinerary chock-full of fun and fabulosity ::: Courtesy The Boulders Resort & Spa Phoenix, AZ. Amid my considerably hectic work schedule…

Celebrity Chefs to Convene at the 13th Annual San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival

Merilee Kern · November 4, 2016

Photo Credit: Joey Hernandez There are few annual events that get me as excited as the San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival —a week-long extravaganza showcasing the best of…

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa a Splendid Respite

Merilee Kern · July 15, 2016

Courtesy Marriott International, Inc South Florida, or “SoFla” for the enlightened, is home to more than five million residents, which is understandable given the region…

Royal Blues Hotel an Elegant Oceanside Enclave

Merilee Kern · July 15, 2016

Courtesy Royal Blues Hotel Just south of Palm Beach, along Florida's eastern coast, lies scenic Deerfield Beach—a city well known for its pristine and clean coastline and…

Seven Reasons to Love Fleming’s La Jolla

Merilee Kern · April 19, 2016

Courtesy Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar San Diego, CA. Having lived in San Diego for well over a decade I’ve had the pleasure of eating at Fleming’s La Jolla locat…

Surf, Sky & Spirit at Tower23 Hotel San Diego

Merilee Kern · July 15, 2016

Courtesy of TOWER23 Hotel As California's southernmost metropolis, San Diego is a veritable coastal paradise that’s widely lauded for its fabulous climate. Often referred…

Vetting Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House Las Vegas

Merilee Kern · April 19, 2016

Courtesy Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group, Inc If you’ve dined at any of the Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak Houses throughout the U.S., you’ve certainly reveled in the soph…

Via Veneto Santa Monica Dishing Star-Caliber Italian Cuisine

Merilee Kern · June 22, 2016

Copyright TheLuxeList.com Los Angeles is a city known as much for its distinctive award-winning eateries as it is for its celebrity residents. In fact, many of the city’s…