Phoenix Area New Year's Eve Events

HAPPY NEW YEARS FROM MAGGIE'S PLANET

Things to Do in Phoenix on New Year's Eve
All Star New Year's Bash
The Clubhouse, Tempe
Doors open at 7 p.m.
Antidote & Drunken Immortals w/ The Insects, Crusher SS, Solid Ground, Discombobulater, DJ Terra. Champagne toast, party favors.

EastonAshe New Year's Bash
Carefree Resort and Villas
7 p.m.
Tickets: $50 plus a variety of room, dining and child care options
The evening will feature a performance by EastonAshe, a midnight countdown, champagne toast and many other surprises. Room and dining discounts available.

Fiesta Bowl Block Party
Tempe Beach Park and Mill Avenue, Downtown Tempe
Tickets: $25
Named one of the top ten places in the nation to ring in the New Year by USA Today, the Insight Fiesta Bowl Block Party will welcome more than 150,000 people to enjoy New Year's Eve entertainment, pep rallies, fireworks, carnival rides, interactive games and more.

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Frank Caliendo
Tempe Improv, Tempe
7 p.m.
$60 per ticket.

Insight Bowl
Sun Devil Stadium, Downtown Tempe
Tickets: $20 and up.
The Indiana Hoosiers will meet the Oklahoma State Cowboys for this college football bowl game that starts at 4 p.m.

Jerry Riopelle with special guest The Tubes featuring Fee Waybill
Dodge Theatre, Phoenix
Doors open at 8 p.m.
$32 - $97 per ticket.

Keith Sweat Live
Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix
Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 9 p.m.
$40 - $65 per ticket.

Last Exit
Tempe
Doors open at 8 p.m., 21+
Tramps & Thieves, Truckers On Speed, Los Guys. $10.

Mesa Symphony
Chandler Center for the Arts, Chandler
7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $20 - $45
The Mesa Symphony Orchestra presents "An Evening of Viennese Operettas and a Few Other Things..." with guest artists Lisanne Norman, soprano, and Andrew Gray, bass-baritone. It's a salute to the Blue Danube, the Merry Widow and other favorites from the Viennese and U.S. Operetta stage.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

Xmas Shopping in... Italy

Where to get the best deals on Armani, Gucci and the other big names in fashion
Italy's fashion houses do not advertise these stores, some refuse to admit their existence, but once you know where they are you need never pay high-street prices again.

Rotating around the mother ship of Milan are discreet towns and suburbs with outlets offering massive discounts on top-brand clothes and accessories.

The fashion houses bypass conventional retailers to sell directly to the public, wiping out mark-ups which can account for half the price. But to avoid a retailer revolt they tend to keep it quiet, so quiet that many fashion insiders are ignorant of the bargains on their doorstep. After agreeing to supply addresses for this article, several leading houses changed their mind. Cats out of bags and all that. They are also concerned that too high a profile might debase brands by exuding a whiff of cheapness. Much of the stock comes from seconds or showroom collections, but not all. Discounts of up to 70% are common.

But it took a Dutch woman, Theodora Van Meurs, to blow the whistle by writing a bargain hunting guide to Italy: Lo Scoprioccasioni (Editoriale Shopping Italia, tel: 0039 02 7063 4605), now in its fourth edition. For £9 you get 2,000 addresses. Most of the outlets are in the triangle between Turin, Milan and Florence.

No-frills flights can make it cheaper to fly from Stansted to Milan than to Edinburgh. Go (0845 60 54321) flies from £88 return.

Armani

Armani Factory Store
Provinciale per Bregnano, 12, Vertemate (near Como).
Tel: 0039 031 887 373.
Open: 9.30am-7pm, closed Monday.

Three storeys of clothes and accessories straight from the Emporio production line. A lot of beige and taupe. Coats £145, trousers £29, shirts £14.50, jeans £14.50.

Antinea
Via Stazione, 93, Trissino (near Vicenza).
Tel: 0039 0445 424 100.
Open 9am-7pm, Monday 3pm-7pm.

More Emporio Armani, including seconds. A lot of wool. Suits £125, trousers £48, seconds' jeans £14.

Diesel


Surplus Diesel
Via Ponticello, 34, Molvena (near Vicenza).
Tel: 0039 0424 411 811.
Open: 9am-12.30pm, 3.30pm-7.30pm, Wednesday 9am-7pm.

Contrived bargain-basement atmosphere. Remainders and seconds on the first floor. Section for children. T-shirts and jeans £12-£18.

Dolce & Gabbano


Dolce Saverio
Via Rossini, 70, Legnano (near Milan).
Tel: 0039 0331 545 888.
Open: 10am-1.30pm, 2.30pm-7pm, closed Tuesday.

Remains from the first line. Suits £120-£145. Also shoes.

Fontana di Trebbia

Via Trebbia, 26, Milan
Tel: 0039 02 5519 4353.
Open: 8am-12.30pm, 2am-5.30pm, closed Saturday.

Bags and suitcases from Fontana and Dolce & Gabbana, in vivid colours from £20.

Gucci


Gucci
Via Aretina, 63, Leccio Reggello (near Florence).
Tel: 0039 055 865 7775.
Open: 9am-6pm, Tuesday 9am-1pm.

Spacious and luxurious surroundings. Ties £14, linen jackets £280, shoes £18, classic bags £240.

Jill Sander


Emporio Lario 1898
Via Vittorio Veneto, 52, Cirimido (near Como)
Tel: 0039 031 352 3111
Open: 9.30-7pm.


Jill Sander footwear and boots £30. Also Lario shoes.

Prada


I Pellettieri d'Italia
Localita Levanella, 69, Montevarchi (near Arezzo).
Tel: 0039 0978 9188
Open: 9.30-1, 2-6.30

The Japanese are on to this one, so be prepared to enter a scrum. Prada bags from around £100, ties and scarves £14, shoes £48.

Valentino


New Marbas
Via Croppina, 8, Parre (near Bergamo).
Tel: 0039 035 702 141.
Open: 4.30pm-6.30pm, closed Saturday.

Sweaters mostly, £12. Also stocks Alfred Dunhill and Polo.

Ferre and GM Venturi


Italiana Manifatture
Via San Petronilla, 15, Teramo (central Italy)
Tel: 0039 085 894 2141
Open: 9.30am-12.30pm, 4.30am-8pm, closed Monday during winter.

Factory prices for sport and casual gear. Also stocks from Valentino and Filippo Alpi

48 Hours in Chicago ..Xmas Style..Ho Ho Ho

Go Christmas shopping, visit a winter festival and enjoy spectacular views from the tallest building in America,


WHY GO NOW?

The eleventh annual "Chicaglo" season, a three-month festival of seasonal celebrations and family activities, reaches its climax in December. There are candlelit concerts and Christmas markets, and a particular highlight will be the Joffrey Ballet's presentation of The Nutcracker at the Auditorium Theatre , 50 East Congress Parkway (001 312 902 1500) from 5 December (tickets from $15-$90 (£10-£60). For more information and a programme of events, contact the tourist office on 001 877 244 2246; or visit www.877chicago.com/chicaglo.

BEAM DOWN

December is a cheap time to go - search the internet for the best deals (www.deckchair.com is a good site) and you may well be able to find tickets for less than £300, including non-stop flights with British Airways. If you can travel before 15 December, Trailfinders (020-7628 7628) has flights from £229 with Air India. All international flights arrive at O'Hare airport, which is 17 miles north-west of downtown Chicago and vies with Atlanta for the title of busiest airport in the world.

GET YOUR BEARINGS

From O'Hare airport, the "El" (short for elevated railway, as the CTA network is known) takes you anywhere in the city. At the airport station, invest $9 (£6.30) on a two-day unlimited-travel pass, and ask for the CTA map. Alternatively, a taxi will cost about $35 (£20). Once downtown, the main tourist offices are at Chicago Water Works , 163 East Pearson, open daily 7.30am-7pm; and in the Chicago Cultural Center, 77 East Randolph, open Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, and 11am-5pm on Sunday; 001 877 244 2246; www.choosechicago.com.

CHECK IN

If it's spectacular you're after, try the Drake Hotel , 140 East Walton Place (001 312 787 2200; www.thedrakehotel.com), located just by Michigan Avenue, the shoppers' paradise. Expect to pay between $139 (£98) and $469 (£310) for the executive rooms. The Hotel Burnham , 1 West Washington (001 312 782 1111; www.burnhamhotel.com), has rooms from $169-$249 (£112-£166). The Days Inn Lincoln Park North , 644 West Diversey Parkway (001 773 525 7010; www.lpn daysinn.com) is in a great location close to Lincoln Park Zoo . Rates start from $111 (£74) for a double. The rates are for one person, and you pay $10 (£7) for each extra guest; children under 18free.

TAKE A VIEW

The Sears and Hancock Towers provide the best views. Although Sears is incredible (the tallest building in the US), don't overlook the Hancock . It's less touristy, but just as spectacular, with views spanning up to 80 miles. The Hancock Observatory at 875 North Michigan Avenue (001 312 751 3681), is open 9am to 11pm; $9.75 (£6.50). You should try out the Skywalk while you're there: although you're fenced-in, you can still feel what the air is like 1,000ft above the ground. At Sears, 233 South Wacker Drive (001 312 875 9696), you can visit the Skydeck , which is 1,353ft up. Admission is $9.95 (£6.60), and it's open May-September, 10am-10pm; October-April, 10am-8pm.

