SPLISH, SPLASH, SUN, FUN – YOUR SPRING VACATION IN FLORIDA HAS JUST BEGUN

Daydreaming of a spring getaway from the cold this spring?  A sunny, white sand beach is in store for you and you don’t even need a passport to get there.  Jutting out into the Gulf of Mexico is a paradisiacal playground  500 miles long known as the State of Florida.

Totally surrounded by water, on the west coast of Florida are the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Mexico and on the east coast is the Atlantic Ocean which attracts many surfers.  On either coast, Florida beaches are ranked some of the finest in the entire world.  The white powdery sandy beaches and palm trees swaying with the ocean breezes are only two of the many reasons  to take your spring break vacation in Florida.

But beaches are not just all Florida has to offer.   Fish sporting enthusiasts will delight at easy accessibility to fresh and water fishing.  Sailing, water sports, scuba diving abound throughout the state.  The state is also a great getaway for those who enjoy the outdoors.   Nature lovers will be enchanted with the Ocala forest in Central Florida, the pristine crystal clear rivers and lakes throughout the state, and the beauty of the Everglades.  The more sedate will find excitement in the gaming casinos and the entertainment venues in the larger cities – Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando and Miami.  Shopaholics will find the state’s factory outlets on both the east and west coasts replete with bargains.  And talk about golf!  Florida offers everything a golfer could want! Every type of terrain or level of golf is available.  Thousands of golf courses claim the Sunshine state as home—from the border of Georgia and Alabama stretching all the way down to Key West.   And of course, Florida has Disneyworld, Universal Studios, Sea World, and two dozen other attractions concentrated in Orlando.

The best about Florida is that it has hotels and resorts to fit every budget in every nook and cranny throughout the state.  Accommodations vary as much as what the state has to offer.  There is a great variety in hotel options from small boutique hotels in South Beach and Naples, to resorts from Tampa Bay to the Florida Keys; condominiums in Orlando and across the state, to oceanfront hotels in Miami Beach and all coastal areas.

And, no matter where you decide to stay, you will always be close to everything – nature, fishing,  surfing, boating, scuba diving, golf, entertainment, shopping.  Enjoy all under the best spring weather in the United States where temperatures rise into the mid 80s during the day and cool off into the low 60s at night.

Begin your Florida spring break getaway at www.crshotels.com/florida/springbreak You will find an abundance of information about Florida and links to a variety of accommodations throughout the state.

SAVE WHEN YOU STAY AT THE CONTINENTAL OCEANFRONT SOUTH BEACH HOTEL

The allure of a sunny, white sandy beach in a glamorous destination is too hard to pass.  Our resources may fall short of our dreams except if you choose to visit beautiful and sophisticated Miami Beach.

There is a moment to pause with the price of airfare staring us back from the computer but if you are lucky enough to latch on to a bargain, you can just as well, with a hotel in South Beach.  That hotel is the Continental Oceanfront located on 18^th Street.  Facing the ocean on Collins Avenue, this is one of the lowest-priced hotels in Miami Beach.

Continental Oceanfront Hotel South Beach Reservations

The Continental Oceanfront Miami Beach provides limited service but what you get in return is direct access to the splendor of the ocean and a superb location in South Beach.   Many of the rooms have ocean views and others you can look directly out to the ocean.  The accommodations are simple and the hotel does not have a lot of amenities and services you may find at other well-heeled and more expensive hotels in Miami Beach.  There is no restaurant on the premises but you can walk out and find dozens of eateries for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Within a short walking distance you are right in the heart of the glitzy, trendy and otherwise hip place in South Beach – Ocean Drive.  Lots of outdoor cafes, nightclubs, boutique shops line up and down this strip.  The favorite pastime is people watching.  They come from all over the world to enjoy the scenery, and to be seen.   If that is not enough, the Lincoln Mall fashionable shops are literally just around the corner from the hotel.  Those attending a conference, a major show or convention at the Miami Beach Convention Center will be delighted to find out that they can stroll there under 10 minutes.

