The Intercontinental Los Angeles announced its new helipad Zumba and Yoga classes! Take to the sky with a natural high! Great views, in the backlot of Fox Studios. The yoga class will be featured on the season opener of Million Dollar Listing LA, which airs on June 6th! Guests of the hotel are free. Locals [...]

Your Mother. The most special woman in your life. And Mother’s Day is the one day out of the year you can show her just what she means to you. LA’s The Place recommends a beautiful Mother’s Day brunch at Park Grill at The InterContinental Los Angeles, which is providing a spectacular Mad Hatter’s Mother’s Day [...]

By Ann-Marie Nieves My husband and I had a ‘babymoon’ at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park earlier this month. I know what you’re thinking… How decadent! How fortunate! How positively New York City!  It was all that and more. As I write, I’m a weeble-wobbling 40 weeks pregnant, still working 12 hour days while [...]

If you’re a fan of The London NYC and The London West Hollywood, or have always wanted to experience  their glamorous suites or their world-class cuisine, there’s great news for spring – the Best of The Londons package. Both properties have come together to offer The Best of The Londons package, unifying the style and [...]

Genre Hotel’s Kerry Flowers, the grand king of the Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball, hosted a whirlwind travel trade show at La Bohéme in West Hollywood. Hoteliers, media and celebs gathered for an evening of beads, Hurricane cocktails, and Cirque de Soleil-like trapeze artists soaring above. Guests were flaunting their best feathered Mardi Gras masks and [...]

A mere two blocks from the beach, the Shade Hotel, Manhattan Beach’s hippest boutique hotel, is the perfect destination to enjoy a Southern California holiday or simply experience the thriving South Bay surf cities.  Travel experts agree, Shade Hotel is stellar. Condé Nast Traveler listed Shade as the #6 reason to visit LA, and Manhattan Beach [...]

Green is color of the season in Monterey, CA. Portola Hotel & Spa, the luxurious seaside hotel, has recently received the prestigious LEED certification. Portola Hotel & Spa is now the third of all California hotels to ‘go green’ and only sixth in the nation. On a trip to Monterey to find out what was [...]

Los Angeles may not have snow, but it does have uber style when it comes to celebrating the holidays. The London West Hollywood offers Christmas dinner and hotel packages as well as New Years Eve specials. London West Hollywood also goes beyond to offer the ultimate way to ring in the New Years, a private [...]

Get out your Bond-chic attire for New Year’s Eve!  The Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach will host a festive James Bond-inspired Casino Royale-themed New Year’s Eve bash December 31, 2011. The event will feature an extensive selection of expertly prepared hors d’oeuvres by the hotel’s Executive Chef Greg Hozinsky, casino-style gaming tables, a VIP poker [...]

The Orlando, LA’s newest boutique hotel, is going to be a life-saver if you have family or friends coming to visit during the holidays. Having undergone 6 million dollars in renovations to the entire hotel, The Orlando is stylish, moderately priced and located in the heart of trendy West 3rd Street area of West Hollywood. [...]

Ever heard of cowboy-French cuisine? Neither had I before I went to LON’s at The Hermosa Inn fine dining restaurant in Paradise Valley, near Scottsdale, Arizona. I knew I was in for a memorable dining experience when I rounded the corner and gasped. LON’s outdoor patio was a glowing, mesquite-fragrant wonderland from the wood-burning fire [...]

What better reason for an Arizona getaway than Hermosa Inn’s Artist in Residence Series beginning October 12, 2011? Each month for the next six months at Paradise Valley’s luxury boutique, Hermosa Inn, share an intimate evening at the award-winning LON’s Restaurant with an intriguing, accomplished artist while getting an insider’s view into their fascinating journey. [...]

Have you ever wondered how it would feel to be treated like an A-list celebrity? Have you ever dreamed of being pampered and catered to, with the added perks of fame, while all eyes are on you, when you visit Los Angeles? Well, look no further. The W Los Angeles, known for providing their guests [...]

The Fairmont Banff Springs in Banff, Canada are what fairy tales are made of … with its towering gray stone architecture piercing the vivid green-blue landscape of the Canadian Rocky mountains, one expects the Royals to wave from a window at any minute (in fact, six British Royals have stayed here over the years, including [...]

