Monthly Archives: December 2012

What pops into your mind when I tell you to imagine the sunny beaches of California? Is it the sand between your toes, sunbathing beauties in barely-there bikinis, flip-flops and beach volleyball or perhaps David Hasselhoff running in slow motion in skimpy red swim trunks? If … Continue reading →

  Rain rain, go away, or at least chill out during peak holiday shopping hours. It’s a wet one in San Francisco today, but I just learned Macy’s in Union Square is open for the next 48 hours. So if you need … Continue reading →

The holidays are a time for giving; not gambling. Right? While a Sin City excursion may seem like a total budget buster this month, December (excluding NYE) through February are actually some of the most affordable times to plan a Vegas vacation. In case you … Continue reading →

The past week has been crazy and I’m sure you’re feeling the McFluster of holiday pressures upon you, but here’s what’s coming this week on Savvy Spice. *Tomorrow, Vegas Style! Reporting from the Vdara Hotel & Spa this weekend from Sin City I’ll include my top tips for planning … Continue reading →

 Rain, sleet, snow, muddy puddles and every other winter weather element you can imagine aren’t exactly conducive to wearing white in December. Yet, I love the idea of an ivory dress, fluffy white sweater or a pair of snow colored … Continue reading →

California has had some crazy rainstorms, flooding and intense weather related Facebook updates in the past week. While I’ve missed the stormy Cali conditions; my sister has been cooped up indoors in Nor-Cal. It’s the perfect time to have her showcase … Continue reading →

From Zurich, Italy to France and back, I’m experiencing my first December in Europe. While the weather outside is chilly; it’s nothing a mug of Glühwein (special hot wine punch) can’t handle. And this brings me to the Christmas Markets here in … Continue reading →