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CONTENTS
7 WELCOME
47 WORK WELL Taking care of business, with pleasure
9 FEEL WELL
49 WEDDING BLISS Perfect weddings begin here
A few words from General Manager Ed Walls
Room Design, Sensory Welcome and Heavenly Bed & Bath 13 SLEEP WELL Beautiful nights, blissful mornings 17 EAT WELL Feed the body, nourish the soul 27 SPA The Heavenly Spa by Westin™ is a soothing sanctuary of calm 31 GOLF Managed by Troon Golf ®, the greens present an energizing challenge 35 TENNIS Improve your game on ten clay tennis courts 37 RECREATION Enjoy some fun and play well 41 MOVE WELL Westin WORKOUT, Run Westin, Gear Lending
52 STAYING IN TOUCH Connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Text 57 GREEN TEAM PLAYERS The Diplomat’s commitment to the environment 61 HISTORY IN THE MAKING Notable events in the 55-year history of The Diplomat 66 FASHION: AFFAIR OF THE HEART The perfect backdrop for the wedding, the reception, the honeymoon and beyond 81 HOLLYWOOD EXPRESS Hit the beaches, explore wildlife areas or see the downtown scene via the city’s trolley 85 ENJOY SOUTH FLORIDA Find history, culture, shopping, action and adventure nearby 90 WHERE TO DINE Diplomat dining DIPLOMAT MAGAZINE
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Publishing and Editorial Mark Gauert Editor & Publisher Lori Jacoby Associate Publisher Anderson Greene Art Director/ Designer
Production Slade Wentworth Production Manager Christine Palermo Print Production Manager
Elyse Ranart Fashion and Style Director
Shawn T. Lee Senior Prepress Operations Manager
Advertising
Anna Pizzoferrato Creative Designer
Valerie Feder Carol Lamadrid Account Executives
Barry Monroe Operations Manager
Kelly Baker Production Assistant
DIPLOMAT MAGAZINE IS A PUBLICATION OF CITY & SHORE MAGAZINE City & Shore is published monthly by the Sun Sentinel Co., 500 E. Broward Blvd., 9th fl oor, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33394. For your convenience, the Diplomat Magazine also is available in a digital form – just go to www.cityandshore. com and click on “our other publications.’’ Copyright © 2013 by the Sun Sentinel Co. Material may not be reproduced without written permission.
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Welcome!
We are delighted to have you as our guest at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa. Our dedicated team of
ambassadors is here to ensure that our leisure visitors and conference attendees will leave here feeling better than when they arrived. The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa is a refreshing haven with a variety of amenities to make the healthiest choices irresistible. Indulge in the calming effects of our full-service spa. Enjoy ultimate pool and beachside comfort with private cabanas, beach loungers and watersports to refresh and unwind. Play like a pro at our 18-hole championship golf course managed by Troon Golf®. Delight in the pure joys of deliciously prepared food. Every culinary craving will be satisfied with creative menus featuring sustainable locally sourced ingredients and nutritionally powered SuperFoods™. Please enjoy the Diplomat Magazine and we hope you will explore the many opportunities available to enhance your stay. The Concierge will be delighted to arrange a customized itinerary just for you. Be Well. Be Westin.
Ed Walls Ed Walls General Manager The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa
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FEEL WELL
Room Design, Sensory Welcome and Heavenly Bed & Bath
No detail has been spared to let guests of The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa know that they are about to enjoy a calming yet energizing experience from the moment they step through the lobby doors. The soothing
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scent of white tea permeates the air while ambient lighting creates an atmosphere of tranquility. Kids are greeted with a coloring book to keep them occupied and
happy as parents take care of check-in. It’s the perfect prelude to your vacation and foretells a stay filled with welcome comfort.
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REVITALIZE IN COMFORT
Beautiful nights, blissful mornings at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa
A night spent in The Heavenly Bed with its pillowtop mattress and five plush pillows is a night of blissfully restful sleep. Guests awaken in the morning refreshed and ready to greet the day, whether it’s one spent relaxing or on the go. The
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Diplomat’s standard room amenities include everything from a mini-bar refrigerator and in-room video games to 24-hour in-room dining and video checkout. Spacious marble and porcelain bathrooms feature the Heavenly
Shower, Heavenly Bath White Tea Aloe toiletries and signature robes and slippers help you unwind and reach a state of total renewal.
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ITALIAN STEAK HOUSE
Sardelli is the ideal location for all your dining and entertaining needs. From chic dinner parties, to stylish luncheons, special affairs and corporate entertaining, we have the private room for you.