The Continental Oceanfront is a hotel for a tight budget but not skimpy in some of the services it provides.  It has an Olympic-sized pool, comfortable rooms (350 square feet) with two double beds and with in-room safes, iron/ironing boards; free Wi-Fi in the lobby area where you will find a tour desk to assist you with reservations for city tours, Miami attractions and local restaurants.

If you are traveling with economy in mind, the hotel will have some of the lowest rates on Miami Beach.   You can definitely save when you stay at the Continental Oceanfront Hotel South Beach.  Visit:  http://www.crshotels.com/miami/continental/

South Beach Plaza Hotel: Hip and Trendy with Tropical Flair

South Beach Plaza Hotel: Hip and Trendy with Tropical Flair

Miami Beach, Fl –Designed in 1935 by architect L. Murray Dixon, the Beach Plaza Hotel was and still is a prominent Art Deco landmark boasting style and flair in the midst of the excitement on South Beach.

Upon walking into the hotel vivid tropical decorations compete for your attention while the hotel’s original architectural integrity evokes a sense of charm. Excitement and relaxation are simultaneously provoked as curiosity leads you to explore every nook and cranny of the property. Make your way to the De Carlos Bar for an intimate and elegant ambiance while sipping on a signature cocktail, or venture outside to the courtyard, and be transported to one of the hippest lounges set among lush flora.

The Art Deco tropical fusion décor follows you into the guest room that creates a classic yet inviting atmosphere. Guest rooms feature custom lighting, signature furniture, wood floors, CD alarm clock radio, IPod docks, 25-32 inch TV, plush bath towels and Ecoessential bath amenities. Besides comfortable surroundings the hotel boasts 24-hour valet, concierge service, daily maid service, laundry services, continental breakfast, afternoon wine reception, wireless internet in all rooms and common areas, as well as beach towels.

Beyond its amazing interior beauty the hotel is ideally situated amongst the scintillating backdrop of South Beach on Collins Avenue. It is just a short half-block walk to the famous Ocean Drive, three blocks to Lincoln Road, one block from Washington Avenue, and one block from the beach; within a few minutes you will be at the epicenter of all the excitement. Let your zeal lead you throughout South Beach to soak up the scenery of trendy sidewalk cafes, boutique shops, Art Deco architecture, and art galleries.

South Beach Plaza Hotel has seamlessly streamlined into modern times while keeping its historic integrity. The best of both worlds, complete relaxation and endless entertainment, is all within reach when you stay at South Beach Plaza Hotel.

For more information on the South Beach Plaza Hotel visit http://www.crshotels.com/miami/beachplaza/

Palms Hotel & Spa Miami Beach – A Tropical and Secluded Retreat

Palms Hotel & Spa Miami Beach – A Tropical and Secluded Retreat

Miami Beach, Fl – Winding down for a relaxing getaway can be tricky.  The mundane, the routine, the pressures of day-to-day life are difficult to shed unless you’ve chosen a place to stay during your vacation which melts your chains away just as you step into the lobby.

Such a place is the Palms Hotel & Spa in beautiful Miami Beach.  It’s easy to unwind in a New York minute at this 4-Diamond luxury resort which is minutes from South Beach.  The tropical and secluded ambience will instantaneously leave you feeling re-balanced, relaxed, and rejuvenated.

In 2009, the hotel underwent a top-to-bottom $20 million dollar renovation of 251 guest rooms and suites with spa-inspired bathrooms.   Accommodations at the Palms Resort vary from superior oceanfront rooms with an additional double sleeper sofa and oceanfront rooms with floor-to-ceiling panoramic windows overlooking tropical gardens and the blue waters of the Atlantic Ocean.

Complimenting the work done in the rooms is The Palms Spa, Aveda’s first luxury beach resort spa in the U.S.  The 5,000-square foot facility feature holistic treatments and rituals designed to deliver a highly personalized experience. Facilities include a series of multi-purpose rooms including a couple’s suite with experience snail shower, an indoor/outdoor relaxation area with steam room, poolside treatment cabanas, a beauty salon, a fitness room and an Aveda retail area offering the complete line of Aveda products.

