Buying a car? Skip the dealerships and try Luxury Motorsports

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Buying a car can be stressful, and going through a dealership can often end up being more expensive and less satisfying than you want.  If you know exactly what you’re looking for, skip the dealerships and call Luxury Motorsports instead.

With Luxury Motorsports, all you need to do is tell them exactly what you are looking for, and then they do all the work.  They go through their databases of reputable, reliable auction sites and find that vehicle your heart is set on, whether it’s a car, boat, ATV or SUV.  A broker like Luxury Motorsports has the expertise you need when what you want isn’t on the local lot.

Luxury Motorsports will get you photos and ratings on the vehicle they find for you, and then when you give them the go-ahead, they bid on it for you and get it shipped in without you having to worry about a thing.  They also negotiate their fee with you up front, so there are no surprises at purchase time.  It’s the best, most hassle-free way to buy a car.

But that’s not all they do.  If you have an exotic car you want to sell, bring it to Luxury Motorsports and they can market it for you.  Let them do all the leg work, field the calls, negotiate the sale…you just relax and wait to hear it’s been sold.

Cut out the middle man, and call Bill Elam at 513-200-3236 or Tim McGee at 513-383-1586 at Luxury Motorsports.  You’ll get the car of your dreams with the service of your dreams!

The Cincinnatian Hotel proud to be serving up their signature Cricket Burger for Burger Week

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A gorgeous hotel in a prime location, perfect for both leisure and business travel…and burgers! You may not think of The Cincinnatian as your go-to place for a top-of-the-line hamburger, but trust us – you should!

As part of Burger Week, July 20-26, The Cincinnatian’s Cricket Lounge will again be serving their signature Cricket Burger. Burgers at participating locations are just $5, and this one is definitely the real deal. Sink your teeth into this classic American dish with bacon, American cheese, crispy onions, house-cut fries and fry sauce any day during Burger Week. This is a 4-diamond burger with a pub food feel, and it’s one they make all year ‘round, so you’re getting exactly the burger you expect.

You can also enjoy The Cricket Lounge’s other delicious menu items, if you aren’t a burger fanatic. From soups and salads to pastas and entrees such as short ribs, seared salmon and roasted pork loin, there’s something for every taste. You can also drop by The Palace, The Cincinnatian’s main restaurant. They will be launching a fresh, new summer menu on July 1st, featuring farm-to-table offerings and 3 to 5 course tasting menus. They also will be planning some fabulous events focused on wine and bourbon pairings.

And then there’s the hotel itself. A stunning “Grand Hotel,” built in 1882, The Cincinnatian was the tallest building in Cincinnati at the time (at 8 stories) and designed by the same architect as Music Hall and City Hall. It was the finest hotel of its time – and that hasn’t changed. With 146 rooms, including 7 suites, the old world charm and sumptuous luxury still shines amidst the modern day amenities such as high-speed internet.   All guest rooms were recently renovated with a modern, contemporary flair, offering an elegant, classic feel that’s a joy to come back to after a day of sightseeing or business meetings.

The Cincinnatian is a hotel destination not to be missed when in town. And of course, don’t forget about the Cricket Burger during Burger Week!

Happy Hour goes on all night long at Palomino

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Palomino is one of downtown Cincinnati’s hottest dining spots…and their Happy Hour is one of the hottest places to be after work.

The typical Happy Hour runs until dinner starts, but at Palomino, Happy Hour starts at 3 and goes until closing. And you don’t have to just nibble on peanuts and bar mix either – they have a full-on Happy Hour menu that will satisfy any appetite. Fish and chips, burgers, artisan pizzas, their famous Potatoes Gorgonzola, even gluten-free pasta; you’ll never leave this Happy Hour hungry!

And the drinks! Palomino is now featuring amazing signature cocktails, such as their Hibiscus Margarita and the ever-popular Elderflower Martini. You can order discounted wine by the glass as well as a wide selection of craft beers. All martini’s are half price on Tuesdays as well.

So a drink, a small plate and then what? A sweet nibble, of course! Palomino offers Madisono’s Gelato served with toasted biscotti…a great end to a perfect Happy Hour experience.