Wine tasting is not the only way to appreciate the fruits of the vine. Just ten minutes from the city of Sonoma, Kenwood Inn and  Spa fully embrace the power of the grape beyond the taste buds. Recognized in successive years as one of the leading spas in the country by Condé Nast Traveler Magazine, [...]

“I don’t need to do anything else,” my mother gleefully pronounced after she surveyed the lush, English gardens and opulent suite at MacArthur Place Inn in Sonoma. This was a good start to our Sonoma Mother/Daughter getaway.  Mom was pleased as wine punch with MacArthur Place Inn that she could literally do nothing else but [...]

Red Carpet Events LA, 3wolves Productions, Little Yellow Zpot, and Amy Martinson of Beverly Hills came together to present the Post-Emmy Daytime Awards Style Lounge at SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, on June 25th. Vendors gifted the nominees, select talent, producers, directors, writers, stylists, and special guests with some of the best products on the [...]

Kick up your heels and let out a wild “Yahoo!!” as Rafter Six Ranch Resort will definitely draw out the cowboy or cowgirl in you. Just 40 minutes outside Calgary in the Kananaskis Valley, Rafter Six Ranch Resort is good clean outdoor fun. Driving up to the log cabin with the gorgeous Canadian Rockies framing [...]

On Thursday, June 23rd, the Glow Ultra Lounge, housed at the Marriott Marina del Rey, celebrated their Re-launch Party with DJ Cat to support the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Glow Ultra Lounge has updated their design and now includes a VIP entrance, new dance floor area, improved lighting features, and nightly specials throughout the summer. [...]

On June 7th, the Sofitel Hotel gathered special guests to enjoy an evening with their top general managers from around the world. Guests traveled from booth to booth, learning about the Sofitel brand and discovering the immaculate architecture of their locations, while sampling perfectly prepared french cuisine and participating in a beautifully presented wine tasting, [...]

The world’s most celebrated couple will be welcomed, with hearty Canadian hospitality, July 7 – 8, 2011 to Calgary, Alberta. During their North American tour, Prince William and Princess Catherine’s visit to the modern cowboy city will mark two momentous occasions. It will be the first time any member of the British Royal Family has [...]

When you need some pampering but don’t have time for a vacation, Luxe Hotels Sanctuary Spa at the Luxe Sunset Boulevard Hotel offers an impressive array of rejuvenation for the mind, body and spirit right in the midst of bustling Los Angeles. Luxe Hotels Sanctuary Spa is the ideal urban resort experience. They offer packages [...]

To celebrate its 100th anniversary this year, The Georgian Terrace has a line up of events fit for such a milestone that many in the industry would be envious to also tout. With its colorful history and continuing legacy in the city of Atlanta, the 500,000-square foot establishment is one of the few places left [...]

The W Los Angeles – Westwood has many amazing happenings this summer for LA locals. This month, new Executive Chef Dakota Weiss showcases versatile culinary skills with menu of global influences at hotel’s renowned fine dining restaurant NINETHIRTY, with a new monthly dining experience called “W Around the World”. New and innovative menus with exotic [...]

The W Los Angeles Westwood has a delicious summer in store for guests. Summers are for Americana celebrations of life and nothing is more traditional than a Backyard BBQ, pool parties, movies…and more! Even better, at the W Los Angeles, they will take care of the work, you just have the fun! Beginning Memorial Day [...]

Candice Accola chose the W Los Angeles– Westwood to celebrate her 24th birthday poolside. Friends who joined her for her celebration included Candice’s Vampire Diaries cast mates Kat Graham, Kayla Ewell, Matthew Davis, and Zach Roerig, as well as Shiloh Fernandez (Skateland), Corbin Bleu (High School Musical), and Micah Alberti (Wildfire). Partygoers sipped on signature [...]

Spring is here and there is no sweeter escape during this season than to wine country! And Santa Barbara/Solvang wine country is a favorite getaway for Angelinos. Now, until May 31sth Hadsten House Inn & Spa is offereing a two-night midweek getaway for two people who want to experience the best of Santa Barbara wine [...]

Many restaurants within hotels are pleasant additions to the amenities of the property but wouldn’t stand a chance in the fierce competition of outstanding, stand-alone Southern California dining options. KITCHEN 1540, of L’Auberge Del Mar Resort, with James Beard Chef Paul McCabe at its helm, not only rises to the top for its stunning ambience [...]

