Esplanade Lifestyle - The Heights | Jul/Aug 2023

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LIFESTYLE

Jul/Aug 2023

PROPERTY

Hayley Smith Lifestyle Manager 563-499-0335

Hayley.Smith@TeamEsplanade.com

Jacquelyn Hannan

Community Association Manager 941-281-4996

Jacquelyn.Hannan@TeamEsplanade.com

COMMUNITY INFO

Esplanade at The Heights Community Association 5626 Summit Glen Bradenton, FL 34203 941-761-4170

Mon-Sat, 10

Alice Stopyra

Community Sales Manager 941-217-8838

AStropyra@TaylorMorrison.com

Lisa Van Dillen

Community Sales Manager 941-504-4937

LVanDillen@TaylorMorrison.com

MEMBER SERVICE

EsplanadeHeightsLifestyle.com 800-720-0028

Hours: Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

2 ESPLANADE LIFESTYLE JUL/AUG 2023 Contents LETTER FROM THE LIFESTYLE TEAM A note on what's coming up TEAM SPOTLIGHT Meet Noelle Douglas ESPLANADE CONNECT Giving Back Opportunities FEATURED EVENTS Astronomy Night and Sarasota’s Leading Ladies PET FEATURE Furry Friend: Holly NATIONAL PROGRAM LAUNCH Esplanade Concierge IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Recent Events Recap GET INVOLVED Interest Groups & Social Clubs A LOOK AHEAD Upcoming Events FITNESS Workout Warm-up & Aqua Fitness ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Around Town Events WELLNESS 60-Second Social-Circle Challenge TRAVEL - TRIP SPOTLIGHT Destinations by Esplanade: Cuba SHOP Shop the Resort Lifestyle CULINARY Classic Daiquiri COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP Sea Turtles IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Celebrating Your Resort Lifestyle 4 Esplanade at The Heights 4 3 5 6 6 8 9 12 12 13 13 14 10
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Letter From the Lifestyle Team

Enjoy the Summer Sunshine!

Welcome to another beautiful summer here in paradise! We have been staying busy with all sorts of fun social events and there are even more on the horizon. Keep cool in the pool during our Swim Up Movie Night or relax in the A/C while playing bingo with friends. Last month, one lucky bingo player won golf for two at Esplanade at Azario Lakewood Ranch!

On July 4, we will be climbing Mt. Tumalo to watch the local fireworks without leaving the comfort of our own community! We will also continue to enjoy our First Friday events, Court Sport Socials, and Yappy Hour for our furry neighbors. This summer we will beat the heat at The Venue by welcoming a Mote Marine representative to tell us all about sea turtles, as well as a member of the Sarasota Historical Society here to talk about Sarasota’s Leading Ladies! We are also hosting an Astronomy Night atop Mt. Tumalo and a swim up movie night.

If you are looking to give back to the community, join us for the Liberty Litter Clean up on July 5 or at the Backpack Brigade in August!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

Hayley

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Meet Noelle Douglas

YOUR LIFESTYLE CONCIERGE

Noelle Douglas is our new Lifestyle Concierge. She comes to us with a background in management and 22 years in the beauty industry. She attended Rhode Island College and also Florida College of Natural Health.

Along with being a Concierge, Noelle is also an established Makeup Artist for the TNT television network, NHL network, and MLB network. She has worked on some well-known faces, such as Governor and First Lady Desantis, Charles Barkley and many more.

Noelle is from Las Vegas, Nevada originally, but grew up in Rhode Island and has been here in Florida for 17 years. She enjoys time with her family (especially her new grandson E.J.), being by the water, reading, interior design, and taking cruises with her husband. She also enjoys trying different cuisine on date nights and coming up with new recipes for her loved ones to enjoy.

Noelle has a year and a half old Mini Dachshund named Gracie May that she enjoys spoiling and spending time with every day.

Noelle’s faith governs everything she does, and she believes positivity and love are a way of life. She gives 100% to everything she does and is always looking for ways to grow and improve.

If you see Noelle, be sure to say hello! She loves meeting new faces and learning about our Members. She also enjoys making Esplanade as comfortable for our Members as possible.

