Guests Can Savor the Savings at Dolphin Mall Restaurants 'During the Delicious Discounts At Dolphin Mall' Promotion

From August 10 through 19, Dolphin Mall will host “Delicious Discounts At Dolphin Mall,” where patrons can choose from an array of dining options at discounted prices! Participating restaurants will offer 25 percent off food and beverage bills, excluding alcoholic beverages, taxes and tips.

“We are delighted to bring this new exciting dining event to our patrons,” said Madelyn Bello Calvar, marketing & sponsorship director for Dolphin Mall. “The promotion allows our guests the opportunity to experience a range of dining options at a fantastic value.”

Guests interested in the program are required to visit the Information Booth at the Ramblas Plaza (Entrance 3) in the mall to obtain their Dolphin Mall Delicious Discounts Card. With the Discount Card, customers can try as many of the restaurants as they wish, on their schedule and budget. The special discount applies to the entire bill excluding alcoholic beverages, taxes and tips. Additional restrictions and exclusions apply. The Delicious Discounts Card cannot be combined with any other offers. The Discount card can only be used by one person per household from August 10 to August 19, 2012.

The line-up of participating restaurants at Dolphin Mall includes:

Mojitos Cuban Cuisine is a tropical hideaway at Dolphin Mall, named after the traditional Cuban drink, the Mojito, and the specialty drink of the house in 14 different flavors. In keeping with the Cuban tradition, they pride themselves with preparing and serving only the most authentic Cuban dishes.

Rotelli Pizza & Pasta is a neighborhood Italian eatery that has a well-rounded menu, unique appetizers, traditional and gourmet pizza, freshly made gourmet pastas, hearty soups, salads tossed to order, fresh seafood and much more.

Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar is more than a wing joint, boasting 14 signature sauces. The popular hangout is a fun, edgy, high-energy and easygoing restaurant -- much like the personalities of their guests!

Catch of the Day is an exciting seafood bar and grill where guests can kick back and unwind. Enjoy great food and fun in a relaxed atmosphere.

Dave and Buster’s serves great food in a casual setting, with fun and spirited bars. Whether it's interactive games and simulators, it’s a unique experience that has something for everyone.

CinéBistro is an experience that offers anyone who has a passion for movies and a palate for great food an environment unlike anything they have ever experienced before.

Johnny Rockets is an old-fashioned hamburger and malt shop that takes diners back to the Happy Days. Food, fun and friendliness reminiscent of feel-good Americana. The menu includes classic American burgers and fries, hand-dipped shakes and malts, plus apple pie as good as Mom's.

Dolphin Mall’s Delicious Discounts promotion rules and restrictions are available at Dolphin Mall’s Information Booth located at Ramblas, Entry 3, and also via the website www.shopdolphinmall.com.

Dolphin Mall is an enclosed value retail/entertainment/dining destination with more than 240 retailers. It is located just five miles west of Miami International Airport, where the Dolphin Expressway and the Florida Turnpike intersect. Shoppers can access the mall by taking Exit 27 off of the Florida Turnpike. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. with extended hours in the Ramblas entertainment area.

Preview the stores, the styles and the savings at www.shopdolphinmall.com.

Give $3, Save 30% at Miami Seaquarium, All Proceeds from Offer Benefit South Florida Animals

In a continuing effort to help local animal charities, Miami Seaquarium introduces the Give $3, Save 30% offer, which gives guests the opportunity to donate to one of their favorite charities and receive a 30 percent savings on admission to Miami Seaquarium. Following the success of the last two years’ similar promotions which raised more than $46,000 in donations for wildlife related charities, this year’s promotion will benefit south Florida-based charities including Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-a-Pet, Humane Society of Broward County and South Florida SPCA Horse Rescue.


The offer starts on July 30 and runs until September 30. To participate visit www.miamiseaquarium.com for a donation form.

“Miami Seaquarium has a long history of reaching out to and assisting charities of all types,” said Andrew Hertz, General Manager. “We are happy this year to focus the fruits of these promotions on three very worthy charities that help dogs, cats and horses.”

Guests may choose from one of the following charities:


Humane Society of Greater Miami
The Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet is a limited admit, adoption guarantee facility dedicated to placing every dog and cat in our care into a loving home, and to promoting responsible pet ownership and spay/neuter programs. Adoption guarantee simply means that every animal under our care is safe from the threat of euthanasia for as long as it takes to find them a forever family.

Humane Society of Broward County
The Humane Society of Broward County provides shelter, aid and responsible adoptions to animals entrusted to our care, and educates the community about respect and kindness to all animals.


South Florida SPCA Horse Rescue
The South Florida SPCA, founded in 1992, is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of abused, neglected and abandoned horses and other large animals. We also educate the community about responsible animal care, animal ownership and promote the welfare of animals through local and national advocacy.


Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $39.95 and $29.95 for children (ages 3-9). More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com; also "Like" Miami Seaquarium on Facebook.


Miami Seaquarium is an accredited member of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums, an international organization committed to the care and conservation of marine mammals. Accreditation by the Alliance means this facility meets or exceeds all the standards of excellence for marine mammal care, husbandry, conservation and education.

Zoo Miami's $5 Days Return July 4-8

Look no further for affordable family fun for the Fourth of July. For the third year in a row, Zoo Miami is offering a sweet summer deal of $5 admission, backed up by Ford Motor Company.


"Zoo Miami is such a great community resource and we want as many families as possible to enjoy it," said Jim Vella, president, Ford Motor Company.  "In celebration of Independence Day, Ford is pleased to provide support so that the Zoo is accessible to more people during this holiday week."

Representatives from Ford will be setting up shop in the zoo on July 4, 7 and 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Visitors will receive giveaways when they register to win a new Ford Focus and will be able to view some of their latest car models.


Guests visiting Zoo Miami on these discounted days can enjoy a few other goodies in addition to visiting the lions, tigers and bears along with the normal attractions offered by the zoo.  On July 7, Blue Bell will be helping guests cool down by distributing free samples of ice cream to lucky zoo visitors from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., as part of Scoops for Conservation, a partnership between the Zoological Society of Florida and Blue Bell Ice Cream that encourages donations for wildlife conservation. Pepsi Next will also be distributing free samples to help keep visitors refreshed on July 7 & 8 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.


“There is always so much to explore and take part in at the zoo, so for $5, it’s really a steal,” said Eric Stephens, Zoo Miami Director. “Each visit is like a whole new experience.”


To help plan the perfect visit, Zoo Miami has launched a handy mobile application for iPhone and Android owners that equips users with a map, calendar, animal information and more. The application can be found by searching for Zoo Miami in the App Store or Android Marketplace. Free Wi-Fi is also offered in four large, convenient locations throughout the zoo.

For the whole Zoo Miami experience, guests should plan to explore the new Playworld Playground for some wet and wild fun for the kids. If visiting on a weekend, the Hippo Slide, the world’s largest inflatable water slide, is open to the public for a seriously slippery experience.


Along the way, the Samburu Giraffe Feeding Station allows visitors to get up close and personal with a giraffe’s 14-inch tongue for a few bucks. Guests can also feed our Indian rhinoceroses, hop on for a camel ride or choose from the many different ways to travel through the zoo to view and learn about all our animals.


The special and limited $5 admission days are available only from July 4-8 and cannot be combined with any other offer or promotion.


Zoo Miami is located at 12400 SW 152 Street; Miami, FL 33177. General Zoo Admission is: $15.95 per Adult and $11.95 per Child (3-12), plus tax.  Children under two, Zoo members and parking are free. Zoo Miami’s hours are 9:30 am-5:30 pm; ticket booths close at 4 pm.  For more information please visit www.zoomiami.org or call 305-251-0400.

Experience Miami's Best Yoga Studios with the Passport to Prana Program

Passport to Prana founder, YuMee Chung

Passport to Prana is an innovative, new multi-studio yoga passport so Miami's visitors and residents alike can explore the world of yoga without breaking the bank!

The $30 Passport to Prana card entitles Passport-holders to one yoga class at each of the 22 participating studios in Miami and the Miami area. With the average yoga class costing about $15, the potential savings are tremendous. This steal-of-a-deal makes it fun and easy for Miami visitors and residents to find the perfect style of yoga, whether they are seasoned yogis or brand new to the practice.

The Passport to Prana Card

The concept was conceived in 2005 by YuMee Chung, a former securities lawyer who switched careers to become a yoga instructor.

“Our goal with Passport to Prana was to find a way to make yoga truly accessible to everyone,” she explained. “With its rise to popularity over the past few years, the cost of yoga has skyrocketed, effectively making it a luxury for most. Passport to Prana gives everyone, including absolute beginners, a great way to try out the yoga studios where they live, work and play, no matter what their income level, age, or level of fitness.”

An online yoga portal is also part of the program. Anyone who purchases a Passport to Prana will receive an electronic card that will be processed by the yoga studio just before class. The yogi can log onto their Passport to Prana profile at www.passporttoprana.com to track everything from class attendance to passport information in real time. Studio listings, maps, contact information, up-to-date class schedules, special discounts and fun contests are also available, making it a must-stop spot for any yoga lover in the city!

Like all Passports, this one has an expiration date. Miami Passports are good for one year after activation and are available for purchase at www.passporttoprana.com and select participating studios. See the full list of participating studios here.