Whether you’d like a five-star dining experience or even a cooking class to celebrate Valentine’s Day in style, the Gordon Ramsey Restaurant has what you need. Tucked inside the highly acclaimed London West Hollywood Hotel, a romantic dining experience is just waiting to happen. Frequented by famous lovers such as David and Victoria Beckham, Gordon [...]

There is no better way to play cupid for your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day than a lavish couple’s retreat complete with romance and spa pampering at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa? LA’s the Place gives you the heart-shaped scoop on Estancia’s Valentine’s Day specials to make your stay unforgettable. Estancia True Romance Valentine Getaway [...]

LA’s the Place discovers the perfect romantic getaway for you and your sweetie this Valentine’s Day complete with gourmet dining, luxurious accommodations, stunning seascapes and most importantly – a Valentine’s like no other at L’Auberge Hotel in Del Mar. Decadent dinner for two?  Check.  KITCHEN 1540 has you covered with a duo of four-course menus [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2011! Los Angeles to San Diego travel can be more than just a trip south. The travel can transport anyone from the city life of Los Angeles to the feel of a relaxing rancho estate nestled in San Diego elegance with Estancia La Jolla Hotel and Spa. Situated [...]

L’Auberge Del Mar – the perfect Southern California romantice weekend getaway destination. Luxury at the beach in Del Mar, CA.

LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010 - Most Romantic Lounge in LA! Celebrate New Years Eve 2011 Times Square style overlooking the beautiful harbor! New York City invades LA this New Years Eve Glow Ultra Lounge is transformed into Times Square. Bring out your inner star and walk the red carpet, get your picture taken [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010! Los Angeles is known for its beautiful weather, gorgeous beaches and sprawling metropolis, but where do families go when they want to escape all the hustle and bustle of the big city without sacrificing the benefits of gorgeous southern California? A perfect escape from Los Angeles is [...]

If you’re headed to the beautiful San Diego area for the holidays, join Chef Paul McCabe at KITCHEN 1540 at L’Auberge Del Mar for a most delicious dinner during the most wonderful time of the year. Choose from or join them for both Christmas and New Year’s Eve Dinner. Chef McCabe is known for his [...]

The “So Hollywood” package at the exquisite L’Auberge Del Mar is the perfect romantic getaway. We love Southern California and its beautiful coastline from LA to San Diego. But sometimes the traffic deters us from exploring the amazing destinations that are calling to us! L’Auberge has your solution, and a great one it is. Get away in style to beautiful [...]

www.laubergedelmar.com L’Auberge Del Mar 1540 Camino Del Mar PO Box 2889 Del Mar, CA 92014 Direct: 858-259-1515 Reservations: 800-245-9757

Ranked among the top resorts in the world by Conde Nast, L’Auberge Del Mar overlooks the Pacific Ocean and offers gorgeous sunsets, refreshing dining options, a cheerful and cozy spa , a private path to the beach and plush accommodations. Located along the picturesque coast of Del Mar, L’Auberge Del Mar epitomizes California style with [...]

Montage Laguna Beach and Montage Beverly Hills invite guests to spend the holiday season enjoying timeless festivities and creating new traditions with a selection of unique holiday experiences  There’s one holiday gift sure to please every family this year: time spent together. As the upcoming holiday season draws near, Montage Laguna Beach and Montage Beverly [...]

Looking for a casual but trendy, upscale place to relax with fire pits, DJ station and outdoor cabanas overlooking the water on the West side of Los Angeles?  Look no more, Glow Lounge in the Marina Del Rey Marriott has all that and more. Recently undergoing a design overhaul, MDR Marriott is transforming their once [...]

The Marina del Rey Marriott Hotel is more than just a place to store your luggage while you explore the local attractions and rest your head at night. As a world-class accommodation, the Marina del Rey Marriott offers all the modern luxuries you expect from a Marriott property, mixed with the cosmopolitan details of today’s [...]

Need to get away from it all for just a weekend or maybe you’re in the Phoenix area for business? Royal Palms Resort & Spa is the perfect place to enjoy supreme hospitality in a charming, old world locale. Royal Palms Resort & Spa offers everything you might need to restore, relax and indulge. Set [...]

~ A LA’s the Place 2010 Top Pick If you’re looking for a type of stay-cation this year, LA’s the Place reveals the perfect destination to explore not too far from home but exotic enough to have a bona fide adventure – Scottsdale, the Beverly Hills of Arizona. Just 6 hours from LA by car [...]

