Temple Beth El, in Rochester,New York. They are definitely adding that WOW factor and it’s not alarming their congregants. Barbara Kingstone October 4, 2016 New York, North America, United States Perhaps because Temple Beth El, a Conservative synagogue, looks small, it could be that it sits on 7 acres or prime real estate in an upper, middle...
George Eastman, a man who seemed to have created Rochester, New York Barbara Kingstone August 29, 2016 Feature, North America, United States You have probably been asked the dinner table questions. “If you had to decide who would be the person you would choose to sit beside at the...
Florida Medical Retreat. A new take on Medical Tourism in Sarasota, Florida, a charming and cultural city. Barbara Kingstone April 4, 2014 Clinics, Health Travel, Medical, North America, United States For most travelers, having a great hotel concierge who can get you last minute opera tickets or a table at an always booked restaurant, is a great...
You can’t escape it, there’s technology even in jewelry, and Jason McLeod’s items are special, a boomer’s dream Barbara Kingstone March 10, 2014 Indulgences, Jewellry You can’t escape it. Modern technology is everywhere. Even jewelry designer, Virginia- based, Jason McLeod, declares his affinity and inspiration...
Post Hurricane Katrina, Biloxi, Mississippi, Still Luxurious Barbara Kingstone November 4, 2013 Feature, Hotels, North America, United States Biloxi, Mississippi, isn’t on the mind of most people when they think of where to go for a vacation or an easy getaway. This area is filled with...
Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco, didn’t lose in the translation from Asia. The hotel’s legacy is become legendary in North American Barbara Kingstone March 9, 2011 Hotels, North America, United States When the logo or brand is totally recognizable, then you know the product has proven itself. Think Target’s red and white circles, Saks Fifth...
Shopping in San Francisco. A true pleasure, treasure hunt Barbara Kingstone March 7, 2011 North America, Shopping, United States Cable Cars I admit it, I love shopping. It’s like a treasure hunt for me. There isn’t a destination in the world where I’ve been that I...
The Taj Campton Place, San Francisco is charming and sophisicated Barbara Kingstone March 7, 2011 Hotels, North America, United States Taj Campton Place Hotel in San Francisco, one of the world’ leading hotel groups, has managed to maintained the charm and service that has made...
San Diego / La Jolla Shopping Barbara Kingstone February 9, 2011 North America, Shopping, United States The Ascot Shop WHO; Bill White started as a salesman and he liked The Ascot Shop so much, he bought it in the mid 90s. The shop has a long...
New York Shopping / Soho and more Barbara Kingstone February 9, 2011 North America, Shopping, United States Sure there’s Mad. Ave., Fifth Ave. Park Ave. But head downtown for true, new, exciting purchases. RICK OWENS WHO; He’s a luxury obsessed...