Free 2-Hour Personal Shopping Assistance from Stylist Jennifer Rosson at Fashion Valley Mall

If you've been with Around The Town long, you have heard me talk about stylist Jennifer Rosson and her website Style Your Life. I have had many opportunities over the years to glean valuable information and inspiration from Jennifer. This lady has a lot to offer. Twice I have hosted a mini style seminar (yes you can hire her to come to you one-on-one or you can invite friends over and have her speak).

Another FREE opportunity to use Jennifer is provided by Fashion Valley Mall. If you contact the mall and sign up for an appointment with Jennifer, you will get her exclusively for 2 hours to help you with your styling or shopping needs (the mall pays her fee). Sweet, right? Please check her out and "like" her page for lots of good info! http://www.styleyourlifeblog.com/

Get Air Vista Offers Summer Discounts through Groupon!

When summer boredom hits, bring the kids to Get Air Vista to put their energy to good use!  Right now they are pairing with Groupon to offer some great rates up to 39% off. To browse this offer or purchase, click this link.

Try Temecula Creek Inn for a Relaxing Getaway just Minutes from Home

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Temecula Creek Inn invited me out to stay with them and share my experience with you. I want you to know that whatever I share with you is not influenced by this invitation, but that I am conveying my own thoughts and opinions on my stay.  I know that many of you have come to trust my recommendations and I want to continue to earn your trust.  I just wrapped up a wonderful stay on a Sunday/Monday in May, and can tell you that I thoroughly enjoyed myself.  

Even though it's known as a golf and wedding destination, when I think of Temecula Creek Inn, I think of relaxation and restoration.  It's set apart from the rest of town on a quiet stretch of I-15, with an abundance of rustic, natural beauty going on throughout the compound.  One of the features I enjoy the most is the roaring waterfall. There is nothing more chill than to grab a glass of wine and hang out in one of the seating areas in front of the water display. Even when it's busy on property, there is always a quiet hush at Temecula Creek Inn. Maybe it is the rush of the wind through the trees, or maybe it's the sound of cascading waters, but it really is peaceful. You truly do feel like you are someplace else and out of the ordinary.

Rooms are comfy, clean and nicely appointed, with decor touches that reflect the spirit of the inn.  Each room has a deck that invites the outdoors in. Blood orange scented toiletries by Tarocco smell divine and are provided for your stay.

If you are a foodie like I am, then you will also enjoy a top-notch dining experience at the on-site restaurant, Cork Fire Kitchen.  This place has it all: an inviting ambiance, golf course views, a creative farm-to-table menu with locally-sourced produce, fantastic tasting, five-star dishes and friendly and courteous waitstaff. I can honestly tell you this restaurant is in my top five. Every meal I have enjoyed here has been a total treat, far exceeding any expectations. 

Are you someone who likes to keep busy on your getaways? Temecula Creek Inn will work fabulously for you as well.  Activities you can expect to find on-site or in the immediate area include golf, wine tasting (you are close to the heart of Temecula wine country), shopping (try Old Town Temecula), and indulging in casino action (Pechanga Casino is just two miles away).    

Temecula Creek Inn offers a great opportunity for a quick getaway or staycation. You can relax like I like to do, or pack your stay full of exciting activities.  It's an easy 30 to 60 minutes from most points in San Diego County.  Bring your spouse or bring a friend, but just come!  I hope you enjoy this property as much as I do! Join their email list to keep abreast of special pricing, packages and happenings.

Lakehouse Hotel & Resort in San Marcos- A Fantastic Staycation or Girlfriend Getaway

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Lakehouse Hotel & Resort in San Marcos, California, got it's name because it is reminiscent of a summer lake house. It is where comfortable and rustic are married with refined luxury. For those of us in North County, Lakehouse offers the perfect staycation or girlfriend getaway.  Only 10-30 minutes from most north county cities, you can pull up to the resort and feel like you are somewhere totally away from it all. In fact, it's hard to believe you are still in San Diego County. The beautifully updated compound boasts two pools and hot tubs, gorgeous xeriscaping, comfy seating around the pool, a full-size BBQ, seasonal bar, lake views, fishing, boating, kayaking and SUP on the marina, and has two golf courses just around the corner. When you check in, there is a schedule provided of weekly activities available to you around the resort like poolside movies, morning yoga and more.  Rooms (start at $159 a night), suites (start at $169 a night) and cottages that start at $359 a night.  Rooms are modernly outfitted, comfy, clean and crisp and have the amenities you want when you are away from home, like free WiFi.  I have stayed in a standard room which was fantastic, but I recently stayed in a Shore Cottage and that was simply amazing. When you go with the Cottage you are going to get all kinds of extras like private decks with fire pits, two bedrooms and baths, a kitchenette with fridge, dining table and family room and you will be right down on the water with full lake views and sounds of swans honking. You also get extras like bottled water daily, free use of non-motorized watercraft daily, and s'mores kits to cook up over your personal firepit. I highly recommend the extra splurge on the cottages for larger families or girlfriend getaways.

