Miami is an adult's playground, with sun, surf, luxury hotels, award-winning restaurants, and nightclubs open well into the evening. As the biggest city in Florida, you can expect that there's plenty to do on your weekend in Miami and there's always a festival or event going on. Settled by the Spanish in the 1500s, Miami is a major cruise port and is the last stop before … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Miami, Florida
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Southern Stays: The Freehand Miami
Miami, Florida is one of the most expensive cities to visit, especially when it comes to finding a place to stay. But it was the first location of Freehand, a chain of luxury hostels now with locations in Los Angeles, New York City, and Chicago, which opened in 2012. The decor feels very much like what you'd expect from a hotel, mostly because it was built in the former … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Freehand Miami
The South’s 5 Most Stunning Mansions (That You Can Tour!)
There was a time when the robber barons and oil tycoons from the North would own a second home down South to spend half of the year. It was America's Gilded Age and the homes have the opulence to match the time period. The land was plenty and the weather was mild for these "snowbirds," who created lavish summer getaways in the region. Since that time, everyone from … [Read more...] about The South’s 5 Most Stunning Mansions (That You Can Tour!)
Film Friday: Scarface
This 1989 gangster classic, a play on the film about the life of Al Capone of the same name, stars Al Pacino in his career defining role as a Cuban immigrant who becomes the leader of a drug cartel. Tony Montana falls for his boss's girl, played by Michelle Pfeiffer. Miami serves as an additional character in this movie, with notable appearances by the Fontainebleau Hotel, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Scarface
