Miami Beach Summer Lifestyle
A guide to Miami Beach Day & Greater Miami Night life:

There’s a heat wave sweeping the country this summer, however, Miami Beach Real Estate owners & visitors and residents have many advantages to beat the heat and still enjoy all that summer has to offer! Miami Beach Residents have a lifestyle that offers a taste of the Caribbean right in their backyards. The tropical weather, combined with exotic and cultural mix of people, enticing cuisine, amazing beaches, cool ocean breezes and nightlife offer residents and vacationers from all over the world a variety of day and night-time activities to explore without being forced to escape from or succumb to scorching temperatures.

Specifically, many of the Miami Beach condo owners in Miami Beach's South of Fifth Neighborhood can still get out and enjoy amazing events and places like the many water-themed escapades. Miami Spice, a restaurant promotion of fine Miami cuisine from celebrated chefs; High Bar a new roof-top lounge the Tudor House in South Beach, a Marc Anthony concert, Miami Spa Month, Miami Salsa Congress and a list of other great outings. Click here to see what’s up this month and indulge in the Miami lifestyle.

Miami Beach Lifestyle Events

Cirque Eloiza iD in collaboration with Cirque de Soleil begins July 26th to August 7th on the stage of the Ziff Ballet Opera House at Adrienne Arsht Center (1300 Biscayne Boulevard) More Information: http://www.arshtcenter.org/cirqueid/

Miami Spa Month began July 1st but will run through August 31st . Miami Beach residents and condo owners can check out the great deals on local spa packages and treatments: http://www.miamispamonth.com/

Miami Spice 2011 starts August 1st to September 30 and offers affordable dining options and special three-course, prix-fixe meals at participating restaurants. Almost all of the Miami Beach condominium and homeowners I know take advantage of the fantastic gourmet menus offered at the best local restaurants!http://www.ilovemiamispice.com

Miami Salsa Congress is a five day music and dance festival begins August 3rd-7th at Fontainebleau Condos & Hotel in Miami Beachhttp://www.miamisalsacongress.com

The Five Best Restaurants in Miami Beach by the Miami New Times:

The Miami New Times dishes on its selection of the top Miami Beach restaurants. Pubelly (1418 20th St http://pubbelly.com/) was chosen as the number one pick for the Best of Miami 2011 edition but the Times also chose 5 top restaurants in Miami Beach that tantalizes the palate. Click here for the post:

http://blogs.miaminewtimes.com/shortorder/2011/07/five_best_restaurants_on_south.php#more

1.The Royal at The Raleigh Hotel 1775 Collins Ave http://raleighhotel.com
2.AltaMare 1233 Lincoln Rdhttp://altamarerestaurant.com
3.The Cafe at Books & Books 927 Lincoln Rd http://booksandbooks.com
4.Sardinia Ristorante 1801 Purdy Ave http://sardinia-ristorante.com
5.Macaluso's Italian Cuisine -1747 Alton Rd http://macalusosmiami.com/

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CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES:

1.Cirque Eloiza iD Jul 28 Adrienne Arsht Center http://www.cirque-eloize.com/en/home
2.Tech N9ne July 29 The Culture Room http://www.therealtechn9ne.com/
3.Selena Gomez July 28 @ 7pm Count de Hoernle Amphitheaterhttp://www.selenagomez.com/
4.Ke$ha August 7 @ 7:30pm Bayfront Park Amphitheater http://www.keshasparty.com/
5.Maroon 5 August 30 @ 7pm Cruzan Amphitheater http://www.maroon5.com/
6.Marc Anthony September 16 @ 8pm American Airlines Arena http://www.marcanthonyonline.com/

A Summer's Guide for Miami Beach Living

When you live in a city like Miami Beach, you're always right in the midst of an exciting escapade. Miami Beach residents and homeowners always have plenty of summer attractions to explore like snorkeling, parasailing, or simply tanning on the beach; discovering and enjoying Miami Beach outdoor events like parks, shopping, sightseeing, bike-riding, roller-skating and much more. With so many things to choose from, it's easy for Miami Beach residents to find somewhere to go and something to do for the entire family all summer long. Below is a list of places, events and attractions for Miami Beach visitors and homeowners to enjoy:

