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Fountaingrove Lodge was supposed to be a haven for gay retirees. But now in the face of local opposition to the project, plans for the upscale Santa Rosa retirement community are on hold. Nick Burns reports.
Homeowners looking to go 'green' may think that means installing pricey solar panels or wind turbines. But new, efficient showers, faucets and toilets can save thousands of gallons of water a year -- and the cost savings add up. Amy Hoak reports.
In a signal of consolidation in commercial real estate, Simon Properties has bid to buy fellow mall operator General Growth for about $10 billion. John Spence of MarketWatch discusses.
Times have changed, and the square footage of new American homes is dropping. Super-sized homes are out, and efficiency and versatility are in. MarketWatch's Amy Hoak reports on the latest building trends.
Last year, Baltimore City Hall replaced its traditional flower gardens with vegetable beds to help serve a local soup kitchen. But not all went as planned. Anne Marie Chaker reports on lessons learned and plans for this year's crop.
Soon you'll be able to watch 3D movies on your television, then use the same TV to communicate with friends via Skype and to adjust your home's thermostat. MarketWatch's Amy Hoak reports on the top home-tech trends on the horizon.
There are early signs that the housing market has stabilized. The big question for 2010 is how housing will react after the government begins to move its support away, Nick Timiraos reports.
Israeli real estate agents say prices have climbed more than 30%, even as the U.S. and European housing market suffer. WSJ's Martin Himel reports.
A developer has signed a preliminary deal to bring a 600,000-gallon aquarium to a Times Square office building. WSJ's Anton Troianovski has more on the $100 million project.
With concerns mounting about tap-water purity, there are a slew of new products on the market. About the House columnist Wendy Bounds samples filters for faucets, showers, water bottles and pitchers - and even enlists the help of some thirsty friends to determine which filtered pitcher emerges as the winner of a taste-test.
Consumer protections against lost luggage, long hours on the tarmac and canceled flights are on their way, despite grumbling from airlines, Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney reports on the News Hub. 
Skyscrapers dominate the view of Hong Kong Island's Victoria Harbor waterfront, but nestled within the maze of tall buildings there's evidence of the city's rich culture and history. It's best seen from the double-decker trams. WSJ's Lam Thuy Vo reports. 
Built by North Koreans, the new monument in Dakar, Senegal, is larger than the Statue of Liberty. Take a tour with WSJ's Christina Passariello months before the official opening in April. 
New tours of Jamaica will offer travelers a rare look at the history of Jews on this Caribbean island. 
Walking in England is more than just a way of getting from one place to the other. Jeff Bush discovers the joys of England's public footpaths. 
Damascus and Aleppo in Syria are becoming hot tourist destinations. Rundown or abandoned 17th- and 18th-century Arabic houses have been renovated into charming, boutique hotels. WSJ's Don Duncan reports. 
WSJ's Middle Seat columnist Scott McCartney joins the News Hub to discuss a new trend in flying -- getting a second seat. 
Bargains on yacht charters are easier to find -- if you're paying in greenbacks. Here's how to score the best deal. Barron's Clare McKeen reports. 
A seaplane between Vancouver and Victoria, British Columbia, allows money-saving Canadian commuters to enjoy breathtaking views. WSJ's Adam Thompson reports. 
Royal Caribbean's Oasis of the Seas is the biggest luxury ship of its kind, catering to the needs of thousands of passengers. WSJ's Sarah Nassauer has more on how the crew does it. © Copyright 2008 - 2009 | CondominiumHotels.com | Jeff Johnstone - Arizona Real Estate Broker | PrivateResidenceClubs.com | LuxuryUrbanLiving.com | BoutiqueHotelRates.com |