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Saturday, February 27, 2010

Miami - Gateway to the Americas

Miami is a diverse and vibrant city with a cosmopolitan mix of people and cultures - know as the "Gateway to the Americas" you would be forgiven for thinking you were in another country while in this tropical Paradise. A strong Latin influence brings lively rhythms to the dance floors and bars with Salsa, Meringue and Reggaeton added to the music mix! Don't be shocked to hear Spanish, French, Creole and Portuguese spoken amongst the locals! But don't worry, you'll still find plenty of good old fashioned American eateries and stores to make you feel at home - so leave your passport at home and come experience America's most colorful city!

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Leave the driving behind!

The great thing about a Miami Beach Vacation is you can choose to leave the car behind and walk. Almost everything you could want to do is within easy walking distance from your Miami Beach Hotel! Including Shopping, Site Seeing, Restaurants, Bars Clubs and more and don't forget the fantastic beach with miles of scenic boardwalk to enjoy an evening stroll of jog! So not only can you relax, enjoy a drink and get some fresh air, you can also walk away those extra pounds we all gain from all the great food you can enjoy. Miami Beach has restaurants to suit every taste from Italian, to Chinese, Japanese Sushi and more. So pack your bags and bring your appetite, we'll have your room ready!

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Miami Beach in the movies

Miami Beach not only attracts the rich and famous (it's not uncommon to see celebrities on Lincoln Road!), it also has a long history of attracting the movies. The wonderful sunny weather and beautiful scenery make Miami Beach the perfect location for many moves and TV shows. Here's a list of movies filmed or set in beautiful Miami Beach:

2 Fast 2 Furious
8th & Ocean (2006–2007)
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Absence of Malice
Absolute Zero
Ace Ventura: Pet Detective
Adaptation
Ali
All About the Benjamins
Alright Already (1997–1998)
American Scene Magazine (Official title: The Jackie Gleason Show); 1964-1970. First two seasons filmed in New York City; 1962-64.
Any Given Sunday
Aquamarine
Bad Boys
Bad Boys II
Bad Boys III
Bait Shop
Band of the Hand
The Bellboy
Big Trouble
Black Sunday
Blood and Wine
The Birdcage
Body Heat
The Boy In The Golden Kimino
Brooke Knows Best (2008)
Brown Sub, Miami
Burn Notice (2007—present)
Cane (2007—2008)
Caddyshack (1980) (boating scene filmed in Biscayne Bay; balance of filming done in Broward County)
Casino Royale
The Champ
New in Town
Cocaine Cowboys
Confessions of a Shopaholic (film)
Crash (1978 film) (a/k/a The Crash of Flight 401)
The Crew (1995–1996)
Crime Busters
CSI: Miami (2002–present)
Dave's World (1993–1997)
Deep Throat
Dexter (2006–present)
Déjà Vu
Donnie Brasco and also in New York City
Dostana, Bollywood film
Drop Zone
Empty Nest (1988–1995)
Eve (2003–2006); in Miami Beach
Fair Game
Flipper (1964–1967, 1995–2000); in Coral Key
From Justin to Kelly
The Galindez File
Gentle Ben
The Golden Girls (1985–1992)
The Golden Palace (1992–1993); in Miami Beach
Goldfinger
Good Morning, Miami (2002–2004); in Miami Beach
Grapevine (1992, 2000)
Gringo Wedding
Hogan Knows Best
Holy Man
Hot Stuff
A Hole in the Head
In Her Shoes
Invasion (2005–2006); in Homestead
Invasion U.S.A. (1985 film)
Iron Boys - Miami Holiday
I Love Lucy (various episodes)
The Jackie Gleason Show (1960s incarnation)
Karen Sisco (2003–2004)
Knights of the City
Lady In Cement (1968)
Lost (TV series)
Maximum Bob
Making Jake (Irish Reality Series)
Making Mr. Right
Marley and Me
The Mean Season
Meet the Fockers
Mental Glitch (John Walters)
Miami 7
Miami Animal Police (2004—present)
Miami Blues
Miami Guns (2000)
Miami Ink (2005–2008)
Miami Medical
Miami Rhapsody
The Miami Story
Miami Vice (1984–1990)
Miami Vice (film)
Moon Over Miami (TV series)
Moving Target
Mr. Nanny
Nightmare Beach
Nip/Tuck (2003–2006)
Notorious (1946 film) (directed by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Cary Grant and Ingrid Bergman)
Nude on the Moon in Coral Castle
Nurses (1991–1994)
Ocean Ave.
One World (1998–2001)
Odd Man Out (1999-2000)
Out Of Sight
Pepe Vila Body Shop
Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach
Poppi (film)
Porky's
Quick Pick
The Real World: Key West
The Real World: Miami (1996); in Miami Beach
Red Eye
Reno 911!: Miami
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise
Sabado Gigante
Satan Was A Lady
Scarface (1983 film)
Shoot Down Documentary (2006)
Silk Stalkings (1991–1999); in West Palm Beach
Smokey and the Bandit II
Some Like It Hot
Something In the Night
South Beach (2006); in Miami Beach
Summer Job
Super Fuzz
Surfside 6 (1960–1962); in Miami Beach
There's Something About Mary
Thunder ball
The Happening (1967)
The Specialist
Tony Rome (1967)
Top Chef (season 3) (2007)
Transporter 2
True Lies
Where the Boys Are (1960)
Wild Things
Wiseguy (1987–1990)
Wrestling Ernest Hemingway
Young Entrepreneur Society


So enjoy your stay and don't forget to bring your cameras!