The program was originally launched in Toronto, Canada and has spread quickly across Canada and into the U.S., with programs currently running in cities including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, San Francisco, Seattle and Tampa. The program will be coming to other U.S. cities later this year.

For more information about Passport to Prana, or to purchase a Passport, visit www.passporttoprana.com.

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Don't Miss this Amazing Cyber Monday Deal from Miami Seaquarium

Miami Seaquarium is offering amazing Cyber Monday deals on some of their best interactive attractions. Get up close and personal with the dolphins or swim amongst coral reefs and other marine life without even getting your hair wet! These deals are good today only, so don't hesitate! 

• Dolphin Odyssey: $134 (Reg. 199)
• Dolphin Encounter-Adult: $94 (Reg. $139)
• Dolphin Encounter-Child: $68 (Reg. $99)
• Sea Trek Reef Encounter: $59 (Reg. $99)

For more information on these amazing Cybe Monday deals, please visit www.miamiseaquarium.com/cybermonday.

Dolphin Odyssey

Star off by learning about these magnificent marine mammals in an interactive and educational classroom presentation before putting on a wetsuit for the fun-filled, deep water interaction with a dolphin.

Each Dolphin Odyssey participant will have the opportunity to kiss, hug, dance and get up-close to these friendly mammals. Participants will also have the chance to get a dolphin ride across the pool! 

For program details click here, to make reservations please call 305-365-2501 to speak to speak to a reservations specialist. Participants in this program must be 52 inches or taller.

Dolphin Encounter

This fun-filled shallow water program is a great way for young and old alike to have an unforgettable experience with a dolphin. The program begins with an informative classroom session to gain insight into these intelligent and fun-loving mammals. Next, wade into the water for an unforgettable shallow water experience with a dolphin.

Participants can touch, feed, play with a dolphin, and even learn what its like to train a dolphin, getting up-close and personal like never before. 

Children age 5 and up can participate in the Dolphin Encounter program, so its great family fun. Children age 5-9 must be accompanied by an adult or older sibling participating in the program. Don't miss the chance of a lifetime to learn and interact with the dolphins at Dolphin Harbor!

For program details click here, to make reservations please call 305-365-2501 to speak to a reservations specialist.

Sea Trek Reef Encounter

The Sea Trek Reef Encounter is a helmet diving experience that allows guests to become one with the park's reef aquarium, while moving in ethereal slow motion in a near zero gravity diving system.

"Sea Trekking," developed by Sub Sea Systems, Inc., can be experienced by non-divers, ages 10 and above; no certification or swimming skills are necessary. In the magnificent Reef Aquarium at Miami Seaquarium participants may Sea Trek as deep as 15 feet under the "sea" to swim with more than 3,000 fish and 80 different species of marine life.

The Sea Trek Reef Encounter at Miami Seaquarium is approximately 90 minutes, including an orientation session. 

Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits.

General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $38.95 and $28.95 for children (ages 3-9). More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com. Like Miami Seaquarium on Facebook.

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Fashion's Night Out Invades Miami TONIGHT!

Fashion's Night Out is a global initiative, sponsored by Vogue magazine and the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA). The first event took place in New York City in 2009 as a means to encourage consumers to shop and support the fashion industry during the tough economic climate.


In 2010 the event expanded, taking place in Australia, Brazil, China, London, Paris, Berlin, Greece, India, Milan, Portugal, Russia, Spain, South Korea, Taiwan and Turkey!


This year's event takes place on Sept. 8 at several Miami shopping meccas, with giveaways, events, runway shows, designer appearances, and more! 

Don't miss out on these amazing Fashion's Night Out events:

Aventura Mall

The sketch that will be featured on the
Tote Bag. (Design by student fashion
designer Melanie Figueroa Nieves)

More than 75 stores will offer everything from live music to discounts, gifts with purchase and other promotions. The first 150 shoppers who show same day receipts for more than $150 in the mall will receive a special Fashion’s Night Out tote bag at the MasterCard concierge desk.


A runway fashion show and exhibit, "Decades of Passion for Fashion," created with celebrity stylist Danny Santiago of "Sex and the City" and "Sex and the City 2," will begin at 7 p.m. in the mall’s fountain court.

Stylist Danny Santiago (center)

Macy’s will have a fall fashion presentation hosted by Jill Zarin of "The Real Housewives of New York" at 6:30 p.m. The first 100 shoppers who spend $50 or more at Macy’s can meet Zarin, receive her autographed picture and get a complimentary cosmetics clutch.


Aventura Mall is located at 19501 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura. For more information please contact 305-935-1110 or visit www.aventuramall.com and Facebook. Please see this link for more information about the Fashion's Night Out event at Aventura Mall.