TAKE A HIKE

Start at the Art Institute (see Cultural Afternoon), then walk north up North Michigan Avenue, which will give you a chance to do some shopping. You can then head down a block or two west, and walk parallel with Michigan Avenue. It's not difficult to find your way back, and this way you'll avoid the crowds and find the smaller cafés. When you come to East Lake Shore Drive, there's a subway to get to Oak Street Beach . It's well worth a visit in the summer, but winter may be a little chilly...

TAKE A RIDE

Take advantage of the city's free "trolleys" which run between the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), Metra and Amtrack stops, and drop you off at many popular tourist destinations, including the Navy Pier , the museum campus (incorporating the Field Museum, Shedd Aquarium and Plantetarium) and Michigan Avenue. They usually run every 20 to 30 minutes, and operate for longer at the weekends (10am-6pm), but it depends greatly on the time of year, so call the free number, 001 877 244 2246, for more information.

LUNCH ON THE RUN

At Water Tower Place , 835 North Michigan Avenue (001 312 440 3165; www.shopwatertower.com) head to Foodlife, the food court. You'll find everything here from burgers and fries in a basket to fruit smoothies and luxury salads. Hectic, but fun.

WINDOW SHOPPING

The "Magnificent Mile", North Michigan Avenue, has far too many shops to list, but you could start at Marshall Field's flagship store, 111 North State Street (001 312 781 1000, open 9am-9pm Monday-Saturday, 11am-6pm Sunday), which boasts 10 floors of spending heaven. Water Tower Place is also worth a visit: it's the biggest mall on North Michigan Avenue with more than 100 shops, and comes complete with a welcoming water sculpture. Check out the giant candy-filled sign in the window of FAO Schweetz.

AN APERITIF

You won't get very far unless you carry ID proving you are 21 or over. However, if you can drink, a wonderfully lively place is Lalo's , 1960 North Clybourn (001 773 880 5256). See if you can fit one of their "medium" margarita glasses comfortably in one hand - a task made all the more tricky when you're applauding the live mariachi music.

DINNER WITH THE LOCALS

If it's food with entertainment you're after, look no further than Ed Debevic's, , 640 North Wells Street (001 312 664 1707). There are good, hefty American burgers and giant salads, but it's the insults you go for. The waiters will shout at you and at each other, and then get up on the counter (it's a Fifties-style diner) and do Rose Royce's "Car Wash". Not for the shy and retiring, great for the children. For something completely different, try the Soundings Restaurant at the John G Shedd Aquarium , 1200 South Lake Shore Drive (001 312 939 2438). You can enjoy pasta, fish and grilled food with a spectacular view of Lake Michigan. A smaller, neighbourhood choice is Big Bowl , 6 East Cedar (001 312 640 8888). You won't be leaving hungry - the Asian food there is delicious.

SUNDAY MORNING: GO TO CHURCH

The oldest public building in Chicago is Old St Patrick's church , 700 West Adams (001 312 648 1021; www.oldstpats.org), which was founded by Irish immigrants on Easter morning 1846. It's one of the few buildings to survive the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. There are regular services on a Sunday.

OUT TO BRUNCH

The best place for brunch has to be Toast , 2046 North Damen (001 773 772 5600), open 8am-4pm at the weekends, 7am-3pm during the week. A wonderful little restaurant worth travelling out for, Toast is just out of the way enough not to get too packed, but popular with the local residents. It has a light, airy feel, with a no-smoking policy, and it's very reasonably priced, with free refills on the thoroughly dreamy hot chocolate.

A WALK IN THE PARK

Follow in the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway and the architect Frank Lloyd Wright, and head to the picture-perfect suburb of Oak Park. The former was born here, and the latter lived in the area and designed 26 of its buildings. Frank Lloyd Wright's Home and Studio can be found at 951 West Chicago Avenue (001 708 848 1976; www.wrightplus.org); the official tour starts every 20 minutes from 11am to 3pm at weekends, and at 11am, 1pm and 3pm on weekdays and costs $9 (£6).

WRITE A POSTCARD

Buy a selection of postcards featuring Oak Park's gingerbread house-fronts and white picket fences from the museum shop at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio . Then wander back towards this peaceful suburb's main thoroughfare, Lake Street, window shopping at Fannie May's Chocolate Shop, before sinking into one of the vinyl booths, pen in hand, in the Cozy Corner Cafe, a Fifties-style diner complete with bouffant-haired waitresses.

CULTURAL AFTERNOON

The Art Institute , 111 South Michigan Avenue (001 312 443 3600; www.artic.edu) could easily take up most of your day with its collection of 300,000 works of art. There's a wide variety of objects from medieval armour to works by Andy Warhol here. It's open every day except Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. If you can go on a Tuesday it's free, while on other days you must give something (they recommend $10/£7).

THE ICING ON THE CAKE

The Field Museum , 1400 South Lake Shore Drive (001 312 922 9410; www.fmnh.org), boasts the world's largest and most complete T-rex - Sue - whose head is so heavy it has to be displayed separately from the body. It's open 9am-5pm every day except Christmas Day. On Mondays and Tuesdays, until 23 December, basic admission is free. Otherwise, it's $10 (£7) for an adult, and you might have to pay more on special exhibitions

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Featured Ice Cream Franchise:
MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery

MaggieMoo's International, LLC, franchisor of retail ice cream treateries, offers a unique concept and a product offering that has been selected as the "best ice cream in the market" in consumer surveys conducted by several local newspapers and magazines. They are also the only national retail chain to win five Blue Ribbon Awards from the National Ice Cream Retailer’s Association for Vanilla, Vanilla Bean, Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, and Strawberry.MaggieMoo's offers super premium ice cream, which is made fresh in their Treateries each day. Forty-five ice cream flavors are available and rotated on a regular basis, with 22 flavors on display at one time. Customers select their ice cream flavor, which is then customized with their choice of "mix-ins" such as candy, nuts, cookies, or fruit. Then, in full view of the customer, these mix-ins are hand-folded into the ice cream on a frozen granite table, pushing out any pockets of air, elevating the product's temperature to an optimum consumption level and creating the finest and freshest product served in the customer's choice of a waffle cone, cup, or sundae. Moolicious!Their spokescow, Maggie, brings smiles to children of all ages. She celebrates her award-winning ice cream in style, always decked out in her pink dress and pearls. She is often seen around town buying a frozen coffee, making a charity donation, or checking out books at the library!
In addition to a superior concept and product, MaggieMoo's offers its franchisees unparalleled operations and marketing support,

Shopping Atlantic City/ Tropicana Resort and Casino

Atlantic City shopping has reached new heights at Tropicana Resort and Casino in Atlantic City! With The Quarter, Tropicana's newest addition, you are bound to find just what you are looking for with over 30 Atlantic City shops under one roof.
From Cary Grant to Ben Affleck, leading men throughout the ages have sought out Brooks Brothers to clothe them both on screen and off. Founded in 1818, Brooks Brothers has defined American style for close to two centuries. The Quarter at Tropicana. 609-340-0092

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With its exclusive private-label designs, and 350 locations nationwide, Chico's has transformed the way women shop for clothes. In the two decades Chico's has grown to become one of the country's leading specialty retail companies. Truly, no shopping area would be complete without Chico's. The Quarter, Atlantic City shopping at Tropicana. 609-345-5998


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Fashion is black and white at White House/Black Market. For nearly twenty years in cities around the country including Baltimore, Miami Beach, Chicago and dozens of others, women have relied on White House/Black Market for some of the most romantic clothing, lingerie, accessories, jewelry and gifts in classic black and white only. For shopping in Atlantic City at The Quarter call 609-340-8224

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For more than 100 years, Swarovski has been the world's leading manufacturer of cut crystal. Pioneers ahead of their time, Swarovski has a legion of loyal followers. Their entire product line is based around the beauty of high quality crystal, and includes some of the finest art, jewelry, giftware and home décor items available anywhere in the world at any price. The Quarter at Tropicana. 609-344-1323

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Keeping up with the hottest styles will be easy when shopping Caché. With style that stuns and attitude that stops traffic, fashions and accessories from Caché don't just make a statement - they make an entrance. The Quarter, Atlantic City shopping at Tropicana. 609-343-0318

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The Old Farmer's Almanac General Store embodies the old-fashioned, down-home charm that has made The Old Farmer's Almanac an American cultural icon for more than 200 years. The Old Farmer's Almanac General Store provides a unique turn-of-the century atmosphere and a truly distinctive shopping experience. For shopping in Atlantic City at The Quarter call 609-345-3600

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bluemercury apothecary offers the largest selection of unique, innovative and highly coveted cosmetics and skin care products in Atlantic City. The apothecary's selection includes Kiehl's, Molton Brown, Fresh, Laura Mercier, NARS, Trish McEvoy, Acqua di Parma, Creed and more. 609-347-7778 Hours 10am - 11pm 7 days a week! ®

