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Apr 4, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoAs a Travel Editor, I’m often asked about which hotels around the world are the best to visit, and this is especially true when travelers head to San Diego (where I currently reside). Having lived at the beach for the past six years, my initial response is somewhere that views out onto the Pacific. The problem is, when it comes to luxury beachside properties, there are only six that offer oceanfront locations (versus bayfront). If you want close to downtown and just steps from the beach that number gets even smaller. ... Read More | 
Mar 28, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoHey, Starwood, how does it feel to be the belle of the ball? We're betting pretty dang good. The brand has been at the center of a bidding war between Marriott International and Chinese-based Anbang Insurance Group to buy its entire portfolio. This morning, the latter proposed its second bid for the brand with a $13.9 billion offer. ... Read More | 
Mar 15, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoAcquired in a $6.5 billion deal this week, Hotel del Coronado was sold to Chinese-based Anbang Insurance Group along with 16 other properties under the Strategic Hotels & Resorts brand. This deal comes just three months after Blackstone Group LP purchased the Strategic brand for around $450 million. ... Read More | 
Mar 9, 2016 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamIn just a few weeks, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice will hit theaters nationwide. Celebrating its release, The Keating hotel in San Diego has created a unique package for superhero lovers. The Live Like Bruce Wayne package includes a stay in the one-bedroom Macallan Suite along with a personal “Alfred” (butler) for your entire stay. ... Read More | 
Feb 9, 2016 | Contributor: Mila PantovichLuxury cinemas are no longer a rarity and some cities now have multiple companies to choose from. Though they all put a classier spin on “dinner and a movie,” many of them seem to put more of an effort in the latter, often forgetting about the cuisine. The Lot in San Diego takes dinner a lot more seriously than an afterthought and as a result, their restaurant can easily stand on its own. ... Read More | 
Jan 15, 2016 | Contributor: Mila PantovichIf you have never been to San Diego, the above short film is probably going to give you some major wanderlust. And if you actually live in the So-Cal city, it will fill you with pride and give you a new appreciation for everything SD has to offer. Artist Simone Lucchini spent two weeks in the city, recording footage using a GH4 Panasonic with lumix 12-35mm, which he later paired with music from The Cinematic Orchestra and named Frames of San Diego. ... Read More | 
Jan 12, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoOne of the highlights of living in San Diego is it its close proximity to Temecula. The valley is filled with hundreds of award-winning wineries, beautiful resorts, boutique hotels, and lots of outdoor activities available to visitors. Since the destination is only a 45-minute drive away from San Diego proper, you’ll regularly find locals heading north-east to enjoy a day of wine tasting. ... Read More | 
Jan 5, 2016 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoBy now you’ve probably heard of Bracero Cocina de Raíz in Little Italy. Helmed by Mexican superstar chef Javier Plascencia, the eatery has been buzzed about in foodie circles since before it opened. Along with winning numerous awards and titles, Chef Plascencia has been featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker and appeared on ABC’s The Taste as a guest mentor alongside renowned chefs Anthony Bourdain, Marcus Samuelsson, Nigella Lawson and Ludo Lefebvre. ... Read More | 
Dec 21, 2015 | Contributor: Mila PantovichNow that the New Year is almost upon us, it's time to start planning what you're going to do in 2016 and the La Jolla Concours d'Elegance should be on your list. Returning for its 12th year on April 8-10, the automobile event will be bringing in some of the world's top designs for a weekend full of food, shopping, cocktail parties and of course, cars. ... Read More | 
Dec 18, 2015 | Contributor: Nicolle MonicoAll right, party people, we’re officially two weeks away from New Year’s Day. Which means, NYE is right around the corner! If you haven’t made plans yet, there are plenty of fun happenings going on around San Diego on December 31. We gathered together some of our favorites to help you figure out which affair to attend. Here are six of America’s Finest City’s best New Year’s Eve parties hosted by hotels: ... Read More | 
Dec 17, 2015 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamThis fall, The Nolen officially made its San Diego debut as a rooftop bar and lounge sitting on the 14th floor of the Courtyard by Marriott San Diego Gaslamp/Convention Center hotel. The East Village destination has already been catching the attention of locals with its sweeping views of the city and its modern interpretation of a speakeasy. ... Read More | 
Dec 10, 2015 | Contributor: Mila PantovichWednesday marked a big day for San Diego, as the biggest and priciest development project to hit downtown was finally given city approval. Despite getting support from Congress almost 30 years ago, the $1.3 billion Manchester Pacific Gateway now has the go-ahead from the City Council to actually break ground. ... Read More | 
Dec 2, 2015 | Contributor: Merilee KernExecutive Chef Aron Schwartz at Marina Kitchen within San Diego's Marriott Marquis Hotel went away with the highly coveted “Chef of the Fest” title at the 2015 San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival which took place from November 16-22. ... Read More | 
Nov 24, 2015 | Contributor: Jackie BryantSan Diego is fast changing its reputation as a laid-back beach town with the opening of several new clubs and restaurants, and the emergence of a hard-hitting urban nightlife scene. The latest to open in the hip downtown neighborhood of Little Italy is Entrada, a sprawling mixed-concept space that fuses a lounge, club, speakeasy, and taco stand all in one, bringing a quintessentially San Diego vibe to the club/restaurant genre. ... Read More | 
Nov 5, 2015 | Contributor: JustLuxe TeamLa Jolla’s newest restaurant will definitely have you thinking about a trip to Hawaii. Owned and operated by San Diego- and Maui-based T S Restaurants, Duke’s La Jolla pays homage to Hawaiian native Duke Kahanamoku, water polo medalist, six-time Olympic swimming and the father of modern day surfing. Officially opened yesterday, the 13,000-square-foot restaurant features two dining areas with both floors including outdoor seating. ... Read More |
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