One of the treats about staying at Lakehouse Hotel & Resort is that there are two wonderful dining options on-site.  You have Decoy, offering an upscale option upstairs and a more casual floating bar/restaurant downstairs that goes by the name of Dockside Bar.  Upstairs you will enjoy a rustic but very upscale lodge feeling with plush blue velvet couches to relax on for some conversation and drinks, or you can pull a chair up to the bar or toasty fireplace.  The dining room boasts full views of the lake and is wall-to-wall windows for your viewing pleasure. You will find interesting foods on the menu such as bison, quail, foie gras, selections from the sea including octopus, and you can also find more traditional menu items like pasta, chicken, lamb, salads and lobster.  Breakfast is also available Monday through Friday 7-11am and weekends a brunch buffet is offered from 10am - 2:30pm.

Downstairs at the Dockside Bar, you will find more casual  menu items like: fish and chips, chicken wings, nachos, salads, pizzas, sandwiches and more, served up with an open-air, lakeside view in a colorful, vibrant atmosphere. Brunch is also available downstairs on weekends from 10am-2:30 pm.  Happy Hour is 4-6pm daily.

I hope I have painted a picture for you of a welcoming resort with plenty of beautiful scenery and interesting activities, because that's what Lakehouse Hotel & Resort is.  Whether you stop by for lunch or dinner or book a little getaway, I hope you will visit soon and tell them that you heard about them on Around The Town. 

P.S. Something to look forward to... Just recently the resort has added concerts on the lake, and the first one took place in March and kicked off with DSB, a fantastic Journey tribute band. I am looking forward to upcoming concerts on the lake, especially The Pettybreakers on September 30th. I hope you will plan to be there and hear some great music with a spectacular backdrop.  I will be sure to let you know when tickets go on sale.

BoomersGo-Karts, Mini Golf, and Other Attractions for 2, 4, or 6 or a Party for Up to Eight at Boomers! (Up to 56% Off)

Summer is just around the corner and Boomers is a great place to take the family. With this offer from Groupon you can get discounted entries for groups of 2, 4, 6 or 8 and save up to 56%.  Sweet!
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Rebecca's Garden- A Carlsbad Treasure Trove!

YOU GUYS! did I ever find a treasure of a spot today! It's called Rebecca's Garden and I honestly was going to walk right past it when my friend noticed the sign and we doubled back and I'm sure glad we did! Do any of you know about this place? It's on State Street in Carlsbad. Sometimes when I go to Succulent Cafe I use the parking lot on State Street just a block away. I have walked past this treasure trove without even seeing it before. From the street it's just this little sign leading you down an alley into this outdoor wonderland of garden goodies. Becky, the owner is sweet and delightful and this place showcases her talents and passions. What I really love is that her prices are for everyone. She gets things at a savings and then she passes those savings along to us. Everything is very affordable. I can't wait to bring some friends and go back and do some shopping. When you come in, tell her that Barb from Around The Town sent you. Sorry, no Facebook page to reference. Word of mouth is what she uses. ❤️ Go soon! Shop local, shop small.  For more photos, please see my post on Around The Town's Facebook page.  She is open Monday through Saturday 11 AM to 5 PM. Rebecca's Garden can be found in the alley next to Leap of Faith Crafts and Fine Vintage Goods at 3087 State Street.

The VIP Experience at Outlets at San Clemente Could Be YOURS!

Checking out the VIP experience at Outlets at San Clemente with all kinds of complimentary goodies. WOW you guys! So how you can get the VIP experience yourself? You can check out the link in the comments to learn more about the VIP program, yes.

If you want to know the easiest way and definitely the funnest way to get the VIP treatment I can tell you how it works. You are not going to believe it and you're going to wonder if there is some sort of catch. I can tell you, there is not. All you have to do is get at least 10 of your friends together and contact the mall in advance and you will be set up with a complementary VIP experience.

You will be welcomed to the private VIP lounge with a glass of champagne and over the course of the day you are free to partake in any snacks and beverages including up to two beer or wine beverages. They will even customize your shopping and VIP experience and put together a special package of discounts and offers selected to accommodate your shopping likes and interests. If you want to shop and then order lunch in the VIP room, they will set that up for you through Ruby's Diner (this part you pay for). There are other ways to customize your special day as well. They also offer a complementary strollers and will hold your shopping bags for you. Isn't this FABULOUS? So start planning your day ladies and don't forget to mention that Barb from Around The Town referred you. To get started setting up your VIP day email them at: shop@outletsatsanclemente.com