Merilee Kern
189 pieces, 315,363 words
Merilee Kern
Barton G. Miami Beach a Bodacious Night Out
Photo Courtesy of www.BartonG.com When one thinks of Miami, visions of sun-kissed surf, blue skies and warm sand indelibly (and rightfully) come to mind. Glorious year-ro…
Celebrity Sherri Shepherd & HealthyWage Partner to Pay $10,000 to Dieters Achieving Weight Loss Goal
Sherri Shepherd's second 'HealthyWager' initiative to again leverage the power and efficacy of financial incentives and expert-caliber support to spur extraordinary succe…
NBA Player Turned ‘Master Business Facilitator’ Now Bolstering Other Pro-Athletes Post-Career Business Plays
From NBA baller to business master: Iconic all-time NBA player and former U.S. Olympian, Charles Smith, parlaying pro-sport paradigms to help transitioning athletes—and C…
Rave-Worthy Valentine’s Day Gifts
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, many are scrambling to shop for that perfect gift for all the ones they hold so dear. Amid the time crunch, below is a quick…
Sweetheart Slimdown: 3 Reasons It's a 'Sweet Idea' to Diet as a Duo
HealthyWage.com’s ‘It Takes 2’ Jackpot Challenge to pay duos $5,000 cash for losing a combined 6% of unwanted weight It’s been well-proven that “social dieting” makes wei…
The Biltmore Hotel Miami Celebrates 95th Anniversary
Photo Courtesy of The Biltmore Hotel What do Oprah Winfrey, Magic Johnson, Presidents Clinton, Eisenhower and Joe Biden and the Duke and Duchess of Windsor have in common…
Wellness Finds for a Better New Year
It’s a brave New Year and with it comes a variety of new and exciting ways to stay healthy and improve our self-care regimes. Here are a few innovations worthy of conside…
Why Your Employee Approach Can Undermine Business Success
Expert’s game changing performance management strategy a boon for business owners, department heads and human resource managers If you want to be the best and grow your b…
#VegHead Community Unites to Gift Nutritious ‘Veggies Made Great’ to Health Care Workers Nationwide
::: Throughout May 2020, industry-leading plant-based foods purveyor ‘Veggies Made Great’ is galvanizing its base to nominate health care workers to receive free supply o…
10 Savvy Valentine’s Day Gifts & Gets
Photo Courtesy 1849 Wine Company If you’re thoughts are turning to shopping as Valentine’s Day looms large, you’re certainly not alone. According to the National Retail F…
10 Ways UVC Light Tech Can Safeguard Health & Wellness
Germicidal Ultraviolet-C (UVC) light surface and air sanitation + purification innovations can effectively eradicate harmful viruses, bacteria, pathogens and microorganis…
16 ‘Hot for Summer’ Solutions
Courtesy of California Cowboy After a long and arduous winter and spring season largely spent “sheltering in place,” many are eager for the summer months ahead to make up…
3 Smart Virus Avoidance Solutions
Courtesy of CureUV.com With all of the legitimate concern around the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), consumers are scrambling for viable solutions to keep themselves…
5 'Rehydration' & Sport Beverage Red Flags
Expert debunks myths, cites warning signs and offers science-based truths helping buyers beware bogus water & other rehydration/performance-focused beverage claims Courte…
5 Digital Transformation-Driven Cybersecurity Considerations
Security Strategies: Enhanced post-pandemic preparedness as digital communication dependency escalates On their road to recovery from the pandemic, businesses face unique…
5 Dynamite San Diego Destinations for Spring & Summer
Photo Courtesy of San Diego Mission Bay Resort If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably started your Spring Break and even summer vacation planning to ensure availabil…
5 Reasons the BMW Performance Center West is a Travel Itinerary Imperative
Photo courtesy BMW Performance Center West With the travel and tourism sector having taken a gut punch this year amid coronavirus concerns, many are seeking new and innov…
6 Negotiating Tactics for Fast Growth-Minded Businesses
In business, it would be difficult if not impossible to achieve a notable measure of success without having inked a significant number of agreements with other parties—mo…
6 Ways to Make Back-to-College Better
It’s about that time for our co-eds to head toward, or back to, University life—whether that be an on-campus dorm or off-campus dwelling. Whichever the case, here are a f…
Africa Travel Do’s & Don’ts Amid COVID-19
As COVID-19 wreaks havoc across the globe, tourism-dependent regions are suffering exponentially. The continent of Africa is one glaring example, with South Africa propel…
Anonymous LLC Demand Accelerates as Business Owners Pursue Privacy Protection in the Information Age
Today’s business landscape is becoming increasingly fluid, with more people than ever owning and operating professional enterprises—whether as their main occupation, a “s…
Author Reveals Essential Tools for Realizing Healthy Relationships
What differentiates a healthy relationship from an unhealthy one? And how are the foundations for each of those laid? Whether referring to romantic relationships, platoni…