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One of the world's premier designers is showcasing his trendsetting designs at the Tropicana in the exclusive boutique, The Collection by Tahari. From distinctive sportswear to elegant business wear, and the most glamorous evening clothes on the market, you'll find it at The Collection by Tahari.
609-348-1882

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"Magic Masters has conjured up a new retailing gimmick; upscale magic stores. Vintage treatises on magic fill the book cases, and photographs of famous magicians are everywhere." - NEWSWEEK "When you go in to buy magic effects, you know immediately that this is no tacky five and dime novelty shop. The walls are lined with mahogany bookcases and the floors are covered with Oriental rugs." - SUCCESS MAGAZINE

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Jake's Dog House has the specialty items to make a pet's life more fun and exciting. Fresh-baked doggie treats at the in-store doggie bakery are available, and Jake's Dog House features an amazing selection of toys, gourmet treats and awesome accessories. Indeed, the giant red fire hydrant located in the center of the store cannot be missed. For shopping in Atlantic City at The Quarter call 609-344-0060

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A multi-level culinary paradise, Zeytinia Gourmet Food & Marketplace will ensure that visitors experience the future in gourmet food shopping. Featuring an upscale grocery store plus a gift shop offering European imports and sleek kitchenware, Zeytinia provides the perfectly uncommon experience its discerning customers seek. The Quarter, Atlantic City shopping at Tropicana. 609-344-7051

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Originally available only in New York, Beverly Hills, and in boutiques on the glamorous Cote D'Azure, the magic of Melonie de France will cast a spell on every home. These totally unique, vibrantly colored and lushly aromatic flower arrangements will be the center of attention at every gathering. The Quarter at Tropicana.
609-347-5001

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"Quality You Expect at an Affordable Price". The same upscale jewelry featured in fashion magazines and department stores, competitively priced and in a greater variety, awaits inside Brandeis. The Quarter at Tropicana. 609-449-1222

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A Rittenhouse Square address has long been synonymous with the very best Philadelphia has to offer. So you can be assured that any store that carries this name offers the finest appliances and accoutrements for your home improvement projects. The Quarter, Atlantic City shopping at Tropicana. 609-344-0033

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Salsa Shoes' exclusive designer line features the fashionistas' favorites Donald Pliner, BCBG Girls, Cole Haan , Kate Spade, Prada and Fendi. If you're searching for the perfect shoe, whether it's that strappy stiletto or a flirty kitten heel, Salsa Shoes is the newest destination for women who know shoes. For shopping in Atlantic City at The Quarter call 609-344-2555

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The Hat Emporium is a bustling chain of six hat shops- each of which is brimming with every imaginable kind of hat for both men and women. Celebrating their 25th anniversary this year, they've chosen The Quarter at Tropicana as the location for their seventh shop. The incredible hat shop, Hats In The Belfry, carries dress hats, casual hats, cowboy hats, berets, Borsalino hats, Indiana Jones hats, baseball caps, top hats- you name it, Hats In the Belfry has it. It's a hat lovers' heaven. Come in for a sun hat, and leave with a metal Viking helmet…it is that much fun. 609-348-1777

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Fashion jeweler Erwin Pearl rarely follows convention. Working in the finest and most expensive materials, Pearl brings innovation and artistry to the industry while fashioning his visions of fine jewelry into reality. The Quarter at Tropicana.
609-345-7300

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The Spy Store is the comprehensive source for high-quality electronic surveillance and counter-surveillance products. Everything from the "spy" industry is here, from hidden cameras and body recorders, to indoor and outdoor surveillance systems, low-tech to high-tech and much more. The Quarter at Tropicana. 609-348-1500

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The 1st on the east coast, Tinder Box/Vino 100 combines two of life's greatest pleasures in one store. Enjoy the finest in premium cigars, pipes, tobaccos, and accessories from the country's largest and most respected cigar store. Indulge in Vino 100's handpicked and very special selection of wine, cognacs, and champagnes, chosen from small-batch artisan vineyards from around the world-and all priced at $25 or less! Select from a unique assortment of gifts and accessories certain to please the aficionado and connoisseur. 609-441-9500

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From fun, funky and fantastic furniture to unique gifts and home accessories, Zephyr Gallery is one of America's most exciting craft galleries. Visitors will be able to take a playful journey through art, featuring an ever-changing parade of exciting, creative and exceptional creations from hundreds of talented artisans. The Quarter, Atlantic City shopping at Tropicana. 609-340-0170

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Savor a flaky croissant for breakfast or select the perfect dessert for a romantic dinner for two. For a worldly selection of gourmet treats beyond compare, Panaderia dul Mundo is the first choice for the discerning guest. For shopping in Atlantic City at The Quarter call 609-344-7051

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The hottest fashion trend? Leather and suede, of course. From jackets to full-length coats, vests and accessories, Perfect Accessories & Leather features an eye-popping selection of the finest leather handbags and luggage from such designers as Coach, Fendi and Dooney & Bourke. 609-449-1222

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From sunglasses and souvenirs to postcards, papers and Tropicana logo'd apparel, you'll find the essentials at the Boardwalk Corner Store in the Marketplace on the Boardwalk. The store is open 9 a.m. to 11 p.m., Sunday through Thursday, and 9 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday.

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Havana Sundries
In the heart of Old Havana, right in The Quarter, you'll find Havana Sundries. This shop covers the basics from candy and tobacco to newspapers and beverages. There are also plenty of postcards, sunglasses, souvenirs, gifts and items with the Tropicana logo!

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Since the 1880's, James Salt Water Taffy has been a seashore tradition. Now this favorite destination is interactive! See how chocolate is made and watch the salt water taffy being pulled. Treat yourself to any of 17 mouth-watering flavors or try your taffy coated in sweet, dark chocolate, or filled with succulent fudge, nuts and marzipan. James also sells luscious homemade macaroons, English toffees and 8 low-sugar varieties of taffy.

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Only the finest menswear is available at Barron's Gentlemen. Choose from Italian suits, men's sportswear line, designer neckwear from Versace, Torras of Spain, Cole Haan & Donald Pliner , fabulous leather goods and accessories for every occasion, plus much more. For shopping in Atlantic City at The Quarter call. 609-345-7999

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Recognized by Fortune magazine as one of the "Ten Most Admired Companies in America", Starbucks has revolutionized the coffee culture in the United States and abroad. The leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee in the world, Starbucks crosses the globe with more than 7,000 retail outlets.

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Tropicana Lobby Market
Day or night, head to the Lobby News & Gifts shop for those practical travel essentials and a prime selection of Atlantic City souvenirs. Centrally located in the South Tower, this 24 hour store has everything from band-aids and beverages to sun glasses, sundries, and the perfect remembrance to take home.

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Tropicana Casino Market
Just steps away from the casino floor, Casino News & Gifts is a quick stop for a full range of sundries. Grab a quick snack, beverage or smoke, check out the day's news, and pick up a casino souvenir for the folks back at home.

Shopping in Billing's Montana

Rimrock Mall, located in Billings, Montana, is Montana's largest shopping destination with over 100 specialty shops and five anchor stores: Dillard's Women's & Children's, Dillards Men's & Home, JCPenney, Herberger's and Scheel's All Sports. Rimrock Mall boasts the state's largest collection of national and local retailers including: Abercrombie & Fitch, Bath and Body Works, Eddie Bauer, Gap, Victoria's Secret, and many more!

Rimrock Mall recently opened many new stores including Talbots, Coldwater Creek, Chico's, Starbucks, Motherhood Maternity, and Aeropostale. The mall also includes a 10-screen state-of-the-art movie theater (Wynnsong 10). The mall celebrates its 30th Anniversary in the Billings community with new stores, store remodels and much more.

Shopping in Long Island, New York

Roosevelt Field Shopping Mall
Old Country Road and Meadowbrook Parkway
Garden City, NY 11530
516-742-8000
Roosevelt Field Shopping Center
Roosevelt Field Shopping Mall is a Simon property located at the intersection of Old Country Road and Meadowbrook Parkway in Garden City, NY. Featured stores include Banana Republic, Gap, Macy's, Modells, Foot Locker, JC Penney, Brookstone, Victoria's Secrets, Williams-Sonoma and Zales to name a few. There is also plenty to eat in the food court and a multiplex movie theater on hand just in case you need to take a break from shopping.
Broadway Mall
358 B. Broadway Mall
Hicksville, New York 11801
516-939-0679
Broadway Mall

Westfield Sunrise Shopping Mall
One Sunrise Mall
Massapequa NY 11758
516-795-3550


The Mall at the Source
1504 Old Country Road
Westbury, NY 11590
516-228-0303
The Mall at the Source

Green Acres Mall
2034 Green Acres Mall
Valley Stream, NY 11581
516-561-7360
Green Acres Shopping Mall
Green Acres Shopping Mall offers the traditional mall as well as a complex of surrounding mega stores including several brand names like Old Navy, Sears, BJ's Wholesale Club, The Avenue and WalMart. You also won't be able to resist the smell of Cinnabon's so you may have to start your diet tomorrow!