Miami Beach Summer Attractions

Miami Beach Cinematheque (1130 Washington Avenue) A wide variety of Film screening and festivals, not available in theaters, that you'll only find on Miami Beach. www.mbcinema.com

Want healthy, natural and nutritious eating on Miami Beach? Sunlight Miami Cafe Restaurant (1211 Lincoln Road) specializes in ONLY natural and organic foods.http://sunlight-miami.com

Miami Beach Water Adventures For water lover's, this incredible sun & surf adventure in Miami Beach is a must. Enjoy a Jet-Ski or Boat Trip, Paddle-boarding, Knee-boarding, Wake-boarding, or Water Skiing. Call Now 786-290-7579www.miamibeachwateradventures.com

Kid-Robot Miami Beach (638 Collins Avenue) is a one of a kind retailer of exclusive and limited edition art toys and apparel. Get cool gifts, and artistic items for children…and adults who are young at heart.http://www.kidrobot.com/

Ready to get back to nature and relax in a lush tropical oasis on the beach? Miami Beach Botanical Garden (2000 Convention Center Drive) is 4-1/2 acres to enjoy walking tours, view tropical plants, take gardening classes, see cultural acts and the observe the Japanese Garden. Be sure to sign the "autograph tree." filled with signatures of visiting stars.

Want to end day and start the night at one of the most ultra luxurious spots on Miami Beach? The place where celebrities, models and musicians party? Look no further than the signature Glow Bar at the Fontainebleau (4441 Collins Avenue). Dress to Impress because Miami Beach best nightclubs LIV and Arkadia are also at this hotspotwww.fontainebleau.com

Other Miami & Miami Beach Summer Highlights

JULY CONCERTS & PERFORMANCES:

1. Sade with John Legend: Jul 16, American Airlines Arena @8pm http://www.sade.com/us/home/

2. Justin Beiber: July 7, Miami @ 4:30pmwww.justinbiebermusic.com/

3. Rihanna with Ceelo: July 14, Bank Atlantic Center @8pm www.rihannanow.com/

4. Stephen Marley: July 24, the Culture Room @7:30pmwww.stephenmarleymusic.com/

5. Cirque Du Soleil Alegria: Jul 19, Bank Atlantic Center www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/alegria/default.aspx

6. Britney Spears: Jul 22, American Airlines Arena @6pm http://www.britneyspears.com/

7. Motley Crue: Jul 5, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casinowww.motley.com/

8. Tech N9ne: July 29, The Culture Roomwww.therealtechn9ne.com/

9. Selena Gomez: July 28, Count de Hoernle Amphitheater @7pmwww.selenagomez.com/

10. Natasha Bedingfield: July 16, The Culture Room @8pmwww.natashabedingfield.com/

South Beach's waterfront homes and condominium real estate market is very special. Miami Beach has the unique characteristic of being an international city with visitors coming to enjoy the warm winters, outstanding restaurants, amazing nightlife, a growing Arts and Cultural Scene, the Art Deco architecture, and of course the warm & sunny beaches.

These days, an increasing number of savvy and affluent buyers are coming to Miami Beach to take advantage of the advantageouseconomics of investing in "South of Fifth" luxury waterfront condominium buildings- such as The Continuum on South Beach, Apogee, The Portofino Tower, Icon South Beach, The Murano Grande, The Yacht Club at Portofino, The Murano at Portofino, and even the troubled but beautiful Bentley Bay condominiums (just north of Fifth Street).

In South Beach, you can enjoy a true Oceanfront lifestyle, along with the sophistication of a mini-Manhattan! This is specifically why Miami Beach's South of Fifth Neighborhood is especially popular with New Yorker's looking for a second home (or to eventually relocate to a warmer climate). Much like the better neighborhoods on the island of Manhattan in New York city (such as SoHo and and the West Village), South Beach's neighborhoods have HUNDREDS of upscale restaurants, nightclubs, bars, and lounges to choose from. In recent years, various well known celebrities have become attached to high caliber local establishments- such as Danny DeVito's Devitos in the South of Fifth area of Ocean Drive, or Gloria Estefan's Cardoso Hotel on 13 & Ocean Drive, and VERY popular Shake Shack hamburger restaurant on the newly remodeled Western end of Lincoln Road.