Hungry after a day of pampering or relaxing in the sun?  The Palms Hotel’ Restaurant and Lounge – Essensia embodies the simplicity and elegance of natural gourmet dining. The concept focuses on the pure essence of taste serving wholesome gourmet cuisine.  Highlights include a highly celebrated breakfast buffet in the morning, seasonal and organic ingredients whenever possible and a vast selection of fresh Florida seafood.  Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

The Tiki Bar serves light snacks and drinks throughout the day and it is the unique setting for passing the time complete with hammocks and palm trees swaying to the ocean breeze. Hotel staff will deliver light fare and delicious drinks right to the pool or beach lounge, or serve in the shade of the tropical tiki cabanas.

Whether you take a dip in the pool, settle into a hammock in the lush gardens with a great book, or salute the morning sun with a walk along the white sandy beach – the Palms Hotel & Miami Beach is your tropical and secluded retreat.  Yes, you will escape from your day to day routine.

For more information on the Palms Hotel & Spa Oceanfront Beach Resort visit http://www.palmshotelmiamibeach.com

Shelborne Oceanfront Resort – a Great Place to Stay in South Beach, Miami Florida

Miami Beach, Fl – On December 28, 1940, the Shelborne Oceanfront Beach Resort opened its doors with style with the famed bandleader Chet Brownagle and his orchestra.

Inspired by the Art Deco architect Igor Polevitsky, the Shelborne has a less ornate style than other buildings in South Beach but its trademark 30-foot deco sign, the Shelborne South Beach Resort hotel cannot be missed along Collins Avenue. Indeed, the Shelborne has enjoyed almost mythical status in Miami Beach through the 1940’s, 50’s, and 60’s.  It was home to the Miss America and Miss Universe Pageants, and was a home away from home for some of America’s biggest stars. This year, the Shelborne’s star continues to shine as it hosts for the third year in a row DJ Mag @ The Shelborne, the most notorious party held during the Winter Music Conference in March.

Besides its notoriety, the hotel has one of the most desirable locations along Miami Beach.  Foremost, the Shelborne Beach Resort faces the white sandy beaches of Miami Beach.  And, it is literally in the heart of South Beach’s Art Deco District walking distance to Ocean Drive, trendy boutique shops, night clubs and restaurants on Lincoln Road.  The Miami Beach Convention Center is a 5 minute walk. Downtown Miami and the Cruise Port of Miami are 10 minutes away by car and Miami International Airport is only 20 minutes away.

Guests arriving at the hotel will find uniquely decorated luxury hotel rooms, suites and town homes – all with authentic Art Deco décor, luxury bedding and all the comforts of a modern hotel.  Amongst its many great features, the Shelborne has a fine dining restaurant and rooftop fitness center.  Guests can soak up the sun on the white pool deck, enjoy the hotel’s sparkling outdoor Olympic swimming pool, rent a poolside cabana (private bathroom, shower) for the day, bask in the two hot tubs or simply enjoy the white sandy beaches just beyond the pool area.

The Shelborne Oceanfront Resort is completing a multi-million dollar renovation which will bring it back its Art Deco grandeur and thus will continue its heritage as a great place to stay in South Beach.

For more information on the Shelborne Oceanfront Beach Resort visit http://www.crshotels.com/miami/shelborne/

Boat Enthusiasts Converge in Miami for the Greatest Boat Show in the World from February 17 to February 21, 2011

Miami, Fl — Miami is ready to “knock the socks off” from boat enthusiasts coming from the four corners of the world to the greatest ever 26^th annual International Boat Show.

The fun begins Thursday (Trade Day) February 17 and will not end until Monday, February 21. This five-day boating event of the season features the latest and the greatest that the boating industry has to offer. Come out and see, shop and test drive some of the latest designs from around the world, a full line up of boating gear, accessories and hardware displays from the industries top suppliers and the latest charter information, all from almost 200 exhibiting companies from around the world.

Here are some tips to enjoy your Boat Show experience.

1-Secure your hotel room first.  This is the event that packs the hotels in the city of Miami and its surrounding areas.  They fill up fast, beginning with the popular Art Deco hotels near the Miami Beach Convention Center on South Beach / Miami Beach. Coconut Grove (home of the famous Dinner Key Marina) and Coral Gables hotel rooms for the Boat Show are also popular, as are North Miami and Fort Lauderdale hotels. Many 2011 Miami Boat Show hotels will require deposits, multiple-day stays, and will not allow for cancellations. Check out http://www.miamiboatshowhotels.com for great hotel deals for the Miami International Boat Show.

