Riptide Music Festival Expands to Three Days! Announces New Lineup!

Great music, Gorgeous beach, and huge crowds can only mean one thing..the Riptide Music Festival is on the way! Another year of great bands and musical lineups will entertain on Fort Lauderdale Beach for the third annual Riptide Music Festival. Thanks to huge crowd turnout (over 37,000 people attended the festival last year), organizers this year have expanded the event to three days. Headlining sets will include Panic! At the Disco, 311, and even a Jacksons reunion.

Taking place November 30-December 2, this year attendees can look forward to a weekend filled with a mix of millennial alt-rock, pop, and 90’s throwback jams. Performers include bands such as Everclear, Third Eye Blind, and Collective Soul. The Friday lineup will surely attract fans of legacy acts, as tributes to two music titans, Michael Jackson and Prince, will take the stage to perform the 2 music legends top hits. On Saturday younger fans can look forward to rocking out to the musical offerings of Panic! At the Disco, Cold War Kids, Sublime with Rome, and Dirty Heads. Groups such as Third Eye Blind, Sugar Ray, and The Crystal Method will round out the festival on Sunday.

The first wave of passes for Riptide Music Festival went on sale September 14^th, and pre-sale tickets are available for as low as $60 for 104.3 The Shark Chum Club members. There will be three tiers of general admission tickets, with each one increasing in price as the festival date approaches.

Check out the complete Riptide Music Festival 2018 lineup:

Friday, November 30

• The Jacksons
• The Sugarhill Gang
• Baha Men
• Lisa Lisa
• Sheila E.

Saturday, December 1

• Panic! At the Disco
• Sublime With Rome
• Young the Giant
• Dirty Heads
• Cold War Kids
• Blue October
• Bishop Briggs
• Robert Delong
• Sir Sly
• Alex Merton
• Bob Moses
• Dreamers
• Lovelytheband
• The Driver Era
• Two Feet
• Superorganism
• The Knocks

Sunday, December 2

• 311
• Live
• Third Eye Blind
• Collective Soul
• Sugar Ray
• Everclear
• The Crystal Method
• Just Loud
• Silent Rival
• DJ Immortal

Click here for more info on the festival!

Spatember Ends Soon! Check Out these Great Fort Lauderdale Spas Before it’s Too Late!

The start of fall means something special for Fort Lauderdale residents…Spatember!

Pamper yourself with special packages and $99-services at the area’s most luxurious spas throughout the month. Spatember treatment options include full body massages, exfoliating body scrubs, facials, masks, eye and lip treatments and more.

Here are some great options to treat yourself before it ends September 30^th:

The Spa at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa

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The Spa at Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa offers specially discounted Spatember treatments such as 50-minute NuFACE Facial, using micro-sculpting technology; the 50-minute Royal Body Treatment with an exfoliating scrub, hydrating body masque and scalp massage or foot massage; and the Massage Medley, a combination of aromatherapy, Swedish massage and deep tissue massage. Booking a treatment provides access to the spa facilities, including a private pool and jacuzzi. A 20-percent gratuity based on the original price will be added to each service.

3030 Holiday Drive, Fort Lauderdale; 954.525.4000; marriott.com

Conrad Spa at Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach

Pamper yourself at the Conrad Spa’s 90-minute Rest massage at Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach for $99 (normally $240). The full-body treatment boasts precisely applied pressures and Swedish massage techniques. The massage is perfect for those struggling with sleeplessness, as it helps to balance the nervous system and induce serenity. Another huge hit is the spa’s Revive massage (normally $236), which includes exfoliation, targeted compressions and massage and stretching techniques aimed at reviving the body and clearing the mind. The treatment also helps to stimulate circulation and metabolism.

551 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.414.5100; conradfortlauderdale.com

The Ritz-Carlton Spa at The Ritz-Carlton, Fort Lauderdale

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The Ritz-Carlton Spa holds the special honor of being the only full-service beachfront spa in Fort Lauderdale. Boasts a special relaxation lounge before sampling any of the $99-treatment options, which range from an anti-aging facial to the All You Need Are Results treatment (includes a clinical-strength retinol peel), an Alpha Beta peel, a recovery mask, an All About the Basics full-body treatment and more. The All About the Basics treatment includes a full aromatherapy oil massage, a chamomile eye treatment and a shea butter scalp massage.

1 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.465.2300; ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/florida/fort-lauderdale/spa

Heavenly Spa by Westin at The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort

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Welcome to heaven! Heavenly Spa at the Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort presents some of the most unique Spatember offerings in Fort Lauderdale. With specials priced at $99 that include a body sculpt massage, a 50-minute Surf and Sand Body Buff & Massage, and a 50-minute facial with a HydraFacial Perk™ lip or eye treatment, you’ll truly feel as if you are having an other-worldly experience.

321 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.245.3040; westinfortlauderdalebeachspa.com

Spa Atlantic at The Atlantic Hotel & Spa

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The perfect fusion of traditional rituals and a holistic approach come together at Spa Atlantic at Atlantic Hotel & Spa. Spatember specials are available seven days a week for the entire month of September, and include a 50-minute Awaken Facial with eye and lip treatment and a Detox Wrap with 25 minutes of foot reflexology.