Bite Into This Brazilian Twist on the Ham & Cheese Melt
Photo Credit Forno de Minas These are unusual times which, on the desperately needed upside, are giving us more opportunity to spend time with our families—and this inclu…
Business Turnaround Expert Cites Keys to a COVID-19 Comeback
Courtesy of ACM Capital Partners The September 11th attacks. The Great Recession. The COVID-19 pandemic. All three of these seismic and tragic events have resulted in hea…
Celiac Awareness Month: New Line of Gluten-Free Meals Available
Photo Copyright Mikey’s LLC New York, N.Y. What do Chelsea Clinton, Actors Ryan Phillippe and Billy Bob Thornton, Singers Victoria Beckham and Jessica Simpson, and NFL al…
Centric Fitness Apparel’s Revolutionary Wearable Technology
Leading-edge workout wear brand uniquely combines fabric technology and intentional engineering with the psychology of color to maximize design, functionality and athleti…
Eighteen Great Ways to Impress Mom this Mother’s Day
Photo Copyright Tristar Products, Inc. New York, N.Y. Perhaps this Mother’s Day more than any is an important time to let the moms in your life know just how much each me…
Empower Cocktails Launches Ladies-Focused Spirits Line
::: The Empower Cosmopolitan Martini beverage launches to wet the whistle of spirits-savvy women ::: Photos Courtesy of Empower Cocktails The distilled drink industry is…
Executives Impart ‘What it Takes’ to Lead in Today’s Business Landscape
It’s fairly indisputable that a prospering company or organization wouldn’t be enjoying any notable measure of success without highly effective leadership. Potent leaders…
Father’s Day Finds Dads Will Adore
Photo Copyright Stealth Although Father’s Day is on fast and furious approach, finding that perfect gift for dear ‘ole dad can be even more of a challenge as many endeavo…
Folios Cheese Wraps Roll Out 3 All-Cheese, All-Natural Flavors
::: Folios Cheese Wraps Jarlsberg, Parmesan and Cheddar varieties trump traditional selections with gluten-free, lactose-free and low-carb options that are a keto dieter’…
Inspirational, Motivational and Aspirational ‘Black Skin Deep’ Podcast Launches Reaffirming #BlackLivesMatter
For the throngs of small businesses, entrepreneurs and other professionals who’ve experienced race-based obstacles, industry leading dermatologist Dr. Milton D. Moore has…
Nation’s Largest Ghost Tour ‘Nightly Spirits’ Helps Local Restaurant Scenes
::: Haunted tour operator welcomes back guests for nightly thrills ::: Copyright Nightly Spirits After months of “going dark” on hiatus amid the COVID-19 health crisis th…
Noteworthy Ways to Enhance Autumn Life
With the fall season ushering in fresh cool breezes, mother nature in spectacular display and all things pumpkin spice, it also presents an array of seasonal shopping opp…
Post Pandemic Meltdown: Gamified Dieting Success Rates, Sign-ups Surge Amid ‘Quarantine 15’ Concerns
Success rates skyrocket among pandemic-era dieters vying for huge cash rewards with HealthyWage, with many winning thousands for their pound shedding achievement Let’s fa…
Problem Solving Summer Solutions
Summer always ushers in its own unique tempo, but this season is decidedly unlike any other. Despite—or perhaps because of—the challenges, many are seeking ways to ease a…
Science-Driven Sleep Tech Driving Extreme Industry Advancements
Intellibed’s leading edge Sleep Genius Smart Base technology, coupled with their technologically-advanced Gel Matrix mattresses, provides a scientifically engineered and…
Shipping Containers Poised to Solve COVID-19 Hospital Housing Shortage
::: To efficiently and effectively resolve hospital bed and hospital staff housing deficits nationwide, cargo architecture firm Three Squared designs two custom-outfitted…
Smile-Inducing Holiday Gifts Wrapping a Tough 2020
It would be a profound understatement to say that 2020 has been a tumultuous and chaotic year. For all too many, it has been downright devastating. Despite the doldrums,…
Social CBD Launches #NaturallyNicer Gummy Line
Photo courtesy of www.SocialCBD.com One need only Google “CBD Gummies” to realize that, based on the staggering 9,570,000 results delivered for that specific search strin…
Ten Ways to Be ‘Water Wise’ (Even While Sheltering in Place)
Water 101: Guidance from the CDC, USDA, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and other top-tier experts and physicians on proper hydration, dehydration avoidance New York,…
Three Key Keto Diet Challenges … Solved!
Experts address top 3 keto diet problems, provide solutions for each Health puzzle concept New York, N.Y. Embracing a new diet can be tricky at first. You’re changing the…
TV Personality Melissa Rycroft Reveals Health ‘Reality’
Photo Copyright Starpower LLC Many know Melissa Rycroft as a former Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader turned prior contestant on the ABC’s “ The Bachelor” TV show, and as a fier…
‘5th & Sky’ Rooftop Gardens & Lounge Delights Atop Downtown San Diego
Image Courtesy of Theatre Box San Diego Often when I’m out-and-about in downtown San Diego’s famed Gaslamp Quarter, I’m indelibly drawn to Theatre Box—a 73,000-square-foo…
‘Princess Diana: the Musical’ Playing in Theaters Across U.S.