2-The weather for the Miami Boat Show could be warm and balmy or cold and blustery. If you are traveling to Miami to stay at a hotel for the Boat Show, be sure to bring sunscreen, shorts and a short-sleeve shirt, as well as a warm coat and gloves. If it’s warm and balmy, you can leave your warm coat in your hotel room while you enjoy the Boat Show. If usually-balmy Miami has a February cold snap during Miami Boat Show week, you’ll be glad you have a warm coat and gloves as you enjoy strolls on the sidewalks of South Beach.

3- Parking with shuttle service to the Miami Beach Convention Center, the Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center, and the Miamarina at Bayside is available, and it is an easy walk from many Miami Beach hotels to the Boat Show at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

4-During Miami Boat Show week, there will be plenty of special events to enjoy, as well as Miami’s many sports attractions. Within a few minutes of your Miami Boat Show hotel room, you can take a fishing charter or rent a sailboat at one of Miami’s many marinas. Take an exciting airboat ride through the Florida Everglades. Or enjoy one of the numerous beautiful golf courses. The concierge at your Miami Boat Show hotel will be happy to make recommendations, give you directions, and assist with arrangements.

No matter where your Miami Boat Show hotel room, you can enjoy plenty of beaches, sun and fun, on top of a dazzling array of the latest and greatest in powerboats, sailboats, engines, personal watercraft and marine accessories. Check out http://www.miamiboatshowhotels.com for great hotel deals for the Miami International Boat Show.   It is still early, book your Boat Show hotel today at a great price.

Miami Winter Music Conference 2011

Miami, Florida March 8-12, 2011

Winter Music Conference celebrates its 26th year as one of the most anticipated and publicized global gatherings for pioneering artists, innovators and professionals at the Miami Beach Convention Center.

Why come to the Winter Music Conference in Miami?

Winter Music Conference is the foremost networking event in the dance music industry, attracting professionals from over 70 different countries. With its high concentration of top international artists, DJs and industry professionals, WMC is one of the most publicized events in the music business.

Every aspect of the music industry is present, including technology innovators, artists, DJs, producers, radio and video programmers, retailers, distributors, and audio manufacturers.

Many people from all over the world attend year after year.

Winter Music Conference brings together industry executives, press and A&R reps, in addition to artists and DJs of all levels. There are many opportunities for DJs and artists to network and have their music heard by an international audience of music industry professionals.

Venues throughout Miami feature a packed schedule of evening events, showcasing famous artists and DJs from around the world.

Winter Music Conference also features the International Dance Music Awards, known as the premier annual awards event for the dance and electronic music industry.

Winter Music Conference Hotels 2011

CRSHotels.com has convenient and affordable Miami Winter Music Conference hotels and Ultra Music Festival hotels in South Beach, downtown Miami, and Coral Gables.

Miami, always alive with excitement, is considered by many to be the heartbeat of Florida, and CRSHotels.com has leveraged its longstanding relationship with hotels in this unique city to offer visitors the very best of this travel destination.

To many, Miami means big-city sophistication combined with seductive beaches. For those who dream of waking up to the sound of the ocean, CRSHotels.com offers exceptional value at oceanfront properties like the Marseilles and Shelborne in South Beach.
Since the 1920s Miami Beach has been a Florida hot spot with its vibrant art scene mixed with exciting water sports, first rate shopping and many family attractions. CRSHotels.com offers visitors the finest of Miami Beach hotels, such as the stylish Kent Hotel, the Clinton Hotel and Spa, the St. Augustine, the minimalist Haddon Hall, the Wave, and the Suites on South Beach, convenient to the hottest clubs and just steps from the ocean. For those who enjoy the sophistication of a tropical estate, the Palms Hotel in South Beach is a wonderful mix of southern grace and island charm.