601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.567.8020; atlantichotelfl.com

The Red Door Salon & Spa at The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale

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Enjoy a day of shopping and pampering at The Red Door Salon & Spa, conveniently located at The Galleria. A leading beauty spa with a wide assortment of spa treatments, Spatember treatments include the Essential Facial with a technology add-on (LED therapy, oxygen infusion or microdermabrasion); the 80-minute full-body Escape Massage; and the seasonal manicure and pedicure, which includes a customized foot bath and a paraffin treatment.

2598 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; 954.564.5787; thereddoor.com

Schedule your spa time now because these great deals end this month! You deserve it!

Ready to Live Lavishly? The Newly-Renovated Luxe W Residences Fort Lauderdale Makes Everyday a Vacation

As Fort Lauderdale continues to establish itself as a leader in South Florida luxury, well-known residences are following the trend and updating accordingly. One of the most recent properties to take luxury living to the next level is the W Residences Fort Lauderdale. Redesigned by Related Group, residents can now enjoy never-ending amenities and great perks in one of the top real estate cities in the country.

W Residences has always had a desirable beachfront location. Situated between the Intercoastal and Atlantic Ocean, rooms showcase breathtaking waterfront views on both sides. Related Group took on the task of revamping the property’s 171 rooms and public spaces in the West Tower. The oceanfront pool area, lobby, and bar (called Living Room), have been reimagined by award-winning design house Meyer Davis Studio. The studio opted on highlighting modern, beachy design a color motif of stark white interiors accented by deep blues and grays. Units are fully furnished and boast sleek kitchen designs with state-of-the-art appliances and bedroom with contemporary open bath areas.

On to the world-class amenities! The W offers a modernized hotel pool with a unique glass encasing that allows guests to see through the bottom of the pool and take photos. Perfect for Instagram! On the weekends guests can enjoy full dining and drink service, as well as live DJ. The reimagined Living Room bar area is also noteworthy, showing off a gorgeous main bar with various lounge areas throughout, as well as couches and tables outside that face the gorgeous white, sandy beaches of Fort Lauderdale. Additionally, the lounge offers live entertainment every night, and adjacent to the Living Room Bar is a sushi bar with some of the freshest sushi in the city. Speaking of food, make sure to check out the on-property dining options, Steak 954 and El Vez, both from famed restaurateur Stephen Starr. Enjoy contemporary American food and mouth-watering steak and seafood at Steak 954, or lively Mexican-themed fare such as carnitas tacos or spicy branzino at El Vez. Whatever your choice, your taste buds will thank you!

I love seeing so much luxury real estate in Fort Lauderdale and taking note of the amazing transformations taking place daily. The W Residences has done a wonderful job of living up to the increasingly higher standards of this fantastic city, and I look forward to seeing the new luxury real estate that pops up in the future!

For more information on Fort Lauderdale real estate, contact Joann Edwards at 954-770-8525 or realtor@joannedwards.com.

Make the most of South Florida living by experiencing daily water views in one of the best locations in Fort Lauderdale. Located directly on the Intracoastal Waterway, 2 BR/2 BA Corinthian condo 3C is filled with custom finishes, great views, and an overall charming atmosphere. The spacious private balcony gives way to fantastic Intracoastal Waterway views, almost as if you are on your own personal cruise ship! Wouldn’t it be great to enjoy a bottle of wine with friends while watching the daily boat parade of mega-yachts cruising down the Intracoastal? The great location of this condo ensures that making great memories with friends over mesmerizing views are sure to come.

The creatively redesigned interior is also a sight to see! Take note of wood flooring enhanced by matching doors and trim. The kitchen is full of updates, including custom Cherry cabinets and gorgeous granite counters. Granite can also be found in the bathrooms, master bedroom, and on all window ledges. Other highlights include expensive NEFF custom built-ins, skim-coated ceilings, and floor-to-ceiling LR/DR glass wall. 3C also boasts a split floor plan, especially convenient for those desiring privacy when expecting guests. 2 roomy bedrooms complete this listing, with the Master suite bathroom showcasing an enlarged glass enclosed shower.

Corinthian Condominium is a leader in resort-style living in Fort Lauderdale. Residents can enjoy amenities that include an updated lobby, 2 level library with floor to ceiling glass water views, heated rooftop pool and clubhouse with full kitchen facilities for entertaining, 3 room fitness center on the penthouse level with panoramic ocean views, and 24 hour security. You’ll absolutely love the location, as it’s only minutes away from world-renowned restaurants and shopping centers, Galleria Mall, Coral Ridge Yacht Club, and Fort Lauderdale beaches. Never run out of things to do! Fort Lauderdale is fast becoming a leader in real estate, so invest in a Corinthian condo now, and feel confident you’ve made a wise investment!

Why not see this condo for yourself? Contact me at 954-770-8525 or realtor@joannedwards.com for a private showing!