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Just What the Doctor Ordered

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 22:01:20 +0000

It’s time to destress and here’s the perfect answer. Three times a week on Mondays and Wednesdays (6-7:15) and Saturdays (9-10:15), free yoga classes are held in the park at Tina Hills Pavilion (south end) in Miami. This outdoor location is the perfect setting for relaxation and gives you a chance to escape and invigorate yourself. All classes are taught by a certified Yoga Instructor and everyone who attends must be over the age of 18. Attendees must come prepared and bring their own yoga mat, water and towel. If it rains, no worries as the classes will be moved inside the Bayfront Park office. All levels are welcome. For more information, visit their website or call 305-358-7550.

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An Afternoon Escape to the DiLido Club

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 03:10:46 +0000

Some days I feel so lucky. Sitting in the sun, having lunch on the beach, feeling like you’re on vacation, sipping Sangria — all in a day’s work. That’s what I did yesterday in the midst of my busy day.

Yesterday, I was able to visit the DiLido Club at the Ritz-Carlton in South Beach. Their chef, Jeff McInnis will be on this year’s Top Chef, so he will be making headlines soon enough. Let me tell you, this chef is extremely talented and his culinary creations are out of this world, and they are healthy too. Yes, you heard that correctly. In a time, where cream and butter are an added necessity, this ‘Top Chef’ values sound nutrition as much as he values good taste. He creates a menu without any extra added butter, oil or cream, and it tastes delicious. Now that’s a challenge!

The Mediterranean based or “sun cuisine” includes such delicious selections as: Seared Haloumi Cheese, Heirloom tomato salad, Chicken under a brick with crispy lemon chicken, artichoke and cucumber raita, and Pomegranate Glazed Duck Breast with curried peach and spiced pumpkin almond fritters.

In addition to the fabulous cuisine, the view from the restaurant is incredible – it can’t be beat.

Here’s something else that you should check out at the Ritz-Carlton in South Beach. It’s called Bubbles and Blowouts. For only $50 on Thursday nights (valet parking included), the Ritz-Carlton in South Beach takes all of your hair troubles away. Sip on champagne and indulge in the sweetness of fresh fruit, imported cheeses and crackers while having a stylist from the spa wash and blow dry your hair. You are set for the weekend now!

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The Beach Screensaver

Wed, 12 Jul 2006 18:29:31 +0000

You might not be able to spend as much time on the beach as you might like, but this is almost as good. Okay, you can at least pretend you are on the beach and a little day dreaming is something that is good for what ails you… next to a nice long holiday!

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YBL Rosalita Halter Tank, Bikini Bottom & Pareo Set

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 16:51:55 +0000

YBL Rosalita Halter Tank, Bikini Bottom & Pareo Set
Orig. $88.00
Now $69.99

I was just looking at last years bathing suit and I just don’t like it anymore… I think that I would prefer something more like this when we head south later this year. It would work around the pool, but at a public beach too. And it’s on sale! I can’t think of a better excuse that a holiday for some new summer fashion shopping.

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You Can Never Have Too Many!

Mon, 01 May 2006 16:01:52 +0000

Call me a baby, but my feet are sensitive. I can’t even remember the last time I went barefoot. So, when it comes time to pack for my trips south, I toss in a lot of flip flops. They don’t take a lot of space and they can be worn around the pool… hey the cement is rough!

I also like them for wandering along the beach when I am searching for sea shells. If they get wet, I really don’t care.

A trip south is all about having fun!

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