D is for Detour. And Delano. Which is where we initially landed when we caught a plane out of the Bahamas. That’s the funny thing about outrunning a hurricane. You don’t really care where you go, just as long as you’re not “there”.
I was delighted to finally visit Miami. And, I must say….I loved it. We were able to snag a last minute room at the Delano Hotel, on Miami Beach, and everything from the minute we drove up was dreamy.
You’ll have to check out their website to get the full picture of this chic boutique hotel. I knew it was supposed to be hip. But, I did not count on how welcoming they were to our children.
I’d never been to a beach that had organized play areas for children. My youngest son was enthralled with the colorful buckets and sand digging tools, which he “organized”.
My only complaint? We were there less than 24 hours.
Now, I’m thinking D…is for “Darling, can we go back to the Delano?”
Wishing you all a D-lightful Labor Day Weekend!!
images: ppt
It looks so beautiful! So glad you had a chance to get away and finish out the summer in style!! xo
Funny last time we were there we stayed at the Ritz figuring it woudl be more family friendly….good to know that the Delano which I was sure would not welcome kids, does in fact make them feel very much at home! Guess the silver lining was you getting to discover the Delano…hope you get to go back under less eventful circumstances!! Glad you are back safe and sound…..
What a wonderful place to hide out from the hurricane! I went to the Delano almost 10 years ago and would love to go back. Your pictures are stunning and you look adorable. Happy Labor Day! xx
D-lightful. Love your images!
Happy Long weekend dear.
pve
You are a wonderful example of "rolling with the punches!" Love the pictures of the toys on the beach. DDDDefinitely get back to Delano Hotel someday! Happy weekend,
Best,
Susan
How fun!! That place looks fantastic…and an organized play area for the children…perfect! Take care, Caroline
Glad you were safe and sound in such a chic spot! D is for Dreamy photos! It's so nice to read your bright and happy voice again!!! Thanks so much for your well-wishes, I've been down for the count for longer than intended, but hopefully on the mend and back to a more regular schedule next week.
Have a lovely long weekend!XO
D is for delightful – as in you and your lovely blog! At least fleeing the hurricane ended up being fun!
I like the way you think!! How wonderful that your detour turned out to be so successful. And love how your son organized his colorful beach toys – I see a budding artist or architect!!
I have stayed there and loved it. Have a great holiday weekend! xx
The Delano is beautiful. Talk about turning lemons into lemonade.
Happy weekend.
Victoria
Isn't it great when life throws you a curve and you find something so wonderful. Hope you have a great weekend with your family.
Angela and Renee
Looks like you bunkered down into a well designed sand trap (3rd photo)…a refuge from the storm maybe? I lived and worked in South Beach in the early 80's when it was still a retirement enclave, so I'm always delighted to see it in all it's restored glory!
D is for divine! Have a fun holiday weekend E!
xo Cathy
Glad to see a future organizational expert!
D is for daring… outrunning a hurricane and taking a chance on finding a room in Miami! How fortunate for you that it was the Delano… D is also for Dallas where you eventually spent last week, right? Hope you have a great Labor Day!
xxoo
Love the superman tshirt! I miss having younger boys! So glad you are safe and sound and that you had a nice trip to Miami! Warm and sunny is always fun!
Happy Holiday weekend!
Jan
LOVING your photos, and now I want to head right to Miami to check out this hot spot as well!
Great photos – the photo of the "organized" digging tools look like installation art! Your son has amazing potential for conceptual art.