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Young Rich Widows: Big Hair, Big Egos, and Big Trouble

“It sounds like the opening of a joke: Four lawyers die in a plane crash. “But no one is laughing inside the brand-new 1985 Cessna careening toward the dark icy Atlantic waters. One engine is already on fire and the other about to blow. “On the manifest: three men, one woman, and a screaming pilot. “’MAYDAY MAYDAY’ “All four partners. The only partners. The foundation of the firm. This group…

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Swiss hotels to fall in love with

Nestled amid the picturesque Alpine landscape, two extraordinary hotels captivate discerning travelers with their distinctiveness: THE OMNIA in the enchanting Zermatt, Valais, and the 7132 Hotel in the charming village of Vals, Grisons. THE OMNIA seamlessly blends sensory delights with refined luxury, offering a holistic and sophisticated travel experience in its modern interpretation of an…

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What's New Chicago

Inside Chicago Walking Tours, ranked #1 of 386 Tours and Activities in Chicago on TripAdvisor, will be running two public tour routes in January and February 2024:  The World Within (I) – Everyone does a boat tour when they visit Chicago.  But as fun as that is, it’s a very tiny sliver of what Chicago has to offer architecturally!  Let Inside Chicago Walking Tours guide you inside some of the…

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The best way to travel throughout Italy: Private sailing -- and it’s easier and more affordable than you think

Vacationing in Italy is still as popular as ever. With peak season for Italy travel just around the corner, should you happen to be working on anything related to the best ways to enjoy one of 2024’s most popular destinations, please keep sailing in mind (how else can you catch a volcano eruption from the water or visit a car-free island?). Dream Yacht Worldwide, a leading sea-based vacation…

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Motor Valley Fest Returns to Emilia Romagna this May

The sixth edition of the Motor Valley Fest returns to Modena, Emilia Romagna, from May 2-5, 2024. Celebrating the heart of Italian motor culture, the festival offers a rich lineup of events and exhibitions designed for enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Expected to draw over 70,000 attendees, the festival features a diverse program including over 20 in-depth meetings on industry…

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The Ultimate Champagne Experience: The Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne Dinner

Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain is hosting a Veuve Champagne Dinner on April 25th at 5:30 PM. It’s an intimate evening of refined dining and champagne pairings in CORE Kitchen & Wine Bar. Chef Christian Dyson has crafted a five-course tasting menu expertly paired with Champagne from Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin.has meticulously crafted a five-course tasting menu expertly paired with selections from…

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Celebrate California's "Down to Earth Month" with Wine Events/Recipes

California Wines is launching its 13th annual Down to Earth Month celebrating the state’s global leadership in wine sustainability. Throughout April, the campaign highlights California’s commitment to sustainable viticulture and winemaking through environmental stewardship, economic impact, social equity and community engagement. California — the world’s fourth-largest wine-producing region —…

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NYTimes: The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now https://www.nytimes.com/article/best-restaurants-chicago.html?unlocked_article_code=1.jE0.rDkL.hjplGFNBS-B2&ugrp=m

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Tickets Now On Sale for One of World’s Most Thrilling Race-Watching Experiences

MGM Resorts International’s Bellagio Fountain Club makes its return for the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN SILVER LAS VEGAS GRAND PRIX 2024, delivering race fans one of the circuit’s most exciting event experiences. Tickets for the premier race weekend destination are now on sale, inviting attendees to enjoy an extraordinary VIP experience only available at Bellagio Fountain Club. Centrally located on the…

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The Duchess: Scandalous Ladies of London by Sophie Jordan

“I liked my husband well enough . . . but I like him even better dead,” says Duchess Valencia Dedham. Now a Dowager Duchess following the death of her husband (no great loss there) and the discovery of the nearest male heir means Valencia Dedham must move out of the mansion that has been her home since she married at a young age and into a dower house far away in Yorkshire. It’s all part of…

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CHOOSE CHICAGO TO LAUNCH NEW TRAVEL SERIES “THE 77: A CITY OF NEIGHBORHOODS”

Choose Chicago announced today the upcoming release of a new neighborhood travel show titled “The 77: A City of Neighborhoods.” This new series tells the stories of residents and small business owners in five neighborhoods, taking viewers on a captivating and delicious journey to explore the authentic stories, culinary traditions, and preservation efforts that define these remarkable…

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Tracey Garvis Graves and Rochelle Weinstein: In-Conversation with Lauren Margolin

The Book Stall (811 Elm Street in Winnetka) is so pleased to host authors Tracey Garvis Graves and Rochelle Weinstein on Wednesday, April 24th at 6:30 PM. They will be in conversation with Lauren Margolin, a.k.a. The Good Book Fairy.  Tracey Garvis Graves’ new book is The Trail of Lost Hearts, which Colleen Hoover calls, “Breathtaking and endlessly romantic.” Rochelle Weinstein’s latest title…

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A Unique Alternative to the Kentucky Derby: National Corvette Museum's Horsepower Experience

The Kentucky Derby is famous for its combination of horse-racing thrills (it’s the most exciting two minutes in sports!) and elegant fashion. But this year, as the Derby celebrates its 150th anniversary, fans can experience horsepower of a completely different kind … and one that’s just as much a part of Kentucky as horses. Bowling Green, the third-largest city in the Bluegrass State, is home to…

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The Book Stall (811 Elm Street in Winnetka) is delighted to host author Jane Bertch on Thursday, April 11 at 6:30 pm for a discussion featuring her new book, The French Ingredient: Making a Life in Paris One Lesson at a Time, the inspiring and delicious memoir of an American woman who had the gall to open a cooking school in Paris. A true story of triumphing over French naysayers and falling in…

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Max's War: The Story of a Ritchie Boy

The Book Stall (811 Elm Street in Winnetka) on Thursday, April 18 at 6:30 pm is presenting a program with author Libby Fischer Hellman featuring her new book, Max’s War: The Story of a Ritchie Boy. This suspenseful coming-of-age war story is Libby Hellmann’s tribute to her late father-in-law who was active with the OSS and interrogated dozens of German POWs. To register for this free event,…