Lifestyle
Island Dreaming
There is no shortage of watery adventures to be had in the BVI — year-round perfect weather, world-class accommodations, friendly locals and memories galore. What are you waiting for? The vacation of a lifetime awaits.
Aquatic Ecstasy
Sailing, live-aboard charters, regattas and poker runs. Unparalleled snorkeling and diving spectacular wrecks and reefs, kite and paddle festivals, and so much more. The breathtaking seabound adventures of the British Virgin Islands are ready to provide your next adventure.
Best Years
Senior dogs bring their own strong set of benefits and often assimilate into the family faster with their mature good manners and grateful attitude. Senior dogs need love and snuggles too!
Home Enrichment
A custom bar and a beautiful pantry are just as essential to the haute home as California Closets’ famous closet spaces. Both can now be created via “virtual design” consultations, or as in the case of the pantry, created for self-installation by way of the newly introduced The Everyday System.
Rapid Evolution
As we find ourselves well into the second half of 2020, a lot of us are demanding a do-over, to press the proverbial reset button and go back in time to the way things used to be.
Eye Opening
Murray Ocular Oncology & Retina, a leader in retina specialty care, and its founder Dr. Timothy Murray, President of the American Society of Retina Specialists, provide heroic service with exemplary patient care practices.
Bright Outlook
While Miami takes pandemics seriously, we also bounce back in Magic City style. From April Fool’s Day to Easter and National Raisin Day on the 30th, the second month of spring — a term loosely used in always-summer South Florida — is packed with possibilities, opportunities and just plain fun.
Celery Dreams
Welcome the Spring with the fresh, uplifting ingredients sure to complement the crisp breezes and eternal sunshine of the season of rebirth and recharge.
Boozy Botanical
Bartenders, mixologists and bar-goers alike have fallen under the elderflower spell, one fine cocktail at a time.
When Greats Unite
One of racing’s most legendary names joined forces with one of the world’s most prolific branding agencies to put in motion a synergy that is destined to make history, break records and inspire generations to come.
The Joys Of Giving
Can money buy happiness? It surely can, if you’re giving it to a good cause. A National Institutes Of Health study found that when people give to charities, it activates regions of the brain associated with pleasure, social connection and trust, creating a “warm glow” effect. Scientists also believe that altruistic behavior releases endorphins in the brain, producing the positive feeling known as “helper’s high.”
Aesthetically Yours
Influencers and bloggers changed our lives in the last decade. They’ll be of even more importance in the years to come. Here are a few cool trends and corresponding bloggers to look out for this year.
Rock (Salt), Paper, Scissors
The newest wellness craze taking over South Florida goes by the name of Halotherapy and its benefits are wide-ranging: from reducing inflammation to balancing blood sugar levels and improving your overall mood.
Beautiful Results
FaceTite is a bladeless, scarless procedure that uses radiofrequency technology to firm loose or sagging skin in the lower face, jowls and neck, making you feel years younger without a facelift.
Helping Hands
Guardian Ad Litem is just one of the many valuable programs that Voices For Children funds for kids in the foster system. They also help with social, medical and educational needs up to the college level.
Size Matters
Dog lovers with small homes or apartments may want to consider a Chihuahua. These tiny delights can live quite happily within even a tiny studio apartment as long as their needs are met.
Legal Eagles
In the upcoming decade, The Law Offices of Adorno-Cunill & Damas P.L. looks forward to expanding on their previous success in providing high-quality legal representation without losing the personalized connection each attorney has with their clients.
Extraordinary Vintages
The uniqueness of Valdobbiadene, Italy — a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of Foss Marai Wines — is an integral part of the brand’s identity.
Story of Us
In Enlightenment Step By Step, Author & Spiritual Master Dr. Amit Ray gives some insights about overcoming challenges.
Brickell Magazine’s 2020 Miami Open Guide
Dates: Mar 23-Apr 5, 2020 | Hard Rock Stadium | MiamiOpen.com
Ready, Set, Action-Packed!
If there’s one thing this city knows, it’s how to keep the calendar full all year long. Slather on some sunblock and head out to explore the treasures around town. The options are endless.
