Shopping, shopping, and more shopping! (Miami style that is..)

On my newest blog, you will be taken on a tailspin trip around the hottest shopping spots in Miami.

So, hold on to your straw hats and slip on your linen dress and comfy sandals and get ready to hit the shops--the Miami way! Here we go..........


BAYSIDE MARKETPLACE

LOCATION:401 Biscayne Blvd.Miami, FL 33132

HOURS: Monday and Tuesday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.

PARKING: Covered parking is available, but for those of you who like to be pampered, valet parking is available behind the Hard Rock Cafe.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a open, outside marketplace with hundreds of shops, restaurants, bars and much more. Of course, the average Gap, Victoria Secret, and Banana Republic can be found, but also lining the marketplace are unique and inviting boutiques and shops offering different cultural clothing and accessories. (much to be desired may I add!) If it gets a bit warm, you can always opt to take a boat ride and visit Millionaire's Row (a boat tour encompassing all things and all places wealthy). If not, you can bask on in the square and let your ears listen to the sexy salsa music as parrots are placed on your shoulder! What a time!
<~~Bayside shopping!

CoCo Walk

LOCATION: 3015 Grand Ave.Miami, FL 33133

HOURS: Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 12 a.m.Sunday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.

PARKING: There are parking garages at CocoWalk or there is metered street parking.

WHAT TO EXPECT: This is very much like Riverfront or Bayside Marketplace, but more quaint with less shops. Coco Walk boasts a mere 38 stores, and many of them are well-known. They also offer a movie theater, and many restaurants including The Cheesecake Factory. (the chocolate mousse cheesecake takes the cake!..no pun intended)

The Shops at Sunset Place

LOCATION: 5701 Sunset Dr.South Miami, FL 33143

HOURS: Monday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.

PARKING: There is plenty of covered parking for you and all your friends.

WHAT TO EXPECT: These shops are nothing less than amazing. Amazing architecture, amazing shops, amazing night life, and also.. don't forget, amazing nightly laser light show. Resturants you ask? Here we go: Madame Tings, Johnny Rockets, Dan Marino's Town Tavern and Tout Sweet Candy Café. There are three stories of awesome stores like Niketown, Virgin Megastore, Barnes & Noble Superstore, A/X Armani Exchange, Origins, Pottery Barn, Brookstone, and Urban Outfitters. Also, don't forget about the AMC 24 and IMAX Theaters for movies and fun times!

The Shops at Bal Harbour

(AKA a bit too rich for my blood, but worthwhile!)

LOCATION: 9700 Collins AvenueBal Harbour, FL 33154, USA

HOURS: Monday - Friday: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.Saturday: 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m.

PARKING: The Shops at Bal Harbour offer plenty of parking in its multi-level parking garage as well as open-air parking.

WHAT TO EXPECT: I will let their website talk for them http://www.balharbourshops.com/

Have fun exploring the shops of the mighty rich and famous and one of the most exclusive places around!

TA TA FOR NOW!!! MS T XOXO