Miami Herald noted Sardelli Italian Steakhouse as
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EAT WELL
Feed the body, nourish the soul at an array of dining choices, from casual pastries and coffee to four-diamond rated elegance
Dining is one of the most pleasurable indulgences you’ll
experience during your stay at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa. A host of different dining options cater to a wide range of appetites. Stop by BarSu in the hotel lobby for the freshest sushi and a creative cocktail in a lounge setting. You can satisfy your hunger on the go at ingredients (some assembly required), also located in the resort lobby,
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which offers plenty of options, from piping hot coffee and muffins to fresh, healthy sandwiches and salads and more, prepared to your specifications while you watch. (SuperFoods™ are on the menu here as well.) Drop into the Café, just off the palm-tree lined lobby, for a casual breakfast and lunch. At Rivals Waterfront Sports Grille, delicious takes on casual favorites, such as burgers and grilled flatbreads, elevate the sports-bar experience to another culinary level. The menu for Splash’s Poolside Grill & Bar was created with sun and fun in mind, so all items are designed to be enjoyed by the pool or on the beach. Before or after a round of golf, settle into the veranda at The Links Restaurant & Lounge and take in the view of the manicured greens while savoring house seafood specialties and a cool, refreshing drink. Evenings, the resort’s AAA Four Diamond-Rated steakhouse Hollywood Prime is elegant and relaxing, and the hotel’s signature restaurant. “Just as signatures are unique to each individual, Hollywood Prime’s impression Rivals Waterfront Sports Grille: Intracoastal Waterway dining, featuring 32 hi-def TVs
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BarSu: Top-shelf cocktails and a full sushi bar
stands out amongst all surrounding restaurants,” explains Hollywood Prime General Manager and award-winning sommelier Laura Romano. “Feel the indulgence yourself. Experience how we spark the palate, deliver classic ambience and provide professional service.” And Hollywood Prime does spark the palate, with beautifully presented, perfectly prepared fine cuts of beef, such as 21-day dry aged beef, as well as Long Island Duck and Rack of Lamb, Maine lobster poached in butter, swordfish loin and salmon fillet. Over the past four years, Hollywood Prime’s focus on wine and spirits has heightened, with the emphasis being placed on knowledge and offerings. The Diplomat is the proud home to more than 20 sommeliers working at all levels; their knowledge is key to optimizing your experience. Choose from more than 600 wines from around the world; or, if you prefer, Romano is happy to suggest one of the restaurant’s 50 brands of scotch or any other spirit you enjoy. In between delectable indulgences such as a dinner at Hollywood Prime, the hotel offers a SuperFoodsRx menu that features fresh, natural ingredients rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients. And The Westin is the first hotel to do so. There are 21 SuperFoods™ all together on the menu, including apples, blueberries, avocadoes, beans, garlic, wild salmon, soy, oats, pumpkin. They have been designated as SuperFoods™ because they contain high concentrations of crucial nutrients that have been proven to reverse the effects of aging and many are low in calories. Created in collaboration with doctors and nutritionists, these include such tempting options as Broiled Green Tea-Lacquered Salmon or Sautéed 20
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Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad. The SuperFoods™ are listed on menus, along with the nutritional benefits of each one and how they work together to give you energy and help you power up for the day, and they’re available on the in-room dining menu, à la carte and at the downstairs breakfast buffet.
And all that good behavior deserves a reward, so since you’re on vacation, don’t leave the Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa without indulging in a sampling of Pastry Chef Henry Martignago’s inspired pastries, cakes and desserts, from freshly baked muffins in the morning to his heavenly sweet endings. DIPLOMAT MAGAZINE
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Chef Henry Martignago’s WHITE CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKE 1 cup milk 2 egg yolks ¼ oz. gelatin sheets 2 cups heavy cream, whipped 8 oz. cream cheese 8 oz. white chocolate, melted Heat milk, temper yolks, and add dissolved gelatin. Strain, then cool until mixture mounds. Fold in beaten soft cream cheese, and then heavy cream. Pour into sweet dough lined pans.
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RESTORE THE BODY EXPAND THE MIND
The Heavenly Spa by Westin™ is a soothing sanctuary of calm
A tranquil transformation awaits at The Westin
Diplomat Resort & Spa, with a new Heavenly Spa by Westin™ set to open in early 2013. The new spa will be located on the first floor of the resort’s adjacent convention center. Next to the spa will be a new WestinWORKOUT® Gym scheduled to open at the same time. Spanning 14,000 luxurious square
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“Immerse yourself in relaxing scents, inspiring melodies and invigorating massage. A tranquil transformation awaits.”
