MiAMi

The temperatures are rising. So is the vaccine rate. Summer is coming and the BEACH is calling my name. So, I hit up my best gals and planned a trip to Miami! Now, I have been to Miami a dozen times - I thought I had seen it all. But man, I was wrong! Check out a recap of our vacay below, and discover some of the hidden gems we found in South Beach!

HOTELS

I was able to stay at two hotels during my trip - the Faena Hotel and the Fontainebleau. Though I have stayed at the latter many times, I had never stayed at the Faena. I am not exaggerating when I say it was one of the best hotel stays I have ever had! Luxury on the beach, the Faena Hotel displayed jaw-dropping design, food and drink crafted to perfection, and impeccable customer service. Everyone called me by name from the moment I entered until I left the property. I will certainly be back, and you should check it out too!

NOTE - The Faena has a deal for Georgia and Florida residents, and not only does it offer a room discount, it also includes free gourmet breakfast, $50 resort credit, 4PM LATE CHECK-OUT, Free rooM upgrADE and so much more! Call The Faena to hear more about this deal, and check-out some of my favorite features of this hotel, below!

The attention to design and detail was so impressive throughout The Faena - check out some of the details of my UPGRADED oceanfront suite!

The Fontainebleau is always great - it is night and day from the Faena. It is a party all. day. long. If you want to be somewhere with more of a party atmosphere, this is your best bet!

BOat daY

Some way, some how, I have made it onto a boat almost every time I have visited Miami. It is sort of a tradition of mine, and after you have your first ride, you will totally understand. There is no feeling like boating with friends - the bright, healing sun, the calm waves, and a cooler full of tequila, wine and snacks. In that moment, you feel so disconnected from reality, and trust me, you won’t want the ride to end! I booked a “mini-yacht” through a website called Sailo - it is so easy, because you can book and confirm your ride right through the website. We booked a 4 hour ride, and it was the perfect amount of time. I left very tanned and very happy, so mission accomplished! Check out some of the boat day scene!

BRUNCH

I have heard a lot about Swan- I have heard that it is an eatery, partially owned by Pharell Williams, it is a “place to be seen” with beautiful interior decor, great drinks, loud music and so-so food. I have to say, all of that is correct, EXCEPT, the food was exceptional! It was the one meal that we ate that EVERYONE loved. The three must-haves are the Ricotta Pancake, the Crab Eggs Benedict and the Purple Rain cocktail!

I have so many other recommendations from this getaway - check them out linked on the photos, below.

VACATION STYLE

It has been a LONG time since I have gone on a vacation - if you are like me, and in need of an updated vacation wardrobe, check-out some of my fashion favorites from our vacation, linked for your convenience!

I had such an enjoyable trip to Miami - it is such an easy trip, I might make it a yearly trip. Where are you headed for your next vacay?! Let me know, in the comments below!

XO.

E Vincent