Photo Courtesy of JMRProductions.com With July 29 th having marked the 38 th anniversary of the marriage between Princess Diana and Prince Charles, it’s a poignant remind…
‘Something for Everyone’ Holiday Gift Guide 2019
*** Spoiler alert: includes a free giveaway chance to win a $770 Swagtron eBike on Instagram @LuxeListReviews *** Courtesy of RoboTemi.com If you’re anything like me—a sa…
11 Marvelous Mother’s Day Gift Ideas
Courtesy of NOVICA Mother’s Day is on fast approach, and this year’s holiday is poised to bring in the motherload. This as a National Retail Federation survey forecasts t…
11 Trendy Non-Traditional Valentine’s Day Gifts & Gets
Courtesy of Zumer Sport Valentine’s Day is on fast approach, which means it’s time to ready our hearts, minds and wallets for the groundswell ahead. Relative to gifting f…
14 Sure-Fire Father’s Day Gifts
Photo Courtesy of Viotek With last year’s Father’s Day gift-related spending predicted at a record-breaking $15.3 billion, according to the National Retail Federation , t…
14 Travel Options That’ll Spoil You Superbly
Courtesy Fairmont Hotels With America having suffered a pretty harsh winter from coast to coast, would-be wanderers are rejoicing as the weather warms and vacation venues…
3 Ways Analyzing Patent Trends Pays
Global IP strategist, JiNan Glasgow George, cites key reasons investors, inventors, entrepreneurs, companies and others oriented toward innovation should capitalize on IP…
3 Ways to Effectively Assess a Legal Cannabis Company to Mitigate Risk
How to scrutinize a legal cannabis company for utmost viability to best ensure your investment, partnership, employment or other engagement doesn’t ‘go up in smoke’ With…
4 Reasons Remote Telepractice Technology is Sparking a Speech Teletherapy Surge
Telepractice speech therapy for families and students blazing an exciting new trail in telehealth; Expert reveals how a novel online approach is ushering in a new era by…
5 Digital Diet Solutions for New Year Slimdown Success
Image Courtesy of www.HealthyWage.com With the 2019 CES show having debuted multiple diet-focused consumer technologies, including devices that analyze the gases in peopl…
5 Valentine’s Day Gifts for Gem & Jewel Aficionados
Photo Courtesy of Armitron Watches According to the National Retail Federation , among the estimated $19.6 billion Valentine's Day consumer spending last year alone (cour…
6 Smart Digital Health & Fitness Solutions
Photo Courtesy of www.HealthyWage.com With every holiday season comes a glut of, well, gluttony as we strive to make merry amid calorie-laden food and drink for weeks on…
6 Southwest Destinations Delivering Holiday Cheer
Courtesy of Renaissance Esmerelda Whether you’re planning to get you and yours out and about this holiday season, or are considering travel-oriented experiential gifts fo…
7 Growth Strategies Sure to Spur Fresh Success
Photo Courtesy of Merilee Kern Growth. All businesses and professionals should desire it and most certainly need it. But achieving and sustaining growth in today’s uber-c…
8 Style Finds for an Elevated Spring Season
Photo Courtesy FindURings.com As springtime rolls back around, so too does the opportunity for fresh beginnings as days stretch and the weather warms. With the season spu…
9 Easy Ways to Enhance Daily Life
Photo Courtesy of YI Technology It’s a fresh New Year and the perfect time to refresh our daily routines, courtesy of innovations in the consumer goods sector. With this…
9 Ways to Be Summer Savvy
Photo Courtesy of William Henry Ah, summer. Sun in our face, wind in our hair, flowing fashions and travel…lots and lots of travel! Such an eagerly anticipated and…
Dieters Funding Fab Vacations by Losing Lbs.
With spring break and summer travel planning looming, many are starting to sweat the imminent budget bump needed to make their hopeful getaway a reality. Helping alleviat…
Fall-Focused Excursions in SoCal
Image courtesy of www.VisitBuenaPark.com If you’re looking forward to a fun-filled October, fall season or holiday getaway but haven't decided on a destination, you shoul…
Fifteen Finds for a Fab Fall Season
Courtesy of Jura, Inc. Fall is here and you know what that means…new gear! Yep, from tech gadgets covering everything from kitchen to self-care, to beauty and welln…
Forno de Minas ‘Cheese Bread’ Pleasing Palates Across America
Photo Courtesy www.fornodeminas.com If you’re like me, no soirée is complete without fab food and drink and the more distinctive and memorable, the better. For this, perh…
Hostelworld Celebrates 20th Birthday with Epic Global Party Tour
Photo Courtesy Hostelworld With the likes of Mariah Carey and 50 Cent apparent fans of hostel travel—where low prices, shared accommodations and sociable common areas rei…
How to Reel in New Year’s Resolutions Gone Rogue
Inspirational titans, including pro athletes, executives and best-selling authors, chime in on how to re-energize your 2019 resolutions and keep career and life goals on…
Last Minute Holiday Gifts, Gets & Getaways
Courtesy of Time Life Like untold millions of others, amid the rapidly approaching holiday you may be frantically trying to find that perfect gift for someone special but…
Methodology Masters Healthy, Hand-Crafted Meals With Doorstep Delivery
Courtesy of Methodology.com As much as I love to cook, sometimes my busy schedule requires the assist of a food delivery service to keep me satiated and sane while going…
