Tag: Miami
Let’s Talk About South Beach
I recently completed my third visit to Miami in seven months. During my first trip, I enjoyed a fabulous room with a killer view on the 27th floor of Kimpton Epic Miami. The second time I stayed just a bit south in Brickell, at AC Hotel by Marriott, not far from Brickell City Centre (which is fabulous and has since expanded my Zara wardrobe considerably). On this most recent trip, I was in town with a couple of colleagues to attend Seatrade Cruise Convention, and I stayed at Gabriel South Beach.
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Tips to Plan a Destination Event Worth the Trip
It's time to shake things up and inject some serious excitement into your next gathering. Whether planning a corporate conference, black-tie gala or milestone celebration, choosing the right venue can make all the difference. City Winery shares some tips to make your next gathering a rockin' success.
The Best Pistachio Ice Cream
Last week I got the chance to indulge in the best pistachio ice cream I’ve ever tasted. This soft-serve ice cream novelty was churned in a small, locally owned Italian restaurant on Ocean Drive in Miami, Forte dei Marmi. My main course consisted of octopus and artichoke salad, and my colleague Carrie’s was the special of the night, lobster ravioli, while my other colleague Kim’s was fresh-caught sea bass and potatoes.
Casablanca Café and the Lizards of Florida
As a Florida transplant, I must say I never knew about the lizards. Off and on, people told me Florida had critters and bugs and, of course, there’s the fear of snakes and alligators — but, honestly, I’m not sure anyone ever mentioned the lizards.
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Briggs & Riley: Elevate Your Journey with Quality Luggage
Embracing a life well lived often means embracing a life well-traveled. Every journey becomes a canvas for experiences that shape our lives and at the heart of every adventure lies the indispensable companion: quality luggage.
My Pandemic Year in Travel
This week was my 27th birthday. How did I get here? It seemed to creep up so quickly. I remember this time last year the pandemic was in full swing with restaurants, bars and attractions closed. Friends and family couldn’t travel to see one another, and people were unsure how life was going to unfold in the next year, let alone the next day.