Village of Merrick Park

Beginning at 6 p.m., the mall will host events including music by DJ Ess & Emm, complimentary cocktails, light bites and informal modeling. Shoppers can enjoy a photo booth session with a $25 purchase from any retailer.


More than 40 stores are participating with food, drink, discounts, gifts with purchase or performances.
Neiman Marcus is planning a major event, in partnership with Ocean Drive Magazine, including a fall trends fashion show on an elevated runway, music by DJ Rascal, complimentary ping pong, a "Bordeaux Beauty Bar" with mini-manicures, a photo booth, and Grey Goose cocktails from the professional mixologists at some of Miami's finest restaurants: Soho Beach House, Sra. Martinez, Sustain restaurant + bar, and STK.


“We wanted to really do it up this year,’’ said Neiman Marcus Coral Gables spokeswoman Katharine Rubino.


Nordstrom will also celebrate, offering specialty cocktails at an open "mega-bar," informal modeling, and the chance to enter to win a $500 shopping spree.


Village of Merrick Park is located at 358 San Lorenzo Ave, Coral Gables. For more information please contact 305-529-0200 or visit www.villageofmerrickpark.com and Facebook. Please see this link for more information about the Fashion's Night Out event at Village of Merrick Park. 

The Falls

The open-air mall will have a special welcome tent featuring fashion vignettes, cosmetics demonstrations, hors d’oeuvres from Macy’s Taste Bar and cocktails by Blue Martini Kendall.
Various stores will participate, including Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Aéropostale, Banana Republic, Brighton Collectibles, Brooks Brothers, Caché, Flip Flop Shops, Francesca’s Collections, Nine West, Norka and Pac Sun. 


The Falls is located at 8888 SW 136 Street, Miami. For more information please contact 305-255-4570 or visit www.shopthefalls.com and Facebook. Please see this link for more information about the Fashion's Night Out event at The Falls. 

Bal Harbour Shops

Neiman Marcus is partnering with Plum Miami Magazine to host a fall trends fashion show, with music by DJ Affect, bites by Il Mulino New York, Texas de Brazil and Divine Delicacies Cakes and lipstick portraits by Lipstick Artists.


Chloe is hosting an event with champagne and music from DJ Johnny the Boy. A Polaroid instant mobile printer will be available to link to shoppers’ cameras or smart phones, to print shots of fashion or partygoers.


"We’d love for people to come and have fun with us and enjoy their time," said Jose Manrique, store manager for Chloe at Bal Harbour.


Yves Saint Laurent will offer champagne and gourmet macaroons. The store is donating 15 percent of the evening’s proceeds to the Bass Museum of Art.


Fendi will donate 20 percent of proceeds from the evening’s purchases to the Wolfsonian-FIU.


Bal Harbour Shops is located at 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour (Miami). For more information please contact 305-866-0311 or visit www.balharbourshops.com and Facebook. Please see this link for more information about the Fashion's Night Out event at Bal Harbour. 

Design District

At least 13 retailers will participate in the evening’s activities, including The Webster at Luminaire, Marni, Maison Martin Margiela, Duncan Quinn, Anya Ponorovskaya, En Avance, Tomas Maier, Kiliwatch Miami, Nectar de Stagni, Sebastien James, Turchin Love & Light Collection, I on the District and Y-3.


Shoppers also can enjoy complimentary Grey Goose cocktails at Oak Plaza on 39th Street. And there will be live musical performances by Agape and Artofficial from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Palm Court, said Anna Williams, vice president of marketing for Dacra, developers of the Design District.


The Design District is located between North 36th Street to the south, North 43rd Street to the north, West First Avenue to the west and Biscayne Boulevard to the east (please see this map). For more information please contact 305-531-8700 or visit www.miamidesigndistrict.net and Facebook. Please see this link for more information about the Fashion's Night Out event in the Design District. 


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Florida Residents Dive Into Dolphin Interaction Deal This September At Miami Seaquarium

Sunshine state residents are in for a special dolphin deal. Starting September 6 through December 16, Florida residents will enjoy 30 percent off all dolphin interaction programs at Dolphin Harbor at Miami Seaquarium.


With this special offer, the Dolphin Odyssey program is $134 plus tax per person (regularly $199 plus tax) and the Dolphin Encounter program is $94 plus tax per person (regularly $139 plus tax). Children 5 through 9 can participate in the Dolphin Encounter program for the discounted price of $68 plus tax (regularly $99 plus tax).


Dolphin Harbor, home to thirteen Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins and the park’s dolphin interaction programs, features a 12,000 square foot, 700,000 gallon dolphin pool surrounded by an 8,000 square foot facility that includes a reception area, education seminar room, changing facilities and rest rooms. 