feet with the gentle aroma of the signature White Tea scent, the spa will feature areas with oceanfront views and a Halotherapy salt steam room that enhances interior and exterior well-being. “From the moment you enter, your senses will be stimulated with graceful décor, aromatic scents and the sound of soothing waters mingled with music that touches the soul,” said The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa Manager Allicyn Hughes. Guests can enjoy a glass of fruit-infused water and light food tastings at reception as they are greeted by intuitive spa attendants who will guide them through their journey. Revitalizing massage, body and facial treatments with customized aromatherapy oils will restore the body and expand the mind. Features of the new Heavenly Spa by Westin™ at The Diplomat include:
• 10 spa treatment rooms • Luxurious Duet Room overlooking
• Halotherapy Salt Steam Room • Vichy Shower • Relaxation area featuring a Wall-of-Rain and private chaise lounges
• Spa Café, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, features SuperFood™ menu items
• Manicure & Pedicure stations • Essential aromatherapy oils, Heavenly products and GM Collin Skin Care Line
The existing Spa and Fitness Studio, located at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa’s Golf location in Hallandale Beach, will remain open for guest rejuvenation and a seamless transition. Additionally, there is a fitness center located at the Diplomat Landing on the Intracoastal Waterway, directly across from the beach resort. To book your appointment, call 954-602-6000.
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POWER UP YOUR GOLF GAME
Managed by Troon Golf®, the greens at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa present an energizing challenge
Beautifully manicured rolling greens await golfers at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, where every measure has been taken to ensure you’ll enjoy nothing less than a superior
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experience on the nearly 7,000-yard championship course managed by Troon Golf ®, the most respected company in golf course management. Carts are equipped with GPS to help you navigate the course with ease and deliver snacks and refreshments during play. Private lessons are available for individuals and groups from the hotel’s four pros. Recently, golf professional Valeria Ochoa joined the resort as Golf Sales Manager. The Golf Channel personality, who has been hitting the course since the age of 6 and competing since age 7, is a famous face in the golf world and adds another dimension to the golfing experience. In keeping with the brand’s eco-conscious green initiatives, The Diplomat received the Audubon
Cooperative Sanctuary for Golf Certification in September 2012 for its bird sanctuaries along the course, says Jamie West, Director of Golf. In addition, many of the grassy areas were replaced with flowerbeds, reducing the number of mowers that must be used to cut the grass. Fertilizing with natural formulas rather than chemical-based options has also added to the effort. “We keep the greens, tee boxes and fairways in pristine condition for our golfers,” West says. “They can’t get this kind of experience anywhere else but The Diplomat.” To schedule a tee time, call 954-883-4444
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ENERGIZE YOUR TENNIS GAME
Improve your game on ten clay tennis courts Power up your workout
on one of 10 clay tennis courts, six of which are lighted, at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa. Lessons, round robins and clinics are available for every level from novices to seasoned pros. The fullservice tennis pro shop has locker rooms, gear and tennis clothes for men and women. “We teach everyone. There are no age limits – kids or adults can learn – and there are three tennis pros on staff who provide private instruction,” says Gina Olson, the Tennis Pro Shop manager. There’s also a program that finds partners for guests. Prefer to hit the court solo? Try out the automatic tennis ball machines. To schedule court time at The Diplomat Tennis Center, call 954-883-4400.
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ENJOY SOME FUN
The Westin Destination and the Kids Club keep the whole family engaged, and gives grown-ups some away time
Savor some much-needed grown-up time while your kids are cared for and entertained by Westin Kids Club. An agenda of daily and weekly activities is given out at check-in and addresses the interests of kids ages 4-12. These may include chocolate-making sessions
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Poolside cabana rentals provide a comfortable base for the day, complete with table and chairs, loungers, patio umbrella, pitcher of tea or soda, pampering from the pool concierge and other amenities.
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with Pastry Chef Henry Martignago or painting coconuts and shells. There’s even a Kids Fast Pass Food & Beverage Bracelet available for $18 per day. On Friday nights, Kids Night Out leaves parents free to enjoy dinner for two, a spa treatment or a sunset cocktail. Other recreational options to choose from include: • Ocean kayak and Jet Ski rentals • Pontoon boat rentals • Dive-in movies • Sand-castle building competitions • Water golf • Beach games such as horseshoes, life-size checkers and bocce ball For information and reservations, call 954-602-8921
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MOVE WELL
WestinWORKOUT, Run Westin and Gear Lending
The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa
is all about wellness while traveling, which is why we offer services like our Gear Lending program. Instead of having to make space in your luggage for
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workout gear, for $5 The Diplomat will provide a New Balance tote filled with exercise gear, shoes and new socks, delivered to your room for use during your stay. The WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio’s variety of free weights and cardio machines lets you power up your workout. For guests who prefer to exercise outdoors, Runner’s World Maps with 3-mile and 5-mile jogging and walking routes are available and include tips for maximizing your experience amid the fresh air and local scenery. For a more quiet method of reviving and recharging, bring your mat down to the beach and do some yoga on the shore against a backdrop of sea and sun. 42
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WORK WELL
Taking care of business, with pleasure
Choose The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa for your next meeting and you’ll find the best of both business and pleasure combined in one property. Ranked among the top 100 meeting hotels in the United States by Cvent, the hotel offers 39 breakout meeting rooms, a 50,000-square-foot Great Hall, and
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four ballrooms that can accommodate up to 4,000 attendees. “We often book large-scale conventions for several years at a time, so The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa becomes a home away from home for those companies,” says Tiffanie Story, Director of Sales. During downtime, your group can unwind on our award-winning golf course or rejuvenate in our Heavenly Spa by Westin™. Should a group choose to do an outside event, Story can recommend resources for anything from Everglades Tours to charitable events that allow contribution to the community.
