Palm Springs is a city built on passionate getaways and amorous retreats. From the boutique hotels and spas to desert adventures, there’s never a shortage of dreamy activities to work up your appetite. And when the sun sets? Well, then it’s time to search out some of the most romantic restaurants in Palm Springs. And […]
The days of the civil defense siren seemed so distant just a few months ago. Yet, Los Angeles mornings once erupted with the haunting wail of these sirens regularly. And their final collective scream wasn’t as long ago as it may seem. Today, Los Angeles’s Cold War-era air raid sirens still stand sentinel across the […]
Though it’s been under construction since 2015, California’s high speed rail still seems like an outrageous fantasy. If you somehow missed it, California’s bullet train aims to connect San Francisco to Anaheim and then, eventually, San Diego. It’s a plan every bit as ambitious as it is costly. With the bullet train hitting speeds of […]
Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley are among the hottest vacation destinations for Californians and, let’s face it, the rest of America. Just consider the resorts, boutique hotels, gourmet restaurants, sporting tournaments, and film and music festivals. Needless to say, the city is often flooded with revelers from across the globe. But what is it […]
You may have heard that P22, Griffith Park’s sole mountain lion, was spotted near Echo Park last week. If you’re just moving to Los Angeles, the idea of mountain lions roaming neighborhoods likely disturbs you. We should point out that P22, a celebrity in a city of celebrities, was probably just searching for a mate. […]
Las Vegas is a very visual city. Historically, the glittering mecca’s built-in notoriety has overshadowed conversations about almost anything else. Yet, Las Vegas’s contributions to the art world are gaining more attention. Dig beneath the neon and you’ll find… more neon. But it’s neon with an artistic message and thought-provoking themes. Las Vegas really excels […]
Think the best hiking trails Las Vegas has to offer are Fremont Street and Sahara Avenue? It may be time for you to get out of the city. Fortunately, there is no shortage of outdoor activities in Las Vegas and its surrounding areas. Most of these require at least a bit of hiking, though you […]
Gas prices in Los Angeles have been skyrocketing blood pressure for as long as most of us can remember. But just last week, our lofty gas prices hit a new milestone and it’s not a cause for celebration. That’s because, for the first time in LA history, gas prices are averaging over $5-a-gallon. Frankly, we’re […]
Looking to make your next trip to Palm Springs special? You owe it to yourself to check into at least one boutique hotel in Palm Springs in your lifetime. Some of you may be asking yourself, “What exactly constitutes a boutique hotel?” The term lacks a solid definition, but there are a few factors you […]
You know the pandemic cabin fever is bad when even Amazon wants you to leave your house. Now, the titan of e-commerce is taking it to the old school by offering their take on the brick-and-mortar experience. And it’s shaping up to be every bit the ultra-modern Amazon experience you would expect. Curious about what […]
