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BL beach to bay living Migrating to miami Head to Miami for a classically luxurious getaway within convenient travel distance. On the southern tip of Florida you truly get it all: the opportunity to experience laid-back island vibes and all the perks of a lively subtropical city without having to leave the country. Miami offers the perfect beach vacation, from pristine white shores and clear blue waters to beautiful resort amenities, golf, water sports, shopping and sightseeing. epending on how you time your vacation, you may have the opportunity to take part in amazing events such as the Carnaval Miami, described as the “hottest street party in the nation” (March 7-8, 15). Perennial classics that warrant a visit include the iconic Venetian Pool, the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, a walk through the art deco Ocean Drive and an outing to the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. With numerous PGA National Golf Courses along with championship courses such as the Blue Monster at Trump National Doral and the Ocean and Rees Jones courses at The Breakers, avid players will be both pleased and challenged by Miami’s golf offerings. D 46 ISSU E N O. 1 0 Pictured top: ONE Bal Harbour; bottom: Fountainebleau. Notorious for its diverse and lively nightlife, Miami boasts a myriad of extravagant dining options to kick off the evening. Favorites include the upscale Japanese fare at Zuma, the modern and classic Palme d’Or, and the iconic, time-honored Joe’s Stone Crab, among countless others. However, dinner is just the beginning of your evening. Considering many come to Miami solely for the nightlife experience, the city certainly delivers any and all opulent latenight attractions one could imagine. Whether or not you have the pleasure of lodging at the hotels themselves, resorts such as the Fontainebleau, ONE Bal Harbour, the Mondrian South Beach, and the various Ritz-Carlton Miami locations offer a lavish night scene, including the renowned LIV and Sunset Lounge. — by Caitlin Moore