Americana Manhasset
2060 Northern Boulevard
Manhasset , NY 11030
516-627-2277
Americana Manhasset
An exclusive collections of top designer store lined up in a row on Northern Blvd in Manhasset is fondly referred to by shopaholics as Miracle Mile. The stretch of top names includes Louis Vuitton, Prada, Oscar de la Renta, Giorgio Armani, Ralph Lauren and more. Bring your Bijon and your wallet!

Liz Claiborne Hits Best Buy With Laptop Bags

Though the corporate entity Liz Claiborne recently lost its namesake to a long battle with cancer, the company continues on. One of their first moves includes a partnership with Best Buy to sell a line of electronics accessories. The products include cases for cell phones, iPods, and laptops, like the $79 black case pictured here with a faux-croc exterior. Other choices include a red leatherette Nano case, a leopard-print cell phone carrier (perfect to prevent blinding others with your crystal-encrusted mobile while not in use), and a red leather briefcase that seems to be the only product made out of honest-to-gosh animal hide.

These Claiborne products are already available on the Best Buy Web site and in some stores. A full rollout to 250 locations is planned for October.

Shopping in Toronto, Canada

Eaton Centre

Stretching two full city blocks, The Toronto Eaton Centre is a historical landmark, and today one of Canada’s best-known retail shopping destinations, attracting millions of visitors annually. The multi-storey glass-ceiling structure originated from one man’s dream to revolutionize the Canadian retail industry.


Timothy Eaton was born and raised in Northern Ireland, but immigrated to Canada in 1854. He later ended up in Toronto, where he opened his first store in 1869. His four-storey flagship department store, at the corner of Queen and Yonge Streets, would be built in 1883.

In the 1960s, Eaton’s partnered with Fairview and TD Bank, to create what would become known as the Eaton Centre. Eaton’s department store moved to the corner of Yonge and Dundas, right next to their competitor, Simpsons, which was located at the corner of Yonge and Queen. Today, these stores have both been replaced by Sears (Eaton’s) and The Bay (Simpsons). Although the completed centre did not turn out to be a perfect rectangle, as planned, it has undoubtedly become a unique and interesting downtown landscape. Zigzagging around historical sites, such as Old City Hall, and Holy Trinity Church, the Eaton Centre has indeed woven itself into the urban fabric.

The Toronto Eaton Centre opened in two stages. On February 10, 1977 the northern section was built and on August 8, 1979, the southern section was completed. Two more phases would be added and opened in June 1990 and Summer/Fall 1999.

Modeled after Milan’s Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, the centre’s architect, Eb Zeilder, created the retail portion of the complex to feature a four-level shopping centre with a glass-domed ceiling running the length of the centre. Hanging from the ceiling, one finds a mobile of a flock of Canadian geese, Flight Stop, designed by artist Michael Snow.

Connected to the apexes of the centre are three office towers, which loom at an estimated 300 feet each, and accommodate over 60 organizations each. The Toronto Eaton Centre is also home to more than 285 retailers. Although the Eaton’s chain filed for bankruptcy in 1999 and all assets were acquired by Sears Canada Inc, the centre has retained its name. It enjoys the reputation as one of Toronto’s most popular tourist attractions, with about 25% of the Eaton Centre’s visitors being tourists.



In recent years, urban developers have redesigned the mall's Yonge Street façade (1999) and heavy redevelopment, commonly referred to as the “Dundas Expansion,” occurred throughout 2004, attracting new anchors, such as H&M’s Toronto flagship store.

As in the case of decades forth, many fond memories will continue to be associated with the name Eaton. Today, the Toronto Eaton Centre remains the focal point of downtown Toronto. It is a city landmark unlike any other, where people from all walks of life can gather under one roof with no prejudices. Rudolph Adlaf, Cadillac Fairview’s Senior Vice President for Architecture and Design, once said “The Eaton Centre is classic in its simplicity.” And a classic it will remain.

Rome, Italy

Shopping in Rome

This short compendium of Roman shopping is for all shopping lovers. A compendium for all tastes, from high fashion chic to the cheap items on the market stalls, and with a mention of the new frontier of shopping, halfway between chic and cheap: outlets. Remember that if you want to go shopping in Rome, you will need a bit of time time, so book a few nights extra in the hotel in Rome that you are staying in.

Roman labels: from Sorelle Fontana to Gai Mattiolo
Many famous names in Made in Italy fashion from Rome and elsewhere started their careers in this city, often opening an atelier that soon began to attract the curiosity of aristocrats, politicians and film stars who then made them famous.

Sorelle Fontana – a historical label that dressed the Roman upper middle classes in the post-war period until the Dolce Vita era and then went on to the United States and Hollywood, designing and making film costumes for international stars.
Capucci - Capucci opened his first atelier in Paris and then finally opened one in Rome in Via Gregoriana. One of the few “independent” designers: Capucci detached himself from the traditional fashion circuits and personally organized the presentations of his collections almost as if they were art exhibitions. In 1995 he exhibited his designs at the Biennale in Venice.

Fernanda Gattinoni – She opened her Rome atelier in 1945 near Via Veneto. Her clothes were worn by famous people such as Anna Magnani, Evita Peron, Ingrid Bergman and Audrey Hepburn.

Lancetti – Roman by adoption, he opened his first atelier in Via Margutta, the famous street of artists. This was almost an omen of his fame as a designer-painter that he later obtained.

Valentino - Valentino opened his first atelier in Rome in Via Condotti, and hit success after a fashion show at Pitti Immagine in Florence. He is one of the cinema world’s famous designers: stars such as Liz Taylor, Joan Collins, Julia Roberts and Claudia Cardinale wear his creations at gala evenings such as the Night of the Oscars.

Laura Biagiotti – Renamed the “Queen of Cashmere", Laura Biagiotti is famous for her fine cashmere knitwear and for her frequent use of the color white in her creations.

Fendi - This maison was set up in 1925 in Rome as a fur coat and leather goods shop. Later, the five Fendi sisters created the label that is famous worldwide.

Brioni – Male tailored elegance. Famous worldwide for the high quality of their clothes and for being 007’s tailor, embodied by the actor Pierce Brosnan.
Battistoni – A historical, male tailors’ atelier in Rome, which was a favorite of the Duke of Windsor.
Gai Mattiolo – Born in 1968 in Roma, he began his career as a fashion designer very early and is now one of the most popular “young” names in fashion.


Famous names outside the city: the outlets
Let’s ignore the single-label outlets that spring up here and there in the province and let’s concentrate on the new McArthurGlen Designer Outlet in Castel Romano: a kind of consumer orgy concentrated in 20,000 square meters. This huge shopping city, 25 km south of Rome, was opened on October 9th 2003.
We will bet that after a day spent here, even the most hardened consumer will feel the need to have a rest from shopping for at least a month!
The Castel Romano outlet center has 95 shops including the famous labels (Etro, D&G, F.lli Rossetti, Moreschi, Mariella Burani, Calvin Klein, La Perla), younger brands (North Sails, Mandarina Duck, Liu-jo, Guess, Diesel, Levi's, Stefanel, Tommy Hilfiger) and manufacturers of various accessories (Lagostina, Bassetti, Samsonite).
Go there, choose, buy and take it for granted that you will have a strange feeling in your stomach for a few days. Don’t worry: whenever you go to places like this, post-consumer guilt is normal!

Markets and flea markets: visiting the stalls looking for a bargain
For the more alternative consumers who snob the artificial lights of shopping malls and those who are attracted by the idea of owning something that is out of the ordinary, we recommend a visit to the Roman flea markets. Get rid of the concept “in a hurry” from your minds for a while and take all the time you want: rummaging among the stalls requires considerable concentration. Your efforts will most definitely be worth it though: from the bottom of the stall, the bargain of a lifetime or a valuable item could crop up, or even just the issue of Tex Willer that you were really fond of but that you lost during your last house move.
Porta Portese that veiled air of illegality that it inherited from its origins still persists: during the Second World War, this was the city’s black market. Today you can find old furniture, clothes, records, books, plants, CDs and a lot more too (Via Portuense and Via Ippolito Nievo, every Sunday).
The Mercato delle Stampe will literally drive fans crazy; magazines, prints and old books (Largo della Fontanella di Borghese, every morning except Sunday).
Finally, if you are looking for vintage clothes or just second-hand clothes, you have to go to the market at Via Sannio (Via Sannio, every morning from Monday to Saturday).

Palm Springs, California

Palm Canyon Drive

Palm Canyon Drive is the cultural artery that pulses through the historic heart of Palm Springs (the 111 Highway turns into Palm Canyon Drive when it swings through Palm Springs in a North-South direction).

Beautifully lined with majestic palm trees continuously lit in a wrapping of sparkling lights, Palm Canyon Drive (and Indian Canyon Drive beside it) features a veritable goldmine of art galleries, restaurants, historical landmarks, pubs

El Paseo

World famous as the Rodeo Drive of the Desert, Palm Desert's El Paseo Shopping District is a beautifully maintained picture-postcard floral and statue-filled mile.