Dolphin Harbor offers guests two different dolphin interaction programs.  Dolphin Odyssey is a two-hour experience, which includes feeding, touching and learning about these magnificent animals plus the opportunity for a deep-water interaction with a dolphin. Guests must be at least 52 inches tall to participate in the Dolphin Odyssey program.


Dolphin Encounter is the newer program that allows guests to wade out into the pool and have a shallow water experience meeting the dolphins. The two-hour program features an educational seminar and the chance to feed and touch a dolphin as well as learn about dolphin training techniques. Dolphin Encounter participants must be at least five years of age and for those children under 9 years, an older sibling or adult must accompany the child as a participant.


Expectant mothers are not allowed to participate in dolphin interaction programs. Program fees include one day’s admission to the park. The Florida Resident special offer is valid from September 6 to December 16, 2011. Proof of Florida residency is required. For more information or to make a reservation please call 305-365-2501 or visit this website.


Miami Seaquarium is located at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, on Virginia Key in beautiful Key Biscayne. For more information please see www.miamiseaquarium.com.


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Miami Seaquarium's "Give $4, Save 40%" Offer Allows Guests to Save While Benefiting Florida Wildlife

Miami Seaquarium announces the return of the Give $4, Save 40% offer, which gives guests the opportunity to donate to their favorite charities and receive a 40% savings on admission to Miami Seaquarium. Following the success of last year’s promotion, which raised more than $34,000 in donations for wildlife related charities affected by the BP Oil Spill, this year’s promotion will benefit Florida Wildlife charities.

The offer starts on August 15 and runs until September 30. To participate visit www.miamiseaquarium.com.com for a donation form.

“Community involvement is one of the building blocks on which Miami Seaquarium was founded,” commented Andrew Hertz, general manager. “We are happy this year to be joining our guests in giving by continuing this hugely successful program that will raise much needed funds for these worthy non-profits.”

Guests may choose from one of the following charities: Sea to Shore Alliance (manatees), Sea Turtle Conservancy, R.J. Dunlap Marine Conservation Program (Shark Research and Conservation) and Pelican Harbor Seabird Station (Seabird Rescue & Rehabilitation).

Sea to Shore Alliance (Sea2Shore) is a Florida-based nonprofit founded by world-renowned manatee expert Dr. James “Buddy” Powell. Through research, education, and conservation, Sea2Shore works to improve the health and productivity of coastal environments for the endangered species and human livelihoods that depend on them. Their project areas are broad but they all focus on one of three key species: manatees, sea turtles, and right whales. Their research specialties range from satellite tagging and tracking of rehabilitated manatees to teaching coastal residents simple activities that protect nesting sea turtles and their hatchlings to broad scale assessment of critical marine habitats. Sea2Shore combines the technical expertise of trained ecologists and biologists with the passion and enthusiasm of citizen volunteers to educate the public, protect endangered species and conserve our coastal environments.

Founded in Florida in 1959 by renowned ecologist and sea turtle expert Dr. Archie Carr, the Sea Turtle Conservancy (formerly Caribbean Conservation Corporation) was the first organization in the world formed specifically to study and protect sea turtles and their nesting habitats. STC has over 50 years experience in national and international sea turtle research, education and conservation endeavors. The group's mission is to protect sea turtles and associated marine wildlife worldwide, with an emphasis on Florida and Caribbean. To achieve its mission, STC uses research, habitat protection, public education, community outreach, networking and advocacy as its basic tools. The group is world renowned for its successful, long-term sea turtle protection programs in Florida, Costa Rica, Panama and Bermuda. In Florida, STC is the leading sea turtle and coastal conservation group and has spearheaded efforts to establish and protect the Archie Carr National Wildlife Refuge (the most important sea turtle nesting beach in the United States) and other critical sea turtle nesting sites in South Florida.

The mission of R.J. Dunlap Marine Conservation Program (RJD) is to foster STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) literacy and advance marine conservation by conducting cutting edge scientific research and involving graduate, undergraduate and high school students through hands-on field and virtual learning experiences.

RJD research and STEM activities will expose students and teachers from across the globe to the importance of the ocean and terrestrial environments in their daily lives. They will be made aware of the threats facing our oceans and coasts and to the solutions for conservation. Education opportunities will be made especially for those in land-locked communities as well as those from under-served populations.

Pelican Harbor Seabird Station is a nonprofit wildlife rehabilitation center serving the greater Miami area. The Seabird Station has been rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing sick, injured and orphaned wildlife for 31 years. While the Seabird Station accepts all native wildlife, it is most famous for its work with brown pelicans.

Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year.  The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $38.95 and $28.95 for children (ages 3-9). More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com.