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Beach Views

If you want an Oceanfront Hotel in Miami Beach, then the Marseilles Hotel is perfect! This perfect location offers beautiful views and easy access to miles of sandy beach with the clear warm seas and refreshing ocean breezes.
So grab the sunscreen, beach towel and bikini and make your reservation now - your Miami Beach get-away awaits!

Monday, February 22, 2010

Gone Fishing!

If you enjoy Deep-Sea Fishing or Reef Fishing , them Miami is the place for you! There are ample charter companies here to choose from and in only ten minutes from the dock you'll be in deep sea or the Gilfstream with some fantastic fishing opportunities! Catch include Dolphin Fish, King Fish, Sail Fish, Mahi Mahi and more. And what better than after a great day of fishing to cook up a barbecue!

Check with your South Beach hotel concierge upon arrival for availability and prices and happy fishing!

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Golfing In Miami Beach

If you're a golfer, then when staying at the Marseilles Hotel you are just a five minute walk for the Miami Beach Golf Club. Originally opened as Bayshore Golf Course in 1923 as part of Carl Fishers Alton Road Division, the Miami Beach Golf Club recently underwent a $10 million face lift. The City Of Miami Beach hired The City of Miami Beach hired Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest and Associates for this extensive transformation.
Facilities include a Golf Pro Shop, Club House, Restaurant and Golf Academy - for more information visit:
http://www.miamibeachgolfclub.com

Friday, February 19, 2010

Shopping

If you like to shop - then Miami has it all! From unique boutiques on Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive to Outlet Shopping at the famous Dolphin Mall - Miami will make any shopaholic happy! And for spouses of shopaholics - Miami offers spectacular fishing, diving and golfing and more. There's even a Children's Museum for the kids! So the whole family can be happy with their Miami Beach Vacation!

Over the next few days, we'll explore some of these activities in more detail - right now I'm off to the beach - See you there?

Thursday, February 18, 2010

Our Beach


South Beach boasts one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! White sand, warm blue sea and lots of eye candy for those that like to people watch! Year round sunshine is yet another reason people escape to Miami and of course the Marseilles is located perfectly nestled between South Beach action and Miami's miles of sand and sea. Even the lifeguard stations here have a style all of their own. So what are you waiting for? - get out of the cold and into the sun, sand and fun of Miami Beach!

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

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Marseilles Hotel
1741 Collins Ave.
Miami Beach, Florida 33139

Phone: (305) 538-5711
Toll Free: 1-800-327-4739
Fax: (305) 673-1006
Group Sales: (305)-503-1431

Email: rlewis@go-miamibeach.com

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Visit Our Facebook Page

We are happy to let you know that the Marseilles Hotel now has a Facebook Page and is also on Twitter! Visit the Marseilles Hotel Facebook Page at the address below and become a Fan for some exclusive deals!

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Miami-Beach-FL/Marseilles-Hotel/460226220062

Monday, February 15, 2010

South Beach Art Deco

South Beach (or "SoBe" as the locals like to say) boasts one of the largest most beautiful collection of art deco buildings in the world. Saved from the demolition ball in the 1970's, thanks to the hard work of the Miami Design Preservation League many of these magnificent buildings and beach front hotels have been lovingly restored and preserved.

Self guided walking tours are offered as per below:
Walk through Miami Beach's Art Deco District at your own pace, and learn about its architectural history using our iPod-based self-guided tour and accompanying map. The complete tour takes approximately 1 1/2 hours, but you can set your own pace.

Commentary is provided in one of four languages: English, Spanish, German, and French. Self-guided tours are available at the Art Deco Gift Shop seven days a week, from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. (iPods must be returned to Gift Shop before it closes at 7:00 pm.)


Art Deco Gift Shop
1001 Ocean Drive
10 Street and Ocean Drive
Miami Beach, FL

Phone: 305-531-3484


What a great way to experience this city and stay in shape too!

Saturday, February 13, 2010

Everglades National Park

A trip to Miami couldn't be complete without a trip to our world famous "River of Grass" the Everglades National Park. Home to unique wildlife including crocodiles and alligators. The perfect way to experience this unique eco-system is on an exciting air boat ride. Just minutes away from South Beach the Everglades National Park will be an experience to remember for years to come - just don't forget your camera!