South Beach is famous for its bright pastel painted Art Deco buildings. Chic South Beach hotels, such as the elegant Betsy Hotel with its ocean view rooms, and the newly-restored Royal South Beach Hotel, bring back the glam spirit of the Art Deco days. The Beacon Hotel features a café with outdoor seating, Latin music and hip clientele mixed in with some famous faces. Art galleries, museums and all-night clubs boost South Beach’s reputation as the place to be.

Coral Gables, with its gracious Spanish colonial-style homes adds another dimension to the Miami area. Coral Gables is one of the United States’ first planned developments and was built out of the coral limestone quarried in that area. Today, the quarry has been turned into a Venetian pool, a swimming hole with romantic bridges and waterfalls. For those wishing to stay in the Coral Gables area, CRSHotels.com recommends the Hotel St. Michel, one of the city’s most romantic getaways, built in 1926 and offering the quiet elegance of Old World Europe.

For those on a budget for their Winter Music Conference hotel, there is the Comfort Inn & Suites at the Miami Airport, the Howard Johnson Plaza Hotel Miami Airport, the Continental Downtown Bayside, in downtown Miami, and the Continental Oceanfront in South Beach.

Downtown Miami is not just for office buildings. Bayside Marketplace is a 16-acre shopping complex on Biscayne Bay with more than 150 specialty shops, entertainment, a food court, tour-boat docks, and a Hard Rock Café. This spot offers a place to browse or simply relax with a tropical drink. The up-and-coming Miami Design District, with 18 blocks that include more than 40 interior design showrooms, home furnishings and furniture studios is also just north of downtown. The River Park Hotel and Suites is in an ideal location in downtown Miami, overlooking the Miami River.

Find Your Winter Music Conference Hotel

A Stylish, Unique Boutique Hotel in South Beach, Florida

Located at 1650 James Avenue at Lincoln Road, the Albion is at the heart of South Beach.  The Atlantic Ocean and the Miami Beach Convention Center are just two blocks from the hotel. Guests at Albion South Beach enjoy convenient access to Miami Beach attractions, many of which are within walking distance to the hotel, including Ocean Drive and the Art Deco District.

Designed by the famous Nautical Art Deco architect Ygor Polivirsky in 1939, the Albion is a boutique hotel in the heart of trendy South Beach built to resemble a majestic ocean liner of the late 1930s.  In 1996, the hotel was again transformed by the Avant Garde architect Carlos Zapata who re-designed the interior.  Completely renovated again in 2005, the Albion South Beach hotel offers chic accommodations with modern amenities in the heart of South Beach Miami.

The 100 guestrooms including suites are beautifully decorated with stark, minimalist décor, blond maple wood and stainless steel furniture, ornate bathrooms with stainless steel vanities and slate floors, designer bed throws and oversized pillows, and Mediterranean-inspired drapery.  Bathroom amenities include plush bathrobes and organic cucumber essence bathroom essentials.  Other in-room amenities include iron, ironing board, and full-length mirror, dual-line direct dial telephone with voice mail, min-bar, alarm clock and in-room safe.  Handicap accessible rooms are available upon request

Guests can enjoy a relaxing meal at Albion South Beach hotel’s own Albion Café. The hotel restaurant is located poolside and offers a delicious menu of local and Mediterranean specialties. Indoor and outdoor seating is available. Albion Cafés open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner.  In- room-dining from 6.30AM to 10.00PM.

Other guest services and amenities are designed to make a stay at Albion South Beach more enjoyable and convenient include a full-service business center, outdoor swimming pool and solarium, fitness equipment, meeting space for small groups and onsite dining. In addition, the hotel offers laundry, dry cleaning, valet parking (fee), concierge, airport limo service (fee), and In-Room-Dining from 6.30 am to 10.00 pm.  Free wireless Internet access in every guest room & public areas.

Albion South Beach is a pet friendly hotel.  Planning a South Beach getaway? Stay at the Albion and experience lodging at a stylish boutique hotel.  Visit www.CRShotels.com for information.