An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010! Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa, located in Dana Point, California, has done the impossible: It’s improved on paradise. At Laguna Cliffs, panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean aren’t enough. Instead, this gorgeous getaway spot adds world-class hospitality, sumptuous accommodations, luxury services, top-notch sports facilities, and business-ready [...]

* An LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010 Set in the understated elegance of the St. Regis Monarch Beach, Chef Michael Mina’s Stonehill Tavern is as accessible as it is beautiful, with personable service and expansive views of the pristine California coast. In the evenings, guests will be treated to a truly grand scene [...]

Amid the daily hubbub, it’s sometimes easy to forget that we Angelenos live in some pretty extraordinary surroundings. Fortunately for us locals, Terranea, the luxury oceanfront resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, serves as a reminder that paradise awaits in our back yard. Terranea is an LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010.

As Memorial Day weekend brings the summer into full swing, W Los Angeles – Westwood Hotel and the American Cancer Society rolled out the red carpet on Wed, May 26 to kick-start the sun soaked season and fundraise for the battle against cancer.

A magical world unto itself lies just outside of San Diego. It’s found at an amazingly tranquil resort reminiscent of a Mediterranean palace, nestled within the beautiful Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. It’s luxurious and elegant with breathtaking views – the perfect place to stay with your family or to say “I do.” With a Tom [...]

Imagine a private tropical oasis with lush vegetation, tranquil bungalows, romantic waterfront dining, five uniquely different pools, and a full-service Indonesian-inspired spa. Now envision this oasis with water sports, a private marina, an NBA-regulation sized basketball court, five tennis courts, and an 18-hole putting green, all at your disposal. This island retreat is not in [...]

Finding chic yet affordable hotel accommodations within the metropolitan city of Paris can be challenging if not impossible, but LA’s the Place is here to help. As you plan your trip to Paris, we’ve discovered two fabulous hotels where you can stay and still have plenty of euros left over for that Hermes bag or [...]

The City of Light should be renamed the ‘City of Those Who Take Time to Enjoy’. A dose of Paris is not only good for the soul of an urbanite Los Angeleno, but highly recommended. Here are some ‘joie de vivre’ (translation: Hearty or carefree enjoyment of life.) experiences I wanted to share from my recent trip to [...]

In the dictionary, the word refuge means “shelter or protection from distress.” Two Bunch Palms Resort & Spa, nestled on the outskirts of Desert Hot Springs,  is the quintessential embodiment of a refuge or retreat from the modern day ‘distresses’ of city life – hectic schedules, noisy traffic, career demands and family obligations. Step into [...]

What do you think of when you hear the words  “wine country”? Do you picture rolling hills in France? Perhaps the valleys of Napa or Sonoma in California? If you said any of those things, you’d be absolutely right. Without a doubt, they produce some of the best wines in the world. One of California’s [...]

Get away from the Southern California feel and relax at Le Merigot, a JW Marriott Beach Hotel and Spa in Santa Monica. The influence of European elegance can be felt throughout as guests enjoy accommodations that include a full-service spa and the finest foods. A Luxurious Stay Le Merigot comforts its guests in spacious rooms [...]

With Valentine’s Day 2010 around the corner, LA’s The Place has the perfect idea to have your beloved really swoon at the restored 1920’s Downtown Hilton Checkers.  Go beyond the basics of a dinner or standard red roses. Why not truly indulge your heart’s desire and stay the night and celebrate in style? It will [...]

On Jan. 22, 2010 all the 53 Miss America contestants sought to depart from the anxiety of the tantalizing competition. The Venetian, a resort, hotel, and casino, smelling the embers of competition, offered a stunning solution: the ladies were channeled down the Grand Canal in gondolas and serenaded with a Venetian aria. America’s most treasured [...]

I spent my next two nights as a guest at The Rendezvous, a very charming unique ten room bed and breakfast originally known as the Mira Loma when it opened its doors in the late 1930’s.  The quaintly decorated rooms are theme-oriented. My room was named ‘Stagecoach’, which I thoroughly enjoyed. The other rooms are [...]

With it’s close proximity to Los Angeles, Palm Springs is often referred to as “the playground to the stars”, and has been the home away from home for many of Hollywood’s biggest celebrities, power couples and executives. Star-studded Architecture Elvis and Priscilla courted at the famous House of Tomorrow located at the end of Ladero [...]

