HIVE – An Addictive Board Game Without a Board

HIVE A superb board game without a board British carpenter John Yianni wondered why board games required a board.  He noodled about, trying various permutations and finally honed ... Continue Reading →

Billy Elliot

Billy Elliot Victoria Theatre, London Prices in London have always been high, whether for real estate or Dover sole. Still a bargain by Broadway standards, London theatre prices ... Continue Reading →
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Family Travel in Paris – Why Now? (2 of 3)

Family Travel in Paris – Why Now? Part 2 of a 3 Part European Tour   The economy generally sucks, and the common wisdom is to keep one’s powder dry and plan a staycation. So why ... Continue Reading →
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Family Travel in London – Why Now? (1 of 3)

Family Travel in London – Why Now? Part 1 of a 3 Part European Tour   The economy generally sucks, and the common wisdom is to keep one’s powder dry and plan a staycation. So ... Continue Reading →

Down the California Coast

Down the California Coast California’s coast between San Francisco and Los Angeles is one of the most dramatic seaside drives on the continent. Business folks make the one ... Continue Reading →

Coachella 2009 Complete Review

Coachella 2009 Complete Review The economy has worked its Darwinian effect on the global festival scene. Gatherings across Europe and the US are being postponed, cancelled or reconfigured. ... Continue Reading →

PRINCE: Around L.A. in a Day

PRINCE: Around L.A. in a Day Concert and CD review The prodigy from Minnesota is known for his cleverness, both onstage and off. In terms of tweaking the standard process of ... Continue Reading →

Deer Valley – Consistently Satisfying Skiing

Deer Valley Consistently Satisfying Skiing Having lived in Southern California for three decades, I am nearly a native.  And I have been a fan of California skiing for all ... Continue Reading →