Giving Back Y

our Lifestyle team is continuously working to find volunteer and donation opportunities so you have ways to give back to your community. If there are any special causes or charities you would like to support, please contact your Lifestyle Manager at Hayley.Smith@TeamEsplanade.com.

In July, we will be keeping the beaches beautiful by volunteering at The Liberty Litter Cleanup sponsored by Keep Sarasota Beautiful, a Keep America Beautiful affiliate. We will be up bright an early on July 5 to clean up the beaches and surrounding areas after the Fourth of July celebrations.

If mornings aren’t your thing, we will also be teaming up with Feeding Empty Little Tummies (F.E.L.T.), a local group dedicated to feeding Manatee County’s children in need.

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TEAM SPOTLIGHT / ESPLANADE CONNECT

Astronomy Night

Saturday, August 26

7 - 9 p.m. | Mt. Tumalo

A Sidewalk Astronomer will take you on a tour of the night sky and open the wonders of the cosmos in your backyard. Begin with a series of activities and displays to learn about the solar system and beyond, then gaze through state-of-the-art telescopes and discover rich star clusters, prominent planets, and the craters of the moon. Cost is $10 per participant and Members are encouraged to bring a camping chair and their favorite beverage.

Sarasota’s Leading Ladies

Tuesday, August 29 6:30 p.m. | The Lifestyle Room

This is an educational lecture on the leading ladies of the area given by a historian. Sarasota County has been profoundly shaped by the contributions of local women in business, education, philanthropy, and political leadership. In this program, we’ll explore the stories of some of the county’s most inspiring leading ladies, ranging from newspaper editor Rose Phillips Wilson to educators Emma Booker and Eugenie Clark to philanthropists Marie Selby and Mable Ringling, and of course the innovative businesswoman and developer Bertha Palmer. They’ll use photographs, correspondence, and other archival records from the collections of the Sarasota County History Center to help illuminate the lives of these remarkable citizens.

Rose Phillips Wilson Photo: © Sarasota County History Center Emma E. Booker On Left - Photo: newtownalive.org Eugenie Clark Photo by David Doubilet Marie Selby Photo: © selby.org Mable Ringling Photo: © ringling.org Bertha Palmer Photo: © State Archives of Florida

HAVE A FURRY FAMILY MEMBER THAT YOU WANT TO FEATURE?

Contact your Lifestyle Manager to be featured in the next edition of the Lifestyle Magazine. Answer a few questions about your furry, feathery, or scaly friend and share a couple pictures.

Don’t have a furry family of your own, but know a community Member who does? Nominate them to be the next Featured Furry Friend. Contact the Member to suggest the feature or your Lifestyle Manager to nominate anonymously.

Furry Friends Meet Ralf & Squiggie

Ralf is a cat of unknown breed and is now 10 years old. Ralf ends each day with a handful of his favorite Temptations treats (any flavor will do)! Our oldest daughter adopted Ralf as a kitten, but when she moved out, Ralf stayed and has been with us ever since. Every evening around 7 p.m. Ralf looks forward to going to bed. He gets a few treats, goes to his room (laundry room), and we don’t see him until the next morning. We love our big guy; he makes a wonderful addition to our family.

Our sweet girl Squiggie was living on the streets with her brother and was rescued by a wonderful organization. We are not sure what breed of dog she is, but she is 100 percent adorable! We rescued her five years ago and believe she was between 1-2 when we got her. Our girl loves cheese! You cannot open any package of cheese without her running over. Squigg loves her greenies treats as well. This sweet girl was the third pup to enter our home. Unfortunately, she is now the only pup left but she’s a great sister to our cat Ralf. Every day is a great day when Squigg is around. This pup is always happy and constantly makes us smile. That’s how she got her name - she just squiggles when she sees you coming! She’s always up for an adventure and just loves her people.

Introducing Esplanade Concierge

An elevated lifestyle, with access.

Brought to you by Esplanade Resort Experiences, the newly reimagined Esplanade Concierge program offers access to a wide array of exclusive offers and services available only to Esplanade Members. Enjoy a wide range of concierge services that will connect you with the things you want to experience.

