By Merilee Kern, ‘The Luxe List’ Executive Editor

Locals and tourists alike have become accustomed to visiting the Del Mar Plaza in San Diego for exceptional wining and dining experiences. One cozy new venue - Sip Wine Bar - is already making a tasty mark on the local scene. Not far from the brand new Balinese-styled Pantai Inn in La Jolla – among other San Diego area Luxury Link properties – SIP is a perfect addition to

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By Merilee Kern
The Luxe List Executive Editor

I was recently immersed in casual conversation at a social function discussing my fine dining pursuits while traveling. So many resorts today have incredibly high-caliber gourmet restaurants on site. Cases in point, you can find a food and wine interest page on LuxuryLink.com, and browse a list of properties that are perfect for gourmands.

In this

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More program-promoting products of October Breast Cancer Awareness Month that’ll leave you tickled pink:

Happy First "Survivor Chick" Tee (www.happyfirst.com) - $34
Founded by cancer survivor Debbie Vinyard, this shirt and line overall is designed to encourage cancer victims, survivors, and really everyone to enjoy each moment, keep a positive attitude, and start each day being “Happy First” and then making it last. The 100% ringspun cotton jersey Survivor Chick

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By Merilee Kern, ‘The Luxe List’ Executive Editor


Cause conscious consumerism is all the rage, allowing socially-responsible shoppers to vote their values through commerce. Companies are increasingly learning that good deeds are good business. Breast Cancer Awareness is one worthy cause-based shopping opportunity, allowing caring consumers to offer support while spending. With October Breast Cancer Awareness Month upon us, here are a few notable program-promoting products

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By Merilee Kern, ‘The Luxe List’ Executive Editor

Luxe Home Swap, the world’s leading site for stylish home exchange vacations, is part of a revolution in social travel. Through this elite accommodations exchange service jet setters enjoy high end home exchange vacations worldwide, benefitting from more comfortable and authentic residential settings that many globe trotters prefer - particularly for longer term jaunts.
Members may swap as many times as they like, wherever they

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