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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…

11 Endearing Valentine’s Day Gifts & Gets

Merilee Kern · February 1, 2017

Courtesy Roseshire Luxury Rose Delivery Looking for that perfect Valentine’s Day gift that’s sure to charm the loved ones in your life? With so many options to choose fro…

5 Problem-Solving Self-Care Solutions

Merilee Kern · May 4, 2017

Courtesy PrivateRX Ever on the hunt for consumer goods that solve ubiquitous annoyances, I’ve come across a selection of self-care solutions that can be of benefit during…

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…

Culinary Cultural Immersion a Foodie-Forward Travel Trend

Merilee Kern · February 21, 2017

::: Indigenous epicurean adventure escalates among ‘victual vacationers’::: Whether for adventure travel or more relaxing respites, travelers are increasingly seeking reg…

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…

Hair Havoc No More with Dr. Marder Scalp Therapy

Merilee Kern · February 20, 2017

Copyright Dr. Marder Skincare Winter weather, and the subsequent use of indoor heat to stay warm, can have an extreme drying effect on the skin—and this most certainly in…

M.I.N.D. Game: Brainwave-Controlled System Hits Market

Merilee Kern · March 30, 2017

Cerebral combat trainer allows you to play ‘Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice’ by combining brainwaves and holographic projection technology Courtesy Soap Studio The mi…

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…

Tasty Valentine’s Day Gifts with Direct-to-Door Delivery

Merilee Kern · February 1, 2017

Courtesy 1-800-Flowers.com, Inc. According to the National Confectioners Association (NCA), chocolate accounted for approximately 59 percent of U.S. candy retail sales fo…

Culinary-Forward Seafood at Eddie V’s San Diego

Merilee Kern · June 8, 2016

Courtesy Eddie V’s/Darden Concepts Inc. San Diego, CA. Next time you have a hankerin’ for swordfish from Block Island, scallops from Georges Bank or Yellowfin Tuna from t…

Entertainment On-The-Go: National ‘Coffee With America’ Show Embodies New Era of Interactive TV

Merilee Kern · May 18, 2016

Courtesy Of Coffee With America New York, N.Y. Wake up America, there’s a perky new lifestyle television program in town—a tasty daytime talk show worth getting frothed u…

Experiential Gifts for Grads & Dads at Hilton Anaheim

Merilee Kern · May 20, 2016

Courtesy Hilton Anaheim Anaheim, CA. It’s that time of year when many are wondering what to get the graduate in their life—from college grads down through Kindergarteners…

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…

Great Gets for a Killer Cookout

Merilee Kern · August 26, 2016

Courtesy Char-Broil There are few weekend activities I love more than a good ‘ole backyard cookout—whether at my place or someone else’s abode. As a bona fide foodie, my…

Helpful Lifestyle Hacks: 8 Great Product Picks

Merilee Kern · February 23, 2016

Copyright Nomad Goods Let’s face it, life can be frustrating. Luckily there are throngs of products on the market to help alleviate common annoyances and generally provid…

How to Make Money on Healthy New Year’s Resolutions

Merilee Kern · December 21, 2016

Courtesy HealthyWage.com If you’ve made a New Year’s resolutions, apparently the odds are not in your favor of achieving it. Reports indicate that upwards 25 percent of p…

I.D. Theft Protection Perfection with ‘Pagalli’ Fine Leather Wallets

Merilee Kern · May 26, 2016

Courtesy of The Pagalli Project As recently as January 2016 the FTC announced the escalating incidence of identity theft, revealing that it had received nearly 500,000 co…

Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas

Merilee Kern · December 13, 2016

Copyright Armitron Watches Like untold millions of others, amid the rapidly approaching holiday you may be frantically trying to find that perfect gift for someone specia…

Leveraging UV Light for a Healthier & Odor-Free Home

Merilee Kern · October 1, 2016

T he dreadful multistate E. coli outbreak at Chipotle, which hospitalized 21, is among a number of high profile situations underscoring the danger of—and our collective v…

