
From the ten-mile stretch of golden beach to the sizzle on Ocean Drive, Miami has enough heat to keep you warm at night, even if you’re unattached. The city is the most popular Memorial Day destination by far. “Miami is happening right now because South Beach is exploding,” says Larissa Papouban, President of Aria World Travel in New York City.
America’s Sexiest Playground? Very likely. From the buff sunbathers to the tanned swimmers, the sandy stomping grounds are a haven for people watching. And if you’re a single gal, you don’t have to cross this glitzy city off your list.
Shop on trendy Lincoln Road or enjoying an authentic mojito at Lario’s on the Beach on Ocean Drive (Gloria Estefan’s world-famous restaurant). “We have the best mojitos in the world,†laughs the bartender, who wouldn’t share the secret ingredient with us. You will swoon over the authentic Cuban food there – we promise!
If you’re in the mood for some fun, flirty drinks and people-watching is more your speed, hop on over to Wet Willies (www.wetwillies.com) and party like the locals. In need of a quick wardrobe change?Step into Intermix for some fashion forward fare.
An avant-garde stop for any single girl is B.E.D. (- a hip lounge/club/restaurant where you wine and dine in bed. Seriously, how hedonistic can one get? You can people-watch, gossip, swoon and imbibe until the crack of dawn. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend, the band Ace of Spades will be groovin’ at the club.
So grab your gal pals and get steeped in some Miami vices.
Lario’s On the Beach: (305) 532-9577
Wet Willies: (305) 532-5650
B.E.D.: (305) 532-9070