Although, it’s been wonderful joining everyone at Southern Byways, the time has come for me to part with everyone here. Don’t fret, because Apryl will still be around and I’m just making my way over to The South Florida Traveler. So if you are looking for the best in South Florida, from restaurants and museums to hot events and new openings, please stop by to check me out. We’ll be in touch.
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You’ve spent the last month trying to put together that perfect costume, and now the time has come. Halloween is right around the corner, but where will you be strutting your stuff? Here’s a run-down of some of the parties in town:
Trick or Treat on 2nd Street: If you are in the Fort Lauderdale area on the 31st, make sure to bring your Boo down to Himmarshee Village in Downtown Fort Lauderdale for an outdoor street festival. There will be a costume contest ($5,000 grand prize) and a chance at $50,000 cash for the 1st 1,000 visitors.
Halloween Party at The …read more
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When it’s October in Florida, it’s your duty to indulge in Stone Crabs. They are only available for a short time, but how do you do it without breaking your bank account? It’s called — Stone Crab and Seafood Happy Hour — and it’s only available at Nikki Beach located on One Ocean Drive in Miami. This occurs on Friday and Saturday nights from 4-7 pm. $10 Jumbo Stone Crabs, Lobster Tail and half-price Mojitos. Life sure is delicious! For reservations, call 305-538-1111 or visit them online.
If you can’t make it to their happy hour, they have quite the …read more
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If you’re looking for a twist on the traditional cocktail party, stop by Agent Provocateur tomorrow night. They are hosting a cocktail party from 6 to 9 pm at their Bal Harbour location. They will be serving drinks and scrumptious canapes at this fabulous in-store party. Besides the food, drinks and collection of lingerie, they will also be giving away a gift with purchase during the event. Ohh-la-la!
An RSVP is required to francesca.reed@agentprovocateur.com
Agent Provocateur is located at the Bal Harbour Shops, 9700 Collins Avenue, 2nd Level in Bal Harbour.
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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 …read more
Does the economy stress you out? Are you ready to pull your hair out? Why not spend time next week pampering yourself? Now is the time to indulge in Spa Week 2008. Taking place from October 13-19, participating spas will offer spa treatments for only $50. Whether you are in Washington D.C., Florida or Georgia, you will be sure to find a new treatment that will brush your worries away.
Take a look at some of the options:
In Florida:
The Contour Day Spa at the Seminole Hard Rock in Fort Lauderdale, Florida offers a 50-minute Loofah Salt Glow and Seaweed Body Masque.
The …read more
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There is never a wrong time for a road trip. Packing the car up and venturing out with a group of loved ones can be the best experience that can happen to you. Good friends, good food and good conversation add to the experience. While some people don’t like to make plans, but rather see where their trip may take them, others want to make sure they experience the best a particular area has to offer. For those who like to plan ahead or at least know what they are getting themselves into in regards to food and dining, …read more
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When I was a little girl, my grandfather dressed up as a clown whenever there was a parade coming through our small town. No, he didn’t dress up for no reason and sit and watch the parades, but he (along with a group of his friends) rode his little trolley or bus or whatever it might be through the parade to entertain those in attendance. As part of the festivities, I often had the opportunity to truck along with him. Oh, clowning around!
Fast forward and many years later, I found out about Florida Circus School of the Art. In the …read more
What happens when you combine cocktails and roller skating? ..an entire night of craziness. That’s what happens every Tuesday night at Gold Coast Roller Rink in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and it has been that way since 1968. Intoxiskate, as it is called, is one of the longest standing institutions for the thriving gay community in South Florida. Local DJs work the turntables, while guests skate the night away. $5 gets you in the door and skate rentals are $2. Drinks are inexpensive, as well. The crowd is younger than the bar scene, as Gold Coast’s liquor license is similar to …read more
From Jacksonville to Miami and from Palm Beach to Naples, you feel like you know Florida like the back of your hand. But when it comes down to it, How much do you really know? Here’s a quiz on the state of Florida. Test yourself first and then, scroll down for the answers below. Feel free to leave a comment as to how well you did. Good Luck
What is the largest city in Florida? What is the capital?
Who discovered and named Florida?
What is the state flower?
What is the state bird?
Who is the Governor?
What is Florida’s nickname?
What 2 states border Florida?
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