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Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill opens in Studio City

By on May 21, 2012

I have to admit that I hadn’t heard of Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill until I attended a pre-party at their newest location in Studio City. Guess what? I’m their newest fan! Sammy’s started out in 1989 in La Jolla and now boasts  18 locations throughout So. Cal and Nevada. Sammy’s in Studio City has [...]

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Glendale Galleria Disney Store’s Grand Opening

By on May 8, 2012

Need a Disneyland fix but can’t afford theme park prices? Head to one of the newly designed Disney stores for some fun! My daughter and I attended the grand-opening of the Glendale Galleria’s redesigned Disney Store last weekend. The new store is beautiful! You can’t help to have a “wow” moment as you walk through [...]

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Guest Post: Saving Money in San Diego With Your Family

By on March 17, 2012

Are you planning a trip to San Diego California anytime soon? Here are just a few hot tips on some free things to do while you are visiting! If you visit museums and attractions on the right day you could enter for a great discount and often times for FREE! Here are just a few [...]

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Let the Memories Begin at Disney Parks!

By on February 18, 2012

Throughout 2012, Disney Parks is encouraging guests to “Let the Memories Begin.” A visit to Disneyland Resort could include a memory-making, 24-hour Leap Year adventure in Disneyland park, which will remain open “One More Disney Day“ from 6 a.m. Feb. 29th to 6 a.m. March 1st (entry valid with regular admission ticket). Guests may also [...]

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Free February Sundays at Santa Monica Pier Aquarium – Courtesy of Cirque du Soleil

By on February 5, 2012

Just when I thought you couldn’t get any cooler… thanks Cirque du Soleil! Not only are you one of the most creative circuses and inspiring shows ever, but now you are treating us to free visits with the kids to the Aquarium. Well done! As partners in promoting community education, the Heal the Bay’s Santa Monica [...]

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Review: OVO by Cirque Du Soleil at the Santa Monica Pier

By on February 1, 2012

Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO is in town! The high energy show is here for a limited engagement under the Grand Chapiteau (Big Top) at Santa Monica Pier. I attended OVO and it is awesome! Each Cirque De Soleil show has it’s unique theme coupled with the exciting, entertaining acts that makes Cirque so amazing. The [...]

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Out & About in So. Cal: Paramount Ranch

By on January 4, 2012

We love getting away from the city and finding hidden gems! I couldn’ think of a better location than one that is a part of American movie history. Paramount Ranch is located in the Santa Monica Mountains in Augora Hills. The old movie ranch is 750 acres and we were excited to check it out. [...]

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Local Family Adventure: Downtown L.A.

By on December 16, 2011

I often dream about traveling to far off distant places but traveling hasn’t been a reality for us lately. Traveling is expensive and takes tons of planning now that we have a daughter. Fortunately, our own “backyard” offers tiny adventures waiting to be explored. There’s more to the Los Angeles area than amusement parks (don’t [...]

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Orange County Holiday Dinner & Spa Experience

By on December 14, 2011
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Whether you are a local or thinking of visiting for the holidays, put the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa on your list. It is located in beautiful Orange County, right across the street from Fashion Island Shopping Center (should you have any last minute shopping to do!). Myself and three other lucky ladies were [...]

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Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market for Holiday Entertaining

By on December 11, 2011

Yesterday, Tee and I went to an event, hosted by Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, on the Queen Mary. The Queen Mary was a fabulous venue to host an event centered around holiday entertaining. We enjoyed sweeping views of a modern downtown Long Beach skyline, contrasting to the vintage decor on-board the Queen Mary. Fresh [...]

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