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WEDDING DAY BLISS
The perfect weddings begin at the perfect setting of The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa Weddings are a specialty
of The Diplomat. From the complimentary bridal suite where preparations take place to the choice of backdrops – the beautiful beach alongside the sparkling Atlantic Ocean, or the splendor of the Grand Ballroom with magnificent floorto-ceiling views of the Atlantic – there is a host of spaces
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A recent trend at the resort is Indian weddings. “They’re usually quite sizable and we’re fortunate to have large ballroom space available. Additionally we have the capability to provide Indian catering.” — Carolyn Horton, Director of Catering
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throughout the resort that are ideal venues for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers or more intimate ceremonies, all of which can be customized to reflect the theme or mood of the couple’s choice. Director of Catering Carolyn Horton is devoted to making the entire experience, from planning to execution, as smooth, enjoyable and memorable as possible. “Weddings are my favorite part of my job,” she says. Before coming in for an initial meeting to discuss ideas, guests can check out floor plans, menus, eBrochures and an ePlanner on the hotel’s website. Guests who want guidance or help with planning have access to a wedding planner if they would like to work with one, whether it’s to take them through the entire process or just to oversee the details at the main event. Whether you have 50 guests or 1,500, our relaxing oceanfront setting and magnificent venues are easily transformed into your dream wedding locale. Every detail – every sight, sound and flavor – is selected to reflect your individuality. Any special dietary requests can be arranged; and the resort can easily accommodate kosher weddings on site. “We have our own kosher kitchen as well as a preferred kosher caterer, Danziger Kosher Catering, a very reputable company in the community that services all of our big events,” Horton says. “On average, we service a little under 100 weddings a year, but we hope to do more in the coming years.” With the wide range of personalized services available to those who choose The Diplomat for their special day, that should be a given.
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STAYING IN TOUCH
Find us on Facebook, Twitter and watch for specials by text message
The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa is in step with guests using social media. With thousands of fans worldwide, our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WestinDiplomat) is a convenient source for upcoming events, or for browsing through photographs and posting comments about your stay. The resort also is on Twitter @WestinDiplomat and features an SMS text program you can sign up for at check-in that alerts you to daily deals at the spa, specials at the restaurants and more.
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GREEN TEAM PLAYERS
The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa’s commitment to the environment
The Diplomat has combined its concerns for the environment
with its concerns for the comfort of the resort’s guests, balancing the two perfectly. A lengthy list of Green Initiatives assures guests that the hotel is in tune with modern sustainability issues and
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doing all it can to reduce its carbon footprint. The hotel is a designated property by the Florida Green Lodging Program, which recognizes lodging facilities with a commitment to conserve and protect Florida’s natural resources. Tim Duque, the hotel’s Sustainability Champion who is also known as the “Dean of Green,” says: “We are on a mission to reduce our consumption of water using the green initiatives.” Those initiatives include water-conservation measures taken in the guestrooms, such as showerheads that reduce water pressure and result in a savings of nearly a half-million gallons annually. The new balcony furniture is 100 percent recyclable.
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Guests can take part in the “Make a Green Choice Program,” which allows them to opt out of housekeeping in exchange for discount cards they can redeem at various outlets throughout the hotel, including the restaurants. Guests even have access to a list of nearby eco-friendly attractions, such as Anne Kolb Nature Center, which offers environmental boat tours along with bicycle and hiking trails through a mangrove preserve. “Doing the right thing for the environment and for our communities is more important than ever,” says Starwood CEO Frits van Paasschen. “Our customers and owners are asking for it. Our guests expect it. And our resort’s ambassadors are passionate about it.”
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HISTORY IN THE MAKING
Notable events in the 55-year history of The Diplomat
From the day it opened in 1958 as a 750-room hotel called The Diplomat, The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa has symbolized the good life in South Florida. The best-known names in show business could be spotted on the premises,
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Sammy Davis Jr.
Jackie Gleason and Bob Hope
Joan Rivers
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Tony Bennett and Lena Horne Carol Channing
Angie Dickinson
whether they were there to perform, as Judy Garland, Sammy Davis Jr. and Liza Minnelli did back in the ’60s, or to enjoy the property as guests. In the 55 years since, the hotel has enjoyed an eventful history that has shaped the
resort it has become: luxurious yet comfortable, casual yet service-oriented, relaxing yet a memorable adventure.
