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Top 3 luxury bistros of San Diego’s Little Italy

Top 3 luxury bistros of San Diego’s Little Italy

By on May 31, 2013 in California, Food and Drink, Going Out, North America, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, USA   - Read 1650 times

A coastal city of Southern California, San Diego is known for its relaxed attitude, friendly people and—despite its modest size—a rather diverse selection of gastronomical delights.  Adjacent to the downtown city center is the beautiful neighborhood of Little Italy.  As one would expect, the area is home to the most authentic Italian food in town.  [...]

The history of luxury travel – Emilio Pucci

The history of luxury travel – Emilio Pucci

By on May 02, 2013 in Clothing, Europe, Italy, Regions, Travel Equipment, Western Europe   - Read 2416 times

When one hears “resort wear”, it’s doubtful that Olympic skiing or the Italian parliament comes to mind.  Enter Emilio Pucci, the man who single-handedly put bright, graphic prints on the international fashion stage.  With the world having to rebuild itself during the post WWII era, Pucci’s obsession with color (and lots of it) helped to [...]

The history of luxury travel – Louis Vuitton

The history of luxury travel – Louis Vuitton

By on Mar 31, 2013 in Luggage, Travel Equipment   - Read 7542 times

You’ve seen it amidst a throng of designer handbags, dangling from the forearm of many a celebrity and recognized its unmistakable logo.  But did you know that the world’s most valuable luxury brand (for six consecutive years, mind you) had its humble beginnings in packing the trunks of 19th Century French royalty? Backed by his [...]

4 resort casual essentials for your next luxury vacation

4 resort casual essentials for your next luxury vacation

By on Feb 05, 2013 in Accessories, Clothing, Luggage, Travel Equipment   - Read 4761 times

With the cold blasts of winter in full swing, it is no surprise why discerning travelers will be taking advantage of cruise season and heading for a warmer locale. Whether you find yourself in Maui or en route to the Caribbean islands, prime your tropical mindset with the hunt for the right resortwear.  Luxury designers [...]