New Health Study Validates Popular Diet App's Cash Payout Paradigm
Findings uncover that social gamification + competition increases physical activity among overweight and obese adults—both key components of HealthyWage.com’s monetary re…
Opulent Luxuries Crystalizes Art of Gemstone Décor & Gifts
Photo Courtesy of Opulent Luxuries For those with their hearts and minds set on finding inimitable bespoke décor, housewares and custom-commissioned gifts that are mind-b…
Search for ‘America’s Longest Married Couple’ Underway
Photo Courtesy of Karen Sokolof Javitch To celebrate someone’s birthdate pretty much anyone can belt out the “Happy Birthday” song, but what to sing in celebration of a c…
Tasty Twists on Holiday Classic: Forno de Minas ‘Brazilian Cheese Bread’
New York, N.Y. Looking to add a little pizazz to your palate this holiday? Look no further than Forno de Minas the international brand behind the authentic Pão de Queijo…
The Superstar Paradox: 5 Reasons Overachievers Miss the Mark
How overachievers can stop sabotaging their own success—or level of satisfaction after attaining superstar status Photo Courtesy of www.KerenEldad.com In today’s fast-pac…
Water War: SOS Rehydrate Resets Sector Standards
Science-forward rapid rehydration formula a quick fix for improving physical performance, boosting stamina and fighting fatigue amid exercise, work, travel, illness or pa…
Americans Gain Easier & Expanded Access to Premium Dutch Cheeses
Photo Courtesy Royal FrieslandCampina Cheese-loving turophiles and wine-loving oenophiles can rejoice amid the recent announcement that global dairy giant Dutch Royal Fri…
Autobiography Turned Film: Defying the Odds, Forgotten Boy Triumphs
::: Hope for the Holidays: December 1 st digital release of the USA Today Best Selling Memoir, “A Chance in the World,” reveals how lauded global executive Steve Pemberto…
Conversation Marketing Hacks: 8 Ways to ‘Speak Human’ and Change the Game
New book reveals how companies can ‘make and maintain more meaningful, impactful and enduring connections within the marketplace, tell an authentic story, foster maximize…
Easy Ways to Improve Your Summer (and Beyond)
Courtesy VOXX International Corporation With summer temperatures lingering on the high end of the spectrum, many are still out and about enjoying the longer days and extr…
Easy Ways to Make Your Fall Season Better
Photo Copyright Sean Burke With summer in the rearview mirror, the consumer marketplace is a-buzz with brands eager to ease and enhance your fall season experience—and th…
Fab Fare and Frivolity at Barton G Los Angeles
::: Exclusive interview reveals nixed dish concept ‘too offensive’ to offer as well as a new menu item determined to make a debut ::: Photo Courtesy of Barton G When cons…
Five Frugal Wine Gifts Under $40
Photo Courtesy of The Dreaming Tree Wines If you’re wondering what to get the oenophile in your life this holiday season, there’s certainly no shortage of options—for bet…
Five Must-Visit Southwest Vacation Destinations
Photo Courtesy of www.ResortKonaKai.com Whether for a stress-relieving holiday getaway or vacation in the New Year, or for experiential gift-giving targeted to those on y…
Five Reasons to Attend the 2018 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival
Photo Courtesy of www.SanDiegoWineClassic.com San Diego, CA. With the San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival set to take the San Diego gastro-scene by storm for its 15th year…
Fox Restaurant Concepts Curating Culinary Devotees Across U.S.
Photo Courtesy of Fox Restaurant Concepts ::: How two of its highly popular eateries — Olive & Ivy and The Henry — will continue to surpass expectations in the Arizona ma…
Garden Lites Celebrates Fresh Culinary Approach with New Line
Photo Courtesy of Garden Lites. New York, N.Y. Amid the imminent New Year as throngs will collectively commit to eating more nutritiously, whether as part of a weight-los…
Grand Gift Ideas for a Holiday Shopping Head Start
Photo Courtesy of www.WilliamHenry.com With Black Friday and Cyber Monday looming, many are already strategizing how to take advantage of the throngs of deals and steals…
Havana 1920 Driving Cuban Cuisine Cravings in Downtown San Diego
Photo Courtesy Havana 1920_Copyright Elena Ruz San Diego tourists and locals, alike are hailing Havana 1920 , which opened its downtown doors in late 2017 in the city’s f…
Inspired Innovations Exemplifying Hot Tech Trends
Courtesy Rowkin LLC A fresh New Year is upon us, and with it comes an array of innovations across multiple consumer product categories and sectors—from audio to beauty, f…
Last Minute Holiday Gifts, Gets & Getaways
Photo Courtesy of Anova As much as holiday shopping is a thrill-filled function, it can also overwhelm amid the glut of retail marketing messages asserting deals, steals…
LottoGopher Sets ‘Site’ on Making Californians Millionaires
Courtesy LottoGopher.com Spring break and summer travel planning season is here, as throngs of people ready themselves for some well-earned, greatly needed R&R to reboot…
Marvelous Mother’s Day Gifts Under $100
Courtesy of MomBomb.org New York, N.Y. In 2017, the National Retail Federation’s annual survey forecasted that Americans would spend more than ever on Mother’s Day gifts,…
Mezé Greek Fusion Flying High in Downtown San Diego
