The Diplomat

As impressive as The Diplomat Beach Resort’s $100 million transformation seems on paper, it’s nothing compared to the sights and experiences awaiting travelers at a property that encompasses more than 1.6 million square feet. Everything about the renovation—including reimagined guest rooms, world-class restaurant additions and a sprawling, visually striking lobby area—speaks to a level of

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Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach

A cut above: Since opening in October, the Conrad quickly has distinguished itself as a sophisticated addition to the resort scene along State Road A1A, perfect for travelers looking for more of a boutique hotel experience. A sixth-floor Sky Deck covering more than 10,000 square feet seems destined to become one of the more popular

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Seminole Hard Rock

As difficult as it might be for high rollers and penny-slot enthusiasts to steer clear of the gaming offered at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, there’s far more to the Hollywood-based complex than electronic craps, Diamond Lotto and Texas Hold ’em. Yes, the AAA Four Diamond-rated resort (1 Seminole Way, 866.502.7529, seminolehardrockhollywood.com) features table

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New Place to Be

CityPlace Doral brings a central entertainment district to Miami-Dade A large, neon-lit fountain sparkles near the center of CityPlace Doral, delighting crowds with its programmed water shows. Everything about CityPlace Doral, from its sleek and modern design to its assortment of retail, dining and entertainment spaces, is striking. The highly anticipated mixed-use complex, created by

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Hollywood Beach

When Joseph Wesley Young founded Hollywood, Florida, nearly a century ago, he envisioned a coastal city that could rival California’s glamorous counterpart. That vision included the Theater Under the Stars, a three-sided wooden bandshell that was destroyed during the 1926 hurricane (and years later rebuilt). Construction during that era also included the Hollywood Beach Hotel

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Magic, Madness or Marvel?

Historic Coral Castle just might be a little bit of each The Coral Castle is the kind of place locals can pass dozens of times and never stop to visit. It always seems a little too kitschy, too old-fashioned, as if maybe it’s just another quirky sideshow on the long list of Florida’s infamous tourist

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