Mark West Wines a Winner for National Pinot Noir Day

Merilee Kern · August 18, 2016

Courtesy Mark West Wines Today is "National Pinot Noir Day" so let’s celebrate this tasty varietal, which happens to be my personal favorite. I know there are many other…

New Year, New You: 9 Ways to Start 2017 Right

Merilee Kern · December 21, 2016

Courtesy GetMavericks.com A fresh New Year is upon us and it’s time to recalibrate our self-care strategies to amp up our health, fitness and overall wellness in the mont…

Nine Great Ways to Achieve Diet and Weight-Loss Success

Merilee Kern · October 27, 2016

Courtesy JBIT MedPro New York, N.Y. As health-seekers strategize their diet and fitness approach for the holiday gluttony season and those inevitable New Year’s resolutio…

Problem Solving Stuff for Summer

Merilee Kern · June 22, 2016

Courtesy Mai Couture New York, N.Y. I’ll admit it: I’m a fixer. Whenever there’s a problem at hand for myself or those around me I’m compelled to resolve it. All the bett…

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 'Gotta Get' Summer Gadgets

Merilee Kern · June 22, 2016

Courtesy Overstock.com New York, N.Y. I just love summer. Aside from the longer days, jaunts to tropical locales, weekend barbeques and balmy nights out on the town, it’s…

Seven Fantastic Father’s Day Gifts To Not Only Surprise But Delight

Merilee Kern · May 21, 2016

New York, N.Y. With another Father’s Day on approach, many are racking their brains on what to get for “Dad” that will not only surprise him with the unexpected, but that…

Seven Summer Saviors

Merilee Kern · May 21, 2016

Courtesy of AT&T New York, N.Y. This summer why not gear up with items that’ll ease and enhance the season? Here are a few hot product picks relating to fashion, function…

Six Cool Summer Travel Solutions

Merilee Kern · August 26, 2016

Courtesy Daniela Degrassi New York, N.Y. I get so much joy in helping fellow travel-lovers solve annoying problems and otherwise make their trips easier and more enjoyabl…

Sixteen Tech-Driven Wellness Innovations

Merilee Kern · September 30, 2016

Courtesy CureUV.com New York, N.Y. With all of the excitement and buzz surrounding the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) coupled with the fact that the fall and wi…

Summer Health & Beauty Boosters

Merilee Kern · May 17, 2016

Courtesy LumaRx New York, N.Y. Summer is a great time for a health and beauty reboot, since many of us are far more body conscious during this sizzling season. Below are…

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…

The Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica Mastering Boutique Hospitality

Merilee Kern · June 22, 2016

Copyright TheLuxeList.com There’s just something about a boutique hotel. Maybe it’s the quaint locales or the stylish upscale accommodations. Perhaps it’s the extraordina…

The Queen Mary’s ‘Dark Harbor’ Halloween Attraction Unleashes It’s ‘Evil 8’

Merilee Kern · October 16, 2016

Courtesy of The Queen Mary In Southern California and looking for a haunting good time this Halloween season? Then head over to the city of Long Beach, which is once agai…

Three SoCal Locales Where Holiday Spirit Runs High

Merilee Kern · November 18, 2016

Courtesy Hilton Anaheim Southern California is known for having more than its fair share of hot spots, from the trendiest happy hour haunts, to hotels and resorts with ou…

VARIDESK Standing Desk a Smart Wellness Solution

Merilee Kern · December 13, 2016

Copyright Varidesk ™ The pitfalls of sitting too much have been well-proven, with the gravely serious risks ranging from medical conditions like diabetes, heart dis…

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…

Wow-Worthy Mother’s Day Gifts

Merilee Kern · April 28, 2016

Credit Clara Kasavina Buying Mother’s Day gifts year-in and year-out can be a challenge with respect to keeping ideas fresh and unexpected on Mom’s part. I personally lov…