An Italian sparkling wine produced underground: Vintner Mauro Camusso send bottles into a disused mine

One may be tempted to find a cave and live it in till 2016 is done — you know, with all its unwelcome surprises — but sometimes we may need to brave it out above ground so that others can create delicious sparkling wine.

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Hotels opening in 2017: Check into these new accommodations in Paris, Bora Bora and more for your upcoming holidays

With 2017 heading our way, we are gearing up to make those vacation plans a reality. Seven hotels are set to welcome guests when they open and we take a peek at what is in store from Bhutan to London and even Beverly Hills

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Happy New Year!

Drop the last year into the silent limbo of the past.
Let it go, for it was imperfect, and thank God that it can go.
– Author unknown

from Habitually Chic®

10 Hangover Busting Breakfast Recipes

Overdo the cocktails? These hearty recipes will get you on the tasty road to recovery after a long night on the tiles.

from Fine Dining Lovers

Best of Travel 2016

Daily Dream Home: Tarrytown, Austin

The Tarrytown area of Austin is known to be one of the most prestigious areas of central Austin, offering the conveniences of local living matched with all the benefits of a downtown address. Tarrytown homes for sale reflect a range of dynamic styles and offers lush, tree-lined streets.

This home was built in the 1970s and is surrounded by mature trees and landscaping  to create a fun tree top setting.

The living spaces are flooded with light and open up to the outdoors.

The updated gourmet kitchen has wood counters accented with beautiful stone backsplashes. Other details include a private study, wet bar, and a spacious and elegant formal dining area. The home has warm oak floors, two fireplaces and many large built-ins throughout.

This home is listed for $1.4 million with Realty Austin and is showcased by Luxury Portfolio.

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Daily Dream Home: Land O Lakes Florida

The town of Land O Lakes Florida certainly earns its name with a variety of large and small lakes which are great for recreation. If you are looking for a private home that feels like old Florida, you have found your retreat.

This estate is located on nearly 2 acres of land on Lake Thomas, surrounded by a privacy wall and completely gated with circular driveway. The home has a heated pool and pathways lead directly to Lake Thomas where a floating dock as well as a dock with a boat lift and fish prep station await.

The master suite is downstairs overlooking the serene lake and pool. The master bath features jetted garden tub and separate shower with dual vanities.

The well appointed kitchen offers Themador dual ovens, Thermador gas range, and a KitchenAid Superba Refrigerator, with separate prep sink and island. There is also a game room with closet which could be a 6th bedroom and a 23 foot mirrored exercise room which could be made into another bonus area. The home features one attached three-car garage, and a separate detached three-car garage.

This property is listed for $1.2 million with Smith & Associates and is showcased by Luxury Portfolio.

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