LA’s The Place recently sent me to investigate the desert playground of Palm Springs and report for our readers. It encompasses so much as there are a multitude of enjoyable activities, wonderful lodging, excellent food and great service! First a little bit about the history of this desert oasis… Palm Springs was officially incorporated as a city in 1938 and [...]

On Thursday, Feb 4, 2010, fans of Iron Chef Kerry Simon will have the chance to dine with the Rock n’ Roll chef himself at SimonLA Restaurant at the Sofitel Hotel Los Angeles. (Check out our article on Kerry Simon and SimonLA here) Join him for a most unique dining experience, which will begin with [...]

Simon LA in the Sofitel Hotel, ranked one of the best restaurants in Los Angeles, and an LA’s The Place Top Pick for 2010,  invites you to enjoy Christmas culinary delights, followed by Simon LA’s famous “Junkfood Platter,  to accompany their special Christmas dinner and post-Christmas brunch menus crafted by legendary chef Kerry Simon. Savor one-of-a-kind [...]

LA’s the Place has the perfect gift idea for the person who has everything or simply the person who’s been extra good on your list and deserves luxurious TLC.  The stunning Spanish-style La Costa Resort and Spa just north of San Diego will give your loved one the playtime or relaxtion they deserve.   Nestled among the beautiful [...]

Master of Ceremony Enterprise, Christine Fleming  and the ‘glitzy’ Riviera Resort & Spa in fabulous Palm Springs presents “The Power of Positive Energy” charity event on November 14th, to benefit the Iraq Star Foundation. Iraq Star, a non-profit foundation created by Maggie Lockridge, R.N. in February 2007, is dedicated to providing medical reconstructive surgeries to assist [...]

In the heart of Palm Desert, with a spectacular mountain backdrop, is a year-round vacation oasis designed for both families and golfers alike: The beautiful, comfortable and upscale Marriott Shadow Ridge resort. The 312 acre lush Marriott Vacation Club property features elegant and well-appointed villas, beautiful pools, innovative water play areas, an eighteen-hole Nick Faldo-designed [...]

The Andre Agassi Foundation showered A-list celebs like Tim McGraw, Brian McKnight, Daughtry, Dane Cook and Macy Gray with gifts in appreciation for donating their time and talent to the 14th Annual Grand Slam for Children benefit concert. Celebrity gift-givers Distinctive Assets provided Gift Bags filled with gifts for a ‘koz’ and a Backstage Gift [...]

Just as you have to dress for the job you want, the car you drive says everything about the desire that drives you. Regardless of whether the statement is made to prospective clients or while sharing a milestone moment with a loved one, Midway Car Rental’s extensive assortment of standard, luxury and green vehicles empower [...]

This offer is expired; this is last year’s post. W Hollywood Talent Center will open on Monday, Aug 31st, next to the Pantages Theatre on Hollywood Blvd. The W Hollywood, in preparation for its December 2009 opening, today announced that it will kick off its search for more than 400 Talent members on Monday, August [...]

Le Spa, housed in the famous Sofitel Hotel in Los Angeles, is one of top rated spas among celebrities and A-listers with its luxiourious French-Hollywood inspired decor, utmost pampering and cutting-edge beauty treatments. One of their most popular and most effective anti-aging treaments Le Spa offers is Carita’s Ageless Beauty facial, just one of the [...]

Catherine Bartolomei, local resident and fifth generation farm girl of the Russian River Valley, nostalgically recounts the harvest parties of her youth.  She remembers inviting dozens of friends and neighbors to help pick the crops on her family’s farm and after the hard work was done, everyone gathered to celebrate: eating a hearty home cooked [...]

Madera is known among the locals as the Southern gateway to Yosemite. It’s a relative unknown to many, though wineries in Madera have been producing since the late 1930s. Madera is an easy stop along the way to Yosemite or Tahoe, and perfect for an enjoyable, relaxed, and casual day, or days, of wine tasting. [...]

Escape the crush of Los Angeles and experience the grace and beauty of the “Mediterranean Coast”, just 26 miles away in one of the most appealing boutique hotels in Southern California: Hotel Villa Portofino. Now available is its “Villa Venturer Package”, available through October 31, 2009, with rates starting at $161.50/night, double occupancy, plus tax, [...]

