JOHN WAYNE AIRPORT | Elevates Hauteoc Travelers and Welcomes Terminal C: 6 New Gates, Brand New Terminals, Shopping and Dining Options

Effective Sunday, November 20, 2011, Frontier and Southwest Airlines will be fully operational in John Wayne Airport’s new Terminal C. Passengers flying on these airlines should use Terminal C to check bags, access security screening and claim bags at Baggage Carousel 5, 6 or 7.    Parking Structure B2 and the new Parking Structure C are the parking options closest to Terminal C. A new Valet Parking location is also available in front of Terminal C.
Terminal C, which opened to the public on November 14, 2011, includes six new bridged aircraft gates, a new commuter terminal, more security checkpoints, self-serve check-in kiosks, as well as new dining and shopping options.
In addition to the new terminal, Parking Structure C, with more than 2,000 parking spaces and advanced parking technology is now open and includes:
- Digital signage to identify how many parking spots are available in real-time.
- Kiosks that allow travelers to pay for parking as they exit the airport (pay-on-foot), before getting to their cars.   Effective, November 20, 2011, Frontier and Southwest Airlines will no longer serve passengers in Terminal B.  In order to meet the growing needs of the traveling public, John Wayne Airports welcomes Terminal C.

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ANTHOLOGY OF ART | ARIANE MACDONALD debuts Dawson Cole Fine Art at Hong Kong’s International Art Market and introduces Richard MacDonald London Royal Ballet Collection in Laguna Beach

As a gallery owner, I have come across some of the most worldly and profound experiences through art.  It is a fascinating time to be in the industry because of the compelling opportunities, and this aside from working with one of the most renowned sculptors in the world, Richard MacDonald, makes it a privilege.  I just returned from mainland China and Hong Kong where Dawson Cole Fine Art made its first foray into the international art market.  The gallery participated in the Arts Asia 2011 Fair at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center taking our core group of artist including Chuck Close, Richard MacDonald, Wayne Thiebaud, Jian Wang and Donald Sultan. The fair takes place at the peak of the important art auction season in Hong Kong and attracts an incredible number of  major art dealers, collectors and connoisseurs from both Asia and around the world. … Continue Reading

International Aficionados will appreciate Travel Tips by Season’s Away Kevin Abel, Virtuoso Member, of Luxury Villas Typical overseas bank or ATM machine

Kevin Abel, Seasons Way Virtuoso Member, has economical saving tips worth recognizing when traveling:

Use ATM machines wherever possible to get cash.  Remember that the bank machine will be dispensing cash in the local currency, not US dollars if you are overseas. While there are some transaction fees involved, invariably you will get the best currency conversion rate.

Currently there is either a 3% transaction fee or a $5-10 US charge, whichever is less, charged by most banks for overseas ATM cash withdrawals. For this reason, take out a reasonable amount of cash on each withdrawal to “dilute” the impact of the fees. Some banks may waive these fees if asked and if you do a substantial amount of business with the bank.

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AIR TRAVEL | VIRGIN AMERICA Takes Top Honors 4th Consecutive Year in a Row for Innovative Low-Fare Service Launches “You Win Some, You Win Some More” fare sale

Virgin America, the California–based airline that is reinventing domestic travel, took top honors as “Best U.S. Airline” in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler’s 2011 Readers’ Choice Awards.  Launched in August 2007, Virgin America has captured the award for the fourth consecutive year for its innovative low–fare service. The results of this year’s Readers’ Choice Awards will be reported in the November issue of Condé Nast Traveler.  The survey is unique for both its size and unfiltered results and reflects the opinions of nearly 30,000 Condé Nast Traveler readers.  To thank guests for voting the airline best in America for the fourth year in a row, Virgin America today launches the “You Win Some, You Win Some More” fare sale with fares as low as $44,* with restrictions, taxes and fees applying. … Continue Reading

RUBEN FLORES’ EXTRAORDINARY GARDEN TOURS | Stirs inspiration among local Botanical Enthusiasts – Join Us on Ruben’s next excursion a South Coast Luxury Resorts Landscape Tour – OCT 8TH! Plus Learn about Tauck’s World Horticulture Expedition to the FLORIADE

If you haven’t already met Global Gardener Ruben Flores President and owner of Laguna Nursery and VisionScape, and your looking for that botanical inspiration to add that little extra special something to your garden, or perhaps a profound renovation in landscaping, make sure you friend him via Facebook, chances are you’ll find new ways to spruce up your garden! Join us on  his Extraordinary Garden Tours throughout Southern California, it is truly spectacular.

Ruben’s Well-Traveled horticultural expertise and garden inspirations have garnered him clients from the World-over, combined with his quick-witted charm and worldly knowledge of all things art history, landscaping and gardening, Ruben’s creative instinct has made him Orange County’s most sought-after gardener notably known for a creating some of the most compelling extraordinary landscapes and gardens. His garden tours are no different, each one a new exploration and journey to learn from. … Continue Reading