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About Karla Erovick

Karla Erovick

Karla Erovick is an author, journalist and marketing gal. She loves to travel to undiscovered places and experience travel from a local’s perspective. She has studied Spanish in Seville, Spain; lived in Dubai, working on a mega real estate development project; and hiked through the jungles of Panama. She is the author of “Love to Date – Date to Love: Unlocking the Secrets of Dating.” Not wanting to keep this information a secret she has shared dating tips on the radio, television and in the media.

Karla is a contributor to Tangodiva.com, Frontier Airlines Wild Blue Yonder Magazine, and Examiner.com as the SF Romance Travel Examiner. Currently she resides in San Francisco where she shares her knowledge of exciting things to see and do.

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Posted on: July 15, 2010 | Comments Off
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Kenwood, California, USA: Taste of Spain in Sonoma

Paella is a house specialty at the Vineyards Inn

When we stopped for lunch at the Vineyards Inn during a wine-tasting weekend, I had no idea of the culinary adventure that awaited. All I knew was that this is the Greenest Restaurant in the Bay Area and they serve Spanish cuisine, which was all I needed to hear. Continue reading →

Posted on: February 2, 2012 | Leave a comment
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Casa Verde, Flavors of Andalucia, jetsetextra, Karla Erovick, organic, Rose Hill, Sonoma, Spanish cuisine, Sustainable, tapas, Vineyards Inn, wine tasting

Sonoma County, California, USA: Girlfriend Getaway in the Wine Country

Sonoma Wine Country offers unlimited adventures

Starting the New Year with a Girlfriend Getaway to the Sonoma Wine Country was one of my best ideas ever. Fitting relaxation and fun into 48 short hours was the predicament. Our priorities were simple – time at the spa, wine tasting, great food, and shopping. The Flamingo Resort, conveniently located close to Sonoma wineries, was the top choice for all of the adventures that we had planned. Continue reading →

Posted on: January 31, 2012 | Leave a comment
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged BR Cohn Winery, champagne, Flamingo Resort & Spa, Heart of Sonoma, indulge, Jeffrey's Hillside Cafe, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, Montgomery Village, Monti's Rotisserie & Bar, pampering, Sonoma, The Spa at Montecito Heights, Vineyards Inn, VJB Vineyards, wine tasting

Santa Rosa, California, USA: Blissful Girls’ Day at the Spa

A day of pampering

One of my New Year’s resolutions was to spend more time with my girlfriends and to take better care of my physical health. What better way to accomplish both than with a Girlfriend Getaway weekend. On the list of must-dos were spa treatments, wine tasting and gourmet meals. Finding the perfect location for our weekend was an easy choice. My favorite wine country resort, The Flamingo, has an on-premise spa that I was dying to try. Continue reading →

Posted on: January 23, 2012 | Leave a comment
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged champagne, Flamingo Resort & Spa, indulge, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, pampering, Sonoma, Spa, The Spa at Montecito Heights

San Francisco, California, USA: Champagne + Afternoon Tea = Royal Treatment at the Palace Hotel

Experience the Palace Hotel during the holidays

One of my favorite holiday traditions is to enjoy a glass of champagne along with afternoon tea in a beautiful hotel. Many of San Francisco’s luxury hotels offer afternoon tea during the holidays, but the Palace Hotel serves tea all year. I can’t think of nicer respite from the madness of holiday shopping than to spend an hour with a friend, to enjoy a pot of perfectly brewed tea along with tea sandwiches, pastries, and scones. There is something very civilized about the ritual of tea. Continue reading →

Posted on: December 16, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged afternoon tea, champagne, Garden Court, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, Luxury Collection, Palace Hotel, San Francisco, Starwood Hotels

Kauai, Hawaii, USA: Sacred Journey Practicing Yoga

Kauai is a magical place with spiritual energy

When I had the opportunity to participate in a five-day yoga retreat in Kauai, I jumped at the chance. Kauai is one of the world’s most sacred places, located on an energy vortex along with New Zealand and Sedona. The retreat took place during 11/11/11, which was an auspicious date for transformation. Continue reading →

Posted on: November 29, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged 11/11/2011, ayurveda, indulge, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, Kaui, pampering, Retreat Sedona, Yoga

San Francisco, California, USA: A Decadent Afternoon at Nob Hill Spa

Spa with a view

San Francisco has a plethora of spas from which to choose, but when I am in need of pampering, one of my favorite places is Nob Hill Spa. This beautiful spa is located in the stately Huntington Hotel atop Nob Hill. To reach the spa you descend down a spiral staircase where a stunning infinity pool and beautiful skyline views await. Most spas don’t provide views, but at Nob Hill Spa it is definitely an amenity. Continue reading →

Posted on: November 15, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged champagne, Huntington Hotel, indulge, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Nob Hill, Nob Hill Spa, pampering, San Francisco, Spa

Calistoga, California, USA: VIP Bubbly Tasting at Frank Family Vineyards

A private tasting of exceptional sparkling wine

One of my most memorable wine-tasting experiences was an intimate tasting at Frank Family Vineyards with Tasting Room Manager Dennis Zablosky. Frank Family Vineyards makes both still and sparkling wine, and I had arranged in advance to have a private tasting of their sparkling wines. Upon arriving at the beautiful property, I was ushered into the inner sanctum for my tasting. Continue reading →

Posted on: November 14, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged champagne, Dennis Zablosky, Frank Family Vineyards, Hans Kornell, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, Rich Frank, sparkling wine, Todd Graff, wine tasting

Calistoga, California, USA: Royal Tasting at Castello di Amorosa

Savor Italian wines in an authentic Tuscan Castle

Imagine tasting excellent wine in a Tuscan castle and later riding through the vineyards in a horse-drawn carriage – in the Napa Valley. At Castello di Amorosa you can create your own VIP experience with plenty of style. This beautiful winery was inspired by the owner’s love of medieval castles and wine. Continue reading →

Posted on: November 10, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Calistoga, Castello di Amorosa, Dario Sattui, horse drawn carriage vineyard tour, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, Napa Valley, Tuscan Castle, wine tasting

Yountville, CA, USA: Tickled Pink at Domaine Chandon

Welcomed by Rose Sparkling Wine

Pink was everywhere at Domain Chandon’s Pink Party to benefit the National Breast Cancer Foundation, from the pink lanterns strung throughout the marvelous oak trees to the pink sparkling wine to guests sporting a touch of pink clothing. It was a magnificent evening of fashion, food and sparkling wine and it was all for a good cause. Continue reading →

Posted on: October 24, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged champagne, Domain Chandon, etoile, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, Napa Valley, National Breast Cancer Foundation, Pink Party

Berkeley, California, USA: FIVE Restaurant is a Modern Bistro with Southern Style

FIVE has exceptional food and a beautiful dining environment

FIVE Restaurant is that bistro and bar where you could easily become a regular. The reason for its popularity is clearly the food, a blend of California’s fresh ingredients with Southern-inspired recipes. Located in the Hotel Shattuck Plaza, it is the quintessential contemporary restaurant located in a beautiful historic building. Continue reading →

Posted on: October 12, 2011 | Comments Off
Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Berkeley Fine Dining, Bistro, Chef Banks White, FIVE Restaurant, happy hour specials, Hotel Shattuck Plaza, jetsetextra, jetsetextra.com, Karla Erovick, prix fixe menu, Southern, Sustainable, Zagat

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