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AFFAIR OF THE HEART
The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa is the perfect backdrop for the wedding, the reception, the honeymoon and beyond. Photographer: Mateo Garcia Stylist: Elyse Ranart
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Crystal-beaded silk satin gown, $3,900, veil, $45, and satin pumps, $300, all from Zola Keller, Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale. Navy blazer by Hugo Boss, $595, dress shirt by Versace, $275, and linen trousers by POLO Ralph Lauren, $98, all from Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mal
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Chiffon blouse, $158, and wide-leg trousers, $188, both from BCBG, Aventura Mall; three-button shirt, $145, from Façonnable, Aventura Mall; linen trousers by POLO Ralph Lauren, $98, from Bloomingdale’s, Aventura Mall.
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DOWNTOWN HOLLYWOOD Whiskey Tango All-American Bar & Grill
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Hit the beaches, explore wildlife areas or see the downtown scene via the city’s trolley Hollywood’s oceanfront
Broadwalk, a 2.5-mile pedestrian-only promenade, hugs the beach to the east. West Lake Park preserves the coastal mangroves to the north. And to the west, the historic downtown celebrates art and culture, food and drink, shopping and entertainment. Hollywood offers intriguing attractions in every direction, and the Hollywood Trolley makes getting to them fun and easy. Although the trolleys have a charming old-fashioned appearance, they feature a very welcome modern convenience: air conditioning. The service runs Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m.10 p.m., departing roughly every 30 minutes from more than a dozen stops. Catch the trolley at the beach location of The Diplomat and see the sights on the south, north and downtown line for $1 per ride, though kids 5 and under ride free. All trolleys connect from Johnson Street on Hollywood Beach and are wheelchair accessible. For more information, contact the Hollywood Office of Tourism at 877-672-2468 or 954-921-3478 or visit the website at www.visithollywoodfl.org. SOUTH BEACH LINE The South Beach Line — that’s Hollywood, Fla., not Miami — picks up guests at The Diplomat beach location and heads north to the Hollywood Beach Culture and Community Center (1301 S. Ocean Drive, 954-921-3600), which offers various activities and a Broward County Library reading center, and the Johnson Street transfer area, where riders can pick up the North Beach and Downtown trolleys.
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NORTH BEACH LINE Get off at Johnson Street and visit the Hollywood Broadwalk, a 2 1/2-mile promenade along the beach between Hollywood Boulevard and Sheridan Street. There you can shop, dine al fresco, enjoy some ice cream, pick up some souvenirs or join the flow of visitors and locals strolling, biking and skating through the sea breezes. For free entertainment several days a week, stop at the Hollywood Beach Theater/Bandshell at Johnson Street (954-921-3404 or www.visithollywoodfl.org). At Charnow Park, between 82
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Garfield and Connecticut Streets, you will find paddleball courts, a children’s interactive fountain, playgrounds and picnic pavilions. The Hollywood Beach Welcome Center, open weekdays, is on the Broadwalk at Michigan Street. To the north of the Broadwalk, the 56-acre Hollywood North Beach Park provides access to 1.1 miles of public beach and views of the Intracoastal Waterway. The park has an active turtle hatchery program and it features a 60-foot-tall observation tower. 3601 N. Ocean Drive, 954357-5161; www.broward.org/parks.
fish, enjoy the playgrounds and picnic pavilions, or hit the walking and biking trails (bikes are available for rent on weekends). The park also offers tennis, basketball, racquetball and sand volleyball courts. 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood, 954-357-5161, www.broward.org/parks.
DOWNTOWN LINE
From Johnson Street, you can catch the Downtown Trolley and see what Joseph W. Young envisioned in the early 1920s when he designed Hollywood-by-the-Sea—wide, palmlined boulevards punctuated by traffic circles, verdant parks and Mediterranean-style architecture. (The trolley passes Young’s former home, at 1055 Hollywood Blvd.) Today Downtown Hollywood’s tree-lined streets are filled with intriguing shops, galleries, restaurants and nightspots. For more information, visit www.downtownhollywood.com. ArtsPark at Young Circle, on Hollywood Boulevard at Federal Highway, is a 10-acre oasis of art, culture and nature in the heart of the city. It features Ritsuko Taho’s water sculpture Millennium Springs, visual and performing arts spaces, ancient baobab trees, a children’s park and an interactive fountain. For information on ArtsPark’s many free activities, including music, dancing, fitness classes, outdoor movies and a Saturday evening market, call 954921-3500. The Art & Culture Center of Hollywood, just a short walk from the ArtsPark trolley stop, presents innovative and unique visual and performing arts programs. 1650 Harrison St., 954-921-3274; for more information, visit www.artandculturecenter.org.
