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Globally, Miami is synonymous with music and escapism. It's the beach city in which to let your hair down, party at the best clubs, and sip cocktails by the pool. But for those who want to experience a little more beyond the famous nightlife, here’s our guide to the best alternative hotspots the Magic City has to offer.
Enjoy a bohemian spa treatment at Faena’s Tierra Santa Healing House
Faena
Designed by the director Baz Luhrmann, the Faena has been dubbed Miami’s coolest hotel and is the crown jewel of Argentine hotelier Alan Faena’s $1-billion six-block arts district. Underneath the surreal, creative ambience of the hotel lies the Faena’s vision of escapism – the Tierra Santa Healing House. The South American-inspired spa spans an entire floor, with a holistic approach to healing, relaxation and fitness. The Tierra Santa journey promotes transformative healing through the use of indigenous ingredients, traditional methods and state-of-the-art technology. Melt away in the jasmine hammam next to heated amazonite stone and choose a treatment inspired by shamanic rituals. Highly recommended is the signature Tree of Life Vibrations treatment: as the body rests on a heated bed, a combination of sacred oils are poured along the pressure points of the spine, followed by a hot-stone massage. All the while, sounds from Nepalese singing bowls enhance the experience.