Photo Courtesy of TheLuxeList.com Just a few short years ago, GBOD Hospitality, helmed by brothers Raymond and Patrick Davoudi, debuted Mezé Greek Fusion in the heart of…
Monkey King San Diego a Late-Night Chinese Dining Destination
Credit Jim Sullivan Photography San Diego’s famed Gaslamp Quarter is a bustling community filled with vibrant nightlife, which indubitably includes dining to die for. Ami…
North Italia Santa Monica Founded on Food with Integrity
Courtesy North Italia/Fox Restaurant Concepts Sometimes a restauranteur comes along who changes the game. Raises the bar. Ups the ante. That’s very much the case with Sam…
Original Soupman Reinforces NYC Roots, Delighting Locals, Travelers
Photo Courtesy of The Original Soupman. New York, N.Y. Ever since the phrase “No Soup For You!” was coined on the NBC sitcom “Seinfeld” back in the mid 90’s, The Original…
Resolution Realization: 7 Diet Apps for Slimdown Success in New Year
Courtesy of HealthyWage.com Even the most well-intentioned New Year’s Resolutions can quickly become nothing more than a fond memory without a solid plan in place to keep…
Savvy Valentine’s Day Gifts & Gets
Courtesy of William Henry Last year, the National Retail Federation reported spending for the Valentine’s Day holiday was expected to top $18.2 billion, which is an avera…
Stay and Play at Jamaica Bay Inn Marina del Rey
Photo Courtesy of TheLuxeList.com If your idea of a good vacation involves water as the prime attraction, then Marina del Rey is for you. Billed as Los Angeles’ “coastal…
STK LA a Must Do-or-Dine Destination
Photo Courtesy of STK Los Angeles When it comes to steakhouses, Los Angeles is a carnivore’s cornucopia. While the City of Angels is replete with meat-minded eateries, on…
STK Sizzles in San Diego’s Gaslamp District
Courtesy of The One Group Americans are hungry. How hungry? According to Progressive Grocer , total supermarket sales for 2017 neared a staggering $685 billion. Beyond th…
Surprising Way Customer-Centric Antifragility Helps Companies Safeguard Against Inevitable Future Uncertainties
::: How supply chains—and other organizational systems—can move beyond resiliency and achieve true ‘antifragility’ in order to meet modern challenges and expectations :::…
‘Pay-for-Pounds’ Contests Prompting Workplace Weight Loss
:::Four Key Marketing Strategies Helping Business Groups of all Sizes ‘Diet for Dollars’ to Boost Bottom Lines as Innovative Workplace Wellness Approach::: Courtesy of He…
‘WatchBox by Govberg’ App a Timely Father’s Day Find
Credit Govberg Watches In 2016, consumers spent an estimated $14.3 billion on gifts for Father's Day. Traditional gifts include things like power tools and sporting event…
11 Endearing Valentine’s Day Gifts & Gets
Courtesy Roseshire Luxury Rose Delivery Looking for that perfect Valentine’s Day gift that’s sure to charm the loved ones in your life? With so many options to choose fro…
5 Key ‘Make or Break’ Life Insurance Trends
Courtesy TheLuxeList.com New laws, emerging technology, fiscal uncertainty and changing marketplace perceptions are making big impacts on the life insurance industry, cha…
5 Problem-Solving Self-Care Solutions
Courtesy PrivateRX Ever on the hunt for consumer goods that solve ubiquitous annoyances, I’ve come across a selection of self-care solutions that can be of benefit during…
5 Reasons Sleep is Key for Success
Photo by Drew Gurian/Courtesy Nuvanna.com Sleep. All people need it, most crave it, but throngs of individuals do not get the kind of restorative and rehabilitative sleep…
5 Ways to Achieve & Sustain Your New Year’s Diet Resolution…Starting Now
Courtesy HealthyWage As health-seekers strategize their diet and fitness approach for the New Year, there are a few simple but key considerations that can make all the di…
7 Apps to Earn Extra Cash for the Holidays (and Beyond)
A mid the holiday season where budgets feel squeezed and pinched to the max, there's help in the form of cash-inducing apps! To help make the gift giving gauntlet easier…
7 Reasons Dining at Marina Kitchen San Diego Is a Must-Do
Courtesy Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina Destination-driven gourmands will do well to visit Marina Kitchen restaurant ensconced in the San Diego Marriott Marquis hotel.…
7 Useful Summer Solutions
A fter a long and chilly winter that lingered longer than many would prefer, summer is finally in full effect. Amid this seasonal shift it’s time to stock up on some gear…
8 Great Sweat-Busting Solutions
Product Innovations Reduce Profuse Sweating Problems Courtesy Summer Soles (www.SweatHelp.org) Today’s breed of product innovations help address an age-old, embarrassing…
8 Reasons Families Flock to Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort Phoenix
Courtesy Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort The city of Phoenix, Arizona’s capital, is located in the south-central part of the state at the midway point between Tucson in t…
9 Gift-Worthy Fall Finds
Courtesy Hisense While fall ushers in an array of annual delights, like cooler weather, gorgeous foliage, chunky sweaters, and pumpkin spice, it’s also an exciting time o…
Awesome Summer Solutions to Streamline Daily Life
Copyright EZVIZ, Inc Ah, summer… vacation time, R&R, and a reprieve (however slight) from the regular responsibilities of daily life. Even so, summer can still be a…
BANANA WAVE Bananamilk an ‘A-peeling’ Non-Dairy Option