ABOUT THE HOLLYWOOD TROLLEY • Transportation service for residents and visitors • Operates every Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Just across the Intracoastal Waterway from North Beach Park lies Anne Kolb Nature Center at West Lake Park, a 1,500-acre preserve of mangrove estuary and uplands. Learn about this fascinating ecosystem by touring the nature center’s Exhibit Hall with its 3,500-gallon aquarium, by walking the boardwalk and trails, by climbing or riding the elevator to the top of the 68-foot observation tower. Head to the south side of West Lake Park (the next trolley stop) and you can rent a kayak or canoe and paddle the lake and mangrove trails,
• Departs approximately every 30 minutes from over a dozen stops on Hollywood Beach and historic downtown • $1 per ride/per person - riders will pay on-board the trolley exact change required • Children age 5 and under ride FREE • Trolley Hotline: 954-921-3551 • Email at trolley@hollywoodfl.org
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ENJOY SOUTH FLORIDA
Find history, culture, shopping, action and adventure nearby
The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa is located in one of the most tranquil and scenic areas in the country: South Florida. And while every activity and experience necessary to make a vacation ideal can be enjoyed on the property, there are endless things to see and do in the surrounding vicinity. Parks and other outdoor attractions, museums and historical sites, live shows and casinos, boating and other water-based recreation, and shopping galore await beyond the doors of the
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hotel should you choose to venture out. The Hollywood Trolley (see story on pg. 81) and the Water Taxi make stops at the resort, so it’s easier than ever to get to nearby attractions. Consult the concierge with any questions you may have about destinations or arrangements; and call ahead as information can change. BROWARD COUNTY ATTRACTIONS Art and Culture Center of Hollywood Enjoy art exhibitions, openings and performances in one of downtown Hollywood’s historic landmarks, the (circa 1924) Kagey mansion located at 1650 Harrison St. For information, call 954-921-3274 or visit www.artandculturecenter.org. ArtsPark at Young Circle In the heart of Hollywood’s vibrant Downtown, nature and art unite. An arts-inspired park that features 10 acres of lush green space, broad paved promenades for strolling or jogging, a children’s play area with an interactive fountain, and a spectacular feature fountain designed by internationally acclaimed public artist Ritsuko Taho of Japan. Bring your blanket or lawn chair and spend an afternoon or evening enjoying a variety of cultural events and festivals all yearround. Hollywood Boulevard at Federal Highway, 954-921-3500, www. hollywoodfl.org. Bonnet House Museum & Gardens 900 N. Birch Road, Fort Lauderdale, 954-563-5393, www.bonnethouse.org. Experience a slice of Old Florida at Bonnet House Museum & Gardens, set on a verdant 35-acre tract that Hugh Taylor Birch gave to his daughter, Helen, and her husband, artist Frederic Bartlett, as a wedding gift in 1919. Take a guided tour of the home and tropical gardens — and keep your eyes open for a view of the swans or wild monkeys. Closed Mondays and some holidays. Hours and prices vary. Broward Center for the Performing Arts 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 86
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954-462-0222, www.browardcenter. org. Year-round theater, dance and musical performances at a state-ofthe-art facility. Butterfly World Located in Tradewinds Park, 3600 W. Sample Road, Coconut Creek, 954-977-4400, www.butterflyworld. com. The largest butterfly park in the world, with three acres of lush tropical gardens, thousands of live butterflies, hummingbirds and an insectarium. Open daily, except some holidays. $24.95, adults; $19.95, children 3-11; 2 and under, free. Everglades Holiday Park 21940 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale, 954-434-8111, www. evergladesholidaypark.com. See the Florida Everglades from an airboat, camp out, fish or rent a boat to explore on your own. Flamingo Gardens 3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie, 954473-2955, www.flamingogardens.org. Enjoy a touch of Florida history on 60 acres of lush gardens showcasing rare, exotic and native plants, or explore native wildlife in the aviary and wildlife sanctuary. Closed Mondays June 1 to October 31 except Labor Day, closed Christmas and Thanksgiving. $18, adults; $15, seniors; $10, kids 4-11; 3 and under, free. IFGA Fishing Hall of Fame & Museum 300 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach, 954-927-2628, www.igfa.org. The museum includes five galleries, an outdoor marina, a theater and indoor/outdoor demonstration areas. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Saturday; noon to 6 p.m., Sunday. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. $10, adults; $5, seniors and children 3-16; free for kids under 3. John U. Lloyd Beach State Park 6503 N. Ocean Drive, Dania Beach, 954-923-2833, www.floridastateparks. org. Surf fishing, canoeing, swimming, nature study and picnicking are among the many ways to enjoy this park, which has a mangrove-lined waterway that’s
perfect for sightseeing and a café where you can get lunch or a quick bite. They also rent canoes, kayaks, paddleboats, sailboats, pontoon boats, gazebos and barbecue grills. Jungle Queen Riverboat Located in the Bahia Mar Yachting Center, at 801 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-5596, www. junglequeen.com. Enjoy a barbecue rib, chicken and shrimp dinner, and entertainment, as this 550-passenger riverboat cruises past interesting sites and beautiful homes. Departs daily at 6 p.m. $42.95, adults; $22.95, children. Narrated sightseeing cruises also available and depart at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. $19.95, adults; $12.95, children. Museum of Discovery & Science & AutoNation IMAX 3D Theater 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6637. Visitors can ride the Everglades Airboat Adventure, experience hurricane-force winds, dig for fossils alongside a giant prehistoric megalodon, enjoy the playful antics of river otters, meet an alligator and be charmed by a 6-foot-long snake. Take a ride to Mars or soar through the skies in an FA-18 cockpit simulator. Family fun, for all ages. Water Taxi 413 SW Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-467-6677, www.watertaxi.com. This relaxing 45-minute trip along the Intracoastal Waterway travels between the heart of Hollywood Beach and Water Taxi Stop 7 in Fort Lauderdale. Fare: $13-$20 for an all-day pass.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ATTRACTIONS
