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Patrick Dempsey, 2013 Tour of California Ambassador, on Cancer Awareness Actor Patrick Dempsey, well-known for his television role as neurosurgeon Dr. Derek Shepherd on "Grey's Anatomy," is also servi...

• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: May 17-19, 2013

  5/15/2013

  Does any other metropolitan area have a weekend lineup like the Bay Area's?
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  Sunnyvale and Mountain View Public Libraries Get 3D Printers

  5/15/2013

  Moving way beyond just checking out a book, Silicon Valley public libraries are leading the way in tech innovation. Libraries in Sunnyvale and Mountain View have recently acquired 3D printers.
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  Oakland's Cat Video Fest Features High Tech, All Things Cat

  5/13/2013

  Meow mania came to Oakland for the Internet Cat Video Festival on May 11, 2013, officially proclaimed Internet Cat Video Day by the city's mayor. Thousands of feel-good feline lovers watched cat Internet video sensations on a giant outdoor screen.
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  Advice from Experts for Memorial Day Weekend Camping

  5/10/2013

  Memorial Day Weekend kicks off the camping season at most parks and sites, and camper are well-advised to plan ahead, even if they're old pros. REI has some useful tips and classes for getting the most out of your outdoor experience
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  Patrick Dempsey, 2013 Tour of California Ambassador, on Cancer Awareness

  5/10/2013

  Actor Patrick Dempsey, well-known for his television role as neurosurgeon Dr. Derek Shepherd on "Grey's Anatomy," is also serving as ambassador to Breakaway From Cancer for the eighth year.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: May 10-12, 2013

  5/9/2013

  Mother's Day in San Francisco will have families out and about enjoying a neighborhood brunch, a Broadway musical, a Sunday museum visit, a food truck picnic in the park, a cat video convention, or whatever Mom might like best.
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  Five of the Best Old-Fashioned Memorial Day Parades

  5/9/2013

  Nostalgic Memorial Day parades are taking place in pretty smal-to-medium sized towns in Ohio, Massachusetts, Maryland, New York, and Rhode Island. Some parades attract thousands more spectators than the size of their own population.
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  Rachel Ashwell Talks About Shabby Chic Couture and Vintage at New San Francisco Store

  5/7/2013

  To the delight of large and growing numbers of dedicated followers, Rachel Ashwell, interior decorator and design guru, has opened a San Francisco shop. Ashwell's philosophy comes through loud and clear, yet softly and subtly in its interpretations.
• Kendrick Lamar, RaVaughn in Cincinnati Tuesday With Yahoo! On the Road

  5/4/2013

  Yahoo! On the Road reaches Cincinnati on May 7, 2013, in a concert headlining two recent and rapidly rising stars, rapper Kendrick Lamar and singer RaVaughn.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: May 3-5, 2013

  5/1/2013

  Tacos and sangria are in the Mexican mix when outdoor Cinco de Mayo festivities take place all over the Bay Area. Can't wait? Some fiestas occur a day early -- call it Cuatro de Mayo! Save time for the Kentucky Derby, too, this weekend, May 3-5, 2013.
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  What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: April 26-28, 2013

  4/24/2013

  San Francisco Bay Area has been basking in April sunshine, enjoying the best of the outdoors. Activities this weekend, April 26-28, 2013, offer indoors at the International Film Festival or outdoors at the 150th anniversary of the Port of San Francisco.
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  Pop-Up Dinners With Master Chefs in Advance of 2013 SF Chefs Week

  4/24/2013

  In advance of the fifth annual SF Chefs festival, the Dinner Party Project is a unique opportunity for diners to experience collaborative chef undertakings in intimate settings on evenings in April and May 2013.
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  What's New at the Exploratorium?

  4/22/2013

  Exploratorium has dramatically expanded to fill a remarkable space at the refurbished Pier 15 at Embarcadero. An outdoor gallery and free public space, 150 new exhibits, expanded programming, two late nights, and Bay Area resident discounts are all new.
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  Shopping as Live Theater at Lots Road Auction in London

  4/19/2013

  There are ways to shop without even buying, which gives visitors an in-depth look into an international destination. Window shopping is one way. Attending an auction is another. London's Lots Road Auctions in Chelsea has a relaxed atmosphere every Sunday.
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  Lilly Pulitzer Launched the Preppy Look from Her Orange Juice Stand

  4/19/2013

  Lilly Pulitzer was the go-to brand for daytime dressing of the East Coast heiress from its beginnings at a Florida orange juice stand to today. Lilly Pulitzer passed away on April 7, 2013 in Palm Beach, where she kicked the brand off in the 50s.
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  What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: April 19-21, 2013

  4/18/2013

  Earth Day means wherever you live in the Bay Area, there's likely to be a cleanup day at a beach, park, or estuary nearby. Cherry Blossom Festival continues, Exploratorium celebrates its first weekend in a new home, and our fine weather says "enjoy!"
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  London's Prestigious Chelsea Flower Show Centennial

  4/18/2013

  The centennial of the famous Chelsea Flower Show is observed May 21-25, 2013, with Queen Elizabeth II in attendance on opening day. Commonwealth nations have been known to create garden displays, but now the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is participating.
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  Massive Unearthing of Roman Ruins in Central London

  4/18/2013

  Exciting and massive archeological dig in Central London unearths entire streets of Roman setttlements and thousands of objects from as early as A.D. 47.
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  Easy-Peasy Trendy, You're Spot-On in Polka Dots

  4/17/2013

  Be spot on in polka dots. Along with stripes, they're everywhere for spring and summer 2013. You can wear polka dots any which way you like or beat the budget by accessorizing with polka dots.
• Locals Proud of San Jose's Ninth Nerdiest Ranking

  4/16/2013

  Called ninth nerdiest city in the nation, San Jose, California, is proud of its nerds and geeks.
• 4 Public Golf Courses With Pacific Ocean Views in the Bay Area

  4/12/2013

  Right in San Francisco, three public golf courses have outstanding historical interest and remarkable Pacific Ocean views. Half an hour south in the direction of Silicon Valley, Half Moon Bay features stunning ocean bluffs with expansive Pacific views.
• Nude Pumps Go From Trendy to Genuine Classic

  4/11/2013

  Shoe designers have put out more styles in nude-colored heels than in any of the previous three record-breaking seasons, indicating that this is a look that has moved from trend-setting to wardrobe-building classic.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: April 12-14, 2013

