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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) March 09, 2012

Minted (http://www.minted.com), announces the launch of its 2012 Easter collection featuring Easter photo cards, Easter party invitations, birth announcements, journals and gift tags. All Easter products are completely customizable. Minteds Easter collection is the one of the most beautiful youll see anywhere, says CEO and founder Mariam Naficy. Each design is uniquely crafted for this especially meaningful celebration.

The designs capture the full spectrum of the holiday; rabbits and eggs emphasize the whimsical playfulness of the holiday while crosses and Christian messages reference the religious significance behind the celebration of the end of Lent. All of the new products combine peerless designs crowd-sourced from indie designers with thick, luxurious paper.

From March 9th through April 2nd, customer purchasing any of Minteds Easter products will receive a free Easter origami craft kit. A fun activity for children, the kit includes sheets of exclusive origami pattern paper plus instructions to make Easter egg stands. The egg stands are a delightful, do-it-yourself, decorative touchthe perfect addition to any Easter tabletop.

New this year, Minteds party invitations are the perfect way to invite people to brunch, dinner or an egg hunt. Also new are Minteds festive little gift tags–a unique way to personalize an Easter gift or basket. The tags are sized at 3.5 x 2 and come with a pre-punched hole ready for the customers ribbon or twine. Easter is about new birth and new life, so it is very fitting that Minted is offering Easter-themed birth announcements, for the first time ever.

Finally, Easter journals are a unique (and sugar-free) addition to a childs Easter Basket. Easter journal covers are printed on luxurious 120 lb. card stock bond with chic metal grommets and featuring 40 pages; customers can choose between lined and unlined pages. At $ 16 per notebook, the minted Easter notebook is a fun gift at an accessible price point.

About Minteds Design Challenges:

Minted’s mission is to allow consumers to discover design genius from all over the world, providing an opportunity for designers to build their careers on merit alone. Minted holds monthly design challenges to source designs from a large global community of designers. The Minted community selects the best designs in a highly competitive and meritocratic process, yielding a top selection of the freshest, finest cards in the world.

Temecula, Ca. (PRWEB) March 19, 2012

Nit Picky, Inc. a professional head lice removal service, (http://www.nit-picky.com), announced the opening of the very first and only head lice treatment salon in the Inland Empire located in Temecula, California on March 16, 2012.

Nit Picky, in business since 2007, is introducing the expansion of their head lice removal service. With, in home services available throughout California, Colorado, Nevada, New York and Oregon, Nit Picky now offers a family friendly head lice treatment salon.

We are excited to introduce Nit Picky head lice treatment salon to families and schools in Southern California, said Founder and CEO Shannon Karrigan. We have successfully treated thousands of families in the convenience of their homes, we are pleased to announce that we now have a location where clients are welcome.

Nit Pickys new lice treatment center will provide a family friendly environment where parents can relax while the family is screened and treated for head lice. Children can play, color and watch t.v. on a big screen while mom and dad get all of their questions and concerns answered. The Temecula based salon will offer the lowest rates amongst competitors and does not require additional appointments. Nit Picky is also the only California lice salon to exclusively offer the Louse Buster. Free snacks, drinks and wi-fi are included. According to Karrigan, Nit Pickys clients have been requesting a location.

An average lice treatment with the company takes about an hour per person and the treatment efficacy rate is 98% from a single treatment. The company focuses on a one time treatment option and will show their customers how to follow simple after treatment instructions to ensure 100% success and prevent future infestations. The process is designed to offer families the highest level of support and eradication at an affordable rate.

The new Nit Picky head lice treatment salon is located at 43053 Margarita Rd. #B-108, Temecula, Ca 92592. Conveniently located in the heart of Southern Californias wine country near Pechanga Casino and Penny Pickles Childrens Museum. It is easily accessible from Los Angeles, Orange County, Palm Springs and San Diego counties.

Additional services include free school and camp screenings and 100% natural and organic head lice treatment and preventative products available online or in the salon. For more information about Nit Picky salon, services or products call 1-877-888-2820 or visit http://www.nit-picky.com .

About Nit Picky, Inc. – Nit Picky offers a safe and effective head lice treatment that eliminates head lice with all natural & organic products and a professional removal process since 2007. As a leader in lice removal we are dedicated to quickly eradicate the problem so that you can get back to your every day way of life.

