LOVE IS IN THE AIR | W Retreat & Spa, Vieques Island, Puerto Rico Redefines the Suite Life in Sophistication and Style

EXCLUSIVE VIP | ANQI SOUTH COAST PLAZA ADDS BERLIN THRILL TO ALLURING NEW YEAR’S EVE COUNTDOWN 2012 by Melissa Sherman Pearl

Special 2 Night Stay at The Hotel Hanford with Pair of Tickets to AnQi’s Exclusive Fantasy of Artistic Curiosities Boasting 80’s Favorite Berlin featuring Terri Nunn  Percentage of Party Proceeds to Benefit Orange County United Way and CASA Orange County

Award-winning AnQi by Crustacean is doing it again.  The exquisite Orange County New Year’s Eve destination has upped their game with this year’s exotic Countdown of Pleasures. Over-the-top entertainment, an ultramodern food bazaar, a private 10-course molecular dining experience at Chef’s Table, and 80’s Band Berlin featuring Terri Nunn is just a taste of what will be found on the West end of South Coast Plaza.

This New Year’s Eve, food will be literally flying off the edible walls as well as the live appetizer-adorned Geisha. Beginning at 9PM, AnQi at South Coast Plaza welcomes party-goers with champagne rain poured by aerialists,  an interactive molecular station, a Liquid Nitrogen ice cream exhibit, a rickshaw of noodles and dumplings, a library of sushi, decadent dessert art, and their Breakfast Bar 2012 along with a host of other culinary and sensory delights. Endless champagne and food are included although additional alcohol is purchased at guest’s discretion. … Continue Reading

MEDITERRANEAN ESCAPE | Top 5 Most Popular Things to Do In Monaco ~ Indulgence at Hotel Metropole Monte Carlo

Set on the Mediterranean Sea between the French and Italian Rivieras, Europe travel to Monaco is synonymous with luxury and indulgence. Measuring less than one square mile in size, this small country has a big reputation for glitz and glamour attracting the rich, the famous, and anyone on Europe vacations seeking the high life. Shop at designer boutiques, enjoy gourmet cuisine, and stay at lavish Monte Carlo hotels.

5 Most Popular Things to Do In Monaco

• Travel by helicopter from Nice to Monte Carlo
• Shop at Cercle d’Or and the Galerie des Allées Lumières
• Spend a day in Cannes or St. Tropez
• Test your luck gambling or enjoy the entertainment at a casino
• Indulge in a spa treatment at Les Thermes Marins de Monte Carlo

Capture the height of glamour on a Europe vacation to Monaco. Travel Europe and don your sun glasses on a lively beach, or in an open air bistro at the Hotel Metropole Monte Carlo  5 Star:    Graceful palace hotel steps from Casino Square  … Continue Reading

PERFECT DAY GIVEAWAY | Epic Ocean Views at One of the World’s Finest Luxury Resorts Entitle One Lucky Winner a Stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel

The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel presents a Weekend Escape that Awakens the Spirits. Be one of the First 100 Ticket holders to ANQi’  Aston Martin Masquerade Event and you’ll be entered into a Drawing to Win a One-Night Stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel:  Escape to one of the world’s finest luxury resorts — The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel. Consistently ranked among the world’s premier travel destinations, this alluring Southern California vacation spot provides the perfect getaway for the discriminating guest. Restore your spirit in the cleansing waters of the spa. … Continue Reading

ASTON MARTIN MASQUERADE AWAKENS THE SPIRITS | Award-Winning ANQI Bistro and the #1 Aston Martin dealership in the Americas reunite to host 2nd Annual Masquerade Party Oct 28th

In celebration of one of the most oldest European traditions, AnQi by Crustacean celebrates Masquerade in true Aston Martin Style, on Friday, October 28th  the Award-Winning Bistro and  the #1 Aston Martin dealership in the Americas, Aston Martin Newport Beach reunite once again to host the 2nd annual Masquerade Party: Friday, October  28th from 9:30 PM – 2 AM. Last year’s affair launched a new special partnership between the two brands, bringing forth an evening of surprises that were well received by the press and guests. James Peacock, General Manager of Aston Martin Newport Beach, states “This year’s event promises to be more dynamic –live entertainment, an impressive spread of ANQI’s famous bites and libations, and a special offer exclusive to our Aston Martin customers.”

To host Masquerade, ANQI at South Coast Plaza will be transformed into an eerie event space. The interest in this inaugural event continues to grow – tickets sold out a week before the event last year and this year’s $73 ticket will likely follow suit. However, Aston Martin Newport Beach customers will receive an exclusive offer that can only be disclosed by contacting the dealership directly. … Continue Reading