  4/11/2013

  The celebrated cherry blossoms are in bloom in Nihonmachi, San Francisco's Japantown. Bay Area celebrations and events also include dogs, antiques, film, fashion, hockey, drama, comedy, opera, wine, and dance this weekend, April 12-14, 2013.
• Return Promised for a Treasure Removed From San Francisco's Palace Hotel

  4/10/2013

  When the owners removed a large Maxfield Parrish 1909 painting from San Francisco's Palace Hotel to be sold at auction, public outrage was fueled by social media's reach. Within days, that decision was reversed; the painting's return has been promised.
• Learn From the Experts Why Blue Is the Color of Choice

  4/10/2013

  Cobalt blue is killing it for spring 2013, even though it was introduced for spring 2012. You will, quite simply, be seeing more of this fabulous color everywhere from corporate logos to Queen Elizabeth to fashion runways and in shopping malls.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: April 5-7, 2013

  4/3/2013

  MLB Opening Week means World Champion San Francisco Giants are hosting the St. Louis Cardinals in three consecutive afternoon games at AT&T Park this weekend, April 5-7. What else is going on around the Bay Area this weekend?
• Five of the Best Baseball Bars in San Francisco

  4/1/2013

  Around San Francisco, sports bars are lively gathering places for Giants fans. Locals will be found watching and cheering in their favorite baseball bars near AT&T Park and elsewhere in the city from the season starter through October.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: March 29-31, 2013

  3/28/2013

  March makes its exit as a lamb in the Bay Area so we can enjoy an early Easter and a Passover weekend filled with outdoor activities. Here are a few picks to consider adding to your calendar for March 29-31, 2013.
• The Presidio, San Francisco: Owned by Three Countries Through History

  3/27/2013

  The Presidio in San Francisco has its roots in 1776, named by Spanish explorers as El Presidio Real de San Francisco as a military lookout. Over the next few decades, the community was claimed by three different countries.
• A Bruce Lee Fight Without Cameras Changed Everything

  3/26/2013

  In the fall of 1964, Bruce Lee was back in San Francisco, his birthplace. He was a martial arts teacher, a new husband, a soon-to-be-father. He was not yet famous when a private bout behind closed doors took on great significance for his philosophy.
• San Francisco's Famous Farmers Market is Tops for Visitors

  3/25/2013

  Often rated as the number one farmers' market in the nation, and always ranked as one of San Francisco's top visitor destinations, the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market at The Embarcadero is a must-see, must-do every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: March 22-24, 2013

  3/21/2013

  March Madness and Bouquets to Art are here, meaning that spring has officially arrived. Our sunny days between umbrella days are meant to be here this weekend, March 22-24, so we've lucked out for enjoying the outdoors.
• Add a Belt and Boost Your Look Right to the Top of the Fashion Stakes

  3/19/2013

  Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge and First Lady Michelle Obama share a love for the waist-defining belt, worn over dresses, coats, on sweaters, gowns, and two piece suits. Kate Middleton will likely be back into her belted favorites once the baby is born.
• How to Tie One On: Get an Authentic Hermés Scarf for Less

  3/15/2013

  Hermés scarves have never gone out of style. Beloved of actresses, celebrities, and royalty over the years, the price tag keeps rising on these hand-rolled beauties. You can, however, tie one on for less by shopping online with a designer consigner.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: March 15-17, 2013

  3/14/2013

  The St. Patrick's Day parade in San Francisco is, without a doubt, one of the nation's biggest and oldest celebrations, now in its 162nd year. Or wear green garb and head for Dublin in Alameda County this weekend.
• Breaking Away From Platform Heels

  3/12/2013

  A Christmas Eve stumble, embarrassing and damaging, got me out of my fashionable high heels and onto some crutches instead. Finally on the mend, I have given up stunning stilettos and wonderful wedges for good.
• San Francisco Bicyclist to Stand Trial for Manslaughter

  3/8/2013

  Due to yesterday's felony manslaughter charge resulting from a pedestrian fatality from a bicycle collision at Market and Castro streets on March 29, 2012, San Franciscans are reminded that we must all obey and respect the rules of the road responsibly.
• Bay Area's Most Authentic Irish Pubs

  3/7/2013

  Authentic Irish pubs abound in San Francisco. There are many lists to indicate the top Irish pubs in the Bay Area. Five authentic Irish pubs are favorites of the local Irish community, residents, and visitors alike.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: March 8-10, 2013

  3/7/2013

  While half the nation shivers and shovels another major snowstorm, Bay Area residents are shrugging off a bit of rain and making their way into another sunny weekend, springing forward as Daylight Saving Time begins on Sunday, March 10, 2013.
• National Procrastination Week is Here... On Time

  3/5/2013

  Celebrate the lazy fun of National Procrastination Week on March 3-9, 2013 by not doing what you're supposed to. If you accidentally get something done on Monday, don't worry. It's a warm up. You've got an entire week to do even less.
• A Destination Neighborhood: Hayes Valley in San Francisco

  3/5/2013

  Hayes Valley has risen from the ashes of the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake in San Francisco, a newly invigorated neighborhood created when its central freeway overpass was torn down due to damage.
• American Hotels Tweak 2013 Pricing and Guest Delivery

  3/5/2013

  American hotels are planning more use of social media, amenities for female travelers, gluten-free dining and room service, destination videos, expanded frequent guest programs, and greater social and environmental corporate responsibility.
• Getting There: World's Best 2012 On-Time Airline Performance is Announced

  3/5/2013

  A useful study by FlightsStats indicates the overall on-time performance of major airlines by geographical categories around the world. In 2012, Japan Airlines was most likely to deliver its passengers at the arrival gate without delay.
• Bella Boutique Loves Brides: Delicate, Handmade Jewelry Under $50

  3/4/2013

  Bella Boutique designs custom jewelry and baubles created for each bride’s big day. These are handmade pieces under $50 tailored for weddings and bridesmaids gifts. The San Francisco shop has an online shopping website for shipping through USA.
• Portmeirion, Wales is a Pretty, Painted Seaside Village

  3/2/2013

  Portmeirion in Wales is a little fairyland village in North Wales, created out of the vision of one man with a lifetime passion of architecture blended with natural beauty and scenery.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: March 1-3, 2013

  2/28/2013

  From indie films to concerts, Sonoma wine barrel tastings to a soul food festival, there's plenty to do in the San Francisco Bay Area during the weekend of March 1-3, 2013, while awaiting the Bay Bridge Grand Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday eve, March 5.
• San Francisco Plans Blockbuster Museum Exhibitions