Miami Seaquarium is an accredited member of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums, an international organization committed to the care and conservation of marine mammals. Accreditation by the Alliance means this facility meets or exceeds all the standards of excellence for marine mammal care, husbandry, conservation and education.

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Back to School Fun Fest Returns to Dolphin Mall During Florida's Tax-Free Shopping Weekend, Aug. 12-14

Dolphin Mall will usher in the new school year with the annual Back to School Fun Fest on Saturday, Aug. 13 from noon-5pm at the center’s Ramblas Plaza area (Entrance 3). Dolphin Mall’s Back to School’s Fun Fest includes special character sing-a-long shows, magic show, musical entertainment, face painters, games, hula hoop contests, balloons, giveaways and more.

The event coincides with Florida's Back To School tax-free shopping weekend, which takes place Aug. 12-14. For more information please see the official website.

Dolphin Mall will distribute an exclusive back to school deal flyer at the event featuring discounts as well as provide a free backpack with a purchase of $250 or more. Customers must present same-day receipts totaling $250 or more at the information booth located in Ramblas Plaza to receive a free backpack. Customers can take advantage of the special backpack offer Aug. 1-21. (While supplies last; limit one backpack per customer.)

“We are thrilled to bring back our annual festivities during the Back to School Sales Tax Holiday,” said Madelyn Bello Calvar, marketing & sponsorship director for Dolphin Mall. “The three day sales-tax holiday provides families with valuable savings on school supplies, books, clothing and more.”

Dolphin Mall’s Back to School Fun Fest’s list of stores, rules and restrictions are available at Dolphin Mall’s information booth located at Ramblas near Entrance 3 and also via the website, www.shopdolphinmall.com.

Dolphin Mall is an enclosed value retail/entertainment/dining destination with 240 retailers, restaurants and entertainment options.  It is located at 11401 NW 12 St., just five miles west of Miami International Airport, where the Dolphin Expressway and the Florida Turnpike intersect. Shoppers can access the mall by taking Exit 27 off the Florida Turnpike.

Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday 10am-9pm, and Sundays 11am-8pm, with extended hours in the Ramblas entertainment area.  Preview the stores, the styles and the savings at www.shopdolphinmall.com.

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Miami Spa Month Spotlights the Best of the Best in Luxurious Pampering

The Spa at Viceroy Miami

Miami is known for luxury! The Magic City has the finest in everything from nightlife to restaurants and shopping. Miami also has spas that rank among some of the best in the nation, and are the favorites of spa connoisseurs from all corners of the globe.

Try out a service in one, or indulge in services from all of them during Miami Spa Month, which runs July 1-August 31. Now in its fourth year, Miami Spa Month allows spa-goer’s a chance to try out select $99 services at many of Miami's premier spas.

The Turkish-style Hamam at The Standard Spa

The following spas are featuring Miami Spa Month promotional services:

In Miami Beach...

· Agua Spa at Mondrian South Beach
· Agua at Delano
· Bliss South Beach, W South Beach
· Canyon Ranch Wellness Spa, Canyon Ranch Hotel & Spa Miami Beach
· Elemis Spa at Loews Miami Beach Hotel
· ELLE Spa, Eden Roc A Renaissance Beach Resort
· Lapis, the Spa at Fontainebleau
· The Ritz-Carlton Spa, South Beach
· TheSpaAtDavidBartonGym, Gansevoort Miami Beach
· The Spa. at The Setai
· Spa at Shore Club
· Spa V, Hotel Victor
· The Standard Spa, Miami Beach
· Uhma Organic Spa 

In North Miami...

· Emena Spa
· The Spa at Doral, Doral Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort
· Spa at Shula’s, Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club
· The Spa at Equinox, in the Aventura Mall
· Willow Stream Spa, Fairmont Turnberry Isle
· ESPA at Acqualina, Acqualina Resort and Spa on the Beach
· Aquanox Spa, Trump International Beach Resort Miami
· Seven Seas Spa & Salon, Newport Beachside Resort
· The Spa at Marenas Resort
· The Spa at One Bal Harbour

In South Miami...

· Biltmore Spa, Biltmore Hotel
· The Boutique Spa, the Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove
· Elemis Spa at The Village of Merrick Park
· Exhale Mind Body Spa, EPIC Hotel
· Jurlique Spa at the Mayfair Hotel
· mySpa Miami, InterContinental Miami
· Rik Rak Salon & Spa at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami
· The Ritz-Carlton Spa Key Biscayne, Miami
· RockResorts Spa at Tempo Miami
· The Spa at Conrad Miami
· Spa at Grove Isle, Grove Isle Hotel & Spa
· Spa at Mandarin Oriental, Miami
· The Spa at Viceroy Miami

The Ritz-Carlton Spa, South Beach

For a complete list of the services offered at these spas please visit the official Miami Spa Month site.