El Paseo is truly a shopper's paradise where you'll find over 300 discoveries including enchanting shops and boutiques featuring the latest designer fashions, jewelry, award winning restaurants, interior designers, home furnishings, antiques, beauty salons, spas, art galleries

Boca Raton, Florida

For the ultimate shopping experience, Boca Raton has everything you need…and more. No matter what you are looking for, you can easily find it at any of Boca Raton's premier shopping locations.

Mizner Park - Downtown Boca Raton

Better known as "Downtown Boca," the area around Federal Highway and East Palmetto Park Road is a prime shopping area. The newly landscaped and redeveloped area features a wide array of goods and services including skin care, hair care, travel agencies, gift boutiques, art galleries, fine clothing, jewelry and novelty shops. Throughout the year, there are street parties that showcase local talent, merchandise and exciting activities for the entire family.

Whether you feel like a drink at Gigi's or browsing through Banana Republic, the beautiful Mizner Park has something for everyone. Mizner Park is a one-of-a-kind mixed-use developments, centered around a Spanish-styled courtyard reminiscent of architect Addison Mizner's Mediterranean legacy featuring over 40 shops, plaza and Class A office space and apartments and town homes. Opened in 1991, the park features a unique mix of specialty boutiques, restaurants, national retailers, an eight-screen cinema, an amphitheater, the Boca Raton Museum of Art, as well as year-round, park-sponsored community events. Visit www.miznerpark.org for the latest information.

Royal Palm Place
Just down the street from Mizner Park, wander through Royal Palm Place, the oldest shopping center in Boca. The plaza has 80 shops in a Spanish-style, shopping complex. The quiet courtyards and sculpted fountains are a charming backdrop to several restaurants and luxurious shopping. Visit www.royalpalmplace.com for the latest information.

Town Center @ Boca Raton, Simon Property Group

Town Center (www.simon.com), located West of I-95 on Glades Road, is one of Palm Beach County's most impressive malls, as well as an international shopping destination. Town Center is anchored by Bloomingdales, macy*s, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Sears, and Nordstrom's. In addition, there are over 220 exclusive specialty stores such as Cartier, Tiffany's, Williams Sonoma, The Gap, Kate Spade, Louis Vuitton, Pottery Barn, and Godiva Chocolatier.GNC, The Gap, and Cartier.

The mall's magnitude ensures an endless variety of retail options and, when you need energy to keep the shopping spree going, the Food Court offers an array of options to satisfy you. Exotic foliage, hand-glazed tiles and skylights make Town Center a first-class shopping wonderland. Valet parking completes the experience and, to top it off, you can even get a car wash while you shop.

Town Center is open from 10:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon - 6:00 p.m. on Sundays.

Other Shopping Areas

There are many other great shopping areas throughout Boca Raton like Boca Center, Glades Plaza, the Fifth-Avenue Shops, Oaks Plaza, Shops at the Sanctuary, Polo Shops, Del Mar Shopping Village, Garden Shops of Boca, Palms Plaza, Point West Centre, Village Pointe, Mission Bay Plaza, Shadowood Square, Boca Lyons Plaza, Somerset Shops, Regency Court, Shops of Boca, Piccadilly Square, VPC Center, Lakeside Centre and West Boca Square.

Nearby Shopping

Boca Raton is just a short drive from charming downtown Delray Beach and Palm Beach's famous Worth Avenue, where top-notch fashion, gourmet restaurants and fine art galleries line the historic street and its charming bougainvillea-shaded vias. South of Boca, there are art galleries and quaint shops on Las Olas Boulevard and the lavish Fashion Mall in Plantation. In Miami there is the Fashion District and Decorators Row as well as the Bal Harbour shops in Miami Beach.

If you are a bargain shopper, head directly toward the Festival Flea Market (www.festivalfleamarket.com) (Sample Road in Pompano) and Sawgrass Mills (Sunrise Boulevard, east of Flamingo Road off the Sawgrass Expressway ). You may also want to experience the outdoor flea markets at the Delray Swap Shop (U.S. 1, north of Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach) and the Swap Shop (Sunrise Boulevard in Ft. Lauderdale).

Happy Shopping!

Shopping in Maui Hawaii

Welcome to the Lahaina Cannery Mall, Maui's only fully enclosed, air-conditioned shopping destination. Built in 1987, the mall boasts a variety of boutique retail stores combined with casual restaurants and an exceptional international food court. Hula dancing, Hawaiian artists, cultural events and festivals are enjoyed year round by visitors and residents. A 24-hour Safeway and Longs Drug Store compliment and add to the services and retail offered.

Discover FREE Hula
Shows at 7:00pm every Tuesday & Thursday!

FREE Keiki Hula Shows at 1:00pm
every Saturday and Sunday!

Shopping In Reno Nevada

This great shopping place is light, airy and conveniently located near major casinos and the Reno/Sparks Convention Center. The mall is anchored by Macys and JC Penney, with more than 100 shops and a large selection of eateries. Plenty of parking is available, and the local bus system has a station on the south side of the mall. Whether you want to find a cool haven from the summer heat or need a special gift, this is Reno's best shopping. Hours and credit card acceptance vary per store.

Broadway at the Beach, Myrtle Beach, S.C

South Carolina’s Best Travel Destination invites you to experience 350 acres of shops, restaurants, nightlife, attractions, and top-flight hotels. Come to a paradise filled with non-stop celebrations... where Myrtle Beach comes to shop, dine, dance, play and stay. Broadway at the BeachSM - Where Myrtle Beach Comes To Life! New attractions coming this year include IMAX 3D Theatre opening late spring and The Pavilion Nostalgia Park opening early summer.

Miami Beach Shopping / South Beach

Lincoln Road to Collins Avenue

Yes, there’s the sugar-sand beach, the hot clubs and the beautiful people. But what good would a visit to South Beach be without a day (or two) of shopping? The beach, after all, is the winter home to many a model, fashion designer and rock star. Which means the shopping is really, really good. From the chain mainstays to tiny, unique boutiques, there’s a store for everyone on Miami Beach. If clothes aren’t your thing, there are plenty of art galleries, jewelry stores and pet boutiques to peruse. Here’s a list of four main shopping areas and some of the more interesting spots.

Collins Avenue/Washington Avenue: These two streets (within a block of each other) make up Miami Beach’s designer district, with all of the big names (Armani, Nicole Miller, Diesel) within a few block walking distance.

Start at Collins and Fifth Avenues and walk north, toward 10th Street. Peek down the side streets and you will find smaller, one-of-a-kind boutiques. Ritchie Swimwear (160 8th St., Miami Beach, (305) 538-0201) is a perfect place to buy a new suit; his designs are used in Sports Illustrated spreads often. Another quintessentially Miami boutique is A. Dominguez (760 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, (305) 531-5900), a Spanish designer that features interesting cuts and sumptuous fabrics for men and women.

Lincoln Road: This seven-block stretch is closed to traffic and open to sheer attitude. This pedestrian mall is part catwalk, part outdoor café and part shopping Mecca. Wear your most fabulous clothing and strut down Lincoln Road, pausing for a $5 espresso (can be found on every corner). The usual suspects can be found here, such as BeBe (1029 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, (305)673-0742). There are some unique boutiques, as well. Consider Brownes & Co., an upscale spa/body and bath products store (841 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, (305)538-7544. Or, bring home a treat for your furry friend: Dog Bar (723 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, 305-532-5654). There, you can get a Miami Dog Bowl (made in Italy) for $16.99, a Bling Spike Collar for $88 or, for the feline lovers, a $250 Kitty Condo.

Espanola Way: If you’re tired of the South Beach attitude, head to this tiny pedestrian mall off Washington Avenue near 14th Street. The architecture is reminiscent of a Spanish village, with peach stucco and red barrel tile roofs. On the corner is the Clay Hotel, a youth hostel whose exterior was shown liberally in the 1980s TV series “Miami Vice.” On Sundays, the street turns into something of a farmers’ market, with folks selling everything from freshly cut flowers to handmade dresses in stalls. Art lovers should stop by Marcel Gallery (420 Espanola Way, Miami Beach, (305)672-5305. www.marcelart.com). The owner, Pierre Marcel, has been a fixture in South Beach since 1986. He paints ethereal apples, hearts and scenes from the Florida Everglades, and prints and reproductions are actually affordable. And if you’re having a bad hair day, make an appointment at Contesta Rock Hair (417 Espanola Way, Miami Beach, (305)672-5434). This is the only U.S. location of the salon; the rest are in Italy. The Miami Beach salon is run by a man named Fabio. Enough said.

If you can peel yourself away from the main shopping areas on the Beach, head north to Bal Harbour (this is still on the island of Miami Beach, just a separate city) and visit the Shops of Bal Harbour. This is where the truly discriminating (and rich) of Miami shop. (9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour). For example, the locals shop at the Versace boutique here. You can recognize the tourists -- they take photos of themselves in front of the Ocean Drive mansion where he was killed.

Salt Lake City,Utah

Shopping, Malls & Unique Stores


Any visit to Salt Lake would be incomplete without stopping by some of our unique stores and shopping malls for that perfect gift for a loved one at home. Or just indulge yourself and pick up that sweater, piece of jewelry or new pair of shoes that you can't live without. Every city in the country has malls with hundreds of stores, nationwide chains, etc., and Salt Lake is no exception. The stores listed below represent our unique ones and must sees. No one pays us to list these! We thought it would be helpful to enlighten you and to showcase Salt Lake's Best. Pick up a copy of our free visitor guide when you get to town for a complete list with maps and more information.