Offerings include local area expertise, pet services, arts and entertainment, home services, local travel excursions, educational opportunities, local partnerships and much more!

Let us handle the details while you enjoy the moments. To browse the full list of available Esplanade Concierge offerings, visit EsplanadePerks.com and use registration code “esplanade2023” to access the Esplanade Member portal.

Visit EsplanadePerks.com to learn more!

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Exclusive Concierge Offerings

Part of the Esplanade Lifestyle is rolling out the red carpet and giving our Members VIP access to exclusive offers and services! We are excited to continue to build and foster these relationships with local organizations and businesses to offer special rates for our community. If you know of a business or organization that would like to partner with Esplanade at The Heights, please contact your Lifestyle Manager. As a part of our concierge offerings, Members can take advantage of special rates at the following establishments below. Contact your Lifestyle Manager for more details!

THE TROON CARD

As a benefit of living in an Esplanade community, we are excited to share that current Esplanade Members receive 25% off standard Troon Card prices. Now in its 25th year, the Troon Card is the ultimate way for golfers to experience the World of Troon at the best rates. In 2023, more than 150 courses are participating in the program. Members can reserve tee times within three-days of their desired date of play and enjoy savings up to 50% off golf fees. Choose from state, region-specific, or national Troon Cards to unlock preferred rates at more than 150 golf courses worldwide. For a complete list of benefits, courses and rates, and to purchase your Troon Card today, visit www.troon.com/product/troon-card-esplanade

PET SERVICES

DOGPERFECT

$40 off Perfect Club Membership (contact Lifestyle Manager for coupon) dogperfect.com

LUXURY PET SPA

Mobile Pet Grooming 10% off services. Stanley: 941-330-3414

FOOD & BEVERAGE

CHICKEN SALAD CHICK 10% off order at the Bradenton location by mentioning Esplanade at checkout in store!

LAIRD SUPERFOOD PRODUCTS

Contact your Lifestyle Manager for a discount!

SIMPLY COFFEE

Cold brew delivery to your door! 20% off first month of a subscription. coldbrewdelivered.com

TWO CHEFS ON HILLVIEW

Local Gastronomy shop 20% off orders $40+ with code Esplanade twochefsonhillview.com

HOTELS, RESORTS & GOLF

Visit esplanadeheightslifestyle. com/concierge for more details on participating area hotels/resorts.

HOME SERVICES

CUSTOM SMART HOME SERVICES

10% off orders under $2,000 and 5% off orders above $2,000. Fransua: 813-446 1979 or fransua@sjfcinemas.com

KINETIC KRAFTSMEN

Custom Outdoor Kitchens

10% off outdoor kitchens under 8 feet & 15% off over 8 feet trent@kinetickraftsmen.com

ZINGA’S

Blinds, Shutters, Shades, Outdoor Screen Shades and Awnings. 20% off your minimum purchase of $2500. Kathy Foddrill, 941-254-6514 kathyfoddrill@zingashome.com

STOP SLIP SOLUTIONS

Fix your slippery floors and patios with a 10% discount for Members!

Mary Ann Hollander stopslipsolutionsinc@gmail.com

WATER ACTIVITIES

BOAT TOURS SARASOTA

Use code Esplanade for 10% off your private, customizable, chartered pontoon boat to explore. 941-799-1863 boattourssarasota.com

KAYAKING SRQ

Enjoy 10% off everything (except private tours and paddle boarding) with our special code, “Esplanade.” kayakingsrq@gmail.com kayakingsrq.com

MUSIC

FLETCHER MUSIC STUDIO

50% off of 6 weeks of music programs. 941-960-7486

TRAVEL

HEATHER ROEMBKE - YOUR PERSONAL TRAVEL ADVISOR

Contact Heather to find out the latest travel discounts! This month’s deal is aboard ICON of the Sea. hroembke@gosmart.travel

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CONCIERGE

Recent Events

First Friday CINCO DE MAYO

Members kicked off the month with a Cinco de Mayo fiesta! There were plenty of delicious dishes and musician “PZ” played everyone’s favorites all night.