The Hotel Shangri-La in Santa Monica celebrated its re-opening at launch party on June 18th.

Actor Kevin Sorbo, widely known for leading roles in the television programs Hercules, Andromeda and many more, will host his second annual Kevin Sorbo Celebrity Golf Tournament  at Dragon Ridge Country Club in Henderson, NV on October 8th and 9th. The event is held in support of A World Fit For Kids! , a Los Angeles [...]

Hollywood’s hottest stars and trendsetters will come together to celebrate the inauguration of “Solstice”. the longest day of partying before the longest day of the year. Featuring two huge parties, “Soak In” and “Feel the Burn”; world-class DJs and celebrity guest appearances, all in a lavish, elegant setting — this is the ultimate summer kickoff [...]

Heading to Sin City soon? Here’s another ‘sin’tillating night out you can plan when you escape to Las Vegas. The Strip House (restaurant, that is) at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino has teamed up with “PEEPSHOW”, said to be the sexiest new show on the “planet”, to offer two seductively delicious dinner and show ticket [...]

In one of the most fascinating of California beach cities lies a wonderful, tranquil, sustainable boutique hotel: The Ambrose, part of the K Hotels collection. Its quaint old-world exterior expertly blends with the cityscape, belying its cozy green-centered interior with state-of-the-art amenities. Created to pamper you, the truly holistic experience envelopes you in luxury, relaxing [...]

Wynn Las Vegas has evolved a masterpiece to add to the Wynn experience, appropriately named “Encore”. This sophisticated, chic $2.3-billion, 2,034-suite “boutique” hotel delightfully distinguishes itself from the others on the Las Vegas Strip. Encore has set the gold standard for innovative design not only on the Strip, but for luxury resorts around the world. [...]

As one of Las Vegas’ newer additions to the strip, The Palazzo is not just another hotel and casino. It’s the true physical representation of its given Italian name, an “imperial residence”. With its design intended to be reminiscent of Italian affluent living, it also has a modern European ambience, which is immediately felt upon [...]

Need a respite from the holiday bustle and economy woes? MGM Grand, a AAA Four Diamond hotel, and The Signature at MGM Grand, a non-smoking, non-gaming luxury resort, are partnering with MasterCard Worldwide to offer an Las Vegas vacation without breaking the bank. Ranging from 550 to 1,500 square feet, suites feature king-size, pillow-top beds [...]

Based on the eclectic group of entertainers it’s no surprise that this year’s Andre Agassi Grand Slam for Children gifts featured diversity.   The backstage performer gift lounge offerings were as individual as the event entertainers. Sheryl Crow, The Killers, Ray Romano, David Spade, and Rod Stewart were expected to be present, and gifts needed [...]

Do Vegas the L.A. way! On Wednesday August 20th, head over to the W Los Angeles-Westwood and enjoy the Ashton Kutcher/Cameron Diaz movie, “What Happens in Vegas” poolside. The gambling theme doesn’t stop at the movie, as the W Los Angeles will provide viewers with a Vegas-themed menu from The Backyard Restaurant, as well as [...]

Formerly known as Corsa Cucina, the Italian eatery Stratta has opened in the Wynn Las Vegas. Offering a casual, yet electric atmosphere, Stratta is the latest premier restaurant offering by famed chef Alessandro Stratta. Coming to the Wynn Las Vegas (where Alessandro is also the executive chef of their 5-star restaurant Alex) from Renoir at the [...]

Another brilliant chapter in the history of the American stage takes place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas with Cirque du Soleil’s production of KÀ. From acclaimed theatre and film director Robert Lepage comes this innovative production about a heroic journey of love and conflict set upon an immaculate and detailed 360 degree rotating stage, which forms the backdrop [...]

Adding an even more visually stunning element to the already spectacular Wynn Las Vegas, “Le Rêve” offers guests of the posh hotel and casino spectacular entertainment. Combining aerial acrobatics with extreme choreography, water, and a colorful cast, “Le Rêve”  whisks you away into a whimsical aquatic fantasy adventure.

Love going to Vegas, but want to get away from the gambling and the smoke? You might think it’s impossible, but one of the most popular hotels on the strip offers their guests precisely that at The Signature at MGM Grand. Named the “Best Luxury Hotel in the U.S.” by TripAdvisor.com, The Signature at MGM [...]

