February 20th, 2015 at 8:00 am
A new trend in camping is making its way across Southern California. Inspired by the spirit of adventure, Autocamp offers a rejuvenated style of camping. Some may even call it “glamping.”
If you’re unfamiliar with the glamping trend, it’s a movement that’s caught fire with people who love the great outdoors, but don’t love the work that goes along with camping. When you’re glamping, you don’t have to pitch a tent, pack up cooking utensils, or build a fire. Instead, glampers are provided all the luxury amenities they should need for outdoor living. Some glamping sites are in luxury tents, treehouses, or an Airstream trailer. Think of glamping as a fusion of luxury, glamour, and camping. Unlike a hotel, glamping is still located in a more rural setting, and visitors are still offered the camping experience.
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February 19th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
With more international home buyers than ever before and Southern California as a destination of choice, there’s no denying that overseas buyers will affect the local real estate market.
A report from the National Association of Realtors estimated that $92.2 billion was spent by the international market. This is an increase from $68.2 billion in the previous period. California is one of the four states that accounted for the majority of total reported purchases. Los Angeles and Irvine properties remain popular with the international community.
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February 19th, 2015 at 12:00 pm
Author: Nate Chapnick
Photo: Courtesy of Bentley
Information provided by: Riviera San Diego
There’s nothing more opulent or authentically luxurious than Bentley’s flagship sedan, the Mulsanne. This storied automobile set the world standard by which all other luxury vehicles are judged when its most modern iteration debuted back in 2010. Never content with accepting the status quo, Bentley engineers went back to the design table to create an even more exclusive version of their super saloon. Their creation, the 2016 Mulsanne Speed, brings never-before-seen levels of performance and styling to the ultraluxury sedan segment.
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February 19th, 2015 at 10:00 am
Some call Feb. 19, the start of Chinese New Year 2015, the Year of the Sheep. Others call it the Year of the Goat. One way to get around the issue is to call it the Spring Festival, the literal translation of the modern Chinese name.
The turn of the Chinese calendar is celebrated in Asian communities around the world with varying customs and traditions. Streets-long parades, firecrackers to frighten away mythical crop-eating beasts, and burning incense to usher in good fortune are among the activities you’ll find at Chinese New Year events throughout Southern California.
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February 18th, 2015 at 2:00 pm
What:
Bike your way into the heart of Santa Barbara’s wine country. Your group is picked up from your prearranged meeting location and shuttled to the Santa Ynez Valley. From there, the ride departs and heads toward the Foxen Canyon Trail or Santa Rita Hills. You’ll see sweeping views of stunning vineyards and ranch lands. A typical ride includes two stops at local wineries.
Where:
32 E. Haley St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
When:
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