Before the 1970’s cava was known as Spanish Champagne, that was before the E.U ruled that only wine produced in that specific area of Champagne in France could go by the name. It all started in the 1870’s, with a healthy intention of producing a sparkling wine to rival the French champagne but grown on Spanish [...] read more»

If you’re looking for a place that sells some top notch wine & liquor, while offering the kind of personal service that is rather rare these days…look no further than Aligra Wine & Spirits. This fall they are also offering a luxurious trip to Chile & Argentina. 1. What interested you in having your own business? [...] read more»

As a native-born son, I enjoy walking around the different neighborhoods of San Francisco with 40 hills and bay views. Each has its own personality. But I’m not the only one who loves the streets of this city. The city is the most “walkable” in the nation, according to rankings released by WalkScore.com, a [...] read more»

Riverdene Lodge, is situated at the world renowned Shamwari Private Game Reserve near Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It has been voted the best game reserve in South Africa for ten consecutive years. Riverdene Lodge provides a resort for families, with its newly renovated accommodation and its educational activities for children. By mid-July 2008, Riverdene Lodge [...] read more»

The big green thing you see in major US cities soon isn’t “The Incredible Hulk.” Because Starwood Hotels and Resorts Worldwide just announced it’s introducing a new green hotel chain. Element is opening its first hotel in Lexington, Massachusetts, with others soon Irving and Houston, TX, plus Las Vegas, NV. read more»

Quinto do Monte Hotel is 5* luxury surrounded by heavenly gardens in the Village of Monte in Madeira. With its wonderful climate stunning views and UNESCO protected areas this gorgeous little historical Manor Hotel has charmed the rich and famous for generations. For sub-tropical gardens, exquisite views and with Funchal City Centre only minutes away [...] read more»

Now, there’s a different kind of dealer on the Las Vegas Strip. Lamborghini Las Vegas just announced the launch of a multi-billion dollar venture at the The Palazzo Resort Hotel and Casiono, bringing together five distinct Lamborghini properties — a car dealership, an exotic sports car gallery, a café, a retail boutique, and Dal [...] read more»

La Pleta has put together one fun food-foraging package, where the lucky participants are guided by a local expert on three, half-day tours through the Val d’Aran forest in the Spanish Pyrenees, learning how and where to pick the best mushrooms, berries and snails. Each night you will enjoy a magnificent dinner with the delicacies [...] read more»