Yappy HOUR

Tails were wagging on the Sales Gallery Lanai as our furry friends socialized in the shade and enjoyed “Pup Cups!”

Pickleball SOCIAL

Members hit the courts with Pickleball Pro, Brad Chase to work on their skills and have fun with friends!

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Interest Groups & Social Clubs

Doing more of what makes us happy is called the key to life by many. Share your passion and take the first step by attending or creating a club/group today.

Meet fellow Members with similar interests by creating or joining an interest group or club! Your Lifestyle Manager will assist in coordinating when and where is available for your club or interest group to meet at the Resort Amenity. All groups and clubs must be open to any Member of the community who is interested in joining. To receive an application or for more information about creating a club or interest group, please contact your Lifestyle Manager. Check out the current clubs below!

BOOK CLUB

Quarterly Meetings | Wednesday, July 19 | 6:30 p.m.

The Venue

Do you have a passion for reading and a desire for stimulating discussion with neighbors? Join us at our next meeting. All are welcome! Our chosen book is Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson Please register your interest with club leader Rose Arnone at rose@ dellarosadesigns.com or 818-519-0211 (call/text).

BUNCO

Thursdays, July 27 & August 31 | 6:30 p.m.

The Venue

Bunco Club is a great social hour to meet Members of the community! Due to the game’s restrictions, new Members are added in increments of four to ensure that each game can be played correctly. This club is limited to a maximum of 20 people, so early, monthly registration is required. Once the monthly attendance limit is reached, the other registrants will be placed on a waiting list and will be contacted if an opening becomes available. Registration is handled directly through club leader, Janet Powell at powe6854@bellsouth.net or 407-4888270. If you are interested in joining or need to cancel your position for the month, please contact Janet as early as possible. (Registration closes July 20 and August 24.)

COCKTAIL OF THE MONTH CLUB

Friday, July 14 & August TBD | 6:30 p.m.

Location TBD

This club is a fun and easy way to get to know the Members of the community! Each month, a Member hosts the club at their home and provides that month’s featured cocktail! Contact Jacquie Smith if you would like to join at smithj2553@gmail.com and get the address! (Registration closes on Friday, July 7).

DINNER DIVAS

Thursdays, July 20 & August 17 | 6 p.m.

El Melvin Cocina Mexicana (July) | Speaks Clam Bar (August)

Open to all Esplanade ladies and a great way to meet people! Get to know the dinner scene of our Sarasota / Bradenton lifestyle. Contact Merry Mathes at merry.mathes@gmail.com to register. Registration will close one week prior to event (Thursdays, July 13 and August 10).

LADIES LUNCH BUNCH

Thursdays, July 13 & August 10 | 12 p.m. Riverhouse Cafe (July) | Paris Bistro(August)

This club is open to all Esplanade ladies and is a great way to meet your neighbors and get a taste of the Sarasota / Bradenton cuisine! Please contact Nicole Bowman at bowmanic@gmail.com each month if you would like to join. *Reminder: Registration deadlines are set to ensure club meetings can be held at the given date and time. If you do not register within the time frame, you will not be included within the reservation count (register by Thursdays, July 6 and August 3).

WINE CLUB

Thursday, August 3 | 6 p.m.

The Venue

The Wine Club is a great way to learn more about wine in a social and fun way. Each month will have a different theme (e.g., specific grape variety, region) and attendees will bring a bottle that reflects that theme. We’ll compare tasting notes and dive into the wines, grapes and regions. Contact club leader, Aaron Kerr, at ack162@gmail.com for more information. Registration will close Thursday, July 27.

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Upcoming Events

All activities and events are subject to change. For the full details, please visit esplanadeheightslifestyle.com/events.

BINGO NIGHT

Monday, July 10 & August 7 | 6 p.m.

The Venue

Feeling lucky? Plan a night with friends playing bingo. This is a fun filled event with low stakes and high excitement. No need to buy cards or daubers, just bring your lucky charms and play for fun prizes. Register early, as this event fills up fast!

DINK & DRINK PICKLEBALL SOCIAL

Wednesday, July 12 & Monday, August 21 | 6 p.m.

