Sunset On Sunset Key Island, Key West, Florida
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Continuing our journey for luxury, comfort, pampered existence, and just good times, Gary and I chose Key West, the laid back town-lifestyle where Jimmy Buffet, the essence of cool calls home as …

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Daedrian McNaughton is the founder and CEO of Premier Guide Media, an online media group. She is responsible for all aspects of Premier Guide Media’s business endeavors, including business development, finance, administration, marketing, product development and editorial operations. In 2006, McNaughton joined AlexShay.com where she serves as vice president overseeing website development, and conducts large and small scale assignments. McNaughton never expected to be thrust into the world of media and entertainment, however in 2009, she created Premier Guide Media, an online media group comprised of Premier Guide Miami, and Island Posts. She has covered and photographed numerous high profile events, and interviewed some of Hollywood’s most notable personalities, including Simon Cowell, Rosie O’Donnell, Vanessa Williams, Sir Richard Branson, Josh Groban, Chef Gordon Ramsay, Randy Jackson, Trace Adkins, Nancy O’Dell, Julian Marley, Nigel Barker, Blair Underwood, John O’Hurley, CNN’s Soledad O’Brien, Lisa Kudrow, Nick Lachey, Joan Rivers, Randy Jackson, Alan Alda, and others. McNaughton has had a career as a commercial flight attendant and has made several journalistic contributions as a web editor for Yahoo.com and Examiner.com, and more recently, as the creator of an online interview outlet, DaedrianM’s Brief Encounters where she conducts brief interviews with celebrities, as well as business and political leaders. McNaughton has photographed some of the biggest names in the global entertainment industry. Daedrian McNaughton currently resides in Miami, Florida. To contact Daedrian, please email Daedrianm@premierguidemedia.com.

A restorative retreat in Thailand, Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa, Si Kao, Thailand
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A restorative retreat in Thailand, Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa, Si Kao, Thailand

For guests looking for a guided and wide-ranging wellness retreat, the Body Detox Programme at Anantara Si Kao Resort & Spa is just the ticket. Included in this package are private consultations with Naturopathic …

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A four day anti-aging detox, La Réserve Genève, Geneva, Switzerland
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A four day anti-aging detox, La Réserve Genève, Geneva, Switzerland

La Réserve Genève
Treat yourself to a much needed post-holiday detox. La Réserve Genève’s Four-Day Better-Aging Detox Program includes a complete checkup and personalized action plan to restore the body’s balance and adopt …

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A stress-free vacation , COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali, Indonesia
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A stress-free vacation , COMO Shambhala Estate, Bali, Indonesia

It’s easy to become overwhelmed by the pressures of work and home, especially during the holiday season. That’s why COMO Shambhala Estate, nestled in the heart of Bali, offers a Stress-Management Program specifically designed …

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An Ayurvedic escape for the mind, body, and spirit in Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos
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An Ayurvedic escape for the mind, body, and spirit in Parrot Cay, Turks & Caicos

With its crystal clear ocean and mile-long stretch of white sand, this private island resort is the ideal place to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and …

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Sunset On Sunset Key Island, Key West, Florida
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Sunset On Sunset Key Island, Key West, Florida

Continuing our journey for luxury, comfort, pampered existence, and just good times, Gary and I chose Key West, the laid back town-lifestyle where Jimmy Buffet, the essence of cool calls home as …

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Vegas Layover: MGM Grand, Michael Jackson Immortal Tour
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Vegas Layover: MGM Grand, Michael Jackson Immortal Tour

Layover is the most appropriate word I can use to describe our short stays in some of America’s top cites and luxury hotels.
The first of our trips started in early December where Gary and I …

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New York Layover-Art Basel Miami Beach Escape
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New York Layover-Art Basel Miami Beach Escape

While thousands prepared to descend on south beach in December for the another installation of the most prestigious art fair in the Americas, Art Basel Miami beach, I was flying the friendly skies making connections …

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A Family Affair With The Pointer Sisters at Hard Rock, Hollywood, Florida
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A Family Affair With The Pointer Sisters at Hard Rock, Hollywood, Florida

“Let’s keep it in the family.” _Ruth Pointer/The Pointer Sisters
Whenever the Pointers sisters perform together it is a family affair. The original members of the group were Ruth, Anita and June Pointer. Since the passing …

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Deana Martin and Bob Newhart at Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Resort, Hollywood, Florida
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Deana Martin and Bob Newhart at Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Resort, Hollywood, Florida

Its in her genes. Deana Martin daughter of the late and legendary Dean Martin appeared as an opening act with a full orchestra, for the Bob Newhart Comedy Show at the Seminole Hard Rock …

