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January 25th, 2010

Art Deco Hotels In South Beach Miami FLMiami Beach, FL – February is going to be a busy month for the city of Miami. On the seventh the New Orleans Saints will meet the Indianapolis Colts in Super Bowl XLIV. This is the Saints first trip to the Super Bowl, so it should be a great game. Don’t forget, nearby South Beach is always a great place to party even if you don’t happen to have a ticket for the Super Bowl, many stars and celebrities will be there, so come on down.

Then from February 11-15 the Miami Beach Convention Center and Sea Isle Marina will host the Miami International Boat Show. 200 exhibitors from all over the world will be here putting on the world’s biggest display of everything that floats. Sport boats, fishing boats, personal watercraft, luxury yachts and more, ranging in size from 15 to 85 feet and all ready are rigged and ready to go.

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Florida New Year’s Eve Parties 2009-2010

December 8th, 2009

New Year’s Eve

In Florida we do things a little differently for New Years Eve. Instead of a big ball dropping like they do up there in New York City, we drop a big orange in Orlando and a Conch Shell in Key West and we’re just as likely to toast the new year with a Rum Runner as champagne. No matter how you choose to celebrate the arrival of 2010, here are some suggestions of places to go and things to do in Florida for New Year’s Eve.

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South Beach Miami Hotel Deals for November

November 3rd, 2009

Ocean Drive In South Beach MiamiCheck out these hot South Beach Miami and Miami Beach hotel deals available through our exclusive partner Hotels.com. These hotel deals must be booked by Nov 9, so book online now and save!

Marco Polo Ramada Plaza Beach Resort from $89 – Save 10% Plus free continental breakfast through Nov 30.

South Seas Hotel from $154 – Save 25% Plus Continental Breakfast through Nov 30.

Howard Johnson Plaza Dezerland Beach & Spa from $59 – Stay one to three nights save 15% Stay four or more nights save 25% through Nov 30.

Avalon Hotel from $129 – Save 25% Plus Continental Breakfast through Nov 30.

Richmond Hotel from $100 – Third night FREE $25 Food & Beverage credit though Nov 30.

The Deauville Beach Resort from $94 – Stay one to two nights save 25% Stay three to four nights save 30% Stay five or more nights save 35% through Nov 30.

Claridge Hotel from $101 – Save 15% Plus continental breakfast through Nov 30.

The Betsy Hotel from $231 – Stay two nights save 10% Stay three nights save 20% Plus free breakfast through Nov 30.

New Clinton Hotel from $99 – South Beach Save 25% through Dec 31.

The Sanctuary South Beach from $124 – Stay two nights save 15% Stay three nights save 20% Plus free breakfast through Nov 30.

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Florida New Year’s Eve Parties 2008-2009

December 21st, 2008

Florida New Year’s Eve Parties 2009-2010 »

In Florida we’ll celebrate the arrival of 2009 with champagne and fireworks as in most places, but many will also mix tropical cocktails and live music to party in the New Year. Whether you choose to celebrate in Central Florida with fireworks or the Conch Shell Drop in Key West at Sloppy Joe’s, here’s a list of the more popular events.

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Moms Boycott Staycations

July 20th, 2008

Mom Deserves a Break!

By Kirby Collins

What began with high gas prices has Moms everywhere in an uproar. “Staycations” as they’ve been called, are the answer to sky-high gas prices, where the family stays home and enjoys their surroundings.

But Moms everywhere are putting their foot down and taking no part in all the extra cooking and cleaning generated by family members sunning by the kiddy pool.

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July 4th Fireworks Celebrations in Florida

June 28th, 2008
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All across Florida this Fourth of July there will be red rockets a glaring a bombs a bursting with fireworks displays everywhere. Floridians love celebrating Independence Day so much that fireworks dealers have used a loophole in the law where any farmer can buy fireworks to scare wildlife away from their crops. But if you’re looking to play it safe this year and keep the kids away from your Uncle Leonard and other amateur pyro partiers, take a look at these spectacular Florida fireworks shows we’ve discovered.

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Miami International Boat Show Feb 14-18

February 7th, 2008

Miami Boat Show

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Feb 14-18

Miami Beach, FL – The Miami International Boat Show will return for its 67th run, Feb. 14-18, 2008, at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center and Miamarina at Bayside. The World’s Greatest Boat Show brings together more than 2,200 exhibitors showcasing the latest powerboats, sail boats, engines and marine electronics and accessories for the 2008 boating season. Interactive seminars and demonstrations will help visitors learn about the boating lifestyle and enhance time spent out on the water.

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Miami Beach Art Photo Expo Presents In Fashion ‘07

November 28th, 2007

Miami Beach Art Photo Expo

Unprecedented Miami exhibition to feature exclusive collections from the world’s leading fashion photographers during Art Basel Miami Beach 2007, December 2 – 9

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Soulfrito the Urban Latin Music Festival Presented by SCION, November 18 in Miami

November 10th, 2007

The D.E.Y will Headline Soulfrito

Miami, FL – SCION Presents SOULFRITO The Urban Latin Music Festival, the first festival of its kind in the U. S. to celebrate Urban Latin music, culture and the arts, has announced its line-up for the fifth annual event, taking place on Sunday, November 18, at Bayfront Park Amphitheater in Miami, from 12 Noon to 10 PM. For the first time ever, this year’s Festival offers free general admission to families and music enthusiasts of all ages.

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Hotel Victor Earns Top Honors at the 14th Annual World Travel Awards

September 18th, 2007

Hotel Victor in South Beach Miami

Miami Beach, FL – Hotel Victor stole the show at the 14th Annual World Travel Awards held in New York City last night. The World Travel Awards are the most prestigious awards established for the global travel industry. The South Beach-based luxury boutique hotel was named Florida’s Leading Boutique Hotel for the second consecutive year. Also nominated in a category with eight hotels from across the country, Hotel Victor took home the coveted title of North America’s Leading Boutique Hotel to return home with two of the industry’s top honors.

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