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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Spa Week Presents Affordable $50 Treatments, Promoting Lifetime Wellness for All

Approximately 143 million people went to the spa last year, and the number one reason was to reduce stress and relax, according to research by the International Spa Association. The most popular, sought after services, massages, facials and body treatments, are also the most expensive.

That’s where Spa Week comes in. Since 2004 Spa Week has allowed millions to take advantage of the healing benefits of the spa with its biannual, signature $50 treatments. Moving into its 15th installation, Spa Week will continue to bring the most innovative and wellness-focused services at an affordable cost to deserving consumers across the U.S.

From October 10-16, hundreds of day spas, medical spas, resort spas, yoga and Pilates studios and other health and fitness centers will offer 2-3 exclusive services for a discounted price of just $50 each. As always, Spa Week works with some of the most prominent, trusted names in the industry and is responsible for educating spa-goers on how to incorporate specific treatments into their lifelong health regiments.

Participating spas include:

Broward County

• Allure Day Spa
• Atlantic Resort & Spa
• JenCare Skin Farm Day Spa
• Macy's Salon & Spa
• Massage Envy Miramar Square / Miami Lakes
• Red Door Lifestyle Spa at Hyatt Regency Bonaventure-Weston
• Red Door Spa - Fort Lauderdale
• Soleil Spa at Palm Aire
• Stonewater Spa & Boutique

Miami-Dade County

• Acqualina Spa By ESPA
• BodySense - Holistic Spa & Wellness Center
• Clarins Skin Spa at Bloomingdale's
• Clarins Skin Spa at Bloomingdale's
• Clarins Skin Spa at Nordstrom
• Exhale-Miami
• mySpa at InterContinental Miami
• Seven Seas Spa & Salon
• The Maercks Institute
• The Palms Hotel & Spa
• The Spa at Shula's
• The Standard Spa, Miami Beach
• Vida Day Spa & Wellness Center

From acne zapping laser-facials, pain alleviating trigger-point massages, and meditating yoga classes to nutritional counseling sessions, Spa Week offers an experience specific to the unique wellness needs of everyone. The highly anticipated Fall 2011 Event will feature the most contemporary and cutting-edge services available to help jump-start and maintain optimal health.

In order to take advantage of Spa Week, consumers should register on SpaWeek.com for exclusive information on participating spas and their $50 services. Spas will book quick, so it is recommended that spa-goers sign up in advance and book their appointments immediately.

Since its inception, Spa Week’s goal is to open up the spa industry to the masses by making the spa lifestyle available to everyone, and its Spring and Fall Events have proven to be so successful that well more than one million affordable spa treatments have been booked and enjoyed by consumers across North America.

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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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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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Unique Yoga+Music Fest "Wanderlust" Comes to Miami Beach's The Standard

Where can you do beach yoga with the country’s most beautiful instructors? Sun Salutation to Pink Floyd by the pool? Get your dance on to DJ sets immediately after a Detox facial?

Meet Wanderlust, the nation’s fastest growing (and only one of its kind) music + yoga festival—kicking off its 2011 season at The Standard Spa, March 17-20.

Miami Beach's The Standard Spa provides the perfect natural backdrop for this four-day extravaganza of relaxation, rejuvenation, and fun in the sun. Whether you are looking to get centered on your yoga mat, shake your booty on the dance floor, spot celeb yogis flown in from New York for a bit of R&R, or escape the city streets for a refreshing drink by the pool, Wanderlust at The Standard Spa has it all!

Attendees can also meet the festival founders or one of the inspiring yoga teachers who will be leading the event including: Cameron Shayne, founder of Budokon (yoga-meets-martial arts practice loved by celebs including Jennifer Aniston and Malin Ackerman), Elena Brower of Vira Yoga, Schuyler Grant of the Kula Yoga Project, and Barbara Verrochi and Kristin Leigh of The Shala. They are teaming up with The Standard's own acclaimed teachers Loren Russo and Christy Nones to create the ultimate yoga weekend.

DJ Bonobo will spin some tunes at the event, while special sunset bayside performances will be provided by The Mayapuris, Shaman’s Dream, Prasanna and Garth Stevenson.

Tickets start at $750 for four days of world class yoga classes and workshops, full access to the spa and hydrotherapy baths (Hamam, Sauna, Steam Room, Mud Lounge, etc.) and a three night stay (plus a yummy healthy breakfast courtesy of Chef Mark at The Lido Restaurant + Bayside Grill).

The Standard is located at 40 Island Avenue, Miami Beach, with spectacular views of surrounding Biscayne Bay. 

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Hotel Victor and the V Spa Specials Will Make This Thanksgiving Amazing!

Indulge At Hotel Victor's Thanksgiving Celebration
This Thanksgiving, break away from tradition and celebrate with family and friends in South Beach. Hotel Victor's exclusive restaurant, BICE, has prepared a vast array of delectable dishes, certain to engage all the senses. An exceptional menu has been created just for the occasion. The menu includes the following incredible items:

• Creamy Pumpkin Soup, served with seared scallops, toasted hazelnuts and a sprinkle of amaretto cookie
• Honey Roasted Ham, served with caramelized pineapple, juniper berries and maraschino cherries
• Homemade Ravioli stuffed with grana padano cheese, ricotta and roasted pumpkin.
• Roasted Turkey stuffed with specialty meats, dry fruits and pine nuts, served with sweet potato puree.
• Warm Pumpkin Pie, served with pistachio ice cream and chocolate fudge.

In addition, a special Chef Tasting menu will be offered for only $59 per person. Reservations are a must! Call 305-779-8888 to reserve a table and make this Thanksgiving surpass all others.