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) March 14, 2012

Uncertainty and unemployment have constrained consumer budgets and, as a result, consumers are saving money by buying more alcoholic beverages from the Beer, Wine & Liquor Stores industry instead of going out, according to IBISWorld industry analyst Agata Kaczanowska. As a result, industry revenue is expected to grow at an average rate of 0.1% per year over the five years to 2012. Industry revenue is expected to total $ 43.6 billion in 2012 with a year-on-year decline of 3.9% as state deregulation of liquor laws and wavering consumer sentiment stall industry growth.

Each state is responsible for regulating its sale of alcoholic beverages, and some states are considering privatizing stores they currently run. Privatization is anticipated to slightly increase the volatility of the Beer, Wine & Liquor Stores industry revenue as businesses restructure, mainly because states that reshuffle stores’ ownership structures will impose costs and inconveniences on industry sales. Other states have proposed making heavily taxed alcoholic beverages more easily available to consumers through grocery and convenience store sales in an effort to raise state revenue. Deregulation on a state-by-state basis is expected to result in higher competition, squeezing the profit margin for the establishments located nearby, Kaczanowska says. Nonetheless, profit is forecast to as deregulation is also expected to allow stores to purchase more products in bulk and to bypass some distributors.

Competition and deregulation will lead to industry consolidation and specialization. Stores will offer a wider selection of products or specialize in a specific type of beverage to meet consumer demand in particular locations. The overall effect is expected to keep establishment growth low. The concentration of ownership of beer, wine and liquor stores is low due to state regulations that mostly prohibit vertical and horizontal integration. As states lift constraints, the industry is expected to consolidate in the face of increased competition. Not only are large chains expected to purchase mom and pop stores but they are also anticipated to open new locations in order to provide liquor sales in locations convenient to desirable and under saturated markets. For more information, visit IBISWorlds Beer, Wine & Liquor Stores report in the US industry page.

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IBISWorld industry Report Key Topics

This industry includes specialist and non-specialist stores licensed specifically to sell alcoholic beverages for off-premises consumption. The industry excludes wholesale, grocery, convenience and gas station stores.

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About IBISWorld Inc.

Recognized as the nations most trusted independent source of industry and market research, IBISWorld offers a comprehensive database of unique information and analysis on every US industry. With an extensive online portfolio, valued for its depth and scope, the company equips clients with the insight necessary to make better business decisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, IBISWorld serves a range of business, professional service and government organizations through more than 10 locations worldwide. For more information, visit http://www.ibisworld.com or call 1-800-330-3772.

Beverly Hills, CA (PRWEB) March 09, 2012

Furthering its position as the leading modern luxury residential designer in Los Angeles, Palumbo Design today unveiled details of its $ 25 million home redesign project. (Photo: http://www.palumbodesign.com)

Scheduled for completion in late August, the project will completely redesign the Beverly Hills home and guest house, strengthening Palumbo’s position as Los Angeles premier modern luxury residential designer.

“This project will ensure that we continue to deliver the world-class, luxury home experience clients have come to expect from Palumbo Design,” said Michael Palumbo, Principal of Palumbo Design. “The design of the entire estate represents a progressive departure from other homes in the area, with impeccable attention to detail that combines feelings of established openness, original touches, and smart amenities to exude contemporary extravagance.”

Dedicated to a full California modern experience, Palumbo’s redesign provides a variety of contemporary amenities coupled with amazing state of the edge features resourced from all over the world including; Germany, Italy, Greece and Sweden.

The redesigned experience has been designed for the connoisseur of homes with top-of-the-line technology integrated throughout the sexy pallet of white and dark chocolate Wenge wood, and dramatic automatic motion sensor lighting that turns on upon entry. Every switch, power source, and light fixture was meticulously placed for maximum accessibility.

The lucky new homeowner will be stunned walking onto a glass floor suspended over a very contemporary wood wine cellar, revealing a LED lit wine selection, to get to the main floor powder room door that opens electronically at the touch of a button.

Each element of the rooms complements the others, with pocketed doors and details found in elements like the imported electronic keypads that can also be controlled through an iPhone or iPad.

A commitment to excellence is apparent in all aspects of the home, including the state-of-the art windows from Sch

Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) February 14, 2012

GBK, the luxury lifestyle gift lounge and special events company, will honor the 2012 Academy Awards Nominees and Presenters with its Annual Gift Lounge on February 24th and 25th. GBK will offer its exclusive list of invited celebrities, VIPs, and media an opportunity to enjoy an elite environment with gifts, diverse services and hors d’oerves while tending to its charitable causes.

