posted by Charles H. Russo on Jun 21
Lincoln City
I was born on the Oregon Coast, and as a family we try to visit at least every two years. I don’t have any family left there, but I still get a thrill when we drive the last few miles into Lincoln City and catch our first glimpse of the Pacific Ocean. Although my family moved away when I was just 6 months old, every return feels like a homecoming of sorts. Of course, there are a few things we must do every visit - I would be heartbroken if we skipped them, and oh yeah, the kids would too!
Mo’s Restaurant is a MUST. I hate fish, never have liked it - but when we’re on vacation in Oregon, I eat it like crazy. Mo’s has the BEST clam chowder - and I don’t like clam chowder - at all! Yes there are a lot of tourists, and you usually have to wait in line, but I’ve never said “Ugh, I’m sick of this” and we eat there almost daily the 2 weeks we’re on the coast. Mo’s has locations in Florence, Otter Rock, Newport (2 locations), Lincoln City and Cannon Beach. You can also order their chowder base online, which we do every New Years. They ship it in dry ice via FedEx Overnight and it’s TOTALLY worth it!
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posted by Charles H. Russo on May 29
If you have ever been shopping inNew Yorkand sworn that the woman behind the cash register at Blue Tree looks exactly like Phoebe Cates, well, you???re probably right. Cates is one of a handful of celebrities opening their own boutiques. And surprise, surprise- most of them- like Lisa Rinna, Cates and Niki Taylor- are actively involved in every aspect of their shops, from hunting down the coolest new designers and buying the clothing, to occasionally putting in time behind the till. (But one thing most of the celebs need to do is hire someone to create a decent website for them). Here is a look at some of our favourite celeb boutiques.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on May 29
Beach Vacations
Beach resorts can be perfect for your next family vacation getaway. Some of the best resorts are in Mexico, the Caribbean, and Hawaii.
Mexico
Los Cabos is one of Mexico’s most popular vacation destinations. It is located at the southern tip of the Baja California Peninsula. Los Cabos features luxury hotels, championship golf courses and some of the best sport fishing in the world. Other activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, surfing, kayaking and much more.
The Caribbean
The Cayman Islands offer many things for many people. 99% of the travelers visit Grand Cayman Island. It is easy to see why people go here. Of the islands this island offers the most when it comes to resorts and hotels. The fabulous snorkeling and scuba diving is not to be missed. When diving, you will think you are in a pet shop aquarium. The fish are abundant and the stingrays are gentle and fun to watch. If time permits, rent a Jeep and cruise around the Island.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on May 29
One of the best reasons to choose a vacation rental can be the amenities offered. Beyond having a kitchen and sometimes a washer and dryer - many resort complexes and property rental companies offer great perks to their guests that don’t cost a dime.
Destin Days Vacation Rentals offers a wide variety of free Destin Florida rental amenities. This is the best and most inexpensive way to see all that the Gulf Coast of Florida has to offer.
Enjoy buy one get one free deep sea fishing with Lighten Up Charters and Captain Doug Richards. This is a 4 hour fishing trip that includes tackle, license, Captain/ Mate and fish cleaning. There must be a minimum of 4 people to book the trip, but if you divide the savings among four, this is a perk you can’t afford to miss.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on May 12
Here is an interesting interview of Thomas Owadenko that Loic Le Meur just uploaded on his blog. Thomas is the CEO of the new travel 2.0 site called Trivop.
Trivop.com is a very good example of a good use of web 2.0 in the travel industry. It is a platform of video reviews of hotels (located in Europe and then in the future in the US).Like I said in the past, the future of hotel reviews is strongly connected to the future of online video; we previously saw the impact of a simple video uploaded on youtube to report a poor hotel room in Madrid. We also saw Tripadvisor launched a video uploading feature on their website to follow this (hotel) trend.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on May 11
Although lots of boutiques are re-releasing rock tshirts from 70s bands, to get your hands on the real thing head to Christie???sNew Yorkfor the Nov. 30 Rock And Pop Memorabilia auction. The sale will features property from the Estate of Ian Copeland as well as a collection of vintage tshirts published in the iconic book, Rare Vintage Rock T-Shirts. On the block will be tshirts from Led Zeppelin, Rolling Stones, Pink Floyd and the Beatles, among others. Prices will start at $500, and the tshirts were printed in the 1960s-1970s, before the days of mass merchandising when it was just the roadies who wore them.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Apr 21
By: Nancy Kinley
In the midst of Los Angeles County’s west side, Redondo Beach sets itself apart from the masses of southern California beaches in many ways while still reflecting the best of the laid-back lifestyle for which the area is legendary. Close to so many amusement parks and museums, Redondo Beach is certain to have something enjoyable for everyone.
Redondo Beach has been referred to many times as having “one of the most romantic sunset watching places in the entire world”- the Seafront Esplanade. The city that once was one of the busiest commercial ports in southern California now is home to a pleasure pier, lined with quaint, unique shops and restaurants and a sport fishing fleet. Don’t forget about the marinas, for what would a southern Cali beach destination be without them!
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Mar 28
North Face Big Shot – Where business meets pleasure.
Backcountry.com: $89.00
The North Face Big Shot is a laptop backpack with plenty of room to spare. This fully adjustable backpack is perfect for weekend business trips or for just carrying your laptop to and from the office. Who says you need sophisticated looking, black leather computer case? Break the mold with The North Face Big Shot.
A nice feature is that even when its fully loaded, The North Face Big Shot still meets carry on requirements. The easy to access laptop sleeve makes it easy to get access to your laptop for security check points. Don’t be that guy who has to dig around in his bag to get his computer out. Instead, zip through security with ease by being prepared. Just another reason you don’t need that leather laptop case.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Mar 15
As with many ski towns, Park City was originally established as a mining town. In the 1860’s, flocks of people moved here to pursue riches in silver mining. At this time the streets were lined with saloons and featured a very popular red-light district. In the 1930’s mineral prices fell due to the depression, and the town felt the effect. Business collapsed and the population dwindled. Over time things got better and in 1963 Park City Consolidated Mines built the first chairlift on what was then known as Treasure Mountain. At this time, $3.50 would get you a weekend pass to go skiing and sledding. Times have changed a bit since then, but the skiing is still world-class, and the town offers many cultural events and festivals.
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posted by Charles H. Russo on Mar 8
High Sierra Access Laptop Backpack - More features and pockets than you could need.
Looking for a laptop backpack that will do more than just hold your laptop and few books, but wont break the bank? The High Sierra Access Laptop Backpack is built to protect, organize, and be comfortable all at the same time. There are so many great features to the High Sierra Access Laptop Backpack that it’s a wonder it doesn’t cost more. But thats one of the great features of High Sierra gear, you get quality gear for a fraction of the price.
You’ll find no shortage of pockets on the High Sierra Access Laptop Backpack. My favorite pocket on this bag though is the laptop pocket. There is a separate zippered pocket where the laptop sleeve rests. This pocket allows you get your laptop in or out without having to open the main compartment. A great feature if you have ever tried to pull your laptop out of an over packed bag.
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