How To Turn Your Out Of Town Appointment Into A Trip

Welcome back to our “Out Of Town Series”. In this week’s blog post, we are going to focus on how you can make the most of your trip when traveling to your fitting at Brides Of Florida. Many of our brides are not local and are coming from many different places. Some even internationally. It can be a daunting idea to go to a new place to find your dress but the Miami sun should not be that daunting. It’s intended to brighten your day. Quite literally. Coming down to Miami is always a treat. I mean it’s practically summer all year round. And so there are perks to going out of town for your bridal dress shopping. This blog post is gonna go in-depth on how to make the most of this visit to sunny side Brides Of Florida. If you have an upcoming appointment with us, keep on reading to see how you can make the most of it.


Where To Stay

After booking your flight, a nice stay is next. Miami, Florida offers a wide range and selection of hotels. There’s a place for whatever budget you have. Regardless of where you pick, the sun will definitely be on your side. As Miami locals, we have hand-picked some options that cater to all kinds of budgets. Our first budget-friendly pick is the Best Western Plus Kendall Hotel & Suites. This hotel is actually located in front of our Bridal boutique. This is convenient for our budget brides and those looking to make a quick trip to Miami because it is within walking distance and located in the same shopping center. Probably the easiest stay, this hotel will make it very easy for you if you want to avoid any stress too. Since Miami was blessed with such wonderful traffic, choosing a hotel this close can help avoid any kind of traffic that Miami decides to have. Second, we have the Miami Marriott Dadeland. This stay is going to be a little more upscale but well worth it. If you have room to stretch your budget but not break it, this one is for you. Located right near the mall too, this hotel is on some level of mid-luxury but not too crazy. The distance is nice too as it’s only a 16-minute drive. Lastly, we have the finest stay. Miami has many options for nice stays but this one was our favorite. The Ritz Carlton in the Grove ranks third and finest here. As our 5 star option, this hotel is going to give any bride the most luxurious Miami stay. This hotel is also a good choice if you are looking to make a vacation out of this experience.


Where To Eat & Shop

Next, we have some of our best attractions. Miami locals hang, shop, and eat at these places.

For our shopping locations, we have Dadeland Mall, Lincoln Road, and Bal Harbour. These locations have all the stores you’re going to want to shop in. If you don’t have your wedding shoes, you’ll find them at any of our malls. Not to mention, anything else you need for your bach weekend or honeymoon. For a closer local mall, you’ll want to hit up Dadeland. It is relatively close to our Bridal shop and has all the spots. For more luxury, designer shopping you’ll have to travel a bit into the city. Bal Harbour and Lincoln Road are your best bets. Not only will you shop till you drop but you’ll experience some Miami culture. As for eating, the opportunities are endless! Many dining spots are nearby shopping locations that way you kill two birds with one stone. Some location options are Cocowalk, The Grove, South Beach, Brickell, etc. The list can go on but these places definitely have everything you’re looking for. The bars, restaurants, shops -you name it. Miami has it!


Where To Hang 

Now Miami is full of fun hangs but we decided to narrow it down to only a couple of options to not overwhelm you. Our first and obvious pick is the beach. Miami is full of beach options. You didn’t come all the way down here to leave without a tan. Some spots include South Beach, Miami Beach, and South Pointe Park. We get it though. Not everyone is a fan of sand. For our pickier travelers, we’ve chosen museums and gardens that are picture-perfect. You’re bound to get at least 1,000 cool pictures. For this one, we’ve chosen Vizcaya Gardens, Perez Art Museum, and the Wynwood Walls. These places are very popular spots to visit when coming to Miami. And if you’re a foodie, all the places are surrounded by food spots. We can ensure you will not go hungry. 


Miami Must Stops

This last section is a special add-on. Miami is full of life and culture. Visiting here means completely immersing yourself in the Latin culture too. Otherwise, you’re not doing it right. You need a cortadito and a croqueta to begin so to Vicky’s, Sergios, or Versailles to get your fix. After that is the experience and culture of Little Havana. And the great part is that as of 2010, there has been the Little Havana Food & Cultural Tour. Lastly, you’re gonna want to stop by the Miami Design District. This neighborhood is full of art galleries, luxury shopping, and modern architecture. 

That concludes this week’s blog post. We hope you feel more informed and confident about your appointment with Brides Of Florida. As a bride, your engagement season is important. You won’t ever get it again (unless you plan on pulling an Elizabeth Taylor). Life can get stressful. Combining families can get stressful. There are many reasons to be stressed out in this season but you’re the only one who can make the most of it. It all begins with the reframing of the mind. Challenge yourself positively. Choose to have fun every step of the way. In that case, make your bridal appointment to Miami a trip worth remembering. Take our tips, advice, and recommendations. Have a blast. And until next time, happy bridaling!