Luxury Living Blog

Traveling is an outlet for all of your accumulated creative juices, and what better way than with a visit to some of the world’s steamiest, sexiest luxury destinations?   In the world of racy and sultry places to party, absorb and be seen, our top five picks are:

•    Miami
•    Chicago
•    Los Angeles
•    Las Vegas
•    New York

Jet-setting across the United States is fabulous and freeing-especially behind the wheel of a sleek and sophisticated, luxury rental car in South Beach for a night of upscale clubs and dancing.  We are, of course, partial to the charms of South Beach because we live here.  Miami is a destination that boils all along A1A, spilling into boutiques, international cuisine, pulsating nightclubs and expansive beachlines striped with blues and greens.  But in order to stand out down here, you must do it up-in an exotic rental car South Beach style!  Remember, you will have competition, so choose your weapon wisely.

Chicago is the Midwestern party pick.  This enormous city assuredly has something to offer everyone, with international cuisine, hot clubs with unique themes, and charming Chinatown.  Because Chicago expands along the shores of Lake Michigan, we recommend an upscale sky bar, for uninterrupted views of the water and the incredible Chicago skyline.  This is a fast-paced and packed city, with many endearing and luxurious qualities to take in.  It is also a major world finance center, which makes a luxury rental car in Chicago a must to keep up appearances.

Los Angeles is another favorite of ours, because it is the Mecca of the rich and fabulous.  The West Coast has its charms, including a cooler season that we in South Florida do not have.  For this reason, a convertible luxury rental may not be advised during the cooler months.  LA is a living breathing city full of celebrities, posh entertainment options, famous chefs, striking coastline, and within proximity to venture to Las Vegas in your exotic rental car, if you were so inclined.

Ahh Las Vegas.  We could hardly write about the best party cities in the U.S. without mentioning sin city!  Everyone knows that what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, a quality that has helped to make it a favorite for people all over the world.  Glitter, glitz, gambling, excess and parties that appeal to many different styles can be found here.  Las Vegas is a thrill from the moment you check into your hotel and begin to stroll down the busy streets, surrounded by all of the luxury and options you desire. 

Jetting back to the East Coast, we cannot overlook the Big Apple-New York City. Notably Manhattan with its glittering skyscrapers, designer couture, upscale lifestyle and demanding attitude-this is definitely a city you do not want to visit without a luxury rental car New York style.  In New York, you do not get a second chance to make a first impression, and the glitziest turn heads.  Indulge in the city vibe during your stay here, and perhaps you will be ready for South Beach shortly after! 

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The Ferrari following world-wide can now adore the Ferrari 458 Italia, which was released ahead of the official reveal at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.  The passion of the Prancing Horse is prevalent in this stylish and creative rendition of the Ferrari featuring cutting-edge technology.

Ferrari focuses on control logic evolution, which is evident in the 458 Italia.  The 458 Italia is the most recent embodiment of the mid-rear engine Berlinetta.  The luxury car is completely redesigned from all angles-engine, aerodynamics, handling, instrumentation and ergonomics, and of course design. 

Speed and precision tweaks make this road-going Ferrari a pleaser, benefiting from the company’s Formula 1 experience.  This exotic driver’s dream responds to driver inputs, with reduced internal friction in the engine resulting in lower fuel consumption than the Ferrari F430.  Ferrari has always stepped up to the plate in terms of creating a symbiotic bond between car and driver-a relationship that stands the test of time through continuous improvements and modifications to bring the two closer.

To sum up the Ferrari 458 Italia, this luxury car is capable of a smooth 0-62 mph in less than 3.4 seconds, with a max speed upwards of 200 mph-pretty slick.  Next time you are visiting us in Miami, you can try a Ferrari rental South Beach style, and feel the true quality of the brand!
 

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This story makes an impact, literally, in the world of luxury cars. We want to begin this shocker with the background and facts.  In the United States it is mandatory to insure a motor vehicle prior to titling it, and enforcement varies.  For example, in New York State, it is possible to be arrested for driving an uninsured vehicle if you incur a moving violation while operating it, a violation that would otherwise result in a traffic ticket.

