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Destination Design: The Hotel Carmel, Carmel CA

A trip up the California coast is always a good idea, and when there is a cute boutique hotel like The Hotel Carmel to stop and relax at, it’s an even better idea.  A mix of modern and cottage architecture, 27 guest rooms some with fireplaces, others with views of the hotel’s intimate courtyard.  Relax … Read more

Hotel carmel breakfast nook
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Destination Design: Republique Los Angeles

This week’s Destination Design takes us to one of my favorite spots in Los Angeles.   Located on La Brea in an historic building dating back to 1928, that in true Hollywood style, it boasts it’s own famous past.  According to Eater LA, Charlie Chaplin built the Spanish style brick building, complete with gothic arches, … Read more

Republique