The Korakia Pensione….
This amazing place is on my list
for our next weekend retreat.
“Korakia blends the silhouette of
Tangier
with a whisper of the Mediterranean.”
–Korakia
Located in downtown Palm Springs.
ciao! fabiana
July 29, 2013
July 23, 2013
July 21, 2013
the laguna beach sawdust art festival
Last Saturday night was my first visit ever to the Sawdust Festival. Nestled between the mountains of Laguna Canyon, and only a couple of minutes from downtown Laguna Beach, the Sawdust Festival has been a tradition here in southern California since 1968. The festival features 200 local artists, live entertainment, classes, art demonstrations, and outdoor cafes.
Entering the festival...
Marcus Thesing has one of the most amazing booths showcasing his hand blown art glass. Some of his pieces remind me of genie bottles.
Gavin Heath also has an incredible booth.
We enjoyed listening to two fun bands.
The Sawdust festival runs all summer long, until September 1st, and they are open from 10-10 everyday. Come out for a visit!
ciao! fabiana
July 20, 2013
greystone mansion gardens
The
historic Greystone Mansion
is
located on a beautiful hillside in Beverly Hills
with
magnificent views of Los Angeles,
Hollywood,
and Beverly Hills and beyond.
Also
known as the Doheny estate,
this
19th Century English Revival style home
was
finished in 1928,
and
includes formal Italian and English gardens,
koi
ponds, fountains and waterfalls.
A tall alley of cypress trees and lavender framed
by cascading stone fountains and tall arches.
The inner courtyard with circular fountain in the center.
.
The koi and turtle Reflection Pond.
Spectacular view of the city of angels.
A glass sculpture in another pond in the lower garden.
A small waterfall emptying into the koi pond.
Looking towards the Cypress Walk and small fountain.
ciao! fabiana