  2/26/2013

  Due to an agreement signed with the Louvre, even more treasures from Paris will be displayed in San Francisco's de Young Museum and Legion of Honor over the coming five years. Will the Mona Lisa soon be smiling at the city by the bay?
• Historic Presidio Golf Course Is Called San Francisco's Favorite 18 Holes

  2/22/2013

  Historic Presidio Golf Course in San Francisco offers the opportunity to play 18 holes just 15 minutes from downtown among century-old Monterey cypress and pines.
• Head for Rome This Winter for the Papal Conclave

  2/21/2013

  All eyes are on Rome when a papal conclave is called for the election of a new pope. March 2013 sees heavy travel to Rome following the resignation of Pope Benedict XVI.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Feb. 22-24, 2013

  2/21/2013

  Focus is on a lion dancing its way from Union Square to Chinatown, welcoming in the Year of the Snake. It's also a big weekend for the Oscars, Purim festivities, orchid lovers, treasure hunters at the flea market, and Chinese terracotta warriors.
• Stripes Are in for Spring 2013

  2/21/2013

  Stripes are everywhere for spring 2013 fashion trends. Stripes are hugely favored by designers from Forever 21 to Valentino and the only rule seems to be, the bolder the better.
• San Francisco's Multiplying Neighborhoods and Microhoods

  2/20/2013

  The 49 square miles of San Francisco are a collection of neighborhoods to which some new names are being added all the time.
• San Francisco's Newest Hotel Aims for Modern and Interactive

  2/19/2013

  San Francisco is getting a brand new hotel, Hotel Zetta, located at the perfect intersection of tech headquarters, fashion and shopping, cultural attractions, Moscone Convention Center, Union Square, and the Financial District.
• The Statue of Liberty Freshening Up After Hurricane Sandy

  2/15/2013

  The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are very popular National Park Service sites, but they are indefinitely closed due to the effects of Hurricane Sandy in October 2012. The Washington Monument remains closed for earthquake repairs throughout 2013.
• Personalizing Your Style Using Ribbons, Baubles, Buttons and Trims

  2/15/2013

  You can individualize and personalize your fashion look with ribbons, baubles, trimmings, and buttons from an antique market or old fashioned haberdashery. Brides flock to The Ribbonerie in San Francisco for a massive array of vintage and new.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Feb. 15-17, 2013

  2/14/2013

  This weekend is sandwiched between midweek highlights of Tuesday's Mardi Gras and Thursday's Valentine's Day, plus President's Day on Monday. Chinese New Year festivals and SF Beer Week continue, a wine competition arrives.
• Find Treasure at San Francisco's Treasure Island Flea Market

  2/14/2013

  San Francisco's Treasure Island Flea is a market held on the last weekend of every month. Vintage shopping, antiques, food, live music, wine tasting, and panoramic views are 10 minutes from downtown on the Bay Bridge.
• Voting in Elections Shouldn't Take Hours

  2/13/2013

  Let's applaud a non-partisan commission on improving the voting experience in America and get it done now.
• 5 Winter Weekend Escapes Around the San Francisco Bay Area

  2/12/2013

  Locals know that Northern California in winter isn't a time for suntanning. While many head for nearby ski slopes, there are other diversion north, south, and east for a winter weekend escape on less than a tankful of gas.
• Oldest Restaurants in San Francisco Serve Up a Dash of History

  2/11/2013

  The oldest restaurants in San Francisco date back to the Gold Rush days of the mid-19th century. Among the house specialties are sourdough bread, clams, mesquite grilled fish, oysters, seafood cioppino, and Italian food.
• Special Wedding Spots in the San Francisco Bay Area

  2/11/2013

  The picture-postcard San Francisco Bay Area offers brides and grooms unique venues for an indoor or outdoor wedding that reflects their own personal style.
• A Designer Perfume for Babies Is Launched by Dolce & Gabbana

  2/7/2013

  Dolce & Gabbana have tweeted their intention to release a $45 perfume for babies later in 2013. Reaction was swift and generally negative, with many pointing out that the natural sweet smell of a baby does not need enhancing and cannot be bottled.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Feb. 8-10, 2013

  2/7/2013

  A busy February in the San Francisco Bay Area features everything from fine arts to fun times with beer. Enjoy firecrackers for Chinese New Year, films for SFIndie Fest, and a FanFest for Giants' fans at AT&T Park, followed by Fat Tuesday's Mardi Gras.
• The Deluxe Hotel Scene in Paris

  2/6/2013

  Millions of dollars are being invested in luxury hotels in established neighborhoods around the Right Bank in Paris. Global hotel chains are introducing themsleves into the deluxe mix, carving new interiors within elegant old buildings.
• 10 Ideas: A Personalized Valentine's Gift for Under $100 or Get Her Something Priceless for Free

  2/5/2013

  The store windows are adorned with red hearts and pink streamers around bottles of champagne. Valentine's Day gifts can be so commercial, but you can still personalize one for $100 or less.
• Avoid Talent Drain: Why California Should Retain Foreign Students

  2/4/2013

  California would benefit from relaxing of U.S. laws allowing highly skilled graduates of our universities to remain in the United States and contribute their talent to our workforce.
• Trendy Activewear Brand is 100% Made in the USA

  2/4/2013

  Sense clothing brand, manufactured entirely in the USA, produces essential activewear pieces for women that cross over from fitness studio to school run to supper. From her base in Santa Fe, New Mexico, CEO Robin Beachner, talks about trends and travel.
• 5 Best Places to Get Takeout Wings in San Francisco

  1/31/2013

  San Francisco fans will settle in front of widescreen televisions at home and in sports bars to cheer for the home team 49ers on Super Bowl Sunday. According to the National Chicken Council, many of them will have Buffalo chicken wings to munch on.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Feb. 1-3, 2013

  1/30/2013

  On Sunday,Bay Area residents will tune in to Super Bowl XLVII, kicking off at 3:30 p.m. PT. Black History Month also kicks off, marking 150 years since the Emancipation Proclamation. In Chinatown, a parade starts the Lunar New Year.
• Chanel and Bourjois: A Little Round Pot of Blush with a Story to Tell

  1/29/2013

  Chanel and Bourjois share the same owners, the Wertheimer family. Boots and Walgreens, beauty and health care giants in U.K. and USA, have agreed to a merger. It could lead to the less expensive Bourjois brand being more widely distributed in America.
• Royal Ascot Says No to Fascinators in Stricter Dress Code

