Arriving now through January 2006, Marriott Hotels and Resorts will be featuring the new Revive Collection Bed as part of a redesign to make their rooms more inviting to guests. Marriott obviously wants to be more like a boutique, so this bed features an indulgent mattress, designer duvet, hypoallergenic fully pillows, and luxurious linens.
It’s happened to me many times. I buy the latest computer, printer, PDA or cell phone. A day, week or month later, it’s replaced through planned obsolescence with a newer model that’s faster, smaller, and/or cheaper. Now, Apple Computer has followed that trend — again — to better compete with low-end competitors by introducing a…
A relative newcomer to the French Concession (127 Yongfu near Fuxing Xi Lu), La Bella is a small bar and restaurant that’s made fashionable subdued waves. This small western style eatery is known well in the neighborhood for its morning meal offerings and good coffee; however, it’s gaining popularity for its nighttime escapades. Although La…
Anyone who loves basketball worships Michael Jordan, perhaps the most exciting player the game has ever seen. (In my humble opinion, Kobe couldn’t hold Jordan’s jockstrap.) Air Jordan designer sneakers were so popular that Nike is reissuing some vintage pairs for $295 for two pairs. Only 36 sets of AIr Jordan VI Retro and the…
I thought we’d have fun exploring gold country, but I never expected to hit gold in the dining category. Yet, after dining at Taste Restaurant, located in the one-horse town of Plymouth (which we learned about from our affable host at the Days Inn) I stand corrected! We were completely blown away by the hip…
With expensive flights and the weak dollar, Europe is slow to become a luxury destination — especially during peak season. In an MSN article, Tim Leffel, author of The World’s Cheapest Destinations, offers cheap destinations that will keep money in your wallet and stretch your vacation further. Here are a few examples: • Spend a…
Ambassadors of the Environment Again, due to multiple daily feedings, I didn’t have time to make a dent in the variety of activities that the Ritz-Carlton offers. Luckily, I had signed up in advance for the magical Kapalua Resort Arboretum hike led by naturalist, Jaclyn Schlindwein, one of the Ambassadors of the Environment “green guides.”…
Stayed in the Marriott East, Indianapolis and had the best night (of sleep) in my life! Bed was beyond wonderful!