The Signature at MGM Grand in Las Vegas looks forward to welcoming you and three of your best girlfriends to a two-night heavenly stay in one of their extravagant suites. The Signature’s "Sex in Sin City" Las Vegas Escape Package is unlike anything you’ll ever experience.  This package will undoubtably prove to any fun lovin’ [...]

By Matthew Hunt Do you tire of the continuous hustle and bustle of Los Angeles?  Our advice is to take short trip east and discover a little piece of heaven in the desert called La Quinta.  Join the likes of everyone from Garbo to Madonna who have escaped to the ‘Gem of the Desert.’ I [...]

In one of the world’s most famous cities, Spa Luce at the Renaissance Hollywood Hotel & Spa, offers a unique tranquil urban oasis. Spa Luce provides its clients with an opportunity to escape into a state-of-the art spa facility that has been meticulously designed to revitalize mind, body, and spirit. Each spa treatment has been designed to [...]

The first new eatery to open at the Hard Rock Casino in Las Vegas in five years, AGO Restaurant held a lavish grand opening on March 3rd. Hosted by executive chef and restaurant namesake, Agostino Sciandri and his famous partner, actor Robert De Niro, AGO welcomed a star-studded guest list. Recognized for popularizing the Northern [...]

If you’re looking for Valentine’s Day ideas to spice up your love life this year, look no further than the W Hotel. With their Feel the Wuv package, the W LA invites you  to enjoy their special offerings at the NINETHIRTY Restaurant and Whiskey Blue Lounge,  as well as partake in a little Sex in [...]

Wailea Beach Marriott Resort & Spa in Maui recently celebrated the opening of the Maluhia Serenity Pool with a traditional Hawaiian blessing ceremony. With a new tile flooring in the lobby, a reflecting pond and marble and wood registration pods, the resort is sure to provide a serene atmosphere from the moment you walk in. [...]

Learn to prepare a romantic meal from Executive Chef Warren Schwartz of Whist at his special couples cooking class on January 30. The hands-on class is open to the public as well as to hotel guests, and includes tips on cooking and presentation, recipes for making an incredible Valentine’s Day meal at home, and suggestions [...]

Nestled in one of Southern California’s most acclaimed areas, The Oceana Santa Monica has been transformed into a private sanctuary for their guests. Once home to Hollywood legends such as Stan Laurel of Laurel and Hardy fame, the Oceana received a multi-million dollar makeover and offers exceptional cuisine, top-notch service and posh amenities. Guests will [...]

Santa Fe’s Premiere Eco Resort, Sunrise Springs Resort Spa, is offering a chance at rejuvenation during the stress of the busy holiday season. Built around organic gardens, most of the buildings here constructed with adobe, reclaimed wood and straw and feature public fireplaces constructed to minimize smoke, as well as guest rooms that feature eco-friendly [...]

As if it’s not hard enough not to overeat on Thanksgiving. Now that I’m privy to a top chef’s secrets on how to make the day’s food even more irresistible, I’m surely doomed. Lucky for me and my waistline, the holiday only comes once a year. Whist Restaurant at the Viceroy hotel in Santa Monica [...]

Planet Hollywood is the latest dazzling attraction to hit the Vegas Strip. Celebrating the Grand Opening of the Resort & Casino, Planet Hollywood co-chairman, Robert Earl is set to welcome a slew of celebrity guests for a weekend of amazing entertainment on November 16th and 17th. The Festivities  With a star studded line up of [...]

The W Hotel – Los Angeles, closes their successful Sunday Cinema series in The Backyard on October 28th. In honor of Halloween, they will be screening the appropriately scary Bram Stoker’s Dracula. To accent the theme of the evening, the W Hotel will celebrate the holiday by transforming their poolside backyard into a "haunted den [...]

High atop the Luxe Hotel on the roof deck penthouse overlooking Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, Sheer Cover presented Melanie Segal’s Platinum Emmy Lounge. As the celebrities strolled around the rooftop, they were treated to luxury items, drinks and noshes all while enjoying the beautiful view of the Hollywood Hills.  With comfy couches set up [...]

Over the Labor Day weekend, Stephen A. Wynn and nightclub operator Sean Christie opened the doors to Blush.  As the first boutique nightclub in Las Vegas, the Wynn hotelier teamed up with Christie to remodel the space formerly known as Lure.  Presenting the new and improved Blush, the two moguls offer up a nightclub with [...]