  1/29/2013

  Fashion hats are uncommonly worn in America these days, but are still considered proper for British social engagements. In fact, Royal Ascot has tightened the rules so that fascinators, a favorite of the Duchess of Cambridge, are no longer permitted.
• San Francisco 49ers Fans and Food: A Dream Team

  1/28/2013

  San Francisco is pulling out the stops for Super Bowl Sunday. Free food, giant screens, cheap beer and sliders, free shots for a touchdown, and discounts for 49ers attire are on tap. San Francisco likes food and football, in no particular order.
• America's Three Best Cities for Life Without Owning a Car

  1/25/2013

  New York City, Boston, and San Francisco are three American cities where it's possible to save money by going car-less, since the public transportation system is extensive and accessible.
• 5 San Francisco Places That Feel Like Another Country

  1/25/2013

  Discover places in and around San Francisco's Golden Gate Park that make you feel as though you're in Holland, Hong Kong, London, Dublin, or Tokyo. Tulips and windmills, a tea house and pagoda create mini-getaway spots without leaving the city.
• Price of Trader Joe's 'Two-Buck Chuck' Goes Up in California

  1/24/2013

  San Francisco shoppers are not pleased to be hit with another price increase at the cash register. This time, it's the 25-percent increase on a bottle of Charles Shaw wine at Trader Joe's.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Jan. 25-27, 2013

  1/24/2013

  The San Francisco 49ers are heading to the Super Bowl. SF Jazz Center opens in San Francisco, and Bing Concert Hall opens at Stanford University. The San Jose Sharks are back on the ice, and Comedy Festival begins. A busy late January for the Bay Area.
• Lincoln Highway: San Francisco History You Didn't Know Was There

  1/24/2013

  Passing through the heart of San Francisco, ending at the parking lot of the Legion of Honor overlooking the Pacific, a 100-year-old road was America's first transcontinental highway. Lincoln Highway is nearly forgotten today.
• Bay Area Breweries at the Forefront of Craft Beer Movement

  1/22/2013

  San Francisco Beer Week is being held February 8 through February 17, 2013. Brewers are gathering to discuss the growing craft beer movement and the trends for 2013 and beyond, while sharing tastings, flights, and pairings.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Jan. 18-20, 2013

  1/17/2013

  A selection of happenings, concerts, free walking tours, and events take place over the weekend prior to Martin Luther King, Jr. Day throughout the San Francisco Bay Area on January 18, 2013 to January 20, 2013.
• 5 Tips for Men to Consider Before the Job Interview

  1/16/2013

  Magazines, style guides, and online sites are filled with advice on fashion choices and styling for women, but there is less for men. Arash Mazinani, image consultant, offers tips for men getting back into the workplace or interviewing for a first job.
• Local Reactions to Harvey Milk Name Change Proposal for SFO

  1/15/2013

  San Francisco residents have an immediate and mixed reaction to the proposal to change the name of their airport to honor Harvey Milk, the civil and gay rights activist assassinated in 1978 at City Hall.
• Visiting Washington, D.C. For Inauguration Weekend 2013

  1/11/2013

  Inauguration Day in Washington, D.C. is a busy time in the nation's capital, with 600,000 to 800,000 visitors expected in January 2013. There is a full schedule of events over the three-day weekend, which coincides with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
• An Empty Coffin and Other Amazing Lost Property on the London Underground

  1/11/2013

  About 220,000 items are lost on public transportation and in taxis in London every year. Lost Property Office at 200 Baker Street attempts to find owners of wallets and keys, and extremely strange items including water skis, voodoo masks, false teeth.
• Going Viral: A Winter Flu Report from San Francisco

  1/11/2013

  San Francisco Bay Area is having a cold week and the flu season has had an early start. Wash your hands frequently and get a flu shot is the advice being circulated about the germs being circulated in the worst flu season in a decade across the nation.
• Where to Watch the 49ers/Packers Playoff Game in San Francisco

  1/10/2013

  San Francisco streets will be clear on Saturday afternoon into the evening hours, as everyone moves indoors to catch the 49ers versus the Green Bay Packers action on a big screen somewhere.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: Jan. 11-13, 2013

  1/10/2013

  Bay Area families will find lots of free activities to ward off cabin fever for the younger set, while sports fans have a busy weekend cheering on home teams from Berkeley to Candlestick to Stanford. Throughout Sonoma Valley, the olive festival reigns.
• California's New Cottage Food Operations Legislation Paves Way for Small Businesses

  1/8/2013

  Artisan food startup owners and workers in the Bay Area, incubator kitchens, farmers' market organizers, entrepreneurs, and consumers give their support to the newly enacted California Homemade Food Act.
• How the Golden Gate Got Its Name

  1/8/2013

  San Francisco's strait to the Pacific Ocean, the Golden Gate, was named in 1846 by John Charles Frémont, an American all-rounder as explorer, politician, public servant, cartographer, geographer, engineer, and military officer.
• Make Online Voting Mandatory; Abolish the Electoral College

  1/7/2013

  The United States should abolish the electoral college before 2016 and move mandatory voting online. Under the antiquated electoral college system, many voters and would-be voters are disincentivized by virtue of geography.
• Coco Chanel and the Story of the Little Black Dress

  1/4/2013

  Since 1926, the little black dress has graced the pages of fashion magazines, and has been seen on the backs of the world's most fashionable and stylish women.
• Fashion Trends: Donut-Sized Watches and Eiffel Tower High Heels

  1/4/2013

  Bigger is better in 2013 in men's and women's watches and high heels for women.
• My Fashion Confession: I Hate Boots

  1/3/2013

  Although women fill their closets with as many styles and colors of boots as they can afford, I feel frumpy in boots. Boots are a wardrobe essential that I do not own.
• Hot Co-ed Fashion Brands on Campus

  1/3/2013

  Varsity and ivy league themes are trending fashion leads for college kids in 2013. Hot brands on campus include Abercrombie & Fitch, Franklin and Marshall, Hollister, Converse, Gant, Superdry, and Jack Wills.
• You Are Your Own Personal Brand: Dress Accordingly

  1/3/2013

  The personal style you project translates into others' perceptions of you, just like the packaging on any consumer brand. An image consultant can help you create your own look for the way you wish to present yourself.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: Jan. 4-6, 2013

  1/3/2013

  From hillbilly music to bridal fairs, from Chinese dancers to migrating whales, the San Francisco Bay Area is packed with choices for all ages, tastes, and budgets this first weekend of 2013.
• Saying "I Do" at the Las Vegas Harley-Davidson Café