Jungle Island 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, 305400-7000, www.jungleisland.com. Jungle Island is home to over 500 species of plants and 3,000 animals. Check out the bird show, flamingo lake and everglades habitat. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., weekdays; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., weekends. $34.95, adults; $32.95,
seniors; $26.95, children 3-10; free for 2 and under. Zoo Miami 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami, 305-2510400, www.zoomiami.org. Enjoy over 100 exhibits at this 740-acre park, with more than 2,000 animals, representing over 500 species (including 40 endangered species). 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. $15.95, adults; $11.95, children 3-12; children 2 and under, free. Miami Seaquarium 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Key Biscayne, 305-361-5705, www. miamiseaquarium.com. Located on a 38-acre tropical paradise with spectacular skyline views. Enjoy dolphin, killer whale and sea lion shows, or swim with the dolphins. 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. $39.95, adults; $29.95, children 3-9. Shopping Aventura Mall 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-935-1110, www.aventuramall. com. Aventura Mall offers over 300 fine retailers and is home to some of the most desirable names in fashion and a variety of culinary delights. 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday; noon to 8 p.m. Sunday. Bal Harbour Shops 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour, 305-866-0311, www. balharbourshops.com. Shoppers come from around the world to visit this outdoor mall comprising an upscale collection of designer boutiques and department stores, including Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, and lunch in the famous eateries. New stores include Alexander McQueen, Stella McCartney and CH Carolina Herrera. 10 am-9 pm Monday through Saturday; 12 noon to 6 pm on Sundays. Downtown Hollywood Hollywood Boulevard between Young Circle/Arts Park and Dixie Highway, 954-924-2980, www. downtownhollywood.com. On the
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brick-lined walks of downtown Hollywood, you’ll find an eclectic collection of art galleries, boutiques, restaurants, bars and sidewalk cafes. It’s a great place to find out-of-theordinary artwork, gifts and clothing, or to just stroll and then grab a bite to eat. Las Olas Boulevard www.lasolasboulevard.com. Fort Lauderdale’s stylish boulevard offers fashionable boutiques, eclectic galleries and a diverse selection of restaurants and outdoor cafes. Visit the website to learn more about special events such as art walks, outdoor movies, a farmer’s market and Christmas on Las Olas. Sawgrass Mills 12801 W. Sunrise Blvd., Sunrise, 954846-2300, www.sawgrassmills.com. Florida’s largest outlet destination, with more than 350 stores plus great dining and entertainment options. The Oasis at Sawgrass Mills and The Colonnade Outlets at Sawgrass Mills enhance the mall’s popularity with outdoor dining, entertainment and shopping. 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. The Village at Gulfstream Park 501 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach. 954-378-0900, www. thevillageatgulfstreampark.com. One of South Florida’s most exciting and picturesque attractions, combining over 17 signature restaurants and outdoor cafes, extraordinary fashion boutiques and top-of-the-line home stores. Adjacent to the Gulfstream Park horse racing and entertainment complex. Professional Sports Baseball: Florida Marlins. Watch the Marlins play in their new worldclass baseball stadium located just two miles from downtown Miami. The ballpark has a retractable roof, natural grass playing field and 37,000 seats. 877-MARLINS, www.marlins.com. Basketball: Miami Heat. AmericanAirlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 786-777-1250,
www.miamiheat.com. Football: Miami Dolphins. Sun Life Stadium, 347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens, 305-943-8000, www.miamidolphins.com. Hockey: Florida Panthers. BB&T Center, One Panther Parkway, Sunrise, 954-835-PUCK, www.floridapanthers.com. Jai-Alai: Dania Jai-Alai. 301 E. Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach, 954-9201511, www.betdania.com. Jai-alai, poker, cocktail bars and sports bar, along with simulcast betting. Racing and Gaming Gulfstream Park 901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, 954-454-7000, www. gulfstreampark.com. Year-round casino action, with over 850 Vegasstyle slot machines, poker, seasonal thoroughbred horseracing, simulcast wagering and a bustling nightlife. Present your room key at Guest Services (located in Champions Plaza at The Village of Gulfstream Park) and receive a welcome packet with valuable savings, a free gift and a free play card for the Casino. Mardi Gras Racetrack & Gaming Center 831 N. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, 954-924-3200, www. playmardigras.com. A casino and gaming destination that features greyhound racing, slots, poker, entertainment, dining and an outdoor flea market on weekends. Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, 954-327-ROCK, www. seminolehardrockhollywood.com. This spectacular complex features over 90 gaming tables and 2,500 slots, as well as 17 restaurants and lounges, 22 boutique shops, 12 nightclubs, the 400-seat Paradise Live theater and the 5,500-seat Hard Rock Live concert arena.