Copyright Banana Wave_Fresh Start Beverage Company Move over almond, soy, coconut and other non-dairy milk alternatives….there’s a new and decidedly tasty milk subs…
BANKERS HILL Bar + Restaurant Embodies ‘Craft America Cooking’
Courtesy BANKERS HILL BAR + Restaurant There’s nothing I love more than finding tasty neighborhood nooks—eateries that, although ensconced in community digs somewhat off…
Bleu Bohème San Diego Enchants With Free-Spirited French Fare
E nsconced in San Diego’s delightful Kensington neighborhood, Bleu Bohème is a must-visit eatery for anyone in San Diego county seeking a one-of-a-kind, transcendent Fren…
Brunch Packs a Punch at Hundred Proof San Diego
Courtesy Hundred Proof What’s not to love about Sundays in San Diego? With gorgeous year-round weather beckoning folks to get out and about, no matter what your plans are…
Culinary Cultural Immersion a Foodie-Forward Travel Trend
::: Indigenous epicurean adventure escalates among ‘victual vacationers’::: Whether for adventure travel or more relaxing respites, travelers are increasingly seeking reg…
Enchantment Abounds at Puerto Vallarta’s ‘Rhythms of the Night’ Dinner Show
Copyright Vallarta Adventures Rhythms of the Night is an immersive dinner show experience like none other, transforming your night into an enchanted evening on a mystical…
Epic ‘Something for Everyone’ Holiday Gift Guide
Courtesy of Zeiss Multimedia Ah, holiday shopping—the time of year when we go toe-to-toe, elbow-to-elbow and sometimes nose-to-nose with other merry-makers seeking out th…
Father’s Day Gifts That’ll Undoubtedly Impress
Genius gear gift ideas for home mixologists, kitchen commandos, entertaining aficionados, style savants, gadget geeks and those dads who just need a solid night’s sleep C…
Gamified Dieting for a Healthier & Wealthier New Year
Courtesy of HealthyWage.com Even during the gluttonous holidays and into the New Year “diet resolution” season, weight loss doesn't have to be a difficult or costly endea…
Gamifying Good Health: Cash-Curated Wellness
Courtesy of HealthyWage Recently released study findings published in the journal Social Science and Medicine prove, yet again, that money is an effective motivator to “i…
Gotta-Get Extras for iPhone X
Courtesy ALLDOCK With Streetinsider.com recently reporting that Apple sold an estimated 6 million iPhone X units this past Black Friday weekend alone, as calculated by an…
Grayton Automatic Watches an Admirable Accessory for All
Photo copyright Grayton Automatic Watches We live in a fast-paced wardrobe world where few fashions stand the test of time. One exception, however, lies in the world of w…
Hair Havoc No More with Dr. Marder Scalp Therapy
Copyright Dr. Marder Skincare Winter weather, and the subsequent use of indoor heat to stay warm, can have an extreme drying effect on the skin—and this most certainly in…
Halloween Haunts Go High-Tech with AtmosFX Digital Decorations
Courtesy AtmosFX New York, N.Y. In some neighborhoods, each October it’s outright competition to see which house can deck out their digs in the creepiest configuration. B…
How to Reduce Sweating Problems at School
9 Myths and Truths About Excessive Sweating Among Students Photo Courtesy the International Hyperhidrosis Society (www.SweatHelp.org) Amid all things “back to school”—whe…
Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel: Rejuvenation & Revelry in Beverly Hills
Courtesy Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel By all accounts Luxe Rodeo Drive Hotel is a distinctive destination in the center of Los Angeles’ most exclusive enclave. This prime prope…
M.I.N.D. Game: Brainwave-Controlled System Hits Market
Cerebral combat trainer allows you to play ‘Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice’ by combining brainwaves and holographic projection technology Courtesy Soap Studio The mi…
Maverick Mattress Biz Wakes Up Tired Industry
Courtesy NolahMattress.com When a consumer brand sets an entirely new benchmark, you know they’re on to something big. Very big. This is the case with Nolah, an entrepren…
Pantai Inn La Jolla an Enchanting Oceanside Escape
Courtesy Pantai Inn With a boast-worthy motto like “America’s Finest City,” you can bet the San Diego region is replete with premium hospitality options proffering top-ti…
Personal Photos & Videos ‘Go Hollywood’ with UrLife Mini-Movies
Copyright UrLife Media People have always snapped photos on vacation, but the proliferation of smartphones has ushered in dramatic changes in the way we capture those pho…
Puerto Vallarta’s 'Casa Dos Cisnes' Luxury Private Villa Elevates Industry Standards
Secluded five-star Mexican villa offers an ultimate luxury accommodations experience trumping top resorts; boasts its own gourmet private chef, service staff, elite accom…
Savvy Solutions That’ll Enhance Your Life
Courtesy Fusion Guitars As one who is exposed to new product innovations as a regular course of business, I’ve seen my fair share cool gear and smart solutions that’ll ma…
Tasty Valentine’s Day Gifts with Direct-to-Door Delivery
Courtesy 1-800-Flowers.com, Inc. According to the National Confectioners Association (NCA), chocolate accounted for approximately 59 percent of U.S. candy retail sales fo…
The Hermosa Inn Arizona a Unique Boutique Hideaway
Courtesy The Hermosa Inn Nestled in the heart of Paradise Valley, Arizona—an exclusive Phoenix enclave that’s just minutes from bustling Scottsdale—lies a AAA Four Diamon…