The River Park Hotel & Suites Downtown Miami

The River Park Hotel & Suites Downtown Miami – 100 S.E. 4th Street Miami, FL 33131

The River Park Hotel and Suites is a 16-story moderately-priced hotel in Downtown Miami on the banks of the Miami River just before it meets the Miami Bay.  Literally surrounded by Miami’s Shopping and Financial District, it is just a 10 minute walk (along the bank of the river) to the Bayside Marketplace Entertainment Complex.  Cruise goers with an overnight stay in Miami will find the 7 minute cab (or shuttle) drive to the Cruise Port of Miami convenient.  It is adjacent to the Miami Convention Center (James L. Knight).

The River Park Hotel & Suites Downtown Miami

River Park Hotel & Suites Location

The Flagler Shopping District in Downtown Miami is immediately next to the River Park Hotel and Suites.  The Hyatt Regency and the Miami Convention Center also known as the James L. Knight Center is right next door.  The hotel is less than 7 minutes (1.8 miles) from the Port of Miami and the Brickell Avenue business corridor. An added advantage for business and leisure travelers visiting companies or sites in downtown is the People Mover stop next to the hotel.  The Mover has FREE transportation to American Airlines Arena, Bayside Marketplace, and the Miami Performing Arts center and many other places within the Downtown Miami Area.  Miami International Airport is 15 minutes by car.  Miami’s South Beach is a 15 minute drive.

 

River Park Hotel & Suites Accommodations

The River Park Hotel and Suites Downtown Miami features 149 spacious guestrooms and suites with marble bathrooms equipped with Neutrogena toiletries. Standard amenities include daily maid service, air conditioning, speaker telephones with data port and voice mail, iron/ironing board, television with DVD/VCR and coffee makers.

River Park Hotel & Suites Restaurant

There are many fine Miami area restaurants in the immediate vicinity of the hotel.

River Park Hotel & Suites Services

Overlooking the Miami River, the River Park Hotel and Suites has a sundeck that houses a 15-by-25-foot splash outdoor pool.  Hotel amenities included a fitness room equipped with a treadmill, stair machine and stationary bike.  Additionally, the hotel provides scheduled shuttle service to the Port of Miami (surcharge) and valet parking ($21 per day).   The River Park offers guests a complimentary continental breakfast each morning, newspapers in the lobby and free wireless Internet access (lobby area).

Reserve now with the River Park Hotel and Suites for online rate discounts – no advance payments, booking, and change or cancel fees.

Kent Hotel Miami South Beach (Art Deco boutique hotel)

Kent Hotel Miami Beach Room Picture

Kent Hotel Miami South Beach – 1131 Collins Avenue Miami Beach, FL 33139

The Kent Miami Beach is a colorfully restored Art Deco boutique hotel in trendy South Beach one block west of Ocean Drive and the beach.  Whether you are visiting Miami on leisure or for business, the Kent is a central location to all South Beach landmarks, shops, nightclubs, the Miami Beach Convention Center and the Lincoln Road Mall. Leaving on a cruise from the Port of Miami?  The Kent Hotel is 10 minutes driving distance from the Cruise Port.

Location Description

Located at the corner of 11^th Street and Collins Avenue, the Kent Hotel is in the center of South Beach’s Art Deco District walking distance from the Miami Beach Convention Center and one block from the beach. Downtown Miami’s Financial District and the Port of Miami are ten minutes by car and Miami International Airport is just a 20-minute drive.

Accommodations Description

The boutique-styled Kent Hotel Miami Beach guestrooms are handsomely finished in blond wood floors and brushed steel accents with retro-modern coolness.  Each guestroom is decorated with batik fabrics and rattan furniture, featuring either two double beds or two queen size beds, 30-inch flat screen TV with DVD Player, robes, in-room safe, mini-bar unit, hair dryer, and CD player with CD’s and complimentary wireless Internet service.

Restaurant Description

The Kent Hotel Miami Beach is near many fine South Beach restaurants, eateries and casual cafes. The Kent is also located near South Beach bars and nightclubs.

Services Description

The Kent Hotel South Beach offers a wardrobe/production office, meeting space, limited room service, and catering service. The tropical garden and fountain adjacent to the lobby is a perfect location for catered parties. Paid onsite parking, room service, business services, laundry/cleaning service, uniformed security and valet parking service is available.  The hotel allows pets.

Reserve now with the Kent Hotel Miami Beach for online rate discounts – no advance payments, booking, and change or cancel fees.