Come by Palomino’s, right across from Fountain Square for Happy Hour: 3pm to 10pm weekdays, and 3pm to 11pm weekends. Unwind from your day, catch up with friends and take in the ambience!

Looking for a suburban hotel that’s still close to the action? Try the Hyatt Place-Blue Ash

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You don’t need to stay in downtown Cincinnati to feel like you’re in the heart of the action; at the Hyatt Place Blue Ash, you’re just 20 minutes from downtown and just minutes from so many fun things to see and do while you’re in Cincinnati.

Having just completed an entire renovation of the premises, the Hyatt Place Blue Ash is a top-notch hotel that provides comfort and convenience along with style and efficiency. Every single room has been redone: new carpets, new paint, new bedding, new pullout sofas…from stem to stern each of these King or Double suites is ready for you to come in, relax and enjoy your stay. The lobby has been updated as well as the kitchen and fitness center. Everything is fresh and new.

The Hyatt Place Blue Ash provides a complimentary full buffet breakfast as well as food available 24/7 from their new Gallery Menu. You can relax in their full lounge, or grab a Starbucks coffee at their Bakery Café. Joining them for business reasons? Complimentary shuttle service is available to any place of business within 5 miles. They offer meeting and event space, so anything from a lecture series to a wedding can be handled with ease. Plus, there’s free WIFI! For more information about the Hyatt Place Blue Ash’s conference and event facilities, don’t hesitate to contact Sherry Howard at 489-3666, extension 5104.

Being in the heart of the Blue Ash business district really provides guests with the opportunity to explore Cincinnati yet still settle down at night somewhere quiet and restful. The hotel is located near the I-75/I-71 and I-275 corridors, which makes it easy to get anywhere in town. Go to www.blueash.place.hyatt.com for more information about this fabulous hotel!

Affinity Air combines classic limousine service with community awareness

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When you’re traveling on business, or have a special event, it’s a real treat to arrive in style. The best way to do that is to call Affinity Air Limousine and Car Service.

Cincinnati’s newest limousine service, Affinity Air opened in 2014 in the Newtown area and has provided the very finest in chauffeur-driven service in the area. With stretch limos, SUV’s, Lincoln Town Cars and Luxury Sedans to choose from, Affinity Air’s vehicles are always in tip-top condition and are driven only by professionally trained and knowledgeable drivers. Their services include corporate travel, airport service and hotel service as well as parties, weddings, proms and any night on the town activity you can think of!

They travel to all five area airports: Cincinnati, Columbus, Indianapolis, Lexington and Louisville. Their travel radius is 300 miles, so if your business travel takes you away from Cincinnati, they can get you there safely and comfortably. You can enjoy their limos for wine tour packages, birthday parties or other special occasions that are just calling out for a little extra fun. Students can join the Sweet Ride Student Limousine Club, and get 15% off their limo rental for prom and graduation.

Affinity Air is more than just a car service, they’re a business that supports the local community and even beyond. Local residents in Newtown, Anderson, Terrace Park and Mariemont can enjoy 10% off bookings. They’ve worked closely with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and they proudly support the Cincinnati LGBT community.

For more information about Affinity Air and how to book your special occasion or business travel car service, go to www.affinitylimos.com.

Water Tower Fine Wines greets summer with new expansion, new kitchen 

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Water Tower Fine Wines is ready for a summer full of great wine, great food and great times with their newly expanded premises!

They have added 1600 square feet to their existing building, as well as a full commercial kitchen. This expansion features more seating, more display space and a whole new area for wine pouring and food tasting. Owner David Lazarus says people have been asking to host private events at Water Tower Fine Wines, and with this addition there is now an amazing amount of room to hold those special occasions.

David’s wife Jan is the chef at Water Tower Fine Wines, and she’s planning some unique pizza and wine parings for the summer at their Saturday Café – come in every week for a combination you’ve never thought of!

Regular tastings are held on Fridays from 5:30 to 8:30 and Saturdays noon to 4:30; the Friday tastings include a selection of 4, 6 or 8 wines for $15 each. They also offer monthly wine dinners. Go to their website at www.watertowerfinewines.com or their Facebook page to see their tastings calendar and get full details and times.

Whether it’s red, white, blush or sparkling, there’s a wine waiting for you at Water Tower Fine Wines.