Honored guests include Nominees and Presenters of the Academy Awards as well as notable Hollywood celebrities, prominent media outlets and select charities, which continue to be the anchor of GBKs efforts and purpose. This years charities include:

The Worldteam Foundation – Rick and Sue Clark started the Worldteam Foundation in 2006 to combat human trafficking, starting with Thailand and the United States; HollyRod Foundation – The HollyRod foundation is dedicated to providing compassionate cave to those living with autism and Parkinsons disease; Drawing for Hope – “Pushing the limits of art, compassion, and healing.” Drawing Hope International uses visual art to join thousands of sexual assault survivors from every state in the US and 150 other countries into a healing community which supports survivors to connect with their own strength, see their beauty and embrace their freedom and lastly; The Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation- The mission is to raise funds for research and awareness towards a cure for Juvenile diabetes.

One of GBKs supporting initiatives this week included the purchase of laptop computers which are being donated to the HollyRod Foundation in the name of each nominee or presenter who attends the upcoming annual GBK celebrity lounge.

Holly Robinson, Founder of HollyRod Foundation stated the following; “At HollyRod we have known for years that technology has literally given non-verbal children with autism the ‘Gift of Voice’. Laptops, tablets along with revolutionary applications have made it possible for these children to communicate their feelings and needs like never before. Please give The Gift of Voice to a child with autism today, compliments of GBK!”

In the spirit of what represents the glitz and glamour of Hollywood and the Academy Awards, GBKs event theme is to portray luxurious gifts and services. This season, more than any other, the GBK lounge offers an array of diverse jewelry companies to bejewel both men and women. Luxury travel escapes; finest accessories as well as many pampering and beauty options await all who attend.

GBK, the recipient of multiple Best Gift Bag awards by BizBash will, once again, continue to raise the bar with their celebrity gift bags. GBK will host three lucky winners, recipients of GBKs celebrity gift bags, which were auctioned off at the Keep Memory Alive Ball and March of Dimes Foundation this past year, raising over $ 65,000.00 for these charitable causes. The winners bid for the famed GBK Celebrity Gift bags and the opportunity to have a real celebrity experience at the GBK celebrity lounges this month.

In honor of this years Academy Awards, GBK proudly presents their remarkable sponsors at the GBK celebrity gift lounge starting with the presenting sponsor; My Pillow: “Guaranteed the most comfortable pillow you’ll ever own.”- Premium down pillow.

Beauty and health is a sought after category by celebrities who have demanding daily schedules and seek the latest and most effective products in the market, for this reason GBK brings only the best to its celebrity attendees including; Ajinomoto North America, Inc. Capsiate Natura

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Temecula, CA (PRWEB) February 01, 2012

TEMECULA VALLEY Southern California Wine Country Spring arrives early in Temecula Valley Southern California Wine Country and is celebrated daily March 1 through May 31 as Springfest. Wild lilac blooms, grapevines plump green buds thrive, and 10 inspired festivals and events celebrating food, wine, music and song, Moms, classic cars, and the Old West provide vibrant fun, explains Kimberly Adams, Temecula Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau president and CEO. This is a gorgeous time of year to schedule a mini-vacation by arriving a day or two before, and staying over a day or two after. Enjoy special mid-week rates Sunday through Thursday, and more fully experience Downtown, Old Town Temecula, Temecula Valley So Cal Wine Country, Pechanga Resort & Casino, and the sunny, relaxed spirit and genuine richness of this casual, picturesque valley. The popular destination is 1 hour from Orange County and Palm Desert, and 1

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) November 30, 2011

As the holiday season kicks into high gear, many are busy shopping for gifts, making plans to be with loved ones, or looking forward to a much-deserved vacation. To help consumers survive the month of December with their sanity intact, the team at Viator the leading resource for more than 9,000 tours and activities in 800-plus destinations in more than 150 countries compiled a list of the top Christmas markets in Europe where visitors can find festive decorating tips, buy authentic gifts, or simply get filled with the holiday spirit. And for those whove run out of gift ideas or simply dont know where to start, Viators Gift Certificates make the perfect one-size-fits-all gift for road warriors and casual travelers.

