1. One Bal Harbour Resort And Spa
City: Bal Harbour, FL
Category: Accommodations
Telephone: (305) 455-5400
Address: 10295 Collins Ave.
Description: Each of the 124 rooms and suites at this hotel have balconies with views of the Atlantic Ocean—there are only 2 rooms per floor so each room has ultimate privacy and space. In room-perks including a 42" flat-screen television and surround sound are nice but it’s the additional amenities that really top it off. A spa, personal shoppers, butler service, and luxury car and private yacht service or jet charters are available.
2. Haulover Beach Park
City: Bal Harbour, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 944-3040
Address: 10800 Collins Ave.
Description: Haulover Beach is the city’s token nude beach, so beware before you go. Generally it’s European-style (in other words, tasteful) nudity, but do consider before going with kids or those uncomfortable with it. Picnics are another popular pastime and there is plenty of dry space for blankets. Though clothing is optional, there are visitors who chose to remain in their bathing suits. The beach’s reputation, however, draws people from all over the country and even the world, so expect that most people tend to go au natural. Even the Miami-Dade County government fully recognizes and supports the beach.
3. Haulover Beach Park
City: Bal Harbour, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 944-3040
Address: 10800 Collins Ave.
Description: Some of the city’s best shoreline fishing can be found at this 180-acre park. The fishing docks serve as a historical marker that is dedicated to the dock’s first charter boat captains. The nearby marina is still a popular departure for fishing charters so a bait and tackle shop can be found on site.
4. Seacross Sport Fishing Charters
City: Bal Harbour, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (305) 773-2282
Address: 10800 Collins Ave.
Description: This popular charter has a 36' Hatteras Sportfishing Yacht and a Seacross II, 45' Hatteras Sportfishing Yacht. Nighttime swordfishing and charters to the Bahamas (about a 2.5-hour cruise) are also available. Half-day trips start at $550 while full-day trips top out at $1,000 ($850 for the 36' Hatteras). A split charter is available for those looking to cut costs. A calendar on Seacross’s website allows interested parties to see when a charter is forming. A minimum of 4 people is required for split charters. Captain Rafael Mayans is not only a licensed captain, but a tournament winner including winning 1st place in the 2002 Bimini Big Game Club’s Bahamas Fishing Bonanza.
5. Nomi Pilates
City: Bal Harbour, FL
Category: Parks & Recreation
Address: 10295 Collins Ave.
Description: Studio owner Naomi Lowit is a board-certified Pilates instructor with a personalized approach. Yoga classes are offered. Group classes cost $40 a session. Discounted class packs are offered. Private sessions are also available and cost $100 a session. Those on a budget may want to check out the studio’s free fitness program sponsored by the Village of Bal Harbour on Tues between 9 and 10 a.m. and on Fri and Sat from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.