Pickleball Courts

What better way to cool off after an evening of Pickleball than grabbing a cold drink? Pickleball Pro, Brad Chase will be on the courts to teach the basics for beginners or more advanced skills for our experienced players. All levels are welcome for this fun social. It’s a great way to check out why Pickleball is so popular! Cost is $10 per participant. Registration is required.

MT. TUMALO FIREWORK VIEWING

Tuesday, July 4 | 8:30 p.m.

Mt. Tumalo

Celebrate our Nation’s Independence with the breathtaking view atop Mt. Tumalo. Enjoy a 360-degree view of fireworks that can be seen for miles. Bring your camping chair and favorite beverage to enjoy the show!

LIBERTY LITTER CLEANUP

Wednesday, July 5 | 7 - 9 a.m.

Various Locations

Join us bright and early for this opportunity to give back to the surrounding community. We will be hitting the beaches and surrounding parks to clean up after the 4th of July celebrations in an effort to keep our communities beautiful! Registration can be completed by following the link posted on the community website’s interactive calendar.

FIRST FRIDAY

Fridays, July 7 & August 4 | 6 p.m.

The Venue

Grab your favorite drink and come down to the Resort Amenity for First Friday. This is the perfect excuse to let loose and have fun with friends. Bring a dish to share, enjoy some music, and relax by the pool while we stretch the 4th of July celebration all the way to Friday!

YAPPY HOUR

Sunday, July 16 & Sunday, August 20 | 4 p.m.

Sales Gallery Lanai

Wag your way down to the Sales Gallery Lanai for this dog friendly social hour. Let those pups socialize while you do the same. Snacks for dogs and their humans will be provided.

SEA TURTLE LECTURE

Monday, July 24 | 4 p.m.

Lifestyle Room

A representative from the Mote Aquarium will be here to teach us all about sea turtles! These beautiful creatures are an integral part of our local eco system, and a fascinating and beloved icon here in the Gulf.

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A LOOK AHEAD

Upcoming Events

All activities and events are subject to change. For the full details, please visit esplanadeheightslifestyle.com/events.

BOCCE NIGHT

Thursdays, July 27 & August 31 | 7 p.m.

Bocce Courts

Grab a six pack of your favorite suds and come to the Bocce Courts for fun and socializing. Meet new friends, have a tasty beverage, and play some bocce. Space is limited, so teams may have to be rotated. Cornhole will be set up as well to keep everyone having a blast! Coolers, ice, bug spray, and snacks will be provided.

SWIM UP MOVIE

Friday, August 18 | 7:30 p.m.

The Venue Pool

We’re keeping the pool open late for this one! Bring your favorite floaty and jump in for movie night. We are bringing the big screen to you to enjoy from the water or you can pull up a lounge chair poolside! Space is limited, so be sure to register early!

ASTRONOMY NIGHT

Saturday, August 26 | 7 - 9 p.m.

Mt. Tumalo

A Sidewalk Astronomer will take you on a tour of the night sky and open the wonders of the cosmos in your backyard. See event flyer on page 5 for more details!

Monthly Member Meetings

SARASOTA’S LEADING LADIES PRESENTATION

Tuesday, August 29 | 6:30 p.m.

Lifestyle Room

Sarasota County was profoundly shaped by the contributions of local women in business, education, philanthropy, and political leadership. In this program, we’ll explore the stories of some of the county’s most inspiring leading ladies. They’ll use photographs, correspondence, and other archival records from the collections of the Sarasota County History Center to help illuminate the lives of these remarkable citizens. See event flyer on page 5 for more details!

ESPLANADE 101

Tuesdays, July 11 & August 8 10 a.m. | Go-To Virtual Meeting

Join your Community Association Manager and your Lifestyle Manager every second Tuesday of the month for a New Homeowner informational meeting.

NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS

July 18 at 10 a.m. | August 15 at 6 p.m. Lifestyle Room

Join your Community Association Manager every third Tuesday of the month to discuss community specific updates and items regarding your HOA.

COFFEE & CONVERSATION

Thursdays, July 20 & August 17 10 a.m. | Lifestyle Room

Join your Lifestyle Manager every third Thursday for Coffee and Conversation to discuss the unique programming of your Esplanade at The Heights Lifestyle.