Downtown


Ken Sanders Rare Books & More
With almost 5,000 square feet, our open shop features over 100,000 new, used and rare books. We have a general stock in most fields with paperbacks and reading copies for the casual reader, as well as more expensive first editions and collector's copies of rare and fine books. Specializing in Utah and the Mormons, Western Americana, Native Americana, Exploration and discovery of the West; travel and adventure, natural history; the Grand Canyon, Colorado River and Colorado Plateau, Yellowstone, Yosemite and National Parks and wilderness and the environment.
268 South 200 East
801-521-3819
Ken Sanders Books Official Website

Retro Rose - Everything But The Ordinary
Retro Rose in downtown Salt Lake City is filled from floor to ceiling with kitschy 1950s, '60s and '70s glassware, pottery, lamps, wall art, furniture, kitchen accessories and more -- all organized by color for easy shopping. Decorative pillows ranged in price from $10 to $30. You'll also find fun fashion accessories, from rhinestone-studded eyeglasses to leather handbags. When you've finished upstairs, there are two more rooms below.
207 East 300 South
801-364-7979
Retro Rose's Website

Antoinette's Antique Jewelry & Gifts
247 East 300 South Salt Lake City, UT 84111
(801) 359-2192

Litvin Gallery Antiques
LITVIN GALLERY ANTIQUES is one of Salt Lake City's premier antique/decorative arts shops located on historic antique row at 169 East Broadway in the heart of downtown. The GALLERY specializes in antique porcelains, silver, crystal, paintings, Persian carpets, fine and vintage jewelry, oriental items, and furniture from the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries, which have been amassed by the owner over the past 30 years. The emphasis is on high-end European and Asian decorative arts with examples of fine American furniture. The GALLERY works closely with interior designers and has acquired many loyal customers since opening in 2003. You can purchase online from us with confidence. We have been handling fine antiques for more than 25 years and guarantee all pieces to be as described.
169 East 300 South
801-328-4004

Utah Woolen Mills Clothiers
59 West South Temple
801-364-1851
Utah's oldest, finest independent men's and women's clothing establishment. Featuring Brioni, Oxxford, Hickey Freeman, St. Croix, Geiger, Pendleton. In-store custom tailor.

Mormon Handicraft
15 West South Temple
801-355-2141
Mormon Handicraft Website
Unique handmade gifts and quilting supplies at affordable prices.

O.C. Tanner Jewelry
20 East South Temple
801-532-3222
888-246-6217 toll-free
Salt Lake City's premier jewelry store with a wonderful selection of fine diamonds, colored gem stones, watches, and gifts.

The Scandinavian Shop
65 West South Temple
801-537-7788
The Scandinavian Shops Website
One of the finest Scandinavian theme shops in the USA. Featuring Dale of Norway sweaters, Dansko clogs, and specialty foods. Special gifts for special people.

Fanzz Sports Apparrell & More - @ The Energy Solutions Center
301 West South Temple and 11 Stores Throughout Utah
801-325-2773
Fanzz Official Website
One of the largest sports apparel and merchandise providers in the Western United States.

Nordstrom - Crossroads Plaza Mall
50 South Main Street
801-531-1799
Fashion specialty retailer. Large selection of high quality fashion apparel and shoes for men, women, and children.

ZCMI Center Mall
36 South State Street
Closed until 2010 - Undergoing Complete Remodeling and Renovation.

Crossroads Plaza
50 South Main Street
Closed until 2010 - Undergoing Complete Remodeling and Renovation.



Close To Downtown


Historic Trolley Square
367 Trolley Square
At 500 South & 700 East
801-521-9877
Hard Rock Cafe, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn Kids, plus 80 unique shops and restaurants in charming trolley-car barns. Free walking tours. National historic site. Free parking.



Sandy


South Towne Center
10450 South State Street
801-572-1516
South Towne Centers Website
Utah’s largest shopping destination. Dillard’s, Meier & Frank, JCPenney, Mervyn’s, more than 150 stores.



Holladay/Cottonwood


Cottonwood Mall
4835 South Highland Drive
801-278-0417
Cottonwood Malls Website
Utah's first mall offers exciting specialty shops, Meier & Frank, and JCPenney. Located mid-town on the valley's prestigious and beautiful East Bench.



Murray


Nordstrom - Fashion Place
6191 South State Street
801-261-4402
Fashion specialty store, personal shopper, free gift wrap, hand delivery, and personal service.

Fashion Place Mall
6191 South State Street
801-262-9447
Fashion Place Malls Website
Fashion Place has over 120 stores and restaurants to serve you including: Nordstrom, Dillard’s, Sears, and Meier & Frank. Fashion Place, “Utah's Most Fashionable Destination.”



West Valley



A.A. Callister Western Wear
3615 South Redwood Road
801-973-7058
800-606-7058 toll-free
Callisters Website
Western apparel and horseman's supplies: boots, hats, and western clothing, English riding equipment and clothing, western saddles and tack.

Valley Fair Mall
3601 South 2700 West (I-215)
801-969-6211
Meier & Frank - JCPenney - Mervyn’s - Red Robin - Movies 9. Over 100 shops/restaurants. Gift certificates, stroller rental, wheelchairs. 10 minutes on I-215 from anywhere in the valley.

Shopping Downtown Disney, Florida

What to do when you've had enough high-tech shows!
When the kids are wired from too much technology, and parents' stomachs are churning from too many unruly rides, it's time for a break from the theme parks. What should you do? One suggestion is to try Downtown Disney... it's a delightful change of pace!
You don't have to spend a dime to keep your small fry entertained at Downtown Disney. Stop by the Lego store on the East Side where kids can slide down a jungle gym, get their photos taken with dinosaurs or space aliens made from the colorful Lego blocks... or build their own!

If you don't mind letting them get wet, little ones also can keep their cool in the reflection pool that circles the flag pole and giggle as they try to dodge or catch the intermittent spurts of the fountain.
Not far away are rides for the tiny tikes - an old fashioned glistening carousel and a cute-as-a-button train.
These will cost you a few dollars but could be a nice reward for "not touching" while you are enjoying your shopping.
The shopping and entertainment zone at Downtown Disney offers weary parents plenty of sitting space to watch the young ones play. The complex is situated on Disney's own Bay Lake and the village of shops and eateries are the perfect spot to enjoy evening waterfront breezes and twinkling lights from across the Bay. During the day it is fun to watch the coming and going of small rental boats and other activities. When not in use, the waterfront entertainment stage area offers plenty of seating to allow the children a nap, or to enjoy an ice cream snack.

If sitting around taking in the sights is not your style, there are plenty of unique shops to stroll. They offer everything from kitchen utensils to Disney memorabilia, swimwear to bath accessories, and toys to stationery. Besides a fully stocked character store, there are a variety of shoppes where you can find that perfect souvenir, novelty keep-sake, or something for that hard-to-buy-for neighbor keeping an eye on your house back in Indiana. You won't want to miss the Christmas Shoppe either!

The choices available for meals and snacks are sure to please any age. McDonalds moved off main street onto the Disney scene and will provide your young ones with familiar fare. Our favorite, and a worthwhile adventure, is the Rainforest Cafe, but make reservations or expect a long wait. If you like seafood, then dine at Fulton's Crab House – aboard a full-size replica paddleboat. Ice cream and chocolate shops are our favorite snack venues.

The West Side of Downtown Disney is open to the public during the day with a few scattered shops and eateries, but during the evening it becomes a dazzling and festive nightlife destination. Adults can party into the night at various clubs featuring live entertainment and dancing.

If you're looking for something "Disney" but don't want to go the theme park route, this is the ticket. It's our favorite hang-out if we're only going to be in town a day or two.

Shopping in Denver

Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Lord & Taylor, Tiffany & Co, and Ralph Lauren anchor the 160 shops at this upscale mall. This indoor playground, designed around a breakfast theme, features slides that resemble bacon strips alongside enormous plastic eggs. The mall also features valet parking, in addition to 5,000 covered spaces in the adjoining free parking garage. Roys Restaurant and california Pizza Kitchen are onsite as is a multiplex movie theater.

Cherry Creek Shopping
3000 East Third Avenue
Denver, CO 80206-5131
+1 303 388 3900

Shopping In Dallas Texas ?

Recognized by USA Today as “One of the top 10 places to spend it all,” Galleria Dallas is the most dynamic shopping environment in North Texas. An international collection of shops and boutiques sets the standard for world-class shopping in Dallas. Galleria Dallas is the only North Texas home of Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Thomas Pink, Baccarat, Versace, Tourneau, Sony Style, Zara, Karen Millen and the all-new American Girl Boutique and Bistro (opens fall 2007) – plus favorites like Juicy Couture and Kate Spade. Galleria is also Dallas’ distinct dining destination, offering market exclusive restaurants like The Grill on the Alley, SUSHISAMBA, Grand Lux Cafe and Oceanaire. From its legendary ice rink, to its fusion of hip fashion and chic dining, Galleria Dallas truly is Dallas’ premier shopping destination.

