Aboard the World

I was flipping through the CHRISTIE'S GREAT ESTATES magazine, drooling over all the fabulous residences for sale, when an advertisement caught my eye.  The heading read, "Travel the world without leaving home".  Sounds good to me, so I read on...

"The World, the only private residential ship, offers you a travel lifestyle like no other. A life which allows you to explore the globe with 200 like-minded adventure seekers. Join us aboard our private yacht and live a life more extraordinary. Exquisitely designed studios, two and three bedroom apartments available."

I was sold, I had to visit the website as soon as possible. I browsed the floor plans and photo galleries. Jumped back and forth from tab to tab, to scan the information. What did I find...

Endless amenities and perks for owners and renters alike!

This summer, The World embarks on a polar expedition to the remote ice hewn coasts of Greenland. A world of breathtaking beauty carved by Ice Age glaciers and characterized by its challenging environment, Greenland lies mostly north of the Arctic Circle.

The World’s September 2010, 18-day Greenland Expedition will offer Residents and Guests a voyage to one of the planet’s most breathtaking destinations, in the company of their knowledgeable Expedition Team who will be guides during the voyage and present a series of informative lectures.

 

 

Sounds amazing! Any takers?

Pasadena 'Vista del Arroyo' Condominiums to be AUCTIONED

SUNDAY JULY 11
Vista del Arroyo in Pasadena


In today's volatile real estate market, ingenuity can help get a property sold. It's a sign of the times when you see such listings as 'Vista del Arroyo' be put up on the auction block. If you have ever peered over the side of the Colorado Bridge, a.k.a. Suicide Bridge, you'd notice a tiny colony of Spanish Revival Condominiums draping the hillside. Or if you ever frequent the Rose Bowl, then you probably drive past them.

12 Beautiful Condominiums will be auctioned, starting bids from $295,000. These units were previously priced from $799,000-$1,350,000. They feature 1-3 bedrooms and 2-4 bathrooms with up to 3585 sqft. Each unit was crafted with extraordinary custom features. The complex is centrally located in the heart of the Arroyo Seco, offering dramatic views.

To find out more about these properties visit www.VistaDelArroyoAuction.com or stop by the model unit #104, open daily from 11am-6pm.

Vista Del Arroyo
44 Arroyo Drive
Pasadena 91105
To find more information about auctions, visit www.KennedyWilson.com

Metro Gold Line Foothill Extension - Pasadena to Azusa

"GROUNDBREAKING" literally...

I had a post card come across my desk this morning, smack dab in the center of the paper, read that word, in bold font of course. Metro Gold Line is having a 'Groundbreaking' ceremony for the Foothill extension. Saturday June 26 from 10am-1pm at Newcastle Park, 101 West Colorado Blvd, Arcadia. The event opens at 10am, shortly after at 10:30am ceremonial groundbreaking, followed by food, entertainment, and family friendly activities. Free parking is available on-street, as well as at The Santa Anita Church. The City of Arcadia Transit is providing shuttle service along Colorado Boulevard.

Sidewalk Murals at Paseo Colorado

Do you have any plans this weekend? Will you be in the Pasadena area? If so, find your way to Paseo Colorado to enjoy the 18th annual Pasadena Chalk Festival. This Saturday June 19 & Sunday June 20 from 10am to 7pm.  It's free of charge and open to the public. About 600 artists will decorate walkways all around the shopping center.

This year the 2010 Pasadena Chalk Festival will attempt to make history by setting the Guinness World Record for the Largest Display of Chalk Pavement Art!

At the conclusion of the festival, participating artists will select the outstanding murals of the festival, including Best Overall, Best Technique, Best Use of Color and more. Festival visitors will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite murals as well. Pasadena Chalk Festival “Paseo Colorado People’s Choice” ballots will be available in the Center’s retailers.

2009 Best in Festival

Mucha by Arlou Somo

2009 Paseo Colorado People's Choice

2009 Best Technique

Let it Be by Shuji Nishimura