Sarasota, once known as a quiet Gulf Coast retreat, has become one of Florida’s most dynamic real estate markets. A surge of high-profile entrepreneurs, CEOs, and wealth migration after the pandemic has reshaped the city, drawing national attention for its rapid growth and elevated lifestyle offerings. Favorable tax policies, year-round sunshine, and a coastline of postcard-worthy views have made Sarasota a destination not only for seasonal residents but for those seeking a permanent base to live, work, and invest. The…

JW Marriott Water Street: A Convention Center Hotel Designed for Connection In the heart of Tampa’s Water Street, the JW Marriott stands as a benchmark for convention center hotels, designed to bring people together while elevating the city’s skyline. Completed by Nichols Architects, the hotel has quickly become a destination for conferences and industry events, seamlessly blending hospitality with the needs of professionals gathering to shape the future of their fields. This year, the JW Marriott Water Street will again…

Miami Spa Months returns for its 18th year, offering locals and visitors up to 50% premier wellness treatments across more than 30 spas from July 1 to Aug. 31. Here’s our favorite picks: AWAY Spa at W South Beach AWAY Spa at the W South Beach, designed by Nichols Architects, invites guests to a serene retreat within its expansive 9,540 square foot sanctuary, perfectly poised along Miami’s iconic shoreline. This season’s curated Miami Spa Months menu offers everything from soothing Sole…

On the selection by Flamingo Magazine, decked-out hot dogs, exclusive clubs, mom-and-pop grocery shops and more are highlighted as fresh Florida openings. Opal Sol, Clearwater Beach There’s a new fixture making a splash on Clearwater Beach. Opal Sol, the sister property of Opal Sands, has recently opened its sleek doors for guests to stay—and play—on its Gulf-front property. Both designed by Nichols Architects, all accommodations, from studios to three-bedroom suites, have a balcony with an oceanfront view, and some include…

The Four Seasons will make its South Carolina debut in 2028. The legendary hospitality brand will bring 139 luxury guest rooms and 36 branded homes to Charleston’s picturesque historic district. Beyond elegant accommodations, the eight-story Four Seasons Hotel and Residences Charleston will add four new restaurants and bars to the city’s much-lauded culinary scene, plus an outdoor pool with private cabanas and 7,000 square feet of event spaces. Hotel guests and residents will also have access to a full-service spa with treatment rooms and…