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Workout Warm Up

The summer has warmed up and so should you! Don’t forget one of the most important parts of your workout is the warm-up! Warming up before working out, hiking up Mt. Tumalo, or hitting the courts can reduce your risk of injury. A warm-up should be enough movement to increase your heart rate, which pumps more oxygenated blood to your muscles. This increased flow can reduce rips, tears, and harmful twisting of muscles and joints during activity.

A great way to get your body moving this summer is walking! Walking every day for just 30 minutes has a lot of benefits, such as:

» Increases cardiovascular fitness

» Strengthens bones

» Reduces body fat

» Boosts muscle power and endurance

» Stress relief

» Prevents heart disease, Type 2 Diabetes, osteoporosis, and a variety of cancers

Around Town

4TH ANNUAL CORNHOLE AND COCKTAILS FESTIVAL

Saturday, July 8 | 3 - 7 p.m. | 21 & Over

Manatee County Fairgrounds | 1402 14th Avenue W, Palmetto

The festival will have a fun indoor cornhole tournament, music, food, drinks, and raffles. There will be restaurants with samples of their food and cocktails along with breweries, wineries, and distilleries with samples of their selections! Guests are invited to enter the Veterans Hall and try as many different food and drink items they wish! MVP Sports and Social Club will be hosting the cornhole tournament for our FUNdraising Festival! All you need to do is sign-up with Chris when you arrive at the event. Registration for the cornhole tournament begins right at 3 p.m., so get in early to get registered! For more information, visit eventbrite.com

BRADENTUCKY BOMBERS VS. SUGAR SANDS ROLLER DERBY

Saturday, August 5 | 5 - 7p.m.

Ellenton Ice and Sports Complex | 5309 29th Street E, Ellenton

Tickets are $10 online or $15 at the door. Kids five and under are free. Plenty of bleacher seating is available, but for close-up action and trackside seating, bring a chair. Make sure to shake the Florida sand out of your beach chairs before coming in! Purchase tickets at Eventbrite. For more information, visit bradentuckybombers.com

SUMMER ART MARKET

Saturday, August 12 | 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Art Ovation Hotel | 1255 N Palm Avenue, Sarasota

Experience artful inspiration and get your gifts while enjoying the atmosphere of the Gallery Lounge. For more information, visit artovationhotel.com

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60-Second Social-Circle Challenge

Looking to expand your social circle? At Esplanade, we believe in fostering a community that supports Members building lifelong friendships. New Members are moving into our beautiful community every day! New homeowners are looking for meaningful community connections, specifically with their neighbors and those with like-minded interests. Try our 60-second Social-Circle Challenge and see if you make a connection!

FIVE TIPS TO HELP YOU OVERCOME SOCIAL STRESSORS

1. Understand that everyone has some level of uncomfortably with change and meeting new people – you are not alone!

2. Great conversations and long terms connections take time, practice makes perfect.

3. Looking to join one of the many Social Clubs at Esplanade, kick-start your wellness journey by trying one of our many fitness classes, or learn what all the Pickleball buzz is about. This is great place to meet like-minded Members and test your 60-second challenge.

4. If you find 60 seconds too challenging, try 30 seconds – over time and with practice, this will become more natural.

5. Part of the joy of talking to strangers is that you have no idea who you’re going to meet or what conversation you’re going to have. Embrace the spontaneity!

Inspired Trip Spotlight: Taste of Cuba

Did you know that as a part of your Member benefits with Destinations by Esplanade, you get access to “inspired” destinations uniquely curated around the Esplanade Lifestyle, with themes of wellness, culinary, adventure, and culture?

Taste of Cuba - Walk through the charming streets of Havana, where old-time American automobiles, richly scented Cuban cigars, and an eclectic tapestry of architecture evoke a colorful past. Visit the Hemingway Museum which is supported by several nongovernmental and independent organizations. Continue your journey to Camaguey – the headquarters of Camaguey Ballet.

To learn more about this trip, as well as others, visit DestinationsByEsplanade.com, log in to the site by using password “esplanade2023,” and visit the Inspired Trips page.

