Beach Bliss – Come For Waikīkī Beach, Stay For Everything Else Oahu, the third-largest of Hawaii’s islands, is nonetheless home to 2/3rd of its population. The beaches are legendary: Waikīkī Beach is world-famous, but don’t miss places like Lanikai, Ala Moana, and Waimea Bay. The North Shore is here, as … Read More
I do very much like the big island of Hawaii, especially the Kona and Kohala Coast of the Big Island. The weather is better than most of the other islands (less rain) and it is generally a bit less humid and sunnier. What I generally do not like are most … Read More
For me, the Kona & Kohala Coast offers the best weather in Hawaii. Generally drier and sunnier than most of the other islands. Mauna Lani Kohala Coast I believe after a $160 million remodel, Auberge have taken the Muana Lani to a very good place. Yes, it is still a … Read More
I guess I have become a true LA “East-Sider”. The thought of having drive to the “West Side” and cross La Cienega is becoming more and more painful as the traffic continues to make a simple trip 45 minutes each way or more. But the good news for me is, … Read More
Essentially all things West of La Cienega Boulevard… though all of West Hollywood is included in this section as well. Regardless you still need a car or an Uber/Lyft to get around. Los Angeles public transport is not for everyone. Give it 10 or 15 years… maybe. Mr C Beverly … Read More
Away From It All Snowy Summits And Crystal-Clear Streams Escape the hustle of urban life and roam free in wild Wyoming. Rugged, snowy peaks lead to expansive prairies, where antelope and bison wander the wide open spaces. Head to Jackson Hole to try out the slopes at one of the … Read More
Maison de la Luz Warehouse Arts District One of the newest New Orleans hotels, and currently one of my favorites. Los Angeles design firm Studio Shamshiri and Ace Hotel’s in-house creative team have designed this hotel in New Orleans as if it were the home of a worldy woman who … Read More
Will give my two bits on JFK International Airport shortly. But not an Airport you want to risk connecting to or from an International flight at. TWA Hotel JFK International Airport For me, this is the most anticipated hotel opening for 2019. The TWA Hotel at JFK International Airport will … Read More
In the Winter, there is skiing and winter sports, and Summer, exploring Canyon Country and the numerous National Parks. Sorrel River Ranch Resort & Spa Moab Wonderful Ranch Resort in the heart of Canyonlands with stunning vistas. CONTACT ME FOR MORE DETAILS: PART OF MY J.MAK PROTFOLIO Amangiri Canyon Point … Read More
Active Travel – A Dream For The Go-Go Traveler The second-largest of Hawaii’s islands offers something for everyone, yes, but a vacation in Maui is perhaps especially suited to the more active traveler. Snorkeling, scuba diving, hiking, surfing, helicopter touring, and sailing are all common activities. Don’t miss out on … Read More
Island Eden: Volcanoes, Renowned Surfing, and a Rainbow of Beaches On Oahu, watch surfers ride curling waves off the North Shore, snorkel among the fish in Hanauma Bay, or visit the moving WWII memorial at Pearl Harbor. On the Big Island, marvel at molten lava flows at Hawaii Volcanoes National … Read More
Always a fun place for a few days to get away from LA in the winter. Palm Springs was hit hard after the last recession, but has come back 10 times better. It’s fun and really hard to get super serious in Palm Springs. But in the summer, lordy… you … Read More
