MIAM May 2012 : Page 90

We know the staycation is all about one thing: the spa. Should you be checking in locally this spring, be sure to check out the latest in ﬁ ve-star treatments. –MM 90 | | May/June 2012 PARADISE FARMS IMAGE BY DALE STENBROTEN/ARTIST GROUP THE RADAR | WEEKENDER Domestic Bliss The buzz on Miami’s inn crowd The Lord’s Lair We’re not sure in what way the late English prime minister inspired the powers that be at the new Lord Balfour hotel to name their property after him, but who are we to question them? Now that its multimillion-dollar renovation is complete, the 64-room boutique inn will start taking reservations as of June 15 (with introductory rates starting at $199 per night). As for the new look? ink tattoo culture meets Art Deco modern. 350 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305.673.0401, lordbalfourmiami.com –Michael Muzquiz Harvest Inn Homestead isn’t exactly on anyone’s jet set radar. But then again, Paradise Farms has always catered to a more down-to-earth clientele—literally. At the farm’s new B&B, foodies can wake up surrounded by tropical fruit and edible owers. Among the accommodations is the guest house, a bedroom suite with living area, full bath, and a verandah overlooking a lush lagoon; and the Zen bungalow, a standalone eco structure with bedroom and porch. e best part: outdoor bamboo showers. Rates range from $100 to $180 per night, with a complimentary farm tour and organic breakfast in the garden. “It’s a rare chance in this region for people to really experience the organic lifestyle,” says owner Gabriele Marewski. 19801 S.W. 320th St., Homestead, 305.248.4181, paradisefarms.net –Rebecca Kleinman SPECIAL TREATMENTS THE PLACE Say Aaaahhh… e Spa at Mandarin Oriental THE TREATMENT THE PLACE Remède THE PLACE Spa THE TREATMENT CACI Intensive Lift (80 minutes, $260) THE RESULTS Behold, the miracle of electricity: micro currents reduce pu ness caused by water retention and rm up skin. Translation? Instant facelift. 500 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, 305.913.8332, mandarinoriental.com/miami 24 Karat Designer Facial (90 minutes, $275) THE RESULTS After a copper-enriched peel, a sprinkling of gold oil leaves you with a bejeweled glow. Putting your best face forward just took on a new meaning. St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, 9703 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 305.993.3300, st.regisbalharbour.com e Spa at the Sports Club/LA THE TREATMENT Lavender Body Polish (50 minutes, $99) THE RESULTS Geranium grape seed is scrubbed onto the skin to improve blood ow before a wild lavender moisturizer is applied for a smooth, hydrated nish. Four Seasons Hotel, 1441 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305.533.1199, thesportsclubla.com

The Radar Weekender

Domestic Bliss The buzz on Miami’s inn crowd The Lord’s Lair We’re not sure in what way the late English prime minister inspired the powers that be at the new Lord Balfour hotel to name their property after him, but who are we to question them? Now that its multimilliondollar renovation is complete, the 64-room boutique inn will start taking reservations as of June 15 (with introductory rates starting at $199 per night). As for the new look? link tattoo culture meets Art Deco modern. 350 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, 305.673.0401, lordbalfourmiami.com –Michael Muzquiz Harvest Inn Homestead isn’t exactly on anyone’s jet set radar. But then again, Paradise Farms has always catered to a more down-to-earth clientele—literally. At the farm’s new B&B, foodies can wake up surrounded by tropical fruit and edible flowers. Among the accommodations is the guest house, a bedroom suite with living area, full bath, and a verandah overlooking a lush lagoon; and the Zen bungalow, a standalone eco structure with bedroom and porch. Th e best part: outdoor bamboo showers. Rates range from $100 to $180 per night, with a complimentary farm tour and organic breakfast in the garden. “It’s a rare chance in this region for people to really experience the organic lifestyle,” says owner Gabriele Marewski. 19801 S.W. 320th St., Homestead, 305. 248.4181, paradisefarms.net –Rebecca Kleinman Say Aaaahhh… We know the staycation is all about one thing: the spa. Should you be checking in locally this spring, be sure to check out the latest in five-star treatments. –MM

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