Galleria Dallas
13350 Dallas Parkway
Suite 3080
(I-635 LBJ at the Dallas North Tollway)
Dallas, TX 75240
Phone: 972-702-7100
Fax: 972-702-7130
URL: http://www.galleriadallas.com/

Northern Italy Designer Bargain

Designer fashion bargains in north Italy:
You don't need to spend a fortune Did you know that the best of Italian designer clothing and leather goods can be bought at fantastic discounts? Why be a spendthrift when you don't have to be? Dream on and buy that Gucci, Armani, Roberto Cavalli, Dolce & Gabbana , Loro Piana, Trussardi, Gianfranco Ferrè, Valentino, or Prada—and, of course the list goes on and on. The Italians "know" exactly where to shop and now you will know where to shop too.

Northern Italy is the shopping heaven, so to speak, of designer clothing. Milan is the fashion capital and it boasts the most extravagant shops. How much does one have to spend for that gorgeous dress, or that smart suit, or that sophisticated leather handbag? If you time it right you can get away with paying far less. Timing is the crucial factor. The turnover of every fashion year is tremendous. Clothes from last year's fashion must be moved out of the warehouses and out of the stores where they initially did not sell—prices are exorbitant. But, once a year, starting the 6th of January and running until the 15th of February, is when designer clothing prices take the big plunge. So, this "is" the time to plan your shopping trip to the north of Italy. Everyone in Italy knows where to go to possess a clothing treasure, or a gem of a shoe at a fraction of the original price. Whatever your taste is, whether it is Roberto Cavalli or Loro Piana—the places to hunt are primarily the outlet stores and city street markets located in the city of Turin in Piemonte (Piedmont) province, outlet stores in Alessandria (Alexandria) province, outlet stores in Lombardia (Lombardy) province and across the border in Switzerland.

Turin, a former royal city of the Savoy and the former capital of Italy, boasts several places where designer clothing can be had at bargain prices. A favorite shop among the locals is

Il Grifone, located at Corso Turati 15 in Torino. Then there is also Spaccio Kappa di Torino (The Kappa Outlet Store) which offers 80% reductions on price and is located on Via Foggia 42—Corso Regio Parco 39. Also, browse at the Superga factory outlet on Via San Marino 31.

The markets in Turin are one of the best places to find high quality clothing, believe it or not, and this is a big secret among the locals too. Turin's city street markets and designer factory outlet stores are the places to visit. Torino boasts numerous markets throughout the city, however the street markets which regularly sell top quality garments, year round is, located in the following areas: the Crocetta quarter, and the neighborhoods of Borgata Vittoria and Santa Rita. One thing to note is that, it is also common to see the inside labels cut out of the clothing that is being sold in the markets, but not always of course. Why? Because it is the only way the merchants can sell the garment cheap, in other words, so they do not have to pay royalties. So, if you can live without the prestigious inside label and are merely satisfied with looks and good quality, then it certainly be had for a very reasonable cost. And, the markets are "the" place to negotiate on the price as well. The following is a list of the best markets to hit in Turin.

Mercato della Croceta (the Crocetta Market) located on via Cristoforo Colombo near the Chiesa Crocetta (Church of Crocetta) is open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m until 2:00 p.m.

Mercato di San Secondo (the San Secondo Street Market) is also located in the Crocetta quarter on via San Secondo; the market is open on Monday through Saturday 8:00 unitl 2:00 p.m.

Mercato di Corso Palestro (the Palestro Street Market) is located near Porta Susa in the Borgata Vittoria quarter and runs Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. until 18:00

Mercato di Corso Sebastopoli (the Sebastopoli Street Market) located in the Santa Rita quarter runs from Monday through Saturday 8:00 a.m. until 18:00. The markets are generally running until 4:00 p.m or 6:00 p.m., and sometimes they only run til 12:00 noon. It all depends on how business is going and the seasons of the year, with the longest hours generally in the warmer months of the year.

In Alessandria province, southeast of Piemonte province, is the home of Outlet Serravalle (Serravalle Outlet Mall). This is a grand mall featuring all the top designer shops and where clothing bargains are also available year round. To reach Serravalle take the A7 highway Milano-Genova and exit at Serravalle. The famous clothing designer and manufacture in Piemonte

Loro Piana has a factory outlet store located in the Seravalle Mall.

In the fashion capital of Milan city, the Rinascente department store located on Vittorio Emanuele II, just across from the famous Duomo Cathedral, offers during the sale season of January and February, fantastic savings of up to 50% on clothing, shoes, and more. In the Lombardia province of north Italy the best places to search for clothing treasures are not in the city markets of Milan, rather in the outlet centers in the Milan hinterlands—known as the Brianza to the locals—near the cities of Como and Lecco. Most of these shops are tucked away in small towns.

A one hour drive north of Milan city will take you to some hidden places that most tourists will never find. One such place and a definite "must visit" is The StockHouse in Inverigo (CO) is Via Generale Cantore 12. There is a big sign in front of store and parking lot. However, the street name is not consistent in the area. Directions: take Milano-Lecco Superstrada SS36, Uscita "Veduggio" and then follow signs to Inverigo. Or, drive from Milan to Giussano up to Inverigo. Inverigo is in Como province bordering Milan province.

One of the best kept secrets for buying designer clothing, shoes and other leather goods is

Foxtown Outlet Mall located on via Maspoli in Mendrisio, Switzerland (canton Ticino). Foxtown is just fifteen minutes from the city of Como. From Milan the 2 hour drive is certainly well worth it especially when one considers the beautiful scenery enroute to one of the most elegant designer outlet malls north of Milan. To drive from Milan take the A-9 autostrada to Como/Chiasso, and then merge with the A-2 autostrada north; then exit at the Varese/Stabio/Mendrisio exit.

Believe it, Mendrisio is where the locals hunt for their extravagant clothing. The next time you travel to Italy make certain you plan to be there between the 6th of January and the 15th of February to take advantage of the fantastic savings on the high quality Italian clothing and leather goods. A presto and happy shopping!