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Kenny Rogers Live at The Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Resort, Hollywood, FL
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Kenny Rogers Live at The Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Resort, Hollywood, FL

Kenny Rogers Live on January 28, 2012 at The Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Resort, Hollywood, FL
Multi-talented and country music singer, Kenny Rogers just stopped in at the Seminole Hard Rock Casino and Resort, Hollywood, …

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Larry King: Stand Up Comedy Tour
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Larry King: Stand Up Comedy Tour

Larry King: Stand Up Comedy Tour
By: Daedrian McNaughton and Gary Sandelier
Premier Guide Media/Premier Guide Miami

After our return from our beautiful getaway to Sunset Key Island Guest Cottages in Key West, Florida, we were invited to …

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Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner and New Oil Controlling Towelettes
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Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner and New Oil Controlling Towelettes

As a flight attendant who is constantly on the go with duty days up to 16 hours, I swear by Dickinson’s Original Witch Hazel Pore Perfecting Toner and New Oil Controlling Towelettes.
The …

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Soap Opera Style Makeup
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Soap Opera Style Makeup

Look like a real soap opera star wearing the Jabot camera ready color lasting performance foundation. The make-up of choice for the stars on The Young and the Restless.
If you are …

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Rapid Lash
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Rapid Lash

I am a bit skeptical about products that boast fast results and instant gratification.
Not so long ago, we received a sample of an eyelash enhancing serum called rapid lash. A cosmetics and beauty …

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Schick Quattro for Women
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Schick Quattro for Women

No more stubble. Lately Schick has been manufacturing some chic products for women. And for a woman on the go, their newest introductions are essential.
The new Schick Quattro for women razor offers …

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A Night at the Drake Hotel, Chicago
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A Night at the Drake Hotel, Chicago

The life of a flight attendant can be intriguing and adventurous in any given moment. From our cozy hotel room of the Hyatt Regency Hotel, O’Hare, Cynthia, my fellow crew member and …

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Desert Style Luxury and Comfort
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Desert Style Luxury and Comfort

The lure of the desert oasis. Relax in luxurious comfort at the Boulders, Scottsdale, Arizona.
By: Gary Sandelier and Daedrian McNaughton.

Buried under the holiday rush and stress-the week before Christmas; the busiest time of the year …

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Simon Cowell Talks The X Factor Meltdown, Randy Jackson Reunion, American Idol Emmy Nomination, and more
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Simon Cowell Talks The X Factor Meltdown, Randy Jackson Reunion, American Idol Emmy Nomination, and more

I find it very amusing that after all these years that the year I wasn’t on American Idol, it would win the Emmy, and I think that would make me …

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Talking Emmy Awards With GLEE’s Jane Lynch
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Talking Emmy Awards With GLEE’s Jane Lynch

What I’m concerned about is I do well and don’t make a fool of myself. I mean I trust my writers and everybody working on the Emmys knows …

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Eva Longoria on Hosting Duties for the 2011 Alma Awards
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Eva Longoria on Hosting Duties for the 2011 Alma Awards

I used to be a seat filler almost 12 years ago, and I wanted to get in the building to see the stars and to see people like me reflected on …

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Holiday Gift Guide: Spend Less, Get More
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Holiday Gift Guide: Spend Less, Get More

Holiday cheer will soon be here
Fashionistas will shout “We’ve been good this year!”
Friends and families will be looking for good deals
And with this Gift Guide you’ll find plenty of steals
Holiday shopping can be quite unpleasant
But …

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Jamaican rum by music industry legend, Chris Blackwell
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Jamaican rum by music industry legend, Chris Blackwell

Rum… it has inspired quintessential pirate activities like swashbuckling, smuggling, and plank-walking for centuries. Real life swash and buckle may no longer be a side effect of rum drinking but when music …

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GET THE LOOK: Vanessa Hudgens New Long Locks
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GET THE LOOK: Vanessa Hudgens New Long Locks

If you’re like Vanessa Hudgens and can’t get used to a new short “do,” long extensions may be the perfect solution.  Extensions are a quick and easy fix to saying so long to short hair …

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Isharya’s Fall/Winter 2011 Collection
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Isharya’s Fall/Winter 2011 Collection

As always, Isharya beautifully combines California chic with Bollywood glamour in their designs which are fantastically crafted with Isharya’s signature mixed mediums.
Their newest collection, Nile Nymph, draws inspiration from the unsurpassed …

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Sculptural Bliss in Sterling Silver by KumKum
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Sculptural Bliss in Sterling Silver by KumKum

