By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman unless otherwise indicated.) The Hollywood Downtowner Inn is designed for their guest’s enjoyment as most of the rooms face the pool. It is refreshing to look out at the trees, flowers and greenery from the window or balcony. There are hide-a-ways to sit[...]
(Photos by Luxe City Center Hotel) The Luxe City Center Hotel is like a jewel in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. With the attitude that only the best is good enough for their guests, the Luxe City Center is a luxury boutique hotel dedicated to their guest’s comfort and[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman I heard about the famous spas in Riviera Maya, their exotic treatments and ancient remedies. The Ceiba del Mar Beach & Spa Resort not only offers a wide variety of wellness treatments, but their tropical setting is like a scene in a movie. Pampering is what[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman The charming little village of Grindelwald offers a close-up view of life in the Alps. I have traveled for 29 years but had not thought of spending time with cows! We were invited on a tour to visit a dairy farm to experience how cheese was[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman) Walking into the eerie atmosphere inside the Klein Matterhorn’s Glacier Palace was startling as we stood 49 feet below the surface of the glacier. A rubber floor mat protected visitors from the icy floor while the handrail made the trek easier. Frozen, solid[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Courtyard by Marriott) Visiting the Courtyard by Marriott, in Escondido, at the Los Angeles Airport, was so pleasant and very different from the other hotels. I have stayed at the luxury Marriott resorts and was surprised to find the Courtyard by Marriott. The Courtyard is[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman) Executive Chef/ Partner Brandon Boudet explained, “We like to refer to our cuisine as Updated Italian American food. Little Doms definitely has its Italian influence. We have a wonderful wood burning oven which gets up to 800 degrees, a great tool to roast[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman unless indicated.) Sandro Reinhardt, Cheebo’s Co-Owner/ Executive Chef, discussed his philosophy, “After a day at the restaurant, I want to sleep at night knowing that I have fed people healthy food. All of my meats are grass-fed, with no hormones, antibiotics or nitrates.[...]
By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Tam O’Shanter Restaurant unless indicated.) I enjoy dining at restaurants that have been in business for a long time because there is a feeling of confidence when dining. The Tam O’Shanter Restaurant opened in June 26, 1922, as the Montgomery Country Inn, in Los Angeles.[...]
Jacob Jurado, co-owner of the Los Feliz Lodge explained, “Since the Los Feliz Lodge was built in the 1920’s near the silent films studios, many people who were involved with the film studios lived here. Later Ken Kesey, the author of “One Flew over the Cuckoo’s Nest, visited often.” Walking[...]
