by élite Magazine | Jun 27, 2022 | Great Escape
SYCAMORE MINERAL SPRINGS RESORT AVILA BEACH, SAN LUIS OBISPO With one road in and one road out, Avila Beach is a pretty unique place to visit. With its boutique surf shops, amazing dining, breathtaking beaches and activities for everyone, you’ll be glad you stopped by...
by Linda & Moe Hafizi | Mar 23, 2021 | Great Escape
A Weekend in the Beautiful Santa Ynez Valley The Santa Ynez Valley is home to six towns: Ballard, Buellton, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Solvang and Santa Ynez. It features more than 100 wineries, 30+ unique accommodations for every price point, chef-driven cuisine, and...
by élite Magazine | Nov 23, 2020 | Great Escape
Excerpts from Secret Los Angeles: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure These excerpts are taken from Secret Los Angeles: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure by Danny Jensen. Jensen is also the co-author of 100 Things to Do in Los Angeles Before You...
by Arnold Bryant | Nov 25, 2019 | Great Escape
Great Escape: Santa Monica Located nearly 30 miles south of the Santa Clarita Valley sits Santa Monica, a fabulous beach town known for its bustling nightlife, delicious eateries and stellar hotels for your enjoyment. Santa Monica is just far enough away for you to...
by Arnold Bryant | Sep 23, 2019 | Great Escape
A Great Escape to LOS ANGELES Los Angeles is a place rich with vibrant cultures, booming nightlife, and world class food options that will satisfy any craving. People from all over the world flock here to see the sights, find opportunities and have an experience of a...
by élite Magazine | Jul 21, 2019 | Great Escape
Post Ranch Inn – Big Sur High atop the cliffs of Big Sur, 1200 feet above the Pacific Ocean, sits Post Ranch Inn, a sanctuary for the soul. Located along California’s Highway One, known as one of the world’s most scenic drives, Post Ranch is set amongst majestic...
by Eve Bushman | Jul 19, 2019 | Great Escape
Discovering Spain’s Number One Monastery Turned Hotel, Winery and Spa: Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine When I was invited to visit a winery in Spain, I didn’t hesitate. Why travel thousands of miles for one winery? Because Abadía Retuerta LeDomaine isn’t just a winery....
by élite Magazine | May 24, 2019 | Great Escape
The Ultimate “Joy” Ride élite Magazine was recently invited for a sneak peek of the Norwegian Cruise Lines Norwegian Joy after she went through a $50 million ultimate refurbishment. Norwegian Joy recently relocated to the United States, and begins with a season of...
by Arnold Bryant | May 24, 2019 | Great Escape
Glamping Edition Summer is here and as we prepare for the much-needed warmer weather we know that families and friends are coming together to plan awesome summer fun for everyone. As you all may know it is always a great idea to go camping! There’s something about...
by élite Magazine | Mar 25, 2019 | Great Escape |
An Adventure Awaits In Paso Robles Located halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, Paso Robles mixes the fun-loving energy of Southern California with Northern California’s sophistication and innovation. With more than 200 wineries and 40,000 vineyard acres, as...
by Arnold Bryant | Jan 31, 2019 | Bridal, Great Escape |
Great Escape: Bachelor/Bachelorette Edition! You’ve been asked to be the maid of honor or best man and you know the groom/bride-to-be is not one for the traditional debauchery of a bachelor/bachelorette party. What are you to do? Pinterest is always a good idea but...
by élite Magazine | Nov 26, 2018 | Great Escape |
Excerpts from the book: 100 THINGS TO DO IN LOS ANGELES Before You Die From the beaches to the boulevards, Los Angeles is a sprawling city full of incredible food, culture, and places to explore. But whether you’re visiting L.A. or a longtime local, all of those...