Friday, February 12, 2010

Boat Show

Miami Beach is bustling this weekend because the International Boat Show is in town. Billed as the greatest Boat Show in the world - it certainly lives up to its name. There are some amazing boats to see! There's fun for the whole family, with exhibits, shows and contests.
Don't worry if you missed it - Miami Beach has plenty of other great events and attractions all year long. So book your Miami Beach Vacation now and come enjoy all that this exciting city has to offer!

Thursday, February 11, 2010

Swim with the Dolphins!

Ever wanted to swim with Dolphins? Well, when you stay in Miami Beach why not take a trip to the Miami Seaquarium and visit the new Dolphin Harbor? At Dolphin Harbor have the opportunity to kiss, hug, dance, rub and get up-close to these friendly mammals. You’ll also have the chance to get a dolphin ride across the pool. Participants in this program must be 52” or taller. There's even a shallow water Dolphin Encounter for Non-Swimmers and younger visitors.
You'll be sure to take away memories to last a lifetime - just another great reason to book your Miami Hotel Stay soon!

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Valentine's Day Getaway


Valentine's Day is just around the corner and what could be more romantic than a getaway to Miami Beach? The Marseilles Hotel boasts beautiful hotel suites which make the perfect love nest while in our Tropical Paradise. So why not surprise the one you love and book now - you'll both be more than glad that you did!


Monday, February 8, 2010

Miami Beach Nightlife

Miami Beach is famous for its bustling nightlife with a vast array of bars and clubs to suit every taste. If you're out after dark, just a few blocks from your South Beach hotel is the famous nightclub Mansion .

Mansion, named “Miami’s hottest club” by People magazine, has played host to some of the entertainment world’s most glamorous events, from Diddy’s MTV Video Music Awards celebration party and Britney Spears’ This multi level dance club hosts some of the countries top DJ's and events and is a great venue to spot models and celebrities. Be sure to dress to impress!

Sunday, February 7, 2010

Family Vacation Time

If your visiting Miami for a Family Vacation, then Jungle Island (formerly Parrot Jungle Island) is a must visit destination. Just a ten minute drive from the Marseilles Hotel and you are transported to a Tropical Rain forest Oasis. See up close the 'Liger' (half Lion and half tiger). Enjoy bird and reptile shows and get up close and personal with a whole array of unusual beasts. And when you're done relax on the Jungle Island Beach, while the kids splash down the 'Hippo' water slide. So go ahead - take a walk on the wild side at Jungle Island!

Saturday, February 6, 2010

Duck Tour Fun in Miami Beach!

If your looking for something fun and unique to do while staying at the Marseilles Hotel - then try a trip with a "Duck Tours". You'll ride through the Miami streets in an amphibious vehicle with a fun guide to explain all the facts and history of this magic city. Then you'll take a plunge as your vehicle drives into the bay for a captain's eye view of Miami and the homes of the city's rich and famous. This is a trip not to be missed and located just minutes away from your Miami Beach hotel room - so go ahead - get quacking!

Friday, February 5, 2010

Lincoln Road

Carl Fisher envisioned Lincoln Road as Miami Beach's answer to New York's Fifth Avenue or L.A.'s Rodeo Drive. This pedestrian only street is a tropical outdoor shopping and dining experience not to be missed. Only one block from the Marseilles Hotel, Lincoln Road offers a large selection of restaurants to suit every taste as well as a unique shopping experience, with many stores you won't find anywhere else. Sundays on Lincoln Road are the best days to visit, with regular antiques fairs and a farmers' market. And of course don't forget your camera - there are many sights and people here that you may wish to capture.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Ocean Drive Miami Beach

A visit to Miami Beach would not be complete without a trip to the world famous Ocean Drive located just a two minute walk away from the Marseilles Hotel. Ocean Drive boasts a great selection of restaurants, shops and clubs and of course the Versace Mansion. The News Cafe is a great place to stop for breakfast and "people watch", who knows you may even spot a star or two, as this is a popular hang out for many movie and sports stars while here in Miami.
To enjoy a taste of Miami's Tropical Flair - don't miss a night out at
Mango's on Ocean Drive - Sexy Dancers and Samba rule in this Brazilian themed bar, restaurant and club. and don't worry if it all gets too much - your room at the Marseilles Miami Beach Hotel is just a few minutes walk away! So have fun and don't forget your camera!

Monday, February 1, 2010

Marseilles Hotel - Miami Beach Vacation Tips


Miami Beach truly is America's playground - Whether you want to get away and relax or join the excitement of this city, Miami Beach has it all! Fine Dining, Shopping, Beautiful Beaches, Water Sports, The Arts, Theater....the list goes on and on and the Marseilles Hotel is the perfect place to stay.
With its beachfront hotel location, this remodeled Art Deco hotel boasts beautiful landscaped grounds, fine service and tastefully decorated rooms. All located just steps away from the world famous Lincoln Road Mall and Ocean drive.
In the upcoming entries, we'll share with you some of the sites and experiences that Miami Beach has to offer and we encourage you to share your vacation tips here too!