  1/2/2013

  If you're looking for a cool, unique atmosphere in Las Vegas, there are plenty of themes to choose from. Here's another, the Harley-Davidson Café is also a wedding chapel.
• A Guide to Shopping Smart at the Sales

  1/2/2013

  Everyone loves a sale. But, it's only ever a deal if and when you use the purchase you made. Remembering to stay within your budget is just one of the tips for a successful pass through the post-Christmas January winter sales.
• Relief on Fiscal Cliff Tempered by Hurdles Ahead

  1/2/2013

  Personally, I find the the avoidance of fiscal cliff disaster is good news, but the March 27 deadline for round two is looming as Congress demonstrates their failure to act responsibly.
• Visiting Las Vegas Without a Car

  1/2/2013

  Fly into Las Vegas and head to your hotel without stopping off to get a rental car. Doing Las Vegas without a car is simple and convenient enough.
• A Harry Potter Shop Opens at King's Cross Platform 9 ¾

  12/24/2012

  Muggles can now enter Platform 9 ¾ at King's Cross Station, where an official Happy Potter™ Shop has opened. If you are in need of a wand or a broomstick before hopping your train at King's Cross, here's the spot from where the Hogwarts Express departed.
• Forget the Diet Resolution: Eat Your Way Through San Francisco in 2013

  12/24/2012

  It's a fact; San Francisco is a top foodie destination which really cannot be beat when it comes to fresh, organic farm-to-table dining. Why not kick off 2013 by visiting San Francisco? First, you'll want to call off all new year's diet resolutions.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: Dec. 21-23, 2012

  12/20/2012

  Some say this year's winter solstice on 12/21/12 marks the end of the world. If so, this is the weekend to do all the things you've always wanted to do. This list will start you off, although you may choose to ignore events after midnight on Thursday.
• Bay Area Restaurants Open on Christmas Day 2012

  12/19/2012

  Dine out for Christmas in San Francisco. Dozens of restaurants are open on Christmas Day all over the San Francisco Bay Area, especially in the city itself.
• Bay Area Events Related to Mayan Calendar's End

  12/18/2012

  Those who believe the world will end on December 21, 2012, have booked one-way tickets to Maya regions in Belize, Guatemala, Mexico, and Honduras. San Franciscans, it appears, are intending to party the night away.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: Dec. 14-16, 2012

  12/13/2012

  On December 15, 2012, thousands of costumed Santas descend on San Francisco for SantaCon, a flash mob event on steroids. Gentler Santas visit kids in Oakland, Larkspur, San Rafael, and Palo Alto, plus holiday theater, ballet, a jungle bell run, and more.
• Where to Pop the Question in Paris

  12/12/2012

  Four lesser-known romantic places in Paris for a marriage proposal include Montmartre, the Rodin Museum, on a river cruise, and at the Orangerie museum in the Tuileries Gardens. The Eiffel Tower could certainly make the list of romantic places in Paris.
• Frame Your Face With a Statement Necklace

  12/11/2012

  Statement necklaces frame the face of the wearer just as a beautiful frame enhances a piece of art. There are a few tips for choosing the right necklace.
• How Short is Too Short? How Small is Too Small?

  12/7/2012

  The average American female is a size 14, yet many fashion labels seem to top out their collections with pieces that would only fit women half that size and with mini-skirts that measure only 14 inches from waist to hemline.
• It's a Family Affair at Il Boscareto Resort in Italy's Piemonte Wine Region

  12/6/2012

  Il Boscareto is a contemporary resort boasting a Michelin starred restaurant in the heart of the Piedmont wine country of Northern Italy. Ideally located, Il Boscareto is owned and managed by family members of the celebrated vineyards which surround it.
• What to Do This Weekend in the Bay Area: Dec. 7-9, 2012

  12/6/2012

  Union Square in San Francisco will be a busy place this weekend, December 7 to December 9, 2012, with the Menorah lighting for the start of Hanukkah. The Salvation Army will have celebrity bell-ringers and a concert on center stage.
• Bay Area Charities Need Your Help This Holiday Season

  12/5/2012

  The Bay Area's charities are looking for donations of time, money, blood, food, goods, and services. Find out which charities require what specific donations to make the most of your Christmas giving.
• Different Shades of Black and White Work Best for Different Women

  12/3/2012

  Color Me Beautiful is a long-established analysis of skin, hair and eyes to help people determine their best color palettes for clothing and makeup. Many overlook the many different variations of color shades and variations that make a big difference.
• A Fashion Label for Women Over 40 Is Made in the USA

  12/3/2012

  Catherine Jane of San Francisco designs dresses, coats, and separates which are made locally. Her quality fashions are created with women of forty-plus in mind, available in San Francisco or in her online shop.
• Kate Middleton's Favorite Shoes Are Flying Off the Shelves

  12/3/2012

  L.K. Bennett and Stuart Weitzman shoe styles known to be favorites of Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, are hugely popular. The Kate effect has boosted styles and brands, especially in shoes, which do not require Kate's figure.
• 13 Lifestyle Resolutions for 2013 for Women Over 50

  11/30/2012

  Women over 50 years of age might consider resolutions for the new year around lifestyle that are bound to improve one's health and fitness, friendships, as well as helping others.
• What to Do in the Bay Area This Weekend: November 30-December 2

  11/29/2012

  Events in the Bay Area for the weekend of November 30 to December 2, 2012, include Berkeley and Oakland tree lightings, Oakland ZooLights, Union Street Fantasy of Lights, Great Dickens Fair, symphony jazz concerts, and an important Stanford Pac-12 game.
• Northern California Flood Threat Now Through Weekend

  11/28/2012

  Hurricane Sandy's impact has heightened the public's awareness to flood alerts, as issued throughout Northern California on November 27, 2012.
• San Francisco's Nob Hill and the Big Four Who Built Upon It

  11/28/2012

  Nob Hill, completely rebuilt after the destructive 1906 San Francisco earthquake and fire, offers a look into the lives of its fabulously wealthy original residents.
• Electronics Checklist Traveling During the Holidays

  11/27/2012

  You will want to have minimum electronics gear when traveling. We have all learned how to pack efficiently by rolling sweaters and taking fewer items. Importantly, take fewer electronic items when you fly, but remember the accessories.
• Millions of Dollars Unclaimed by California Lottery Prizewinners

  11/26/2012

  The odds against you for a lottery win in California are far greater than the odds of being hit by lightning. Yet millions of dollars in unclaimed cash piles up every year in every state. Californians miss claims on an average of $26 million per year.
• Two Remarkable San Francisco Holiday Traditions

