By Erin Magner | ModernLuxury.com | August 30, 2010
Lazy days of summer? Yeah, right! After months of outdoor entertaining, patio imbibing and day-tripping, it's safe to say that we all could take a few deep breaths come fall. These two yoga escapes—one half a world away, the other just next door in the desert—combine serious vinyasa time with luxuries like decadent food, lush rooms, and serene spas. Om run! read more
By Erin Magner | ModernLuxury.com | August 27, 2010
As hotel shops go, the one at The Standard in downtown L.A. has always been far cooler than average. And now, its hip quotient has been bumped up a few more notches with a store re-design and a new roster of locally-crafted exclusives. read more
By Romina Rosenow | ModernLuxury.com | August 26, 2010
L.A., the city of eclectic effects, has found yet another place to unload cartfuls of vintage collectibles: The Los Angeles Flea Market, which debuted in July at Dodger Stadium. The monthly vintage fair is having round two on Sunday, August 29, so we've put together a field guide of where to eat, shop and play—and what you can save for next time. read more
By Erin Magner | ModernLuxury.com | August 26, 2010
It's only been two months since Sam Nazarian announced the purchase of a hotel space at Hollywood and Vine—the one that has long been designated for a second Palihouse location. But already, reservations are being taken for The Redbury, the gypsy-glam little sister to SBE's slick SLS Hotel. read more
By Amanda Millin | ModernLuxury.com | August 19, 2010
If you haven’t had a chance to witness Ventana Inn & Spa's $26 million renovation, which was completed less than a year ago, then its two new nature-inspired packages provide even more reason to head to the Central Coast. read more
Here’s something new for your bucket list—learn to be a DJ! That goal is now attainable even if you're not friends with a Ronson, thanks to Venice's Hotel Erwin. The hip hideaway recently let us get a taste of their newly-launched Scratch ‘n Stay package, which includes a deluxe room and a private DJ lesson on the hotel’s gorgeous open-air rooftop lounge. Never touched a turntable before? Don’t be nervous—there’s nothing that a little ocean breeze paired with a 360-degree view of sunny L.A. read more
By Erin Magner | ModernLuxury.com | August 6, 2010
Admit it—whether you're into mall shopping or not, you've probably been curious about what's been happening behind the chainlink fences surrounding Santa Monica Place for the last two years. read more
By Carolyn Meers | ModernLuxury.com | July 29, 2010
The ultimate vacation? Letting an expert do arrange every detail for you. Whether you're in the mood for a long weekend in Tahoe or a week-long sojourn in the City of Light—BBQs in the pines or beignets in le parc?—there's an elite travel planning service that will take care of everything, from babysitters to personal trainers. Here are two that are especially heavy on the amenities. read more
Looking for a lucky charm to give you an edge at the blackjack table? The following Las Vegas-exclusive items might just prove to be the boost of good fortune that you need. And, if not, at least it's less likely you'll run into someone at home wearing the same thing. read more
By Kamilla Rifkin | ModernLuxury.com | July 23, 2010
Longing to go coastal for the weekend without springing for a suite at the Montage? Laguna Beach's Pacific Edge Hotel has just emerged from months of renovations with a refreshingly laid-back ethos and a new retro-chic design concept. While the rates may seem like a bargain compared to the lush nearby resorts, don't let them put you off—you’ll still be pampered plenty. read more