In the UK, however, the consequences for driving an uninsured vehicle can er, have a bit more weight.  You see, in the UK, uninsured vehicles are seized by police, and if the owner fails to produce the appropriate documents to reclaim their car, they are permanently confiscated.  Exotic cars and those with greater worth are often auctioned off, with the proceeds filtering directly back to the police.

Yet with the economic downturn affecting the UK with the same power it is the U.S., the sheer numbers of uninsured cars are on the rise, and more drivers cannot afford the documents needed to reclaim them. In the UK, if a car has no serial number, is foreign registered or involved in a sensitive crime, it fails to exist within the limitations of the registration system, and must be crushed without appeals.

Unbelievably, Porsches, Hummers, BMW 3-Series, Bentleys, Range Rovers and a Mercedes-Benz S-Class have all been crushed in the UK.  So here is the question-Could you destroy a luxury car?  And the next question on everyone’s minds-How can I purchase one of these exotic cars before they are simply destroyed?  We feel you.  There are a few websites we browsed after searching, listing Alfa Romeos, Mercedes, BMW’s and more for sale-happy shopping!

This has nothing to do with the U.S. Cash for Clunkers Program, which destroys only engines that are deemed ‘gas guzzlers’.  The Cash for Clunkers Program awards a $4,500 reward for turning over your clunker, and using the reward to upgrade to a new, fuel-efficient, green car that will impact the environment to a lesser degree.  There is a list of rules available for the program online, and at participating dealerships.  We are not certain if they will allow you to upgrade to a Ferrari, but you can still locate a luxury rental car in Miami while you are scouring the UK for the best deal!

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Florida is famous for the miles and miles of beautiful beaches that outline the state- drawing visitors from all over the world.  But as anyone who has been here will attest, there is much more to the South Florida experience than sun-worshipping.  If you are not a “beach person”, you need not fret because South Florida and its luxury can be experienced sans a beach towel-let us tell you how!

If you fancy yourself an aficionado of all things epicurean, or would love to learn more and sample, then Miami is just the spot for you during August and September.  This is when a cornucopia of food and taste and cultures unite for “Miami Spice 2009”.  This palate-pleasing experience dishes up indulgence from some of the best known chefs in the world, at ridiculously low prices.  During Miami Spice, participating establishments will be offering three-course meals for $22 at lunch and $35 at dinner.  Learn more about luxury rental properties available during your stay.

If you tend toward the pleasures of the grape, consider The Miami International Wine Fair in late September, where guests will have the opportunity to taste more than 1,500 different wines from 20 countries. Famous importers and distributors will be there to offer tastings and information on their products. It is a great fusion of supply and demand as buyers gather from across the USA, Canada and the Caribbean to meet with exhibitors and give attendees a taste of the simple luxuries in life.

Another great idea is the Miami Seaquarium, an easily accessed and wonderfully educational spot on the Rickenbacker Causeway-not far from the University of Miami. The Miami Seaquarium is set in a lush park that spans a full 38 luxurious acres along Biscayne Bay. Full of exhibits and offering tours and breath-taking shows, there is something for everyone. For the adventuresome, there is the opportunity to get up-close-and-personal with sharks, dolphins, sea lions and other marine life…even killer whales!

The iconic colors and architecture of Miami Beach’s Art Deco district might be as famous as the beaches themselves. South Beach is full of art deco-style buildings and there is a local historical architecture group dedicated to preserving it all. The Miami Design Preservation League helps to educate visitors and to promote this unique style by offering 90-minute guided walking tours that are led by local historians and architects. Or, if you prefer to amble through the district yourself, they also offer multi-lingual audio guides for rent.

These are just a few of the many ideas for a luxury Miami vacation.  There certainly are other luxury staples, such as high-end shopping, fine dining, exotic rental cars South Beach style, entertainment variety, and nightclubs known for celeb-spotting.  We will see you soon!

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