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June is Miami Romance Month – Take Part in All Things Romantic in the Magic City

Love is in the air this June during Miami Romance Month! Whether you’re getting engaged, having a bachelor/ette party, tying the knot, planning a commitment ceremony, going on your honeymoon or celebrating an anniversary – Miami is the perfect match. Celebrate Miami Romance Month this June – featuring money-saving romantic deals for all, a chance to win a Miami Dream Wedding, a stunning Bridal Showcase and romance articles for inspiration.

Romance Special Offers
Take advantage of tempting special offers and great deals at Miami’s top romantic spots including lavish dinners, perfect venues and exclusive hotel packages. Some of Miami's best destinations – including the Delano, the Biltmore, the Mandarin Oriental, Miami Culinary Tours, World Erotic Art Museum, Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, Deering Estate, The Falls, Eden Roc Renaissance, The Standard, Chart House, the Ritz-Carlton – all have amazing promotions going on during Miami Romance Month!

Dream Wedding Contest
Ready for romance? Enter to win the Marry Me in Miami Dream Wedding Contest. Five lucky couples will compete on June 22 on Miracle Mile in Coral Gables to win a Miami wedding or commitment ceremony valued at approximately $150,000 at the luxurious Biltmore Hotel.

Bridal Showcase
Meet vendors that can help make your wedding perfect and enjoy a Bridal Fashion Show at the Westin Colonnade, located at 180 Aragon Ave. in Coral Gables. Event takes place June 19 from noon to 4pm. For more information, please email romance@gmcvb.com.


Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams or an anniversary celebration that will leave friends and family talking for the next decade, you need to visit the Miami Romance & Wedding Showcase.

This special day will feature an array of wedding vendors at one of Coral Gables’ most elegant hotels, the Westin Colonnade. Come see the Colonnade’s beautiful marble rotunda and sweeping staircase – a favorite wedding venue for brides from near and far.

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Miami Seaquarium’s “White Hot” Promotion Continues - Fans Will Receive 40% Off Admission Throughout NBA Finals

As the Miami Heat take on the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, the Miami Seaquarium is offering Heat fans a “White Hot” deal on admission to the park. Miami Heat fans who visit the park during the NBA Finals will receive a 40% discount on admission--and the discount will increase if The Miami Heat conquer the NBA Championship.

From left: Chris Bosh, Dwyane
Wade & Lebron James of the
2011 NBA Finalist Miami Heat

Discounted admission will be available as follows:

-NBA Finals: Heat fans wearing Miami Heat gear will receive a 40% discount on admission to the park throughout the NBA Finals.

-If the Miami Heat Win: Fans wearing Heat gear will receive 50% discount on admission. Offer expires on June 30, 2011.

Discount admission offer is valid only for Heat Fans wearing Heat Gear. The Heat Fan must mention the Heat offer prior to admission purchase at Miami Seaquarium ticket booth. Offer may not be combined with other discounts or for annual pass purchase. For more information please call 305-361-5705, Ext. 225. The Miami Seaquarium is located at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, on Virginia Key in Key Biscayne.

The Miami Seaquarium's Orca Show 

The Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $38.95 and $28.95 for children ages 3-9. More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com.  Don't forget to Like the Miami Seaquarium on Facebook.

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Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Celebrates Hard Rock International’s 40th Anniversary with One-of-a-Kind Guest Offerings

As Hard Rock International celebrates its 40th anniversary, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood will honor the occasion by rolling out one-of-a-kind offerings that bring authentic music and rock ‘n’ roll experiences to life for guests. The party got started across the globe on May 18, when Hard Rock International began hosting 40 Days That Rock. Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos around the world will kick-off local market events, parties and promotions celebrating the momentous birthday.

The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

South Florida’s favorite entertainment destination will be offering a "Sleep like a Rock Star" package, the chance to win an autographed Foreigner guitar and will be celebrating in Hard Rock Café all month long with “Monday, Monday” meals for $40, a Founders' Day party on June 14 and more.

Sleep Like a Rock Star

Surround yourself with the sights and sounds of all that is classic! Stay at the Hard Rock any time before June 26 and you can “Sleep Like a Rock Star!” The two night/three day package for $440 includes:
-Deluxe accommodations for 2 nights/3 days (Sunday-Thursday). Not available during special events, blackout dates or holidays
-Two (2) $40 spa credits at Body Rock Spa
-Hard Rock Cafe “40th Anniversary” merchandise (each room will receive a piece of 40th merchandise, one per room)
-$40 food credit to Hard Rock Café
-$40 food credit to choice of Blue Plate, Council Oak or Beach Club
 (*Subject to availability and change. Not valid in conjunction with any other offer. Reservation for this package must be made in advance and length of stay requirements apply. Taxes, in-room charges and gratuities are extra.)

