Daudier Brings His Own History to the Biltmore

They say Miami is a melting pot of cultures, but then those same people say Miami has no culture. Who are they anyway? Obviously, they've never been to the Biltmore, which has an embarrassment of history and culture under one lofty roof. For starters, the Biltmore is a melting pot itself. Once the tallest tower in Florida, the luxury hotel was frequented by presidents (Franklin D. Roosevelt set up a temp office for his fishing trips), various Vanderbilts and Rockefellers, the famous, and even the infamous. During World War II, it was turned into a VA hospital. A few decades later, it was back to a luxe hotel and named a National Historic Landmark. Now, spicing up the melting pot of cultures is Tropical Sundays. Legendary Haitian entertainer Jean-Michel Daudier, who was nominated for the Ambassador of Hope for Haiti, plays live Caribbean music poolside (at one time, the pool was the largest in the world) from 1 to 5 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Cane drinks and specialty mojitos are half-price.
Sundays, 1 p.m., 2011

 
My Voice Nation Help
0 comments
Sort: Newest | Oldest
 
Browse Voice Nation
  • Voice Places Broward / Palm Beach

    Voice Places

    Find everything you're looking for in your city

  • Happy Hour App

    Happy Hour App

    Find the best happy hour deals in your city

  • Daily Deals

    Daily Deals

    Get today's exclusive deals at savings of anywhere from 50-90%

  • Best Of

    Best Of...

    Check out the hottest list of places and things to do around your city