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Archive for June 2008

June 30th, 2008

Who Loves the SunPass?

When I first moved to Florida, I jumped on the turnpike everyday to go to work. I cringed at the idea of having to pay everyday, but willingly gathered a collection of quarters and stored them in my car for my daily trip. Everyday, I would also see signs reading SunPass Lane Only. Why on Earth […]

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June 29th, 2008

Relaxing Through Photos

A relaxing day at the beach A step out of the hot sunor an escape into the sky  
Photo Credits: flickr Aladask, flickr sutefani in Orlando, flickr Aladask
Tags: beach, Miami, Photos, relax, skyShare This

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June 28th, 2008

Lucky Strike Lanes - Not Your Mother’s Bowling Alley

 

When did bowling alleys become the trendy place to go - with delicious food, art on the walls and even a dress code? Lucky Strike Lanes reminiscent of the original Hollywood Star Lanes is as they like to call it “America’s First True Bowling Lounge.” Combining retro decorations such as the beloved “Hollywood” sign with modern accents, […]

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June 28th, 2008

Gamble the Night Away

You work hard. You play hard and sometimes its nice to have everyone just take care of you. Such is the case with The Palm Beach Princess. Sailing twice daily from the Port of Palm Beach, the Palm Beach Princess has all of the amenities you could think of for an exciting, yet relaxing day or […]

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June 27th, 2008

Those Special Touches

 So after last night, it really made me wonder what makes a hotel stand out from the rest. Is it the room, the service, the incredible food? During our stay, after we checked in we were greeted by name the entire time. At the restaurant, when I forgot my purse in the car and they […]

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June 26th, 2008

Best of the Best

Right now I am sitting in my hotel room at the Four Seasons in Miami. (Yes! This is the part of my job that I love. I’ve been jumping for joy ever since I got the invite.) I was invited down here for a wine dinner at their restaurant, Acqua that will take place this evening and for […]

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June 25th, 2008

Bar Bites at Morton’s

This evening the Morton’s in West Palm Beach hosted a special event celebrating the grand opening of Bar 12 21. Filled with plush chairs, plasma tvs and a lively crowd, this is a great place to be come 5:00 on any night of the week. The name 12- 21 is in remembrance of the 1st […]

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June 24th, 2008

David Barton Gym

David Barton Gyms take working out up a notch. With successful establishments in New York - Chelsea, New York - Uptown, Chicago, Miami at the Flamingo, his latest and largest gym will open up at Gansevoort South. Gansevoort South has created a lot of buzz lately with the opening of the resort (see my post […]

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June 23rd, 2008

Seminole Paradise Hard Rock Casino Welcomes Blackjack to its Lineup

Often lauded as being one of South Florida’s top entertainment districts, Seminole Paradise Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is home to over 25 trendy retails outlets, more than 10 restaurants and over 10 entertainments locales. Visitors also come from around the world to try their luck at the popular games such as: video poker, video […]

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June 21st, 2008

Traveling the Green Way

I’d like to give a warm welcome to our newest b5Media travel blogger, Liz Lewis. Liz comes to us from beautiful New Zealand and works as a Registered Nurse - and as a b5 blogger. She blogs at Alzheimer’s Notes and now, the latest travel blog, Traveling the Green Way. If you want to find […]

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