Events
Monday September 13
Catamaran Tour
Upon departure we will sail into beautiful Biscayne Bay to see homes of the rich and famous (Star Island ,Hibiscus Island,Palm Island,and the Venetian Islands) while enjoying the abundant wildlife that the bay has to offer. We will then sail into the Key Biscayne area to see Stiltsville (houses on stilts in the middle of the bay, where rum running took place), Vizcaya, homes of the rich and famous.
Capacity is limited. First come, first serve. In the event of inclement weather, the Catamaran Tour will take place on the afternoon of September 14.
Exhale Spa Discounted Services
On the hotel’s 15th and 16th floors is Exhale, the renowned lifestyle mind/body spa brand. This 12,000-square-foot oasis features a full array of spa therapies and transformational mind/body fitness experiences, along with the amenities expected of a spa at a luxurious Kimpton hotel. We encourage you to experience Exhale during your stay. Any EPIC guest participating in M&C Interact is provided this special offer: Receive a 40% discount for services reserved by Aug, 15, or a 10% discount for services reserved after Aug. 15 (some exclusions apply). Select spa therapies are also available in the privacy of your guest room or in one of the poolside cabanas on the 16th floor. Call 305.423.3900 for reservations or book your treatment online at exhalespa.com.
Tuesday September 14
Cuban Heritage Tour Courtesy of Dragonfly Expeditions
Come with us on a journey through the story of Miami's Cuban community. Experience the passion and vision that these motivated exiles brought to their new home. We will be visiting Miami's own version of the Statue of Liberty, a well loved marketplace, great Cuban food spots, moving monuments, lively street scenes and a place of spiritual reflection and longing. Take in the smells, sights, sounds and colors of a street that launched the dramatic transformation of Miami over four decades ago and prepare yourself for a day of discovery and fun.
Inclusions and details:
. All entrance fees, taxes, and gratuities.
. Tour interpretation by guide starts and ends at the hotel.
. Visit to a local marketplace with typical Cuban fare on display.
. One freshly squeezed tropical juice choice per guest.
. Visit to a custom shirt tailor - home of the world's most famous Guayabera maker (typical 4 pocket Cuban shirt, worn outside of pants). Shop has been patronized by Ronald Reagan, Gloria Estefan, Ricky Martin and many others.
. Two Guayaberas to be raffled among tour participants.
. Visit to the first art gallery in Little Havana featuring Cuban masters and emerging artists (subject to availability).
. Visit to boutique cigar manufacturing facility hosted by members of a five Photo courtesy: the State Library and Archives of Florida generation cigar-making family.
. One Cuban coffee for each participant at a traditional walkup window in the Latin Quarter.
. Visit to internationally recognized Domino Park (featured in the opening scenes of Miami Vice).
. Stop at Cuban themed gift store.
. View of Boulevard of Monuments celebrating heroes of the Cuban drive for independence and freedom.
Exhale Spa Discounted Services
On the hotel’s 15th and 16th floors is Exhale, the renowned lifestyle mind/body spa brand. This 12,000-square-foot oasis features a full array of spa therapies and transformational mind/body fitness experiences, along with the amenities expected of a spa at a luxurious Kimpton hotel. We encourage you to experience Exhale during your stay. Any EPIC guest participating in M&C Interact is provided this special offer: Receive a 40% discount for services reserved by Aug, 15, or a 10% discount for services reserved after Aug. 15 (some exclusions apply). Select spa therapies are also available in the privacy of your guest room or in one of the poolside cabanas on the 16th floor. Call 305.423.3900 for reservations or book your treatment online at exhalespa.com.