A Kick-Axe Foreigner Autographed Guitar Giveaway

Hard Rock has rocked hard in Hollywood for seven years, but rocked the world for 40 years! Celebrate 40 Days That Rock with a hot seat promotion that will have you strumming along to the classics in no time! Each day through June 26 at 9:30 p.m., one lucky person actively playing at the selected seat will be eligible to win an autographed guitar from rock legends Foreigner. (Limit one prize per player per day.  Winners must be able to produce their Player’s Club card and photo ID to the drawing official at the time of the hot seat drawing or the prize will be forfeited. If no one is sitting at the randomly selected hot seat, additional hot seat locations will be drawn until the prize is properly claimed. Prizes are non-transferable.)

Hard Rock Café Offers Dine-in Specials, Free Breakfast and Hits a Home Run for Kids

The Hard Rock Café

“Monday, Monday” - You don’t have to be a Mama or Papa to enjoy our "Monday, Monday" dine-in special. From May 23-June 20, enjoy a Monday meal for two for just $40. Meals for two include one appetizer, two entrees, two soft drinks and one dessert for $40. (Tax and gratuity not included.)

Founder’s Day Specials – Available June 14, 2011 Only 

“They Say It’s Your Birthday” – Celebrate with us on June 14 and enjoy a complimentary breakfast! (*Limited space. Offer is extended to the first 150 guests on a first-come, first-served basis.)

“71 Cent Legendary Burgers” – Hard Rock Café Hollywood will partake in the $.71 Legendary Burgers, offering this legendary burger collection to 22,000 employees of the Memorial Healthcare System, civil servants, government officials and education specialists.

“Take me out to the Ballgame” – Hard Rock Café Hollywood celebrates Founder’s Day with philanthropic partner, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital/Memorial Foundation. Executive committee members will take part in an all day celebration by donating their time as servers. All the tips that are collected will be donated back to the Memorial Foundation for the building of the new Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.  In addition, Hard Rock Café will also hold a silent auction benefiting the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.


“Lovely Rita” – Female servers will go back in time to 1971 when white dresses were the uniform and a lovely lady by the name of Rita Gilligan came into our lives. Each female server will be dressed in their white uniform, white apron and red wig honoring Hard Rock’s first server, Ms. Rita Gilligan.


“The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood is thrilled to be a part of this incredible global 40th anniversary celebration,” said Phil Madow, president of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood. “We invite guests to take part in our special value offers and signature events designed to bring our first-class amenities and rock ‘n’ roll experience to life.  Additionally, we’re pleased to partner locally with the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital for an interactive and entertaining charitable community initiative.”


To learn more about the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood’s offerings or the global 40 Days That Rock 40th anniversary celebration, visit www.hardrockhotels.com.

The gaming area inside the casino

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino invites everyone to PLAYHARD! Play, stay, dine, and shop at South Florida’s ultimate entertainment destination. Over ninety tables offer Blackjack, Baccarat, Mini-Baccarat, Pai Gow Poker, Three Card Poker, Texas Hold’em Bonus Poker, Casino War and Let it Ride on a nearly three-acre casino floor. There are also 2,500 Vegas-style slots including the Native-American Casino linked Multi-Area Progressive Jackpots and Mega Jackpots. Separate high-limit rooms for table games and slots, in addition to a non-smoking room are available for guests to enjoy. Loyal Player’s Club members may enjoy an exclusive VIP Plum Lounge and VIP Chef’s Table show kitchen. Convene in The Poker Room at Seminole Paradise for various games and tournaments of Limit and No Limit Texas Hold ‘em, 7-Card Stud and two dollar and four dollar limit Omaha Hi Lo games.

Seminole Paradise
Featuring Shops, Restaurants, Night Clubs, Bars & More!

Located inside the casino is Hard Rock Café Hollywood, part of Hard Rock’s 134 globally recognized rock ‘n roll themed restaurants. The Green Lodging Certified by the State of Florida, AAA, Four Diamond rated resort showcases 500 luxurious guest rooms, 17 restaurants and lounges, 40,000-square-feet of meeting room space, Body Rock spa, 23 boutique shops, 12 nightclubs, Paradise Live, a 400- seat theatre and Hard Rock Live, a 5,500- seat concert arena.


Located on State Road 7 (U.S. 441) in Hollywood, Florida. Take I-95, exit Stirling Rd. and travel west to 1 Seminole Way. For more information, call 954-327-ROCK, 1-800-937-0010 or visit us online at www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com or on Facebook.   


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