Book Two Spa Treatments for the Price of One!
Hotel Victor is giving spa guests another reason to count their blessings this November with its "Pumpkin Pampering" promotion. This month, spa clients can book any two pumpkin-inspired treatments for the price of one. With this offer, guests are able to choose between a body wrap with mask or a sensual massage. Patrons can give one to someone they are especially thankful for this season, and in turn, use the other on themselves for some soothing selfishness. This season's treatments are packed with pumpkin's Vitamins A and C, as well as zinc, which help exfoliate and nourish the skin.

The offer includes a complimentary champagne toast, free valet parking and access to the fitness center, pool, restaurants and bars for the remainder of the day. This unique autumn promotion runs through November 30, 2010. For more information in booking this limited time special offer, call Hotel Victor's Spa V at 305-728-6500 or book a reservation online via e-mail: vibe@hotelvictorsouthbeach.com. This offer cannot be combined with any other discount or offer and is not redeemable for cash or gift certificates. Restrictions may apply.

Hotel Victor, managed by Hyatt, is an ultra-luxurious, 88-room hotel designed by internationally renowned, Paris-based decorator Jacques Garcia located in a 1937-era property next to the former Versace mansion on Ocean Drive. Swanky interior spaces are matched by an equally stunning outdoor pool area that provides direct views of the beach below. Hotel Victor is located at 1144 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach Florida. For more information please call 305-428-1234 or log on to www.hotelvictorsouthbeach.com. Follow on Twitter: @hotel_victor and find at www.facebook.com/hotelvictor.

Treat Yourself to More than Candy This Halloween at Hotel Victor's Spa V

Surrender the senses while drifting away to a luxury world nestled beneath Ocean Drive at Hotel Victor's Spa V. In October, Spa V is offering one of three lavish services at a special price of only $99. Guests also receive complimentary champagne and free valet parking. Facilities, including the fitness center, pool, restaurant and bars, will be available to Spa V guests for the duration of the day.

Indulge in any of the following specials:

• Blood Orange Massage: De-stress and renew. The oils of blood orange, sage, rosemary, clove, lavender and cranberry soothe the spirit and detoxify the skin. The massage is topped off with a cranberry-orange organic shea butter body balm, enriched with vitamins, proteins and minerals.
• Bloody Berry Body Scrub: Invigorate your skin and senses. The Bloody Berry scrub made of strawberries, blueberries and organic sugar, exfoliates and hydrates the skin. Service includes an application of cranberry-orange organic shea butter body balm.
• Ginger-Pumpkin Facial:Trick and Treat your taste buds with a cleansing and moisturizing facial incorporating the essential oils of ginger, pumpkin and juniper berry. Increase radiance, decrease inflammation and tighten the skin.

Hotel Victor, managed by Hyatt, is an ultra-luxurious, 88-room hotel designed next to the former Versace mansion on Ocean Drive. Hotel Victor is located at 1144 Ocean Drive in Miami Beach. For more information, call 305-428-1234 or log on to www.hotelvictorsouthbeach.com. Follow on Twitter: @hotel_victor and at www.facebook.com/hotelvictor.

Miami Spa Month - Great Deals in July!

Miami is a great place to party and have fun, but it’s also the perfect place to relax! Blue skies, soothing waves, gorgeous beaches and sunshine help with all of that, but after a night of dancing til dawn, there are also lots of places to pamper sore feet and a tired complexion or just spruce up for the next big night out!  

July is Miami Spa Month, and all month long, many of the great spas in the Miami area are offering amazing treatments for only $99. Choices include a 110 minute reflexology pedicure (Emena), Swedish massage with Abhyanga scalp massage (Biltmore Spa), acupuncture (Canyon Ranch), and a 24-karat gold facial (Elemis at the Village of Merrick Park)! Other fantastic options abound at the dozens of participating spas.  A list of spas is here;  go to miamispamonth.com/participants.htm and click on each spa’s name for a detailed list of the offered delights at substantial savings. Reservations are required for most of them, so hurry before they’re all booked! 

South Beach/Miami Beach

• Agua, Delano

• Agua, Mondrian South Beach 

• Canyon Ranch Miami Beach Wellness Spa

• Elemis Spa, Loews Miami Beach Hotel

• Lapis Spa, Fontainebleau Miami Beach

• The Palms Spa, The Palms Hotel & Spa 

• The Ritz-Carlton Spa

• Spa 101, Hilton Bentley Miami/South Beach

• TheSpaAtDavidBartonGym, Gansevoort Miami Beach

• Spa at The Setai 

• Spa at The Shore Club

• Spa Suites at Eden Roc

• Spa V, Hotel Victor

• The Standard Spa, Miami Beach

• Uhma Organic Spa 

Aventura, Design District, Doral, Miami Lakes

• Emena Spa 

• Spa at Doral, Doral Golf Resort & Spa,  A Marriott Resort

• Spa at Shula’s, Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club

• Willow Stream Spa, Fairmont Turnberry Isle 

Brickell/Downtown, Coconut Grove, 

Coral Gables, Key Biscayne

• Biltmore Spa, Biltmore Hotel

• The Boutique Spa at The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove

• Elemis Spa at the Village of Merrick Park  

• Exhale Spa, Epic Hotel

• Jurlique Spa at Mayfair Hotel & Spa

• mySpa, Intercontinental Miami 

• The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Key Biscayne

• RockResorts Spa, Tempo

• Spa at Conrad Miami

• Spa at Grove Isle, Grove Isle Hotel & Spa 

• Spa at Icon Brickell, Viceroy Hotel Miami 

• Spa at Mandarin Oriental

Bal Harbour, Sunny Isles Beach

• Aquanox, Trump International Beach Resort

• ESPA at Acqualina, Acqualina Resort and Spa

• Spa at One Bal Harbour