Lifestyle

VIRTUAL ASSIST

Sometimes you need a special someone to hand off grueling, time-sucking tasks to so you can free up valuable time, be more productive, spend quality time with family, work on your fitness and earn a higher return on happiness. Here are a few great options to consider.

Wet Ride

Want a boat to explore Biscayne Bay and the surrounding waters or an open-top Jeep to cruise A1A? How about both? Yeah, it’s possible.

It’s All Yours!

With so many new condominium developments nearing completion in town, it’s important to keep in mind that the turnover of these properties from the developer to the owners is perhaps the most critical phase for ensuring the association’s long-term financial well-being.

Pedal Power

It’s time to get physical as you make your way around town with stops at all the hidden treasures and prime attractions The Magic City has to offer — and the best way to do it is with a monthly membership to the new solar-powered bike-sharing system from just-launched Citi Bike.

WAKEY WAKEY

Can’t wake up? You’re not alone. Studies show that nearly half of people “abuse” the snooze. If early morning wake-ups aren’t your thing, bring one of these gadgets to the bedroom and you’ll be an early bird before you know it.

Baggage Blunders

Whether traveling for work or play, your luggage is not something that you want to lose along the way. Be sure to pack one of these in your bag to ensure a drama-free arrival of your goods.

Hidden Gem

E-2 Investor Visas allow an individual of a treaty country (a country with which the U.S. maintains a treaty of commerce and navigation) to be admitted to the country when investing capital in a U.S. business.

Building Dreams

Besides helping bring big-hearted folks from around town together for a great cause, Habitat For Humanity makes the dream of home ownership a reality for low-income families all year round.

Soulful Scents

There’s no better way to ease into the baby brand new year (and our individual expectations) than to create the ideal ambiance using candles that bring balance & harmony to our lives.

Paws Party

When it comes to man’s best friend, there isn’t much we wouldn’t do to show our canine companions just how much we love them…and nothing says puppy love like the inaugural Doggy Fest at Bayfront Park.

Let’s Play Beer

The Miami Marlins have gone on vacation and left the keys to their house with the Miami Beer Festival Team whose first order of business is to bring the tailgate inside the stadium.

Cruise Control

Until recently, Miami’s beer world was flat, then some adventurous brewers and restaurateurs started discovering new ways to make waves. Now they’re setting sail on Craft Beer Cruises and your presence is requested on-board.

Cray Cray

It might sound crazy, but crawfish, or crayfish, or whatever you want to call these delectable sea dwellers, are coming to Miami in a big way — all you’ve got to do is learn how to eat them right.

Rum Rebellion

Rum, the red-headed stepchild to its barrel-aged bourbon and whiskey brothers, is seeing a recovery in American drinking dens — although you might not notice the difference at a bar near you, the shift is palpable in the rest of the country and around the world.

If Walls Could speak

A haunted house, literary greats and some serious bungalow love, baby — only in Miami can you find all the aforementioned harmoniously meshing under the balmy sunrays and shaded breezes that define our magic city by the sea.

Life’s little hacks

Put each day to good use by adopting these new habits and editing out things that aren’t adding to your goal of achieving complete and utter happiness.

Cohabiting Bliss

The time has arrived when both of your leases are up and the timing couldn’t be better to move in together. You’re both ready to take the big leap and get a place all your own. Watch out: The web you weave can yield good or evil — find out how you can live happily ever after.

Super Pets

They say animals have an extra sense and can sniff out danger in just about any environment, and the pet heroes you’re about to meet give new meaning to furry, feathered and fearless.

Chef Tables

EatWith reinvents the dinner party by connecting chef-hosts with dinner party guests to enjoy a culinary feast at their personal table, anywhere in the world.

LOVE BURN

Spending quality time together can do wonders for your relationship and your waistline. Here are some 30-min. activities to do that’ll have you burning more than just desire.

LOVE CONTRACTS

When entering the most important partnership of their lives, couples are increasingly turning to agreements with lifestyle clauses that provide general guidelines for behavior in the marriage, with potential penalties for breaking the agreements. Here are some clauses worth discussing — even if you don’t require your partner to sign on the dotted line.

Couture Cycling

South Florida is known for its amazing weather, and Floridians are all about the outdoors, so it’s no wonder so many consider the Gocycle G2 to be the bike that keeps you stylish and on the forefront of what’s cutting-edge as you pedal your way around town.

Battle of the Bundts

Unless you’re a personal friend of Willy Wonka, Dessert Wars is as close as you’re going to get to laying siege on The Chocolate Factory.

A NEW DIMENSION

We’ve all heard about 3D printing revolutionizing medicine, science, technology, art, design and even the culinary world.

ECO CONNECT

Forget about exploring nature in the summer, wintertime is where all the fun is at in South Florida. With cooler temperatures and less mosquitos, take some time off this winter to explore everything our land has to offer…from alligators to wakeboarding, there’s something for everyone.

Academic Eats

Those who visit teaching hospitals receive innovative care, those who want to be on the cutting-edge of culinary technique and taste visit one of these teaching kitchens.

Peace Out

Set yourself free by following this step-by-step guide to creating a solid foundation for inner peace and happiness in just 7 days — for $100 or less.

I Know What Love Is…

It’s hard work, that’s what it is! People have made millions on the subject and many have tried to explain the differences between men and women in person, online, in print and via any and every medium known to mankind, but not one expert or regular Joe or Jane on this planet has all the answers.

Palate Pleasers

Americans are turning their backs on the sweet ‘n’ sour Baby Boomer generation that injected every morsel we ingested with fructose corn syrup and sodium. Our bodies are demanding healthier foods and our appetites are increasingly embracing the taste of fermented fare.

Oh Schnap!

Learn the difference between the diverse varieties of Schaps and how you can use this buzz-inducing ingredient to take your next drink to a whole new level, no matter where you’re entertaining.

Shhh …Between The Sheets

When it comes to romantic relationships, there are so many rights and wrongs that it’s tough to keep track of what’s working and what’s not. We try to break down a few things that can make or break a good relationship when it comes to love, sex and communication.

Love Amor Amore Amour

When it comes to showing your honey love, there are many complicated languages and dialects to learn before your dear can hear you loud and clear. Don’t let language be a barrier to communicating love in your relationship. Instead, turn to the wisdom of Dr. Gary Chapman and The Five Love Languages and watch your relationship flourish with emotion, gratitude and appreciation.

THE “L” WORD

It’s time to unearth the most unique love affair you will ever experience in this life or the next — and finding the keys to a re-energized, happier heart is easier than you might think.

Youth Athletes

The Junior Orange Bowl, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide a forum for youth to showcase their strengths, talents and skills, hosts 15 athletic competitions throughout the year that promote good sportsmanship and camaraderie.

La Ventanita

A trip to “la ventanita” is always a promising encounter. Here’s a Cuban Coffee reference guide to help you order up the perfect power boost while sounding like a local…just remember to always say gracias.

Field Daze

Most months throughout the year aren’t hurting for beer-centric events, but March is. That’s why Sprung! Spring Beer Festival revived the controlled chaos of Field Day!

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Philanthropic Champions

Giving back is essential for building stronger communities, fostering empathy and inspiring the next generation. It cultivates a sense of responsibility and creates opportunities for those in need. Ultimately, it enriches both the giver and the receiver in ways that only those who experience altruism for themselves can understand.

Home Away From Home

Supporting health and wellness through lodging, meals, activities and a community of care for critically ill children and their families who need to be near a hospital for treatment, Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Florida.