February 12th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
When it comes to real estate in Southern California, it isn’t just the local residents who are looking for the best properties and deals. International homebuyers are becoming more prominent in our area, and play an important role in the continued economic growth and stimulation of the housing market.
According to a recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) study, Los Angeles is the top city searched by international consumers. These prospective buyers are flocking to California from all over the globe, including Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia, Brazil, Germany, Japan, Korea, China, and Ireland, to name a few.
What attracts international homebuyers?
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February 12th, 2015 at 12:00 pm
Author: Aaron Epstein
Photo: Robert Benson
Information provided by: Riviera
Until recently, if you ordered a glass of California wine at a hip Brooklyn restaurant like Roberta’s, it was sure to be from points north of San Diego. But thanks to husband-and-wife winemakers Chris Broomell and Alysha Stehly—and the acclaim that their joint venture, Vesper Vineyards, has garnered in publications from The Wall Street Journal to the San Francisco Chronicle—San Diego’s day in the sun has finally come. You may go to Roberta’s for the artisanal pizza, but you’ll stay for that delicate Vesper rosé.
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February 12th, 2015 at 10:00 am
With an astonishing wonderland of snow lining California’s mountains this season, it’s no surprise that many manufacturers of ski technology are taking advantage of the new developments in winter sports equipment that makes your trip to the slopes safer and more fun.
For those who will brave the chilly conditions that aren’t usually found on the sunny beaches of Southern California, a number of new products will warm and protect you from the immensely fun yet bone-chillingly cold conditions it takes to have a truly awesome winter vacation. If you’re heading out this season, check out these great products before you go:
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February 11th, 2015 at 10:00 am
What:
If a sense of wanderlust has overtaken you, head to the Los Angeles Travel & Adventure show this month. You’ll find great deals, sweepstakes opportunities, and entertainment. The event is sponsored by Los Angeles Magazine and features experts like Rick Steves, Samantha Brown, Pauline Frommer, Peter Greenberg, and Phil Keoghan of “The Amazing Race.”
Where:
Long Beach Convention Center
300 East Ocean Blvd.
Long Beach, CA 90802
When:
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February 10th, 2015 at 4:00 pm
What:
Celebrate the rich diversity of African-American and African cultures at Aquarium of the Pacific’s 13th annual African-American Festival. The two-day event honoring Black History Month features live entertainment, arts and crafts, ethnic food, and other events the entire family can enjoy. Festival performers include Mardi Gras second-line dancers, hip-hop and break dancers, tap dancers, jazz musicians, interactive drum circles, West African dancers, and storytellers.
Save time to get immersed in the aquarium, whose admission price includes the festival both days.
Where:
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
When:
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