Christmas Markets: Stress-Free Shopping in a Traditional, Festive Environment

Filled with traditional crafts, mulled wine, and tasty eats, Europes Christmas markets are the perfect way to take in some local culture and stock up on special gifts for loved ones at home. Some of the more famous markets have been running since the Middle Ages, and today they can draw upwards of two million visitors during December.

Germany Viators two-hour Munich Christmas Markets Tour includes stops at many of the 20 markets in Munich, where visitors can shop for handmade toys and sample hot spiced wine and gingerbread cake. Those looking for a more immersive experience can opt for a four-day tour of Christmas markets in Leipzig, Dresden and Plauen complete with visits to one of the countrys oldest porcelain manufacturers.

Austria Salzburgs Christmas markets are famous throughout Central Europe, and Viators five-hour tour includes visits to three of the most traditional markets in the picturesque countryside around the city of Mozart. The tour also includes a boat ride on Lake Wolfgang and a visit to the village of St. Gilgen, famous for its Sound of Music wedding church.

Switzerland A day trip from Geneva to Montreux and Chillon includes a guided tour of a castle near Lake Geneva that dates back to the year 1005 and was made famous by Lord Byrons poem, the Prisoner of Chillon. Along the way, travelers will have time to shop at various Christmas Markets.

France Food lovers will enjoy sampling seasonal Parisian specialties on Viators small group Gourmet Christmas Tour of Paris, which includes a three-hour walking tour led by an expert guide; opportunities to sample regional artisan cakes, cookies and hot wine; and shopping at the Saint-Sulpice Christmas Market.

Hungary On the Budapest Christmas Markets Tour, travelers will learn about the regions Christmas traditions and culture while taking in top city sights including the Opera House, Andrassy Boulevard and St. Stephens Basilica. The tour stops at a private wine cellar as well as three of the best Budapest Christmas markets, with ample time to shop for Hungarian handicrafts, trinkets, and souvenirs.

Viators Gift Certificates: Stress-Free Shopping from the Comfort of Home

Those looking for the perfect digital gift that keeps on giving will appreciate Viator Gift Certificates, available in denominations starting at $ 25 up to $ 500 and in five currencies including the U.S. Dollar, GB Pound, the Euro, Australian Dollar and Canadian Dollar. The Gift Certificates are redeemable toward the purchase of any travel experience on Viator.com and include free shipping thanks to email delivery that can be scheduled in advance or at the last minute. Recipients will be inspired by the many tours and activities they can choose from, including Universal Studios tickets in Los Angeles, helicopter tours in Las Vegas, elephant rides in Thailand, wine tasting in Australia, and many more.

For more holiday travel and gift ideas as well as the latest deals, promotions, contests and Viator news, visit the Viator Travel Blog or follow the company on Facebook and Twitter.

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Sacramento, CA (PRWEB) December 16, 2011

As Christmas nears, Lumens.com is reminding customers that today is the final day for free ground shipping on in-stock modern gifts for Christmas delivery. Customers must place orders by 5 p.m. EST on Friday, December 16th for arrival by Christmas Eve.

Lumens.com offers free shipping every day on purchases of $ 50 or more from its extensive contemporary lighting, fans and home accessories collection, with some exclusions. In its an extensive holiday gift guide, Lumens.com hand-picked more than 500 modern gifts ideal for lovers of modern design and more. The Lumens.com holiday gift guide highlights:

Gifts for him: Instead of another tie, these modern gifts for him include playful toys to sleek stylish accessories and cool, LED task lamps. A one-stop shop for customers to find something special for the design junkie.

Gifts for her: More than 50 hand-picked gifts that will sure to be something shell remember. The Lumens.com gift guide spotlights modern gifts for sisters, mothers, wives, and lots more, all with design in mind.

Top sellers: These popular gifts are sure to please even the pickiest people on customers’ shopping lists, with favorite products from top design brands, including Areaware, Menu, Alessi and more.

Gifts for wine enthusiasts: With products from Alessi, Blomus and more, this collection of gifts offers modern carafes, decanters, red and white wine glasses, contemporary wine racks, quirky bottle openers and more.

Gifts under $ 20, $ 50 and $ 100: No matter what the budget, customers can find everything from stocking stuffers to splurge-worthy treats for everyone on their Christmas list.

For last-minute shoppers, Lumens.com also offers expedited shipping for in-stock items. In-stock gifts can be upgraded to three-day, two-day or overnight shipping through Thursday, December 22nd at 3 p.m. EST.

