Here’s another reason why The Biltmore Miami is one of my favorite SoFla destinations. https://www.biltmorehotel.com/ The historic resort on March 29 will host its Fourth Annual Beer, Bourbon, Burgers and Blues fest, this year featuring the music of Coral Gables native Albert Castiglia. The event, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., will be in The […]
Category: Hotels
Steelpan restaurant opening soon at renovated Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach
Renovation of the Sonesta Fort Lauderdale Beach hotel includes Steelpan, a Caribbean-American restaurant concept inspired by the island flavors of South Florida. “During the renovation process, we put a lot of thought into how to best showcase the beach views we have available to us,’’ hotel General Manager Eduardo Fernandez told me. “The inspiration for […]
Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival was 18 months in the making
The official dates of the first Greater Fort Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival are March 20-24, but the culinary party won’t stop there. Festival Founder Kate Reed is planning soon-to-be announced monthly events – beginning in April – to keep the event front and center in the minds of residents in Broward County and beyond. […]
Sláinte from Palm Beach County to Miami Beach
With St. Patrick’s Day less than one week away, here’s some places and parties – from Palm Beach County to Miami Beach – to the celebrate the Irish in all us. Beauty and the Beeeef (Wellington) Beginning March 11 through March 17, The Beauty and The Beeeef will commemorate the saint’s magnanimity wit a curated […]
Universal’s Aventura Hotel shines with price and location
Universal’s Aventura Hotel in Orlando has so much going for it that it’s difficult to know where to begin. But let’s start with location. Aventura Hotel, which opened this past August?, has a pathway to Universal’s Volcano Bay water park and is a short walk from Sapphire Falls hotel that takes guests via boat to […]
Pelican Grand Beach Resort in Fort Lauderdale completes $7 million guest room renovation
One of the only true beachfront, boutique hotels in Fort Lauderdale, Pelican Grand Beach Resort has completed a $7 million guest room renovation. The eight-month transformation honors the existing property’s old Floridian charm while introducing modernized design and boho-inspired elements. “We’re beyond thrilled to see our vision come to life,” said Heidi Dennis, general manager […]
International Women’s Day at 1 Hotel South Beach
1 Hotel South Beach on March 8 will celebrate International Women’s Day with a dedicated Anatomy workout class, panel discussion and rooftop party in honor of the day. Here’s a look: “TRIPLE THREAT” Workout Class 9am-10am Complimentary 60-minute TRIPLE THREAT workout class led by a trifecta of female Anatomy instructors –Jacqueline Kasen, Analys Romao, and […]
Salamander Hotels & Resorts looking to develop new oceanfront hotel at Hammock Beach
Salamander Hotels & Resorts is looking into possibly redevelop its 20-room Lodge at Hammock Beach Resort in Palm Coast, Fla., into a larger oceanfront hotel. The Lodge is the sister hotel to the more-than 300 suites in the Main Tower at Hammock Beach, which features the Jack Nicklaus-designed Ocean Course and the nearby Conservatory Course […]
Marriott International opens three-branded hotel in Nashville
Marriott International today announced the opening of its first newly built property that combines three brands under one roof in vibrant Nashville. Located across from Music City Convention Center and developed by North Point Hospitality, the 21-story, $140 million property features three Marriott brands – AC Hotels (209 rooms), extended stay Residence Inn (136 suites) […]
Tequila Time in SoFla: National Margarita Day on Feb. 22
In the middle of the South Beach Wine and Food Festival comes National Margarita Day. South Florida doesn’t need another reason to party, but it can’t pass up another opportunity. So say “Hola’’ to some of the my favorite Margarita spots on Feb. 22. Venue: Cantina Laredo (Hallandale Beach) Agave lovers will have their […]