  11/21/2012

  A house in San Francisco's Mission District is decorated for Christmas in such spectacularly loud style as to attract 30,000 visitors a year. At Grace Cathedral, labyrinth walkers engage in an intensely quiet tradition. Some people appreciate both.
• Fisherman's Wharf and Dungeness Crabs Are a Classic San Francisco Combo

  11/21/2012

  San Francisco is known to be a great dining town. Dungeness crab season is something the locals look forward to, as they head for classic seafood restaurants with fresh daily hauls along the harbor by Fisherman's Wharf.
• An Old-Fashioned 2012 Christmas in the Bay Area

  11/19/2012

  Carols and services at Grace Cathedral, the San Francisco Ballet performing "The Nutcracker," outdoor ice skating, a San Jose Sharks hockey game, a lighted yacht parade, and hotel lobby and window displays are traditional Bay Area holiday events.
• Buy Local for the Holidays: Bay Area Gift Ideas

  11/19/2012

  Built on an historical foundation of gold and chocolate and coffee, a flourishing artisan community exists in the San Francisco Bay Area. Dip into San Francisco's creative side to choose innovative, locally made gifts for the holidays.
• Australian Island Resort Scores Award as World's Best Hotel

  11/19/2012

  Qualia, an Australian resort on Hamilton Island off Queensland has received a perfect score of 100 from Condé Nast Traveler Reader's Choice Awards. Qualia is named the best hotel in the world for 2012.
• A Flattering, Natural, and Romantic Color Choice Is Coral

  11/16/2012

  Few things are more important in your wardrobe choices than color. Along with fit, style and material, the colors we wear communicate about how we feel and how we want others to see us.
• Browse the Best Stalls at Brooklyn Flea

  11/14/2012

  Brooklyn Flea attracts shoppers by the thousands every weekend. There's great stuff, great food, great prices, great people watching, and great views, which means great fun.
• Vintage Shopping Alive and Well in San Francisco

  11/14/2012

  Vintage fashionistas love San Francisco, where the weather is perfect for piling on stylish layers of fabulous finds. Excellent collections of curated vintage clothing for men and women are tucked away in neighborhood shops sprinkled around the city.
• Threat to Recovery, Fiscal Cliff is a Dangerous Place

  11/13/2012

  Let's have the fiscal cliff dispute settled quickly in order to get on with our nation's recovery. In my family and many others, we need jobs to pay off student loans.
• Visit Stanford University in Silicon Valley, California

  11/12/2012

  Stanford University covers over 8,000 acres of land in Palo Alto, California. As one of the world's top universities with a beautiful, sunny campus, it offers opportunities for visitors to get a glimpse of campus life, football, and nearby attractions.
• San Francisco Legends: Drinking in the Past at Historic Bars

  11/9/2012

  San Francisco is a hub of up-to-the-minute technology, but the city is also home to historic bars that reflect the ways things used to be from the mid-19th century Gold Rush days through Prohibition and World War II.
• Let's Go Shopping in Palo Alto, California

  11/7/2012

  Stanford Shopping Center in Palo Alto, California is one of California's prettiest outdoor malls. With café tables and chairs in the sun, men can be seen relaxing as they reach early shopping fatigue levels. University Avenue is in downtown Palo Alto.
• Electoral College and Long Lines at the Polls: We Have to Fix That

  11/7/2012

  The agenda is a packed one, but we should not wait four years to address voters' rights, the electoral college, long lines at polling stations, and messy and antiquated voting systems in the United States of America.
• Cheat Sheet for California Propositions for November 6, 2012

  11/5/2012

  A summary of California's 11 statewide propositions on the ballot in November 2012. Bay Area county propositions in San Francisco, Alameda, Marin, San Mateo, and Santa Clara counties number an additional 37.
• Multi-Million-Dollar Views at One of the Bay Area's Most Expensive Homes

  11/2/2012

  San Francisco real estate is booming once again, yet the Bay Area's most expensive house has seen a price reduction from $45 million to $35 million. Villa Belvedere has incredible views over the bay and the race course for the 34th America's Cup.
• Four More Years: Hurricane Sandy Surely Seals the Deal for Obama

  11/1/2012

  President Obama's response to the hurricane emergency, Republican Governor Christie's praise for him, and former Governor Romney's inappropriate response are obvious signs that Romney is in over his head, just like the waters flooding the east coast.
• When a Natural Disaster Focuses a National Decision

  11/1/2012

  In the days following Hurricane Sandy's destruction, Governor Christie and President Obama demonstrated the "great working relationship" this nation requires. Romney's inappropriate response highlighted that he is the wrong candidate for the GOP.
• What's on in London for Christmas

  10/31/2012

  London is magical at Christmas. Skaters twirl on the ancient moat at the Tower of London. twinkling street lights greet shoppers, Trafalgar Square has its giant tree, Hyde Park hosts a circus and ferris wheel, traditional Victorian trimmings appear.
• Take Two: What $3.7 Million Will Buy in Edinburgh or London

  10/31/2012

  J. K. Rowling, Harry Potter creator, has put her sprawling eight-bedroom Victorian house in Edinburgh, up for sale for $3.7 million. In London, that buys a one-bedroom apartment with garden straight out of scenes from the romantic comedy "Notting Hill."
• Geneva, Switzerland, Is Red and White and Clean All Over

  10/31/2012

  Throughout Europe, the Swiss flag represents a clean and tidy country of peace-loving citizens with a history of masterful manufacturing, whether in knives, watches, chocolates, trains, or cheese.
• San Francisco Voters Face 18 Propositions on 2012 Ballot: Too Many?

  10/29/2012

  Considering there are voters still undecided on the presidential election, some voters fail to register, and others just don't get to the polls, is it reasonable to ask interested and active voters to study 18 propositions, or is that too many?
• The Bay Area's Most Haunted Places

  10/29/2012

  Earthquakes and fires, opium dens, disrupted graveyards, an inescapable prison, and two suicides a month at the Golden Gate Bridge are some of the reasons why San Francisco is deemed a spooky place by those who believe in such things.
• A Curse on the House of Halston?