**Rodeo Drive Shopping**

The stretch of shops and boutiques on Rodeo Drive is only three blocks long. It begins at Wilshire Boulevard on the south, and runs north to Santa Monica Boulevard, where the commercial section of the street gives way to an affluent residential neighborhood. But those three short blocks constitute the most famous shopping district in America, and probably the most expensive three blocks of shops in the world.
It is here that the rich & famous do their shopping, and where tourists window-shop while trying to spot movie stars on the fabled street.
The most celebrated clothing designers in the world have boutiques here: Armani, Gucci, Christian Dior, Coco Chanel, Ralph Lauren, Valentino... The jewelry stores boast names like Cartier and Tiffany. Other nearby stores include I. Magnin, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Yves Saint Laurent, & Pierre Deux.
In fact, Rodeo Drive is home to the single most expensive store in the world: Bijan (at 420 Rodeo Drive). You must make an appointment in advance just to shop at Bijan (which was named after its Iranian owner). On a typical visit, Bijan's average customer spends in the neighborhood of $100,000 on men's fashions, which range from a $50 pair of socks to $15,000 suits.
The most handsome - and ostentatious - part of Rodeo Drive (and the portion that most resembles what tourists expect to find here) is actually the newest addition to the famed boulevard. If you listen closely to a scene in the movie "Pretty Woman," you will hear a line that says: "Via Rodeo is the first new street built in Beverly Hills in 75 years."
Located at the northeast corner of Wilshire & Rodeo, the "Two Rodeo" center creates the illusion of two small, parallel streets, cleverly designed so that they both appear to be at ground level. Built at a cost of over $200 million, Two Rodeo attempts to re-create a romantic version of an old European avenue. In practice, though, this gleaming new addition most resembles a movie set, or perhaps a Disneyland pastiche such as New Orleans Square.
But it's still a winner in its own right. The short, curving street is paved with Old World cobblestones, and features two & three story facades, with a unique blend of classic architectural styles. There are romantic archways, bubbling fountains, an Italianate piazza, and charming balconies. The faux street is lined with black, wrought-iron street lamps and polished brass fixtures; ornate planters are filled with colorful flowers & trees.
Essentially a small outdoor mall, "Two Rodeo" manages to create the illusion of freestanding storefronts, variously faced with brick, stone and marble. There is a sidewalk café, two pricey restaurants, and tenants such as Tiffany, Cartier, Charles Jourdan, Valentino, Christian Dior, and Jose Eber. The center even offers free, two-hour valet parking in its posh underground garage. And it is here now, next to the Spanish steps and sparkling fountains of "Two Rodeo," that most tourists pose for the pictures of Rodeo Drive that they will take home to show their friends.
But it's not just tourists. Hollywood.com reports spotting a happy Leonardo DiCaprio shopping there last Christmas, wearing a baseball cap, sunglasses, goatee, longer hair and carrying a large Tiffany & Co. shopping bag. Other stars they spotted in the same season included Britney Spears, Calista Flockhart, Warren Beatty, Val Kilmer, Danny DeVito, Don Johnson, Rod Stewart and Gregory Peck.
Yet beyond "Two Rodeo," most of fabled Rodeo Drive is surprisingly humble in appearance. Trees line both sides of the avenue, as well as the center divider (which is always planted with colorful flowers, rotated to match the current season). Most of the small shops do not appear extraordinary - at least not from the outside; inside, though, many of the shops are opulent.
The street looks better at night than during the day. This is especially true at Christmas time, when the Yuletide displays in the shop windows take on a particularly lovely glow in the evenings, and twinkle-lights adorn the many trees. During the holiday season, the street's center divider is planted with banks of bright red poinsettia flowers, and the trees all along Rodeo are tied with matching red ribbons. Some of the stores, such as Louis Vuitton, really outdo themselves with delightful Christmas decor. Even the huge Beverly Wilshire Hotel is enveloped in sparkling lights, like some jewel- encrusted bookend at the Drive's southern boundary.
So, if you are planning a visit to Rodeo Drive, I would suggest that you make it an evening trip, preferably in December. If you prefer the daytime, come on a weekday; do not come on a Sunday. Most of the shops on Rodeo Drive close on Sunday, and the usual crowd of sophisticated shoppers is replaced by hordes of tourists gawking in the windows of the shuttered stores.
Each Fathers Day (the third Sunday in June), there is "Concours on Rodeo," a vintage car show held on Rodeo Drive, which is free to the public. The famous street is closed to traffic and is carpeted for the event, which features 75 of dazzling classic and vintage automobiles. There is live musical entertainment;even a few celebrities drop by. And as you might expect, Rodeo Drive is a very nice setting for a car show. Car enthusiasts Jay Leno and Tim Allen often enter a car in the show, as do other celebs.
Here are a few of the notable stores to be found on Rodeo Drive, and their street numbers (in parenthesis), beginning at the south end of the street and working northward.
The even-numbered addresses are found on the east side of the Rodeo Drive, the odd-numbered addresses are on the west side of the street:
Tiffany (210), Cartier (220 and 370), Pierre Deux (222), Jose Eber (224), Christian Dior (230), Valentino (240),Van Cleef & Arpels (300), Louis Vuitton (307), Hammacher Schlemmer (309), David Orgell (320), Georgio (327), Dolce & Gabbana (342, 346) Ferragamo (357), Cafe Rodeo (360), Harry Winston (371), Chanel (400), Fred (401), Vidal Sassoon (405), Bijan (420 & 431), Hermes (434), Armani (436), Gianni Versace (437), Gucci (443), Polo/Ralph Lauren (444) and The Tommy Hilfiger Store (468).
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At 328 Rodeo, you'll find the Anderton Court Center (between Brighton Way and Dayton Way), designed by architect Frank Lloyd Wright.
At 421 Rodeo is "The Rodeo Collection" (between Brighton Way and Little Santa Monica Blvd.). Despite its small size, it is said to be the most expensive shopping center on earth. But it doesn't really look like it.
An outdoor center, its walkways and pillars are made of gleaming white marble, its brick walls are draped in ivy, and its polished brass railings overlook a sunken atrium courtyard topped by two glass pyramid skylights. There are five terraced levels of shops here: three below street-level and two above.
The 30+ tenants of The Rodeo Collection include interior design stores, jewelry shops, a pottery shop, and assorted boutiques such as Nina Ricci, Gianni Versace, and Gucci. A glass elevator descends into the open courtyard, where diners sit on a sunny brick patio, surrounded by white latticework, trees, flowers, and a small waterfall. On the ground floor is the new restaurant De Mori, an upscale, Italian restauran serving lunch & dinner. The center was featured extensively in the 1984 Brian De Palma thriller, "Body Double." (Don't bother to visit on a Sunday; you'll find most of the center closed and deserted - except for Reata.)
Speaking of film locations, did you ever wonder what store Julia Roberts was snubbed in, in "Pretty Woman"? Well, it was a woman's clothing store named Boulmiche, located just a few steps west of Rodeo, at 9501 Santa Monica Blvd.
And speaking of snubs, a 2000 report by E!Onlne was that actress Jennifer Love Hewitt almost shown the door at Valentino (due to her casual dress that day), before they realized who they were dealing with.
And, of course, the hotel she & Richard Gere stayed at in that movie was the Beverly Wilshire Hotel, at the south end of Rodeo.
There are surprisingly few restaurants on Rodeo Drive (outside of those at the "Two Rodeo" center). The most conspicuous restaurant, Cafe Rodeo (at 360 Rodeo), offers a nice patio area in the back, as well as sidewalk dining out front, an ideal spot from which to watch the passing parade at lunch time. (After shopping, people-watching is the main sport on Rodeo Drive.) But be warned: the food at Cafe Rodeo is neither inexpensive nor particularly tasty.
Upstairs at "Two Rodeo" is The Fish House, McCormick & Schmick's new seafood restaurant, which features a great selection of seafood, along with the polished-wood ambiance of a gentleman's club.
As you might well expect, the most expensive restaurant in Southern California (and the only restaurant in the state to get a five-star ranking fro Mobil's Travel Guide ) is located on Rodeo Drive. Ginza Sushi-Ko is located on the top floor of the Two Rodeo complex, right above McCormick & Schmick's. This 10-seat bar is hailed as the best sushi that money can buy - flown in from Tokyo, but expect to pay about $200 per person. (Heather Locklear & Richie Sambora say it's one of their favorite restaurants).
Just off Rodeo, on the surrounding streets of the "Golden Triangle," are a number of other notable restaurants.
To the east is Canon Drive, where you'll find the legendary Spago Beverly Hills, Mastro's Steakhouse (where Tom Cruise & Katie Holmes dropped $10,000 for for a private dinner prior to their marriage), as well as Mulberry Street Pizza.
On Beverly Drive, you'll find Nate & Al's (a small, informal deli where Doris Day was a regular at breakfast), Il Fornaio (a popular Italian trattoria), plus the Museum of Television & Radio.
While you're visiting, you might want to ride the Beverly Hills Trolley. Operated by the city of Beverly Hills, this charming little tram offers a 30-minute tour of Beverly Hills, complete with professional tour guides who show visitors the city's posh downtown area and luxury neighborhoods. There is a $2.00 service charge per person (kids under 12 are free). Tours start at the corner of Rodeo Drive and Payton Way, and run once per hour, beginning at 10:30 AM. The last tour is at 5:30 PM (4:30 PM in winter). But bear in mind that the trolley only runs during "tourist season." It operates Tuesday through Saturday during the summer (July 1 through Labor Day) andduring the winter holidays (after Thanksgiving through New Year's Eve). For more information, phone (800) 345-2210.
(Oh yes... by now it should go without saying that Rodeo Drive is pronounced "Ro-day-o," not "Ro-dee-o.")
One final note: after your visit, be sure to drive north up Rodeo Drive, to its residential section, between Santa Monica Boulevard and Sunset Boulevard. Here, on this lovely, tree-shaded lane, you'll find the longtime home of movie star Gene Kelly (where he died in 1996) at 725 Rodeo Drive.
Other celebs who lived on north Rodeo include Jackie Cooper (804), Carl Reiner (714), George Murphy (807) and Gene Hersholt (602). (And you'll find a rather eccentric bit of modern residential architecture at 507 Rodeo.)
At the far north end of Rodeo Drive, you'll find yourself at Sunset Blvd., and the Beverly Hills Hotel.
Parking: Some street parking is available, but Rodeo Drive is always crowded and most days parking spaces are hard to come by. There is a major municipal parking garage just off Rodeo Drive itself (west of the street), on Brighton Way. This Brighton underground garage offers two hours of free parking. There are two other (free) city parking structures at the corner of Rodeo Drive and Santa Monica Boulevard. There are also outdoor parking lots located on the streets around Rodeo; most charge a fee, some are free on Sunday.
Perhaps your best bet is the free valet parking available beneath the new Two Rodeo center. Not many people know about this posh underground garage, which it is open to the public, and which offers two hours of free parking in the glitziest new section of Rodeo Drive. Heading north up Rodeo, just make a right (east) turn on Dayton Way, then turn right again into the driveway leading down to the underground parking garage beneath Two Rodeo. A valet will park your car for you. (Be sure to hang onto the parking stub he gives you.) Then just ride the polished brass elevator up to street level. If you stay for two hours or less, the parking is free. After two hours, it costs $4 and up. Paid valet parking is also available at the Rodeo Collection, Cafe Rodeo, and other locales along Rodeo Drive.
Getting there: The famed Rodeo Drive shopping district lies to the north of Wilshire Boulevard, and to the south of Santa Monica Boulevard, in the heart of Beverly Hills. / Take the San Diego (405) Freeway to the Wilshire Boulevard exit. Go east on Wilshire (about three miles) to Beverly Hills, turn left (north) at Rodeo Drive (just a few streets past Santa Monica Boulevard). / Alternatively, from Hollywood & Vine: go south two blocks on Vine Street to Sunset Boulevard. Turn right (west) on Sunset. Follow Sunset Boulevard (west) about five and a half miles, into Beverly Hills. Turn left (south) onto Rodeo Drive (just after you pass the Beverly Hills Hotel), and drive through the beautiful residential section of Rodeo Drive, until you come to the shopping district