Sterling silver has always captivated its audience through its ability of transformation, and with the rising price of gold, it has become the desirable alternative. Swedish designer KumKum has once again reinvented …

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Long Earrings: Once Trendy, Now Classic
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Long Earrings: Once Trendy, Now Classic

The past few seasons, you can’t go anywhere without spotting the long earring trend on celebs like J-Lo, Demi Moore, Selena Gomez and more. However, while some thought this trend would fade out, …

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Skintimate With An Extra Flair
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Skintimate With An Extra Flair

All summer long women have been wearing smooth, sexy and stubble-free legs with confidence, courtesy of Schick and Skintimate.
Whether you jet to Miami Beach or to the beaches in Brasil or Australia, travel well with …

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Patti Stanger Talks Baby and Being A Stepmom
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Patti Stanger Talks Baby and Being A Stepmom

I wouldn’t have a baby without a man. I just – it’s not that I wouldn’t or couldn’t it’s that I don’t feel comfortable.  I’m adopted. So my mom was married three times and …

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Patti Stanger Says Jay-Z and Beyonce Will Have A Baby Within 2 Years
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Patti Stanger Says Jay-Z and Beyonce Will Have A Baby Within 2 Years

I think Jay-Z is a perfect fit for Beyonce and I think she waited a long time for him. I think all those songs about being single were probably written when …

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Showbiz Couple: Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.
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Showbiz Couple: Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.

Showbiz Couple: Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr.
By: Gary Sandelier and Daedrian McNaughton
The partnership between nine times Grammy award-winning singing duo Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. was a bond made to last.
The couple …

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Sam Branson: Buried Alive On Current TV’s Man Versus Earth
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Sam Branson: Buried Alive On Current TV’s Man Versus Earth

‘I want to make documentaries about global issues like climate change in a young, funky and cool way so audiences can relate to them.’ _Sam Branson, Founder of Current Sponge.
Sam Branson, …

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Spiderman: Turn Off The Dark
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Spiderman: Turn Off The Dark

Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark
Broadway musical “Spider-Man: Turn Off The Dark”, staring Reeve Carney, Patrick Page, Jennifer Damiano and T.V. Carpio. The musical also features score by Bono and The Edge …

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Diana Ross: More Today than Yesterday
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Diana Ross: More Today than Yesterday

Diana Ross: “More Today Than Yesterday-Greatest Hits”
Singer and Academy award-winning actress | Lead singer of the Motown group The Supremes | Lady Sings the Blues | An Evening with Diana Ross | The Wiz (a …

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Toni Braxton On Family, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Health & Financial Woes
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Toni Braxton On Family, Rihanna, Lady Gaga, Health & Financial Woes

Grammy-Award winning artist and performer, Toni Braxton is taking to WE Tv to air her life story and to clear up rumors on her health and financial status in the Braxton Family Values. The new …

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Niki Taylor “Star Jones and Dionne Warwick have absolutely no joy in their lives and they are bullies”
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Niki Taylor “Star Jones and Dionne Warwick have absolutely no joy in their lives and they are bullies”

Having graced the covers of over 300 magazine worldwide including Mademoiselle, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, Allure, Elle, Self, Shape, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan and Glamour, and a …

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Rose McGowan on LAW & ORDER: SVU Bombshell
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Rose McGowan on LAW & ORDER: SVU Bombshell

Rose McGowan (CONAN THE BARBARIAN (3D), Death Proof,   GRINDHOUSE, and CHARMED) guest stars on an episode of Law and Order: SVU. I caught up with her to dish about her guest role.
“Bombshell”
Airs 3/23/11, …

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Sherri Shepherd: Queen of Jordan
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Sherri Shepherd: Queen of Jordan

With everything going on in Daytime® Emmy Award-winner Sherri Shepherd’s life, she took some time from planning her wedding, and the View to talk to us about 30 Rock and why she is not a …

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Tattooed By Inky Now at Target
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Tattooed By Inky Now at Target

The brand NEW fragrance collection Tattooed By Inky!  was just launched at Target stores for the affordable price of $5.99 each, these 5 high quality body sprays are inspired by the cult of self-expressive body …

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New beauty trend: Omega-3 products
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New beauty trend: Omega-3 products

Omega-3 has long been praised by the media as a healthy ‘fat’ in foods, helping brain function and reducing the risk of heart disease. Now, it has become good for your beauty regime as well; …

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A-list beauty with suki
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A-list beauty with suki

Wondering how Hayden Panettiere gets her radiant look? The star glowed on the red carpet of Elton John’s Oscar viewing party thanks to suki skincare. Get the same red-carpet ready look at home with cult-favorites …

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