The Real Risks of Retirement Investing
Courtesy Net Worth Advisory Group To anyone on the glide path to retirement, it is becoming clear that today’s retirees are facing a completely different set of challenge…
‘The Scintas & a Steak’ Dinner Show Package a Stellar Vegas Value
Courtesy of The Scintas Show Las Vegas, Nevada. Whether or not you’re planning a stay at The Plaza Hotel in downtown Las Vegas, there’s one entertainment offering at the…
16 Tech-Driven Wellness Innovations
Courtesy CureUV.com With all of the excitement and buzz surrounding the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) coupled with the fact that the fall and winter flu, holid…
Anatomy of Grand Weekend Getaway at Boulders Resort & Spa Arizona
::: Turnkey, print-ready 3-night itinerary chock-full of fun and fabulosity ::: Courtesy The Boulders Resort & Spa Phoenix, AZ. Amid my considerably hectic work schedule…
Celebrity Chefs to Convene at the 13th Annual San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival
Photo Credit: Joey Hernandez There are few annual events that get me as excited as the San Diego Bay Wine + Food Festival —a week-long extravaganza showcasing the best of…
Culinary-Forward Seafood at Eddie V’s San Diego
Courtesy Eddie V’s/Darden Concepts Inc. San Diego, CA. Next time you have a hankerin’ for swordfish from Block Island, scallops from Georges Bank or Yellowfin Tuna from t…
Dynamite Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $100
Credit Diamond Candles Valentine’s Day has become big business, and is certainly a holiday that retailers love. In fact, last year it was reported that retail spending fo…
Eleven Key Considerations for Prize-Driven Diet Programs
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Enchantment Aboard the Spirit of New York Dinner Cruise
Credit-Entertainment-Cruises. New York, N.Y. Whether you’re a tourist seeking adventure in the Big Apple or are a long-standing resident of New York City celebrating a sp…
Enhancements Abound at the Plaza Hotel Las Vegas
Courtesy The Plaza Hotel If you haven’t been to the Plaza Hotel Las Vegas lately and can make your way to the property, you’re in for a surprise. The hotel has undergone…
Entertainment Aplenty at V Theater in Las Vegas
Courtesy David Saxe Productions Las Vegas, NV. Whether it’s your first or 25th time visiting Las Vegas, you’ll surely want to take in a show or two amidst the time you sp…
Entertainment On-The-Go: National ‘Coffee With America’ Show Embodies New Era of Interactive TV
Courtesy Of Coffee With America New York, N.Y. Wake up America, there’s a perky new lifestyle television program in town—a tasty daytime talk show worth getting frothed u…
Entrepreneurship Strategies for the Risk Averse
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Experiential Gifts for Grads & Dads at Hilton Anaheim
Courtesy Hilton Anaheim Anaheim, CA. It’s that time of year when many are wondering what to get the graduate in their life—from college grads down through Kindergarteners…
Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort & Spa a Splendid Respite
Courtesy Marriott International, Inc South Florida, or “SoFla” for the enlightened, is home to more than five million residents, which is understandable given the region…
Four Reasons Why Women Need Life Insurance for Successful Life
:::Women missing key piece of financial security & success; What working women, stay-at-home moms and all other women need to know::: Courtesy www.TrueBlueLifeInsurance.c…
Great Gets for a Killer Cookout
Courtesy Char-Broil There are few weekend activities I love more than a good ‘ole backyard cookout—whether at my place or someone else’s abode. As a bona fide foodie, my…
Helpful Lifestyle Hacks: 8 Great Product Picks
Copyright Nomad Goods Let’s face it, life can be frustrating. Luckily there are throngs of products on the market to help alleviate common annoyances and generally provid…
Hotel Domestique: Homespun Hospitality for Active Travelers
Courtesy of Hotel Domestique San Diego, CA. Nestled within South Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains sits Hotel Domestique , a charming boutique hotel owned by legendary 17-t…
How to Make Money on Healthy New Year’s Resolutions
Courtesy HealthyWage.com If you’ve made a New Year’s resolutions, apparently the odds are not in your favor of achieving it. Reports indicate that upwards 25 percent of p…
I.D. Theft Protection Perfection with ‘Pagalli’ Fine Leather Wallets
Courtesy of The Pagalli Project As recently as January 2016 the FTC announced the escalating incidence of identity theft, revealing that it had received nearly 500,000 co…
Last Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
Copyright Armitron Watches Like untold millions of others, amid the rapidly approaching holiday you may be frantically trying to find that perfect gift for someone specia…
Leveraging UV Light for a Healthier & Odor-Free Home
T he dreadful multistate E. coli outbreak at Chipotle, which hospitalized 21, is among a number of high profile situations underscoring the danger of—and our collective v…
Mark West Wines a Winner for National Pinot Noir Day
Courtesy Mark West Wines Today is "National Pinot Noir Day" so let’s celebrate this tasty varietal, which happens to be my personal favorite. I know there are many other…
MyFairyTaleBooks Expands to Offer Custom Kids’ Gifts Galore
