Growing up I thought the coolest thing ever was to a) have a swimming pool, b) know someone with a pool, c) go on a vacation at a hotel with a pool. Hot summers were meant to be enjoyed either playing Marco Polo or lounging in a chair with a cold beverage. Over the...
If Disney can create fun resorts and theme parks, then why can’t the great balladeer Jimmy Buffett do the same thing. He may not be as famous as the mouse, but he certainly has a worldwide following of fun-loving fans who yearn to relax and chill just like him....
Santa Barbara, CA - The last time Mazda invited me to test drive a new vehicle it was for the CX-30, a mid-size SUV. A gaggle of auto journalists gathered in San Diego and we drove the vehicle on a pre-determined route to Palm Springs. I remember many things about the...
I am not one to lose many things. I actually pride myself on the fact that I have the same pair of sunglasses since the Obama administration (and yes, they still look cool). But some people lose things and for that reason there are devices that can be useful to help...
Nothing better than a finely mixed cocktail, right? Well actually there is...when you don't have to tip the bartender. Automatic cocktail making machines have been on the market for a few years. Similar to countertop, automatic coffeemakers (think Keurig), these...
The countdown is on! Follow me all around CES 2022 in Las Vegas from January 4-7. I'll be searching for and showcasing all of the cool products, cars, and gadgets that you probably don't need and most likely can't afford. Masked, vaxed, and ready to roll!
Every holiday season I put together a few gift ideas for Great Day Houston (KHOU-CBS) that usually include tech gadgets and home products. This year I decided to do something a bit different and pick a few choice items that have a tie-in to the great state of Texas. ...
Another appearance on Great Day Houston (CBS) so I had to bring out some gadgets to keep you surfing quickly online, keeping an eye on things with an inexpensive security camera, disinfecting your tech gear, and spotlighting the new Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 smartphone. ...
I have traveled to California most all my life. As far south as San Diego and up north past San Francisco in the wine country. Los Angeles and Orange County have been my sweet spot for decades as I enjoy the hustle of Hollywood and the nearby sunny beaches. I’ve spent...
It’s 9:45 in the morning and I’m already starting to sweat. Maybe because the temperature is creeping towards 90 degrees and the humidity is approaching that same number. Or it could be that I’m staring at a small flag 178 yards away surrounded by 5 deep, sandy...