Luxe Beat Magazine JUNE 2015 | Page 7

Letters To The Editor Dear Editor, I thoroughly enjoy “Luxe Layovers” by Susan Lanier-Graham. They are quite helpful in my travels. Does Ms. Graham travel to all of the airports or how does she pick which ones she is going to cover? Regards, Joe G., London Dear Joe, “Luxe Layovers” is one of my favorite columns and I notice many of the places Susan mentions, when going through some of the airports. Susan travels extensively and has been to the airports she covers. But when she features an airport, she has to do additional research to find out up-to-date information from the airports involved and all behind the scene secrets. I believe she picks airports by those that respond to her extensive list of questions. Some are more willing and eager to be covered than others. It’s amazing how Susan brings the airports to life. Since she is also a sommelier and was recently in the Champagne region of France, giving a presentation at a conference, I am sure there will be something on Charles De Gaulle Airport soon. She never misses an opportunity to check out where she is and click away with her camera. If there is a new airport or one that has undergone extensive renovation, let Susan know and possibly it will be added to her upcoming list. Sincerely, Maralyn D. Hill Executive Editor Dear Editor, I’ve been to some of the Greek islands, but not Mykonos. Aphrodite’s Hideaway has convinced me that I must return and visit St. John Mykonos Hotel. The resort sounds like exactly what I prefer. Sincerely, James R, San Francisco, CA Dear James, Aurelia certainly did make Mykonos inviting. We are delighted you enjoyed her article and thank you for writing. Dear Editor, It was a pleasure to read an article about Linda Kozlowski in the April issue that focuses on what she has been doing since she left acting. It was intriguing and interesting and made me want to discover Morocco. Thank you for the in depth account. She seems to be thoroughly enjoying her life. Cordially, Susan L., New Orleans, LA Dear Susan, Thank you for writing. Linda Kozlowski was a delight to interview. Her enthusiasm about her life was contagious and I am glad it came through to you. Morocco was never on my list and now it is. Sincerely, Sherrie Wilkolaski Editor-in-Chief Dear Editor, I find the variety of products you review interesting. How do you find them? Sincerely, Shelly B., Los Angeles, CA Dear Shelly, Generally, public relations representatives will contact us. Occasionally, a manufacturer, producer, or artist will contract us directly. We do require seeing a sample of the work to see if it measures up to what our readers would expect. Sometimes, they are not willing to invest in sending a sample. Unfortunately, then we cannot invest in recommending them. Some samples we get, we are unable to recommend. It is very important to us to check out how something is made, as well as how it works or tastes. We only like to suggest what we consider great. Sincerely, Maralyn D. Hill Executive Editor Dear Editor, If a reader discovers a wonderful resort, hotel, restaurant, chef, winery or spa, are you interested in learning about it? Would you write about it? Dear Editor, Regards, John J., New York, NY I especially liked the article, “The American Queen: Ruling America’s Rivers.” I enjoyed how the history of the riverboats was brought into the article. I hope we see more of these return to the American rivers. Dear John, Sincerely, Ralph R., St. Louis, MO Yes, we are always interested in learning about new luxury finds. If you provide the contact information, we will either contact them using your name as a referral or you can have them contact us. One of our contributing writers will have to experience the location to test it out, so they can write about it. Thanks so much for asking and I hope you have some wonderful recommendations for us. Sincerely, Maralyn D. Hill Executive Editor Dear Ralph, Thank you for writing. I enjoyed Lillian’s article on The American Queen too. Riverboats have always intrigued me. I hope with the popularity of river cruising returning, that we will see more return. We certainly keep our readers posted. Plus, Lillian is a champion cruiser, who stays up-to-date with all cruises being offered. Sincerely, Maralyn D. Hill Executive Editor Sincerely, Maralyn D. Hill Executive Editor Dear Readers, We were happy to receive some letters to the editor this month and hope more of you will continue to write to make comments or ask questions Please send Letters to the Editor to [email protected] Subject: Letter to Editor 7