A long red carpet filled with gorgeous celebrities. Searchlights and camera crews gathered around. Fans adorning the streets, trying to get a glimpse of their favorite stars strutting down the red carpet. When you think of a film premiere, you normally imagine it being in New York City or Los Angeles, but times might be [...]

Bright lights, casinos, entertainment, clubs…Las Vegas isn’t a city known for being boring or tame, yet Dick’s Last Resort at Excalibur Hotel and Casino is sure to give you a one-of-a-kind, outrageous, always entertaining dining experience. Don’t expect your average dining experience here. Servers play original loony, whacky characters, each with their own entertaining schtick, [...]

On June 2, the Theater for the Performing Arts at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino (formerly the Aladdin) unveiled its newest stage show, The Beauty of Magic with Hans Klok, featuring international superstar Pamela Anderson.  It is a brand new venue for Anderson.  “It’s always been a dream of mine to perform on stage in [...]

Distinctive Assets is proud to present its gifting services for this years 42nd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on May 15th 2007, telecast this year from the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. Established in 1999, Distinctive Assets furnishes branding opportunities and establishes new products in addition to celebrity placement. Their talents [...]

Chef Tom Moloney and Aquaknox restaurant at the Venetian Hotel Resort Casino have achieved the seemingly impossible: They’ve brought fresh, delicious seafood to the desert. As its name suggests, Aquaknox specializes in creatures of the sea, and thanks to modern conveniences, Chef Moloney can take his pick of the freshest, highest-quality specimens from around the [...]

Tangerine is bringing sexy back. In addition to all the fun of modern hot spots (DJs, bottle service), Tangerine offers classic touches inspired by the Roaring ’20s, such as live music and sultry burlesque performances, kicked off by no less than Carmen Electra. The sexy star enjoyed it so much that she returned for the [...]

In December of 1997, Studio 54 opened its doors in Las Vegas with eccentricity and flair by inviting Elton John to christen the club’s opening night, bringing back the phenomenan of Studio 54 where once again, people of all classes, races, cultures and genders can socialize under one roof without barriers. Studio 54 features the [...]

Just after arriving in Las Vegas we set out immediately to the strip. Our fist stop was Tabu, which is located in the MGM Grand. "Tabu is about fashion, great music, being in a club and being entertained" said Gamal Aziz, MGM Grand President and chief Operating officer. Designed by the incomparable architect, Jeffery Beers, [...]

Whoever said one nightclub can’t be all things to all people never envisioned PURE. The stakes in Las Vegas nightlife went up on New Years Eve of 2004 when PURE, two stories of nightlife indulgence at Caesars Palace, opened its doors on the Las Vegas Strip. Owned in part by Celine Dion, Shaquille O’Neal, Andre [...]

It’s no secret that Las Vegas has become one of the top destinations for great culinary experiences, but you don’t often hear about the huge range of choices the town offers. Certainly, the superstar chefs with their appropriately classical and refined restaurant are always an option in Las Vegas, but sometimes you want something a [...]

Fashionista?s and designer groupies alike stepped out in style for Gen Art?s LA Fashion Week party at the always fabulous W Hotel in Westwood. Guests strolled through the W?s sparkling terrace courtyard, rubbing elbows with up and coming designers for a sneak peak at coveted fashion week sketches. Featured designers that will be showcasing their [...]

Randal Pinkett achieved victory and won the coveted title of Apprentice and now works for Donald Trump. Randal shared his thoughts on the show, what it?s like to work for the Donald and the heartbreak he endured in the midst of the process. He also shares his vision for uplifting communities and giving back. JE: [...]

Location, location, and location alone would guarantee success for any decent hotel, but the Park Hyatt Los Angeles offers far more than your average night’s stay. Enviably situated near the affluent Century City, Beverly Hills, and West Hollywood neighborhoods, the Park Hyatt Los Angeles also boasts luxury accommodations, grand views, world-class cuisine, and a revelatory [...]

Have you found the mythical realm of Xanadu or are you steps away from the hubbub of West Hollywood? Well, a little bit of both, if you’re at the Kara spa, located in the Park Hyatt Los Angeles. This Asian-influenced oasis promises the ultimate in privacy and pampering, and it has a full roster of [...]