Courtesy MyFairyTaleBooks New York, N.Y. March is National Reading Awareness Month—a time when literacy issues come to the fore and everyone is encouraged to crack open a…
New Ultra-Premium Maurice Vendôme Champagne Makes American Debut
Tastemakers behind world’s most expensive Champagne continue to break boundaries, introducing another supremely-luxe bottle of bubbly in the U.S. Credit Prodiguer Brands…
New Year, New You: 9 Ways to Start 2017 Right
Courtesy GetMavericks.com A fresh New Year is upon us and it’s time to recalibrate our self-care strategies to amp up our health, fitness and overall wellness in the mont…
Nine Great Ways to Achieve Diet and Weight-Loss Success
Courtesy JBIT MedPro New York, N.Y. As health-seekers strategize their diet and fitness approach for the holiday gluttony season and those inevitable New Year’s resolutio…
Problem Solving Stuff for Summer
Courtesy Mai Couture New York, N.Y. I’ll admit it: I’m a fixer. Whenever there’s a problem at hand for myself or those around me I’m compelled to resolve it. All the bett…
Royal Blues Hotel an Elegant Oceanside Enclave
Courtesy Royal Blues Hotel Just south of Palm Beach, along Florida's eastern coast, lies scenic Deerfield Beach—a city well known for its pristine and clean coastline and…
Seven 'Gotta Get' Summer Gadgets
Courtesy Overstock.com New York, N.Y. I just love summer. Aside from the longer days, jaunts to tropical locales, weekend barbeques and balmy nights out on the town, it’s…
Seven Fantastic Father’s Day Gifts To Not Only Surprise But Delight
New York, N.Y. With another Father’s Day on approach, many are racking their brains on what to get for “Dad” that will not only surprise him with the unexpected, but that…
Seven Reasons to Love Fleming’s La Jolla
Courtesy Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar San Diego, CA. Having lived in San Diego for well over a decade I’ve had the pleasure of eating at Fleming’s La Jolla locat…
Seven Summer Saviors
Courtesy of AT&T New York, N.Y. This summer why not gear up with items that’ll ease and enhance the season? Here are a few hot product picks relating to fashion, function…
Six Cool Summer Travel Solutions
Courtesy Daniela Degrassi New York, N.Y. I get so much joy in helping fellow travel-lovers solve annoying problems and otherwise make their trips easier and more enjoyabl…
Sixteen Tech-Driven Wellness Innovations
Courtesy CureUV.com New York, N.Y. With all of the excitement and buzz surrounding the upcoming Consumer Electronics Show (CES) coupled with the fact that the fall and wi…
Smart Spring Travel Solutions: Cool Travel Tools
Copyright BlueSmart Luggage New York, N.Y. Spring has sprung and many are gearing up to get out of Dodge. But before you pack those bags and hit the road, consider these…
Summer Health & Beauty Boosters
Courtesy LumaRx New York, N.Y. Summer is a great time for a health and beauty reboot, since many of us are far more body conscious during this sizzling season. Below are…
Surf, Sky & Spirit at Tower23 Hotel San Diego
Courtesy of TOWER23 Hotel As California's southernmost metropolis, San Diego is a veritable coastal paradise that’s widely lauded for its fabulous climate. Often referred…
The Ambrose Hotel Santa Monica Mastering Boutique Hospitality
Copyright TheLuxeList.com There’s just something about a boutique hotel. Maybe it’s the quaint locales or the stylish upscale accommodations. Perhaps it’s the extraordina…
The Queen Mary’s ‘Dark Harbor’ Halloween Attraction Unleashes It’s ‘Evil 8’
Courtesy of The Queen Mary In Southern California and looking for a haunting good time this Halloween season? Then head over to the city of Long Beach, which is once agai…
Three SoCal Locales Where Holiday Spirit Runs High
Courtesy Hilton Anaheim Southern California is known for having more than its fair share of hot spots, from the trendiest happy hour haunts, to hotels and resorts with ou…
Timeless Valentine’s Day Gifts for Her and Him from K Couture
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VARIDESK Standing Desk a Smart Wellness Solution
Copyright Varidesk ™ The pitfalls of sitting too much have been well-proven, with the gravely serious risks ranging from medical conditions like diabetes, heart dis…
Vetting Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House Las Vegas
Courtesy Del Frisco’s Restaurant Group, Inc If you’ve dined at any of the Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak Houses throughout the U.S., you’ve certainly reveled in the soph…
Via Veneto Santa Monica Dishing Star-Caliber Italian Cuisine
Copyright TheLuxeList.com Los Angeles is a city known as much for its distinctive award-winning eateries as it is for its celebrity residents. In fact, many of the city’s…
Worthy Health, Wellness and Personal Care Wares
Courtesy of Perfect Fitness San Diego, CA. A fresh New Year is here and, with it, comes the annual ritual of revving up our personal care, health and wellness routines. I…
Wow-Worthy Mother’s Day Gifts
Credit Clara Kasavina Buying Mother’s Day gifts year-in and year-out can be a challenge with respect to keeping ideas fresh and unexpected on Mom’s part. I personally lov…
YummyHealth Company Raises the Candy Bar
Credit: YummyHealth. New York, N.Y. In 2012 Lisa Goldbaum—a journalist, wife and devoted mother of two—came to a startling realization: empty calories defined her family’…