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Live Like A Local
Live Like A Local
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Our staff knows just where to go!

Getting off the beaten path and discovering hidden gems is one of the wonders of travel. But how do you find those special places? Ask a local. Surfcomber Miami helps you make the most of your Miami Beach stay by sharing our staff's favorite picks and insider tips.

We asked our intrepid staff: If you had only two days in Miami Beach, what would you do? Take a peek, have some fun and Live Like a Local.

Eat
Chef Freddy

Chef Freddy - Local for 20 Years

Executive Chef

  • Lantao's weserves fresh, locally caught reef fish prepared with Florida citrus and Thai basil topped with a sweet & tangy sambal sauce.
  • Head to Lincoln Road on Sunday's to find the green market featuring local fruits, vegetables, fresh cut flowers, and plants.
Drink
Jamie Travaglini

Jamie Travaglini - Miami Beach Native

Lead Bartender

  • Lantao Social where you will find the French 75, made with Beefeater gin, fresh lemon juice & simple syrup topped off with prosecco.
  • Nestled at the end of Lincoln Road you will find Doraku with the 2nd best happy hour on the beach, serving $3 lychee martinis.
Wellness
Jessica Fitzgerald

Jessica Fitzgerald - Local for 23 years

Manager In Training

  • Stroll down the beach to 3rd street where you can join in on complimentary yoga classes daily at 7am & 5pm.
  • Just steps from the hotel you will find one of the 100 stations of Deco Bike, the Miami Beach bicycle sharing & rental program.
Retail Therapy
Pattie Builes

Pattie Builes - Local for 18 year

Sales Manager

  • Between 5th street & 9th street you'll find the Collins Avenue Fashion District - a dazzling collection of hip designer stores.
  • One-of-a-kind boutiques, art galleries and trendy home design shops make Lincoln Road a retail adventure.
Play
Reuben Trane

Reuben Trane - local for 36 years

Chief Concierge

  • Walk past our pool deck right to the beach, finding K17 where you can get on a paddleboard and head all the way to Cuba!
  • Hit up Fritz's on Washington Avenue and rent yourself a long board (skate board) and cruise the boardwalk on the infamous Ocean Drive.
One of a Kind
Nick Yezierski

Nick Yezierski - Local for 1 year

Director of Housekeeping

  • Head to the everglades to experience life before man... just be sure to keep your hands inside the boat at all times, the gators are hungry!
  • Learn to fly high above the ground, just over the bridge on the mainland is the flying trapeze school, teaching you what it takes to become a seasoned flyer.

For more information about any of these suggestions and additional favorites, contact Surfcomber's Concierge at (305) 532-7715

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