Wedding Magazine Photo Shoot and Staycation at Mandarin Oriental Miami
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Wedding Magazine Photo Shoot and Staycation at Mandarin Oriental Miami

An oasis in the middle of Miami’s urban hub As the editor in chief of Modern Luxury Weddings South Florida and The Caribbean, planning photo shoots are definitely one of my favorite parts of the job. So when my dear friend and writer, Angela Caraway-Carlton suggested we highlight Mandarin Oriental Miami’s gorgeous property and dog-friendly amenities, it…

25 Hot Happy Hour Bar Specials in Miami
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25 Hot Happy Hour Bar Specials in Miami

Check out these 25 quintessential happy hour hotspots in the Magic City. There’s nothing better than the happy hour scene in Miami. Whether you’re in the mood for comfy and casual or upscale and trendy, there’s plenty of excellent happy hour bars and restaurants to try that will have you and your wallet feeling very…

Pure Summer Bliss: Miami Spa Month
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Pure Summer Bliss: Miami Spa Month

It’s summer time and you know what that means in Miami – it’s time to spa! Hosted by MiamiAndBeaches.com, the annual Miami Spa Month returns July 1 through Aug. 31, 2016.   Enjoy special treatments for only $99 at some of Miami’s premier spas, divided by location, including: Beaches Acqualina Spa by ESPA Agua Spa Bliss Spa…

A Guide to Miami’s Handcrafted Cocktail Scene
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A Guide to Miami’s Handcrafted Cocktail Scene

A cocktail is not just a cocktail anymore. It’s evolved into an art form, requiring a triple-threat combination of fresh ingredients, killer presentation and a certain savior-faire. In Miami, handcrafted cocktails are afforded paramount attention as a trend of swanky lounges and mysterious speakeasies sweeps the city. Those premixed, powdered punches aren’t going to cut…

Road Trip: Cruising the Tamiami Trail from East to West
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Road Trip: Cruising the Tamiami Trail from East to West

Gators, snakes, birds and lakes — that’s what I’m reminded of when I think of the stretch of water-drenched land between Miami and Naples, a.k.a. the Everglades. From my home in Miami, I’ve zipped across the Everglades many times to visit the gorgeous Gulf of Mexico, but I’ve never taken my time to stop and…