November 9, 2009

CrossFit North Miami Beach Miami

Work the body as a unified machine with one-hour sessions. No ellipticals here. Expect intense interval training, incorporating tools like rings, barbells, rowers, and ropes.

  City Center, Beauty, Break a Sweat, Old School

July 15, 2008

Guerlain Spa Miami

The only Florida location of the famed spa brand. The luxe Guerlain Spa, a 10,000-square-foot space in The Regent Bal Harbour, houses a waterfall and bamboo floors. There are hydrotherapy facilities and Vichy shower body treatments. Services are opulent, as are prices.

  Bal Harbour, Beauty, Indulgence, Relax

January 7, 2008

Dr. Josie Beug Miami

Dr. Josie Beug specializes in holistic treatments and house calls. She does body readings to analyze Fluffy’s chi, and treatments range from acupuncture to Chinese herbs to be administered at home.

  Beauty, Comes to You

February 2, 2007

The Spa at The Sports Club/LA Miami

The sweet spa in the Four Seasons has the usual goodies, creative body treatments and perks, like a Turkish steam room. Take advantage of the rotating monthy menu of $99 specials. Past offers include the Elegant Rose Facial and Sunset Rose Body Cocoon (a scrub/wrap).

  Brickell, Beauty, Cheap

October 11, 2006

Spa V at Hotel Victor Miami

The Hotel Victor’s Spa V offers a happy hour menu, a bevy of body treatments, and the Blackberry Addict massage for those that need it (you know who you are). Plus, the spa has a Hammam co-ed steam room.

  South Beach, Beauty, Happy Hour

October 8, 2009

Cleber Lopes Beauty & Life Institute Miami

The beauty mecca — the first U.S. location of the Brazilian import — offers a full menu of nail and hair care, facials, waxing, plus a private bridal suite.

  Downtown Coral Gables, Beauty, Relax, Weddings

September 8, 2009

The Spa at Mandarin Oriental Miami

This five-star spa will cost you a pretty penny, but it’s worth it. The 15,000-square-foot space has floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Biscayne Bay. Added perks include yoga and tai chi.

  Brickell Key, Beauty, Great View, Ritzy

September 8, 2009

Agua Miami

Get ready for some glitzy relaxing. To with: The mirrored front desk looks like an oversize disco ball and mani/pedis are done aloft a white rubber throne.

  South Beach, Beauty, Ritzy

September 8, 2009

Voi Beauty Salon & Spa Miami

The Sunny Isles Beach spa specializes in facials and skincare. The European-trained aestheticians customize each treatment to your skin type. Also on hand: high-end beauty products from René Furterer and Moroccan Oil.

  Sunny Isles Beach, Beauty

September 8, 2009

Bliss Spa Miami

The W’s ubiquitous spa brand makes its way south. On hand: the usual top-notch treatments (oxygen facials, massage plus paraffin), beauty products, and, of course, brownies.

  Central Beach, Beauty