  10/29/2012

  Halston was the designer darling of the Kennedy White House who became a bad boy of disco nights in Manhattan in the '70s. His label soared and plummeted prior to his 1990 passing. Will Halston Heritage survive the curse of Halston?
• Charleston, South Carolina, Named Best Visitor City in America

  10/24/2012

  Readers of Conde Nast Traveler have voted Charleston, South Carolina, as the top visitor city in America, followed by San Francisco. In 2011, Charleston first took the top spot from San Francisco, which had held it for 18 consecutive years.
• Arm Candy: The Stacked Look in Rings and Bracelets

  10/23/2012

  Stack bracelets and rings just for fun. It's a trend borrowed from Coco Chanel and, with the price of gold so high, it's entirely practical to have some fun with costume jewelry mixed with real.
• The President Gets My Vote

  10/22/2012

  The final presidential debate showed audiences that Romney is out of his depth on foreign policy
• Trendy or Timeless: Men in Skirts

  10/22/2012

  From the Scottish Highlands to the fashion runways of Manhattan and Milan, men in skirts make their appearance from time to time, but have never really successfully hit the mass market.
• Not the Mall: Tips for Shopping the San Francisco Way

  10/22/2012

  Tips for shopping in San Francisco include: forget the car, bring a jacket, wear comfortable shoes, forget the malls, and head for the neighborhoods.
• 34th America's Cup 2013: Sailing in San Francisco

  10/15/2012

  San Francisco is hosting the 34th America's Cup throughout the summer of 2013 from July 4 to September 22.
• 12 Fashion Suggestions for Men Over 50

  10/15/2012

  There are fewer and fewer rules about fashion these days. However, men over 50 can benefit from a few dos and don'ts that will have them looking their best on any occasion. Above all, quality and a good fit are the keys to a good look for men over 50.
• Superfoods that Benefit Older Women

  10/15/2012

  There are plenty of superfoods out there to help older women right through the four seasons, providing benefits especially helpful with a healthy aging process.
• Five Fashion Tips for Mixing Patterns, Stripes, and Checks

  10/10/2012

  Breaking the fashion rules by wearing checks, solids, florals, paisley, prints and polka dots in different combinations is fun and completely acceptable these days.
• Job Numbers Report Unemployment Down in September

  10/10/2012

  The jobs report is even more important than the debates, which are just filled with promises, some false.
• Shop Paris-Area Outlets for Designer Discounts

  10/9/2012

  For visitors to Paris it's well worth knowing about this outlet shopping center. You will find a wide selection of top designer bargains at La Vallée Village located near Disneyland Paris, the place for 100 quality outlet stores.
• A Rather Boring First Presidential Debate

  10/8/2012

  The first of three presidential debates was a win for Romney, but I believe Obama will be coming out swinging on the next two.
• Debate Format Cheated Voters

  10/4/2012

  Many important domestic issues were not addressed in the first presidential debate.
• Shawl Solutions for Sleeveless Dresses

  10/4/2012

  Shawls are the answer when sleeveless dresses are the question.
• Top Museums in London Have Free Admission

  10/1/2012

  Millions of visitors have taken advantage of free museum admission since 2001, when national museums in England, Scotland, and Wales began opening their doors without charging entry fees.
• Visiting Laidback Sausalito, CA: Sittin' on the Dock of the Bay

  9/27/2012

  Sausalito, California, is only half an hour from San Francisco, but it's usually warmer, sunnier, and just plain more relaxing.
• Building a Maternity Wardrobe That Works at the Office

  9/25/2012

  Here are a few tips for career maternity clothes for women who are working at an office through their pregnancy.
• Vitamins for Healthy Skin, Hair, and Nails for Those Over 50

  9/25/2012

  Men and women over 50 may wish to supplement their diet with vitamins to promote nice looking skin, well conditioned hair, and strong nails. Skin, hair, and nails are three of the most apparent ways that our good health allows us to appear younger.
• A Santa Cruz Weekend for Non-Surfers

  9/24/2012

  While it's 2,400 miles from Honolulu, the surfing connection between Hawaii and Santa Cruz, California, is a close one. With a nod to surfing, let's find out what else is going on in sunny Santa Cruz, including a brand new hotel.
• In '60 Minutes' Interviews, Presidential Candidates Agree on One Thing: It's a Big Election

  9/24/2012

  At this point in the campaign, I agree with both presidential candidates when they say that this represents the clearest choice for voters in a generation.
• Goldener Hirsch Hotel: The Hospitality Heritage of Salzburg, Austria

  9/21/2012

  The Goldener Hirsch Hotel in Salzburg, Austria, is located one minute from Mozart's House and across the street from Festival Hall, where the famous music festival occurs in late January.
• Romney Has a Terrible Week

  9/18/2012

  Romney has no message for the middle class and has now insulted half of us. This week has revealed a narrative of Romney that is extremely upsetting.
• England's Most Expensive House Ever Is on the Market

  9/18/2012

  In London, the most expensive property ever marketed, with 45 bedrooms, has been discreetly tagged at an asking price of £300 million.
• How Brides Beat the Budget by Saving on Designer Gowns

  9/14/2012

  If a bride needing a bridal gown is lucky enough to get to San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Chicago, a visit to try on designer gowns at Glamour Closet is a do-not-miss opportunity.
• Michelle Obama and Ann Romney: What They Wore

  9/12/2012

  What did they choose to wear when Ann Romney and Michelle Obama had the eyes of the nation upon them while delivering highly strategic, and personal, speeches at their husband's nominating conventions for the highest office in the land?
• Tips for Buying and Selling Handmade Jewelry on Etsy

  9/12/2012

  Etsy is an enormous global marketplace, where jewelry is its biggest category. Etsy.com has been described as somewhere between eBay and your grandmother's attic because it focuses on vintage, homemade, artisan crafts.
• San Francisco's Romantic Palace of Fine Arts

  9/10/2012

  Stunningly dreamy and romantic, San Francisco's Palace of Fine Arts is well-loved by current generations as it was by those who fought to keep it from ruin in 1915.
• President Obama Says We Should Feel Good About America

  9/6/2012

  President Obama's acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention certainly made me feel better about the state of the nation.
• Labor Day Celebrates American Workers, so Should the Candidates

  9/6/2012

  On Labor Day I would like to see the candidates saluting American workers. On Labor Day I would like to see the candidates working hard themselves.
• Bill Clinton's Speech Worked Extraordinarily Well

  9/5/2012

  The Democratic National Convention has delivered excellent quality speakers who are clear and well-spoken.
• Invisible Chair and Invisible Bush at Republican Convention

  9/5/2012

  The 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa Bay was not the year's political highlight. It was lacking in positive energy and missing some of the GOP's stars, especially George W. Bush. Clint Eastwood's was a very poor delivery.
• Michelle Obama Connected Effectively with a Powerful Speech