South Miami Beach is the dream place that can give you a great quality of life, and a city with nearly as many Oceanfront amenities that most upscale and savvy New York residents most especially are used to living and enjoying on a daily basis. The significantly price reduced real estate market in Miami Beach has become popular all over again (especially in the latter half of 2010) as the market for premier waterfront condos is rapidly being absorbed. For more information on current market conditions, please click HERE my previous market analysis and commentary.

Over the past few years, Miami Beach real estate's attractive prices have attracted many Americans and foreign buyers seeking out the FINITE supply of price reduced waterfront purchasing opportunities. Contemporary Miami Beach is known as America's playground, so people from all walks of life, mostly coming in from European countries and South America, are examples of today's foreign buyers who love to come here. Given the current price rollbacks and Buyer's Market environment, we find that many high net worth individuals are NOW looking to invest in a wide variety of apartment buildings, upscale condominiums, and waterfront estates and homes located on the various island communities of Miami Beach.

Since the real estate market crash in 2008, the market trend for Miami Beach waterfront homes and condos specifically has changed from real estate flippers and speculators to financially strong "Buy and Hold" clientele that are concerned with having a high quality of life living experience.

There are so MANY reasons why people want to live in Miami Beach: The weather, the lifestyle, the Art Deco architectural diversity and beauty, the many new ultra luxury waterfront homes and condos, and the pure "fun" factor are just a few of the top reasons that come to mind.

Also, Miami Beach, and most especially South Beach's South of Fifth neighborhood, has become one of the most sought-after places to live in the world. Recognizing this, the city of Miami Beach planned a multi-million dollar renovation of South Pointe Park, which was completed in 2009. This extensive renovation included a completely new landscape with a variety of vegetation, Palm Trees, walkways, a multicolored nighttime light display along Government Cut, underground water fountains, the creation of elevated sand dunes, party facilities, and even a children's playground! Additionally, a new Pier was constructed where you can walk out several hundred feet to truly experience the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean.South Pointe Park is surrounded by the several ultra-luxury condominium buildings - The Continuum South Beach, Apogee, The Portofino Tower, The South Pointe Tower, and The Murano at Portofino. These residents can often be spotted taking advantage of the Park's restored beauty and vibrant atmosphere.

Top Ten Things to do in South Miami Beach:

1. Jog or walk through the many trails and paths- especially at night to see the multicolored light show along the Intracoastal Waterway.

2. Bring a Yoga Mat and attend one of the free morning and evening yoga classes sponsored by various local fitness centers ON THE BEACH!

3. Watch incredible Ocean and Intracoastal waterfront sunrises and sunsets.

4. SOCIALIZE with the many locals who bring their dogs to the many local parks for morning and evening walks. A little known fact is that many locals organize regular get-togethers for other dog owners.

5. Watch the amazing sight of cruise ships leaving the Port of Miami around 5pm Friday - Sunday (especially in High Season).

6. Take a day trip to the Beach, most beachfront parks have easy beach access paths.

7. Bring your kids, nieces, nephews, and any other young adult to play in the water fountains inside most South Beach parks.

8. Go to the many waterfront restaurtants with views of Fisher Island, the Ocean, and the downtown Miami skyline

9. Enjoy the incredible high fashion shopping experience in open air Pedestrian Malls such as Lincoln Road Mall, Bal Harbour Shops, and along Collins Avenue.

10. Celebrity watch! Recently, I spotted Gloria Estefan, Rosie O'Donnell and their families enjoying a spectacular year-round weather!

More information on specific South Beach neighborhood and Miami Beach lifestyle Top Ten can be found at the below linked previous blog posts:

Miami Beach's South Pointe Park
Why I Love South Pointe / The Continuum
Portofino Tower / South of Fifth Neighborhood Top Ten
South of Fifth Neighborhood / Icon South Beach Top Ten