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WELLNESS / TRAVEL

Shop the Resort Lifestyle

ShopEsplanade.com

Esplanade Resort Experiences is proud to introduce a new online retail experience. ShopEsplanade.com offers a wide selection of custom Resort Lifestyle apparel, golf and sporting equipment, household items and so much more. Our online experience is complemented by our commitment to customer service and special Member-only discounts. Our innovative products include a variety of items available at special low prices and are perfect for yourself or as memorable gifts that simply elevate the art of giving.

Discover Something New Visit ShopEsplanade.com today and register to begin shopping! You may also access the online store by visiting your Member website and clicking “Shop.”

Classic Daiquiri

Inspired by the beautiful island country of Cuba, celebrate the summer season with this classic cocktail.

INGREDIENTS

» 2 ounces light rum

» 1 ounce lime juice (freshly squeezed)

» ¾ ounce demerara simple syrup

» Lime twist

DIRECTIONS

1. Add the rum, lime juice and syrup to a cocktail shaker.

2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until well chilled.

3. Strain into a chilled coupe glass.

4. Garnish with a fresh lime twist.

Sea Turtles

Can turning off the lights save a sea turtle? Sea turtles are crucial for the Gulf Coast ecosystem and local economies providing homes for other species and supporting tourism. Learn how Florida residents and local governments can implement effective lighting practices to protect sea turtles and their habitat while ensuring sufficient lighting for humans from our partners at the National Wildlife Federation. To learn more, visit blog.nwf. org/2023/05/can-turning-off-the-lights-save-a-sea-turtle Photo credit: Kemp’s ridley hatchlings. Courtesy of National Park Service.

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SHOP / CULINARY / COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP

Celebrating Your Resort Lifestyle

Beginning in April, the Esplanade Resort Experiences team hosted a series of Debut Celebrations across multiple Esplanade communities, giving over 1,700 Members the opportunity to meet with the team of highly talented leaders dedicated to elevating how they live and connect within the community they call home.

Both informative and fun, Members browsed interactive experience stations demonstrating the array of concierge-level services and Lifestyle programming being introduced as a part of the Resort Lifestyle at Esplanade.

Those who attended got a sneak peek at some of the upcoming national programs being developed by the Esplanade Resort Experiences leadership team.

The spirited “Salute” station was hosted by your National Manager of Food, Beverage & Culinary Experience, Patrick Scully along with other culinary leaders supporting the Resort Lifestyle. Members got a taste of what’s to come in the world of culinary, including a new SIP Wine program.

National Director, Liz Thompson and CJ Hamlin, National Manager of Lifestyle & Concierge showed Members how they can embrace their inner explorer and uncover what’s to come for travel opportunities with the recently launched luxury travel program, Destinations by Esplanade. Members also explored a wide range of concierge services through Esplanade Concierge, further elevating the signature Esplanade Lifestyle.

Crystal Steere, National Manager of Spa, Fitness & Wellness showcased how to discover your zen with uniquely curated wellness offerings, with samples of the Esplanade private label bath & body care collection, The Spa Retreat. If you are interested in creating your own wellness oasis in your home, be sure to visit ShopEsplanade.com to browse the latest bath and body care products as well as other Resort Lifestyle items!

As the event continued, Members mingled and danced to live entertainment, sampled delicious food and beverage and enjoyed a raffle drawing with prizes, facilitated by Nathan Stith, National Community Management Director

Cammie Longenecker, President of Resort Lifestyle Brand shares, “I am so immensely proud of our team, and what they are helping to bring to life within our Esplanade communities. It was truly special to connect with Members in person, and have the opportunity to be present within the communities we are so passionate about supporting. When we introduced Esplanade Resort Experiences in 2022, we said there would be so much to come in the world of Resort Lifestyle over the following months, and we meant it! We hope you are excited about even more national programs officially launching throughout the year.”

Esplanade Resort Experiences will continue to focus on curating specialized offerings and services, bringing Members all the benefits and luxuries of Resort living right from the comfort of home. With a luxury Lifestyle like no other, every day is a vacation, and you never need to pack!

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