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This has been a delightful week away from the usual routine. Yes, I’m at my desk for several more hours of work, home at my condo now. But it’s no big deal. Because in the back of my mind, I know I’ll return with my girlfriend to our beachfront hotel room by mid-afternoon or so, probably heading off for a margarita somewhere. The past two days we’ve bellied up to a seaside table at Lulu’s Bait Shack, which is very near the Marriott where we’re staying. Lulu’s is a funky, fun, beachy place and they make very tasty margaritas at an equally tasty price. Add some salsa and chips and – mmmm, you know you’re vacationing on the Fort Lauderdale beach.
Last night, we took another swim in the hotel pool followed by a totally relaxing hot tub. I feel like Gumby when I come out of a hot tub, especially after a couple drinks. Very pliable, very relaxed. At least I assume Gumby is very relaxed. He always appears that way to me.
At one point, I was looking out at the dark ocean from my seat in the hot tub, a pleasant jet of water streaming against my back. The moon was rising, just as pale and hazy as earlier in the week but fuller now of course. And I thought, “This is really so beautiful. The palm trees and the sea and the humid summer air – I could be anywhere. At a gorgeous resort in Greece or Italy or even Asia or the Middle East or the South Pacific. Who needs to go far from home to experience a getaway when you live in South Florida?” And the best thing is that the best is yet to come. And I do mean best. On Friday, we’ll get the chance to spend the last night of our “staycation” at the brand new Ritz-Carlton in Fort Lauderdale. As luck would have it, this hotel is, like, 200 yards from the hotel we’re in now. So we’ll pack our bags and move on up and really finish with a bang. I’ll tell you about our Ritz experience next week. But I already pretty much know what to expect. After staying in great luxury hotels around the world as a travel writer, I’ve learned that the Ritz is among the top properties anywhere. It’s an opportunity to get out of our beach clothes, dress up a bit and enjoy a real cocktail at the beautiful Ritz bar. Let’s just say that on Friday afternoon we probably won’t be going to Lulu’s for a margarita.
Last night, we took another swim in the hotel pool followed by a totally relaxing hot tub. I feel like Gumby when I come out of a hot tub, especially after a couple drinks. Very pliable, very relaxed. At least I assume Gumby is very relaxed. He always appears that way to me.
At one point, I was looking out at the dark ocean from my seat in the hot tub, a pleasant jet of water streaming against my back. The moon was rising, just as pale and hazy as earlier in the week but fuller now of course. And I thought, “This is really so beautiful. The palm trees and the sea and the humid summer air – I could be anywhere. At a gorgeous resort in Greece or Italy or even Asia or the Middle East or the South Pacific. Who needs to go far from home to experience a getaway when you live in South Florida?” And the best thing is that the best is yet to come. And I do mean best. On Friday, we’ll get the chance to spend the last night of our “staycation” at the brand new Ritz-Carlton in Fort Lauderdale. As luck would have it, this hotel is, like, 200 yards from the hotel we’re in now. So we’ll pack our bags and move on up and really finish with a bang. I’ll tell you about our Ritz experience next week. But I already pretty much know what to expect. After staying in great luxury hotels around the world as a travel writer, I’ve learned that the Ritz is among the top properties anywhere. It’s an opportunity to get out of our beach clothes, dress up a bit and enjoy a real cocktail at the beautiful Ritz bar. Let’s just say that on Friday afternoon we probably won’t be going to Lulu’s for a margarita.
posted by LauderBLOGGER at 11:05 AM
A seaside table at LuLu's overlooking the ocean with the breeeze in your face and a margarita in your hand...pure heaven. Been there many times and every time is better than the last. Great choice Lauderblogger, have one for me.
Hi and thanks for your nice comment. I just got it and plan to head back to the beach in about one hour. So yes, I will DEFINITELY have one for you! If you feel slightly tipsy this afternoon, you'll know why! ;-) Bob
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