streets for all to see. This area is home to some trendy boutique shops and some brilliant dining options including one of my favourites, La Sandwicherie, which has outposts across the city. The Downtown district of Brickell City Centre has seen a lot of investment in recent years and has transformed into a hub for shopping and funky hotels including SLS Brickell, owned by Ennismore (the company behind Hoxton Hotels and Accor) and the aforementioned East, Miami, owned by Swire Hotels, primarily known for its Asian properties. Another area which has seen huge investment is the Miami Design District. This area is abuzz with luxury retailers from Louis Vuitton to Versace and is not to be missed. It’s also home to the Institute of Contemporary Art.
WHERE TO DINE
Where to begin? Miami is a foodie’s dream, with an abundance of options to suit all taste buds. Joe’s Stone Crab is an institution and a must for any seafood fans. Those seeking Cuban food should head to family-owned restaurant Versailles in Little Havana, serving up divine Cuban coffee and the customary Cuban sandwich. Other good Cuban restaurants include Marabu in Brickell, serving up utterly quaffable cocktails alongside traditional `iÃhið Ƃ`j>VinÌ Ìo >À>LÕ ÞoÕ½ll wn` ÃÌ ÎÎ] ÜhiVh serves great Thai food but the service is patchy. My favourite Italian in the city is Fratelli La Bufala, i>mi½Ã wÀÃÌ
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Roc Miami Beach is a great option for those seeking a beach club vibe with great music and divine food. It gets incredibly busy, so booking is essential. Those wanting to sample all manner of cuisine should head to upscale food hall St Roch Market in the Design District.
BOOK IT: Elegant Resorts offers five nights at the W South Beach in an Ocean View Studio Suite King from £2,960 per person on a room-only basis
including private transfers, economy flights & UK lounge passes.
ELEGANTRESORTS.CO.UK
TOP: Wynwood Walls
ABOVE: Brickell City Centre OPPOSITE PAGE: South Beach
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SEPTEMBER 2022 ASPIRE
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Miami
CREDITS: SHUTTERSTOCK/DMITRY TKACHENKO; UNSPLASH/GUZMAN BARQUIN, BRUCE WARRINGTON
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