Yesterday, for Wild Card Wednesday, I featured Golden Globe hairstyles inspired by Swan Lake. So today – Travel Thursday – we’re touching down in Greece, where Tchaikovsky received the inspiration for his famous ballet from the ancient legends of swan-maidens. Santorini, the spectacular Greek island pictured, is credited with spawning another legend—Atlantis. It is the result of a volcanic eruption, …
Are you travel-obsessed? I know I am! I love traveling so much that I placed a plane on my grade-school charm bracelet and, to this day, trip tickets go on my bulletin board. Starting at the age of fourteen, I spent summers – on my own – at various locations across the globe training with ballet companies. I found that …
Last week, I attended a Broadway revival of Evita, an updated version of the original iconic three-time Tony award-winner. This rendition, a dance masterpiece, tangoed its way through the highs and lows of María Eva Duarte de Perón’s journey from poverty to triumph as Argentina’s glamorous, beloved first lady. The adaptation portrayed her using an arsenal of conniving tricks to …
This morning while cleaning out my files, I ran across my itinerary from a business trip to NYC a while back. It was one of my favorites. I made friends with people from America to South Africa, and my book sold out in every store! One of the most interesting men I met was an attractive professional squash player with …
While taking an evening walk with my mom, I noticed that Wolford – the fashion and hosiery shop – was having a party. The cupcakes were too enticing to pass up, so we strolled on in. The event was coming to a close, but we made friends with the product experts and a spontaneous after-party ensued. They styled me in …
All you thrill seekers can now get an adrenaline rush merely by standing still. Step Into the Void, which just opened, induces major pulse pumping with no physical exertion. Entering this glass room suspended off the uppermost terrace of the Aiguille du Midi mountain peak in the French Alps will give you the sensation of walking on air. To get …
One of my favorite stories of a marriage proposal gone awry happened to my friend at this time of year. Her boyfriend surprised her with a trip to Manhattan. They were students, finances were tight, and she realized that he wouldn’t be doing this if it were not a supremely special occasion. She suspected that he planned to propose in …
I’m so sad to say goodbye to Christmas, but we still have one holiday left this season, and a lot more memories to make. If you’re in the Seattle area, I’d recommend stopping in Bellevue. From now until New Year’s Eve, Snowflake Lane, in the heart of town, will become Celebration Lane, with a new program. Only two blocks away …
Every night through December 24th, at 7 PM, the sidewalks of Bellevue, Washington along Bellevue Square, Lincoln Square, and Bellevue Place become a winter wonderland. Sparkling snow falls from skyscrapers awash in holiday lights, drum lines of live toy soldiers rock out while keeping the beat to Christmas music, snow princesses pass out treats, sixty Rockettes-style dancers put on a …
I just won three awards at an international film festival in Jakarta, the world’s 12th largest city according to Nations Online. Apparently Jakarta is all about romance. But I Do was selected for its romantic theme. One award was for the overall film, and the other two were given to me as best producer and best leading actress. This is a …
I am thankful for you all, and wherever you are, I wish you the best holiday. During Thanksgiving dinner, an immense fog flooded Puget Sound. It looked like cotton candy floating on the water underneath a kaleidoscope sky. Our waiter had worked at the Space Needle for 25 years and only seen something like this three times!
I entered the Kate Spade store because a dress in the window was calling my name. I couldn’t possibly have walked past without trying it on. But I made the mistake of thinking that I could only try on one dress. After practically moving in, I found that Kate Spade is the perfect destination for the traveling girl. A key …
Last week, I attended a fascinating seminar by Dr. Sarah Reichard, director of the famous UW Botanic Gardens, with its 10,000+ specimens. Sarah’s domain is rare-plant preservation. She travels the world making acquisitions as the guest of dignitaries in places the public rarely gets to go. Now you have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join her in Cuba from February 20th …
I just received notice that But I Do won Best Music Video in Toronto! The film is the true story of someone who read my book, The Single Girl’s Guide to Meeting European Men, and used it on her trip to Europe. Big thanks to Steve Veale (pictured), festival director, and the 92 volunteers who helped me make it. I’ve …
This video captures the adventures I had in Toronto during the star-studded film festival. My short, But I Do, was playing at the Carlton Cinema.