Coco Cosmo
Start the new season off right with an electrolyte-fueled cocktail sure to get the party going in the right direction no matter where Spring takes you.
Canine Cause
Did you know that the AKC not only sets the standards for purebreds, but helps dogs in need find homes? The AKC Rescue Network is the largest network of dog rescue groups in the country with 450 groups representing 160 unique breeds.
Fashion Snaps
Who says a camera can’t be as good-looking as the photos it takes? Definitely not Leica. Slip the Paul Smith Edition CL Camera around your neck and you’ll turn heads as you capture life’s important moments.
Haute Hounds
Social media is a dog’s best friend. Most shelters focus their limited resources on caring for the pets. Facebook helps them get the word out with full dog profiles; Instagram lets them share stories about animals that encourage interaction and adoption; and Twitter is the spot for engaging videos.
Island Love
Romance is always in the air on Tortola, Virgin Gorda, Anegada and the other delightful isles of the British Virgin Islands.
An RSVP Away
The other day our Associate Publisher Tracy Koço and I headed to a “Taste Of British Cuisine” with Award-Winning English Chef Justin Brown at Aston Martin Residences.
Ultimate Love
You’ve found the perfect significant other; now, you need to find the perfect gift for the most romantic holiday of the year. That’s a lot of pressure. We’ve compiled a list of some fabulous gifts to help make things easier. No matter what your partner’s taste, they’re bound to love something on this list.
Brush Strokes
Carla Fache’s paintings explore the frontiers of color, space, balance and matter. Different visual scenarios, occurring simultaneously in parallel realities, provide interconnecting timelines through her canvas as portals to new dimensions.
Grown-Up Behavior
Two-year old dogs are great. They’re already housetrained and some can even “sit,” “stay” and do tricks. You won’t have to deal with the “puppy phase” of biting, chewing, etc. Plus, you’ll be able to determine the dog’s personality and won’t have to wait to see what you get.
Holistic Massage
Thai Reflexology, often called Thai Foot Massage, is an old, safe and wonderful healing method. It’s easy to do and requires no formal training. The right tools can help focus the effects.
Subscription Obsession
Having someone else shop makes life a whole lot easier. But while you can get a personal shopper for your clothes, who is going to buy your toiletries? Here’s three of the coolest subscription boxes for guys.
Brunch 2020
Eat, drink and unite at the VeritageMiami Farm To Fork Brunch with celebrity Chef Michael Schwartz. This year’s one-of-a-kind farm-to-table celebration features superb, sustainable dining, exciting wines and a lively auction. It’s the perfect brunch for the new decade.
Appetite’s Delight
Central Fare is the most central and connected food hall in Miami. Whether you’re taking Brightline, soon-to-be Virgin Trains, Metromover, Metrorail or future Tri-Rail, Central Fare is easily accessible to all.
IRL Impact
As the fireworks celebrating 2020 came and went, something magical happened: People started reaching out to old and new contacts to reconnect IRL.
Watercraft Wonders
No longer just a water toy — though they’re still tons of outrageous fun — today’s Personal Water Craft (PWC) are a symbol of a lifestyle. A concept which esteemed brand Sea-Doo has strongly embraced.
Amped Up
For the shortest month of the year, February in Miami ushers in an incredible amount of high-profile events — from MIBS and the Miami Yacht Show to SOBEWFF and art festivals and marathons galore. This year, we even welcome Super Bowl LIV 2020. Thank goodness it’s a leap year so we can fit it all in!
Floating Dreams
The idea of having a private island is appealing, but imagine one that can change location to suit your every whim or avoid passing rain showers. The solution is, of course, a boat that has it all — and then some.
Girl Time
Whether you and your girlfriends are looking to relax, be adventurous, enjoy some amazing spa time or just do something far removed from everyday life, the British Virgin Islands has something for everyone in your female posse.
Boating Bliss
One of the most influential and internationally attended boat shows on the planet, the world-famous Miami International Boat Show brings thousands of boats and yachts to its devoted sunblock-slathered fans from Feb. 13-17. From “giga”yachts to baby boat shoes, MIBS has it all.
