Miami has been listed as one of the Top Ten Glamorous A-list Destinations in the world, according to the Lonely Planet. This week, we’ll take a look at why!
The Miami of the Miami Vice era in the 1980s was a mixture of retirement homes and an abundance of sleaze, drugs and crime. However, in the early 1990’s Miami cleaned itself up and became a destination for fashion houses and model agencies, attracted by the superb location backdrops for fashion shoots provided by the beautiful beaches, Art Deco architecture and bright sunshine. Soon Miami became super-hip and an abundance of hotels, bars and restaurants were revamped or opened up to cater to the incoming elite. There were plenty of places to park yachts, such as in Bal Harbour in North Miami Beach and eventually, there came the super glamorous hotels such as the Fountainebleau in Mid Beach.
Miami Beach is experiencing a celebrity boom right now, with numerous American sports stars and media stars choosing to buy homes here. Just this week, there are reports in the Miami New Times that the New York Yankees’ star A-Rod has bought a $24m home in Miami to share with his girlfriend, superstar Cameron Diaz. The Celebrity King and Queen of Miami is probably still Emilio and Gloria Estefan, who have invested heavily in local art, businesses and charity projects.
If you fancy grabbing a piece of Miami Glamour for yourself, why not check out Kelly’s website for the finest selection of luxury real-estate.
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Sunday, September 18, 2011
Monday, September 12, 2011
South Beach Wine and Food Festival
This week, The Food Network launched its new website to promote the 2012 South Beach Wine and Food Festival. Now in its 11th year, the festival brings together some of the most tasty bites and decadent wines at venues across South Beach, including a series of giant marquees right on South Beach itself. In the past, the event has attracted top chefs from all around the world, including Emeril Lagasse, Bobby Flay, Rachael Ray, Al Roker, Martha Stewart and Guy Fieri. The event will follow the huge success of the 2011 festival, which attracted over 50,000 visitors with discerning palates.
The festival will take place from Feb 23-26 2012. According to the Miami New Times, the hottest events are likely to be the Best of the Best, Paula’s Sunday Brunch, the Farm-To-Table Brunch with Michael Schwartz, The Flavors of Flay and BBQ & The Blues, which features performances of a selection of Blues favourites. However, there are many other attractive options such as browsing the Grand Tasting Village and a variety of themed parties based on cuisines from around the world. Believe us, Miami knows how to throw a good party.
Tickets will go onsale on Oct 24, with the opportunity for American Express cardholders to get pre-release tickets before then.
If you are interested in owning a piece of South Beach, why not check out Kelly’s website for the very best of beach property!
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
A Beginners’ Guide to Miami Beach: Part 4 - A Totally Tropical Place
Miami is famous for its white sand and summer sun, but is that how it is all year round? This week, we’ll discover more about the climate in Miami.
Right now, in September, it’s the middle of low season in Miami. It is not uncommon for hurricanes to come along...which can be a bit off-putting for visitors or immigrants from countries that don’t tend to experience them, such as the UK or Canada. However, ask any expat, even from these countries, and they’ll tell you that you get used to how to prepare for them and find a way of getting on with your life regardless. The main financial impact of the hurricane season tends to be on obtaining the correct insurance on your property to give yourself peace of mind. In fact, there can even be something romantic about sitting on the beach watching the palm trees bend...
In contrast, the tourist high season in Miami starts in November and goes on until around June, hitting its peak at around February and March, when the big festivals such as the Winter Music Conference and dozens of others hit the town and the temperatures are pleasantly in the high 20’s or low 30’s Celsius (80-85 Fahrenheit). The tourists come for the entertainment and the wonderful climate to escape the chilly Northern winters.
However, this year, it seems that the gaps between low and high season are levelling out, according to a recent article in the nytimes. It seems that more people are coming to Miami to sip classy cocktails in the swimming pool to keep cool in the sweltering Miami heat of July and August.
If you are interested in owning a piece of the Miami heat, why not check out Kelly’s website for the very best of beach property.
www.britishmiamirealtor.com
Right now, in September, it’s the middle of low season in Miami. It is not uncommon for hurricanes to come along...which can be a bit off-putting for visitors or immigrants from countries that don’t tend to experience them, such as the UK or Canada. However, ask any expat, even from these countries, and they’ll tell you that you get used to how to prepare for them and find a way of getting on with your life regardless. The main financial impact of the hurricane season tends to be on obtaining the correct insurance on your property to give yourself peace of mind. In fact, there can even be something romantic about sitting on the beach watching the palm trees bend...
In contrast, the tourist high season in Miami starts in November and goes on until around June, hitting its peak at around February and March, when the big festivals such as the Winter Music Conference and dozens of others hit the town and the temperatures are pleasantly in the high 20’s or low 30’s Celsius (80-85 Fahrenheit). The tourists come for the entertainment and the wonderful climate to escape the chilly Northern winters.
However, this year, it seems that the gaps between low and high season are levelling out, according to a recent article in the nytimes. It seems that more people are coming to Miami to sip classy cocktails in the swimming pool to keep cool in the sweltering Miami heat of July and August.
If you are interested in owning a piece of the Miami heat, why not check out Kelly’s website for the very best of beach property.
www.britishmiamirealtor.com
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