If you’re looking for a fun and pampering escape, there’s no better place than Miami – specifically South Beach as you won’t need a car (Lyft and Uber are fast and easy). There are endless shops, amazing restaurants, a ton of trendy hotels, plenty of day parties, a vibrant nightlife scene and some of the country’s best beauty services.
Keep ready for some need-to-know-about spots.
The Glam Guide To Miami
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Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach
As far as value, it's hard to beat Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach. It's centrally located minutes from Lincoln and Collins (central hubs for shops and restaurants) and very close to Purdy as well (where you'll find a ton of healthy shops, beauty destinations and workout studios). Plus, it's two minutes from Fresh Market and Trader Joe's. The rooms are clean, modern and given that it's a new hotel everything is sparkly and clean. The service is also very friendly and they have free coffee and tea in the lobby. Plus, a beautiful rooftop pool with cabanas.
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Osteria Morini at Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach
The trendy Osteria Morini is location in the Kimpton Hotel Palomar South Beach. It's the perfect spot for a laid-back brunch or a fun dinner. They have indoor and outdoor seating.
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Gianni's At The Former Versace Mansion
Gianni's At The Former Versace Mansion is a muuuust. It's an absolutely stunning restaurant with top notch service and food. You'll likely find yourself taking about 1,000 photos. The lunch menu is also near impossible to beat. For $34 you get three generously sized courses - just make sure to reserve in advance as it's popular from opening to closing and ask for a table near the water.
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Jaya at The Setai
Another "must" is Jaya at The Setai. The best pecking duck in Miami, Jaya is unique in that it's always packed but not painfully loud. The trendy crowd packs in as early as 630PM and lingers well into the night. Here too you'll want to reserve in advance and ask to be seated near the water as there is a show with dancers and performers.
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IGK Salon Miami
IGK Salon Miami is a vibe. This is where the fashion set goes to get their hair done. It's spacious but always vibrant and perfectly balances a trendy Miami atmosphere with de-stressing and relaxation whether you're going for a cut, color or styling session.
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Glosslab Miami
Glosslab can't be beat for a manicure or pedicure that will last and last and last. They have their own polish that promises to last longer than average and it truly delivers. Even with a toddler, packing and travel it was still chip-free after a week.
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Barry's Bootcamp Miami
Barry's Bootcamp has two locations in Miami. In a sea of options it still remains the best.
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Valet Tans
Everyone told me that Valet Tans was the best, and now I understand why. They come to you to spray you down with a fast-drying solution that not only doesn't smell, it glows - literally glows. I've done countless spray tans and none have left my skin glowing the way the one from Valet Tan did. It also lasted a lot longer than most - after a week it still looked great.
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Glamsquad
It's hard to beat the price and convenience of Glamsquad. For about $150 you can get your hair and makeup done anywhere you choose. Their stylists and artists are not only professional but talented and friendly. Plus, you can book and cancel relatively last minute.
