Otter Expedition: Stanton SoBe
Well, it's official. I'm 30 years old!
I always tell my fiancé, Mike, not to give me gifts on my birthday. I would rather he give me an experience: tickets to a show, a staycation, an evening cruise... something we can do together. Material objects come and go, but memories you can hold on to forever. Well, hopefully.
And Mike never disappoints!
For my big 3-0, he planned an entire week of travel!! (I also requested he not throw me a party-- just take me away. lol)
The first stop of our Birthday Tour?? The Stanton SoBe in Miami!
What's my secret to visiting Miami? Avoid people at all costs. ;P
I'll be honest, I love the beach, I love the food, I love laying poolside, BUT I hate the overcrowded beaches, the traffic and the crazy Miami night life.
So to combat that, I find beautiful properties that offer it all! The Stanton has a gorgeous pool that's a coconut's throw away from the beach (where you can reserve your own chairs and be waited on), two beautiful restaurants (soon to be 3!), a full spa, a private rooftop bar and lounge (on concierge levels), and a morning café!
It's a one-stop-shop for the best of Miami.
We also tend to do things early. We go to the beach and pool in the morning while most people are still asleep and then do our exploring in the afternoon! It also helps to spent an entire afternoon in their spa. ;)
I kept things sporty by the pool with pieces from Zachary Prell and Original Penguin. I love how both brands are taking classic styles and updating them with retro-inspired details! The zipper on the polo, the raglan sleeve on the track jacket and the side racing stripes are my favorite parts!
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We stayed in a beautiful 'Ocean View King Room', which actually gave us a great view of both the city and the beach. Sunsets and sunrises all around!
One of our favorite parts of the hotel was Lolo's, the surf cantina on the main floor of the hotel. They have FANTASTIC tacos and a mezcal cocktail that will knock your socks off. We had lunch there twice, happy hour drinks and early morning coffee. I even saw people ordering from their to-go counter for a beach picnic. Super cute!
I'd like to say a HUGE thank you to The Stanton SoBe for putting us up! I can't wait to return and celebrate another holiday with you! It was everything I could ask for on my birthday. <3
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