  9/4/2012

  Michelle Obama reminds people what it is about Barack Obama that they liked about him to begin with. She encourages everyone to get out the vote.
• Consignment or Charity: Your Closet Contains Cash

  8/31/2012

  There is cash hidden in your closet. A change of season is a good time to clear the clutter and sort unwanted items for consignment. Children quickly outgrow their clothes and shoes, so making a donation to charity will give you a tax deduction.
• How London Reacted to Princess Diana's Death on August 31, 1997

  8/30/2012

  Diana, Princess of Wales, would be 51 years old now, had she lived. Tragically losing her life at age 36, we remember Diana and the very special mark she left on the people of Britain before she tragically left us 15 years ago.
• Beverly Hills Hotel Named Best Hotel in the U.S. for 2012

  8/27/2012

  The Beverly Hills Hotel, celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2012, picked up the prestigious "Best of the Best" hotel award from Virtuoso, the exclusive travel advisor network.
• British-Made Mulberry Handbags Are Trending in America

  8/24/2012

  Everyone would like to see US brand manufacturing jobs in the USA. A British luxury leather goods brand, Mulberry, has kept those jobs in England since 1971. Mulberry is among a few British brands making their goods in England, now available in the USA.
• Seniors-Only Tours Are a Good Solution for Travelers Over 50

  8/20/2012

  Seniors-only tours include biking, hiking, cruising, and sightseeing. Tour operators have created appealing options by fitness levels and interests, as well as cost-saving plans to waive single supplements. Insurance for seniors is easy to include.
• Neutrals Are the Basic Foundations of Any Great Wardrobe

  8/17/2012

  From Audrey Hepburn to Coco Chanel to Marilyn Monroe, some of the world's most fashionable beauties recognized neutrals as the mainstay of their wardrobes.
• Cosmetics and Accessories Are Soaring in Recession-Proof Sales

  8/17/2012

  In penny-pinching times of economic downturn, the lipstick index kicks into effect in fashion and accessories sales. From coast-to-coast, bellwether indicators point to strong sales in cosmetics, jewelry, shoes, eyewear, handbags, hats.
• Meet Lady Gaga's and Whoopi Goldberg's Shoe Designer

  8/17/2012

  Remember the name Kobi Levi, shoe designer. The most outrageously unique, handmade shoe designs you could possibly imagine are being produced as footwear art at one designer's Tel Aviv studio, Kobi Levi.
• Look Great and Feel Comfortable in Age-Appropriate Attire

  8/17/2012

  Fashionable and trendy are not the same thing. Women over 50 have countless style choices that are suitable without worrying about what is trending in fashion.
• How to Find a Restroom in Europe

  8/16/2012

  Finding a public restroom in European cities, or having the nerve to enter a private one, requires some know-how for Americans traveling in Europe, especially first-time travelers. Some tips on where to find a toilet are useful.
• A Drive Along the Wine Road in Provence, France

  8/16/2012

  The Route des Vins is 13 driving trails through the wine region of the southern Rhône Valley, where famous villages are found, including Châteauneuf-du-Pape. September and October are ideal for visiting southern France.
• Discover the Grape-Growing Regions of California

  8/15/2012

  California's natural beauty, optimal growing conditions, and plentiful sunshine are ideal for grapes, tourism, and sightseeing activities throughout the Golden State, including wine tasting.
• 5 fall fashion suggestions from San Francisco

  8/10/2012

  Get five fashion tips for fall straight from one of San Francisco's chic boutique owners in Pacific Heights, the city where autumn weather begins in summer.
• 5 fashion tips for fall from former runway model

  8/10/2012

  Runway models have a number of secrets and fashion tips which make life smoother both on and off the runway. Models will join the lines at H&M in November 2012 to check out the Martin Margiela collaboration.
• Summer Olympics Feel Good, but Presidential Campaign Feels Bad

  8/10/2012

  Teenage Olympians have a thing or two to teach both presidential candidates, Romney and Obama, their advisors, and the media, about good sportsmanship and fair play.
• Costa Smeralda, Sardinia, Is an Emerald Mediterranean Gem

  8/9/2012

  Costa Smeralda is along Sardinia's northern coastline, where the sea is known for its translucent emerald green quality. Its stunning scenery and resort activities can now be enjoyed in this destination once exclusively reserved for yacht owners.
• Boston's National Historic Park: Tour Guide's Look at the Freedom Trail

  8/6/2012

  Urban national historic parks make an enormous contribution to our National Park Service, none more so than Boston and its famous Freedom Trail, linking 16 sites of major colonial significance.
• Remembering the Radio Announcement of Marilyn Monroe's Death

  8/3/2012

  Fifty years since Marilyn Monroe's death brings back memories of the '60s.
• Visit Wente Vineyards, America’s Oldest Continuously Operated Family Winery

  8/2/2012

  An hour's drive from San Francisco, the hills, canyons, and vineyards of Livermore in the East Bay offer sunshine and surprises. Fabulous wine, top name outdoor concerts, championship golf, olive groves and wedding venues await at Wente Vineyards.
• Miami's Historical Biltmore Hotel Offers Total Performance Golf

  8/2/2012

  Stay and play at the historical Biltmore Hotel in Miami, where the pros' Total Performance Golf includes Trackman, an analysis used by Tiger Woods. The 1925 Donald Ross course is in better condition than ever.
• Make Winter Memories in Magnificent Monte Carlo

  8/2/2012

  In winter, Monte Carlo's swimming pool is replaced by an ice skating rink. Visit the Christmas Market, opera, legendary casinos, some of the finest restaurants on earth, an international circus, and a blessing of the fleet on saint's day.
• Golf and Grapes in California's Wine Country

  8/2/2012

  Less than an hour from San Francisco's Bay Bridge, head east into the picturesque hills, valleys, and vineyards of Livermore, home to Wente Vineyards. Great golf, great food, great music and great wine await. Is this Sonoma and Napa of 25 years ago?
• No Gold Medal: Host Cities Are the Losers in Olympics

  7/30/2012

  History teaches us that the excessive building undertaken by host cities, as well as security costs, mean that hosting the Olympics is not financially viable and includes big risks with little long term benefit.
• "Tampered" Ad by Obama Campaign Falls Short

  7/27/2012

  The campaign ads from both sides that shy away from issues to focus on taunts can be counter-productive.
• Mitt Romney Sings Off-Key

  7/27/2012

  One voter's favorable Obama versus Romney campaign reaction for a well-crafted advert.