South Beach Sojoun
Description:
South Beach is unique place in America---an eclectic mix of local Latin flavor, touristy spots, hip style, and a sun, sand, and surf culture. It's both laid back and New York glamour at the same time...which is what makes Miami great. You may be more likely to hear Spanish than English, but you'll know you're in America.
Author: Josh
Day 1 - Miami
After a late afternoon arrival and a short jog down the beachside boardwalk, I found a nice little Italian cafe along the Lincoln Mall with outdoor seating.
Afterwards, it was off to the trendy Delano Hotel for a bit of "see and be seen" time at the Rose Bar. The interior spaces are gorgeous---and only matched by the people...if you like that sort of thing.
I stayed at the Fontainebleau, which has undergone a fantastic refurbishing. Back in the Rat Pack era of the 1960's it was the place to go, but then fell out of favor as it aged into the '80's and '90's. It "re-launched" in 2009 with a full facelift, including multiple trendy restaurants, bars, and clubs, stylish modern rooms (complete with Apple computers and an online concierge), and the best pool deck in Miami Beach, with cabanas, bars and chaise lounges surrounding 6 different pools plus several jacuzzis.
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Fontainebleau Resorts
Location:
view in google maps4441 Collins Avenue
Miami, FL 33140
Phone:
+1 605 538 2000 / +1 800 548 8886Day 2 - Miami
It would be shame to come to southern Florida and not at least get a round of 18 holes in. Afterwards, some refreshments on the promenade at Mango's, followed by a world-class steak dinner at Prime 112.
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Miami Beach Golf Club
Location:
view in google maps2301 Alton Road
Miami, FL 33140
Phone:
+1 305 532 33503
Prime One Twelve
Location:
view in google mapsThe Browns Hotel
112 Ocean Drive
Miami, FL 33139
Phone:
+1 305 532 81124
Tantra Restaurant & Lounge
Location:
view in google maps1445 Pennsylvania Avenue
Miami, FL 33139
Phone:
305 672 4765Day 3 - Miami
The Marlins may not be so good these days, but it's always fun to lounge in the sun and enjoy a few beers at the ballgame. After some time at the fantastic botanical gardens, I headed back to South Beach for a few more hours of sand and surf before catching an evening flight home.
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Miami Beach Botanical Garden
Location:
view in google maps2000 Convention Center Drive
Miami, FL 33139
Phone:
+1 305 673 7256 x2052
Florida Marlins
Location:
view in google maps2267 Northwest 199th Street
Dolphin Stadium
Miami, FL 33056
Phone:
+1 305 930 4487