In addition to the modern gifts in the holiday gift guide, Lumens.com also offers:

-Free shipping on orders of $ 50 or more (exclusions do apply)

-Low-price guarantee

-Expert service via the customer service center

-Easy, no-hassle returns

-Volume order discounts

-More than 300 manufacturers from all over the globe, offering everything from contemporary lighting to transitional fixtures and modern furnishings, gifts and home accessories.

For additional information on modern gifts at Lumens.com or the holiday Gift Guide, contact Sarah Schaale or visit lumens.com.

About Lumens Light + Living:

Lumens Light + Living is dedicated to offering the very best of design-oriented lighting, fans and home accessories, from the most contemporary lighting from international designers to modern interpretations of classic design.

Contact:

Sarah Schaale, Assistant Marketing Manager

Lumens Light + Living

916-444-5885

http://www.lumens.com

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San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) December 28, 2011

A San Francisco bar serving tapas, Asiento invites everyone to attend a New Year’s Eve bash in their Mission District restaurant. Not only will the attendees prepare to ring in the New Year, they will also get the first opportunity to taste the restaurant’s new winter drink list.

The festivities will get underway at 5 p.m. on New Year’s Eve, Saturday, Dec. 31 and last until 2 a.m. Asiento will host several local DJs and will have drink specials all night long.

The cost is $ 35 for the dinner. Tax and tip are extra. The dinner will be an all-you-can-eat cocktail party-style with two complimentary glasses of bubbly. Book early for dinner as Asiento is only offering 80 dinner tickets. View the menu scheduled for New Year’s Eve on Asiento’s website at http://www.asientosf.com.

Even if the dinner tickets have all been sold or if people already have dinner plans, Asiento invites everyone to come by for drinks and dancing without having to purchase the food package.

“We will ring in the New Year twice,” said Debi Cohn of Asiento. “We will toast at 9 p.m. as the East Coast celebrates the start of 2012 and we will toast at midnight as we all officially step into the New Year.”

For more information on Asiento, call 415-766-0238 or visit them online at http://www.asientosf.com. Asiento is located at 2730 21st St. in San Francisco.

About Asiento

Asiento is a neighborhood bar, serving Tapas, located in San Francisco’s Mission District. They are known for their Chill welcoming vibe, happy hour specials, numerous board games and game night. Top it off with an eclectic wine list and the best brunch on Sundays, known as the Sunday Recovery Brunch, 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. They offer a casual relaxed environment where people can stop in for a drink and meet up with their neighbors or make new friends. The bar features San Francisco’s finest local talent, ranging from the favorite neighborhood and surprise international DJs to local bands each amplified by the bar’s top of the line JK Sound system.

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Mill Valley, CA (PRWEB) December 16, 2011

This holiday season, San Francisco limousine service, Peace Limousine in Tiburon is offering 10 percent off airport, charter and group limousine services now through New Years Day.

With more than 10 years of expertise and excellent customer service for luxurious transportation, Peace Limousine is always ready to meet their client’s personal, local travel needs, whether it’s an airport limo service or a wine country tour, San Francisco Peace Limousine assures clients that they’ll ride in style and class. Their professional chauffeurs are ready to promptly pick them up and safely drive them to their next destination.

“At Peace Limousine, we feel that each of our customers deserve to be treated with unsurpassed quality and that they enjoy every minute of their experience with us. Our team of courteous, prompt and professional chauffeurs is mindful of our customers’ needs and highly knowledgeable of the San Francisco area. Their attention to detail, positive attitude and pleasant demeanor help our customers feel at ease, knowing a true professional is caring for them,” says Ahmed Bassa of Peace Limousine.

They offer vehicles from luxury sedans to 10-passenger stretch limousines with select features like champagne, stocked bars and televisions. They offer pickup and drop off, charter services throughout the Marin County, including Mill Valley, Corte Madera, San Francisco, Tiburon, Marin City, Sausalito, Belvedere, Forest Hill, Oakland and the East Bay.

To request pricing and availability, or for more information about their services, contact Peace Limousine at 415-272-2867 or visit them online at http://www.peacelimotiburon.com.

About Peace Limousine

Peace Limousine provides luxury transportation services throughout the Marin County area. They offer clients exclusive treatment on their highly maintained, vehicles from pickup to drop off. For more than 10 years, individuals, couples, parties and organizations have trusted Peace Limousine to meet their luxury transportation needs.

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