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WHERE TO DINE
A quick guide to restaurants at The Diplomat To make a reservation, call 954-602-8347 Dining options at a glance at The Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa (please see full story, pgs. 17-24) BarSu Unwind at the lobby’s gathering place, serving top-shelf cocktails and a full sushi bar. CAFE Located in the lobby. The perfect spot for breakfast or lunch. Dishes include creative soups, salads and sandwiches as well as Westin’s SuperFoods™, health-enhancing choices that are rich in antioxidants and phytonutrients. Breakfast offerings include Steel-Cut Cinnamon Scented Oatmeal, drizzled with honey and topped with sliced bananas and pecans; and Blueberry Orange Granola Pancakes. Tempting lunch entrées include the Chairman’s Reserve Steak and Green Tea Infused Salmon. Open for breakfast daily
from 6:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. HOLLYWOOD PRIME Located in the lobby. With just 15 tables, Hollywood Prime has captured a slew of prestigious awards, including the AAA Four Diamond Award every year since 2003. 21-day dry-aged beef dishes range from the 10-ounce Prime Striploin to the 48-ounce Prime Porterhouse. Seafood choices include Live Maine Lobster, Salmon Filet or Tuna Loin. The wine menu boasts over 400 selections, including organic, boutique and rare vintage wines. Open from 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Reservations are required. ingredients (some assembly required) Located in the lobby, ingredients (some assembly required) is an innovative restaurant concept
that offers breakfast items and pastries, gourmet sandwiches and salads made of fresh, healthy ingredients in a casual grab-and-go atmosphere. Offering a generous variety of top quality foods, ingredients (some assembly required) is an ideal option for the guest onthe-go. Hours: 6 a.m.-10 p.m. daily. LINKS RESTAURANT & LOUNGE Located at The Diplomat’s golf resort, just a short complimentary shuttle ride away from the beach. Breakfast offerings include a Belgian Waffle, or Egg Panini with maple-cured ham and provolone on a grilled soft roll. Lunch specialties include Fresh Seared Salmon Ciabatta with lime-cilantro mayonnaise and The Old Diplomat, a shaved roast beef sandwich with three melted cheeses, tobacco onions and herb mayonnaise. After a full day on the course, golfers can replenish with Seared Florida Snapper with Coconut Sauce, a Certified Angus New York Strip Steak or the Montrachet Salad. A full wine list is available, as are kids’ and spa menus. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. RIVALS WATERFRONT SPORTS GRILLE Located at Diplomat Landing, just across the skybridge from The Westin Diplomat’s beachfront resort. Rivals is a casual restaurant and gathering place with a unique open kitchen that allows guests to take note of the culinary expertise evident in menu items such as Florida Crab Cakes with a rum butter sauce, Pilsner Beer Battered Florida Mahi Mahi or a 10-ounce Kobe Patty Melt. Rivals also offers a full wine and beer menu, along with specialty cocktails and signature beer-tinis. Open 5 p.m. to 2 a.m. weekdays and from noon to 2 a.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. SPLASH Beachfront and poolside bar. Casual fare served in classic Florida style. Bite into a juicy burger as you enjoy the Atlantic breezes, or enjoy Florida and Caribbean delights such as a bucket of peel-and-eat Florida Gulf Shrimp, Blackened Mahi Soft Taco or a classic Cuban sandwich. The full menu, including some delicious tropical drinks, can be delivered to your cabana or poolside chaise lounge. Open from 11 a.m. until dusk.
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