January 23rd, 2015 at 9:30 am
This Valentine’s Day (or the day after), get intimate with your sweetie and 46 other romantic souls on a round-trip coastal train ride aboard the magnificently restored 1956 Silver Splendor Vista Dome.
South Coast Railroad Museum is hosting the six-hour private round trip between Amtrak’s Santa Barbara/Goleta stations and San Luis Obispo. Just sit back with your beloved, relax, and enjoy the classic Vista Dome experience, featuring 360-degree views along this beautiful and historic stretch of California coastline. Vista Dome cars are famous for their graceful, glass-enclosed rooftop observation rooms, which provide unparalleled scenic views in all directions. The experience is described as being like a bird in flight, gliding effortlessly just above the coastal bluffs.
The trip is limited to 48 passengers, guaranteeing spots in the 24-seat dome for half the excursion. Those making early reservations have first choice of riding in the dome during the north- or south-bound segments.
Built by the Budd Co. in 1956 as Chicago, Burlington & Quincy No. 4735, the stainless-steel car raced between Chicago and Denver daily until 1980, the last nine years under Amtrak ownership. Originally named Silver Buckle, she was part of the last two complete conventional train sets to be ordered new in the pre-Amtrak era, traveling more than 4.5 million miles.
Passions are sure to run high on this splendid Valentine’s-themed train trip, so conduct yourself accordingly!
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January 23rd, 2015 at 9:00 am
Nothing quite says adventure like spending your day riding around in a Jeep. Whether you’re a Ventura County resident or a tourist, plan a day to soak up the sun and the history of Ojai on an open-air Jeep tour. Ojai is about 90 miles northwest of Los Angeles, making it the perfect daytrip destination for Angelinos. Several Jeep tours are available in Ojai, but if you’re staying at a hotel, Cloud Climbers Jeep Tours may be your best bet. The service provides door-to-door service from all area hotels.
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January 23rd, 2015 at 8:30 am
Author: Shannon Adducci, Amanda Friedman, and Roopika Malhotra
Photo: Courtesy of the Brands
Information provided by: Angeleno
Gucci’s Rodeo Drive store gets a face-lift; Piaget and DSquared2 open their first L.A. boutiques; Krigler’s West Coast spot debuts.
Beverly Hills’ most famous street already has a posh reputation, but recent store openings and renovations have given Rodeo Drive an even glossier sheen. Case in point: the reopening of Gucci’s L.A. flagship. The Italian luxury goods brand has been a mainstay of the street for more than four decades (it first opened in 1968), and Creative Director Frida Giannini looked to both the past and future to redo the 22,000-square-foot space, working with architects to create a vintage-esque brass-rod exterior and installing a massive, two-story LED wall with 3-D animation to showcase seasonal collections. During the private cocktail party held in October to fete the reopening, the screen was lit with video images of artist Kris Knights’ Flora prints, which he designed in collaboration with Giannini for the new cruise collection. Meanwhile, guests like Charlotte Casiraghi, Eva Chow and Lapo Elkann gathered on the new wraparound terrace adjacent to the shop’s third floor, which is now dedicated to red-carpet dressing. To celebrate the revamp, Gucci also introduced an exclusive, limited-edition style of its iconic Jackie bag—another wink to the brand’s past. 347 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.278.3451 –SA
OUT OF THE BOX
Nearly 20 years after founding Italian fashion brand DSquared2, brothers Dean and Dan Caten have chosen Rodeo Drive as the location for their first-ever United States store. The two-story boutique carries the entire DSquared2 collection, including signature men’s suits and tuxedos procured by Isaia (from $1,200) and a capsule line of Old Hollywood-inspired cocktail and evening gowns ($800). “L.A. has made us feel so welcome,” says Dean. Adds Dan, “From the operative opening to the party, everything was in the right place, surrounded by the proper atmosphere!” We agree. 461 N. Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, 310.888.0117 –AF
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January 22nd, 2015 at 2:00 pm
Leaky faucets are a common problem in the homeowner world. Before you call the plumber in for any major repairs, try fixing the faucet on your own with these easy-to-follow instructions.
January 22nd, 2015 at 12:00 pm
It’s that super time of year again, when two teams of modern gladiators combat for the ultimate sports bragging right: Super Bowl Champion. Only one team will hoist aloft the vaunted Lombardi Trophy, but they won’t get there unless they load up on their hometown’s favorite foods.
If you’re planning your Super Bowl party early, you might want to consider some of these fabulous feasts for your dining pleasure.
Perennial favorites New England Patriots find themselves once again in the national spotlight at the Super Bowl. If you want to share a bit of hometown flavor at your revelry, think about adding some Boston clam chowder to the mix, and some of Beantown’s world-famous legumes are an always-delightful addition to the fare of any party.
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