Jesse Scott

1 week ago | aventuramagazine.com | Jesse Scott |Abigail Duffy

Held annually on April 22, Earth Day is more than just a date on the calendar—it’s a call to action to take care of the only planet we have. In South Florida especially, there is no shortage of ways to help keep our beaches, parks, and waterways pristine. For locals looking to get their hands dirty and make a difference, here are two Miami-based cleanup efforts you can join to make a difference this Earth Day—and every day.

3 weeks ago | aventuramagazine.com | Jesse Scott |Abigail Duffy

Now in its seventeenth year, Miami Beach Pride is more than just a festival—it’s a movement. What started as a small-scale march down Ocean Drive has evolved into a massive weeklong-plus spectacle that draws 180,000 attendees to the heart of Miami Beach. The tradition continues March 27 to April 6, bringing with it a powerful mix of entertainment, advocacy, and inclusivity. Stephanie Swanson, the festival’s director, has been instrumental in shaping Miami Beach Pride for more than a decade.

2 months ago | aventuramagazine.com | Jesse Scott |Abigail Duffy

In search of a new four-legged friend? Your next puppy pal could be wagging its tail and licking your face at a yoga session or even a HIIT class. Wellness Woofs—the brainchild of twins and social media mavens Cory and Alexa Arnowitz—offers exercise classes populated by not only folks looking to get fit, but another group of attendees: adorable, adoptable dogs. “I was scrolling on my phone and seeing all these sad dog videos on social media,” Alexa explains.

Dec 17, 2024 | browardpalmbeach.com | Jesse Scott

Sure, Miami is getting all the buzz lately for being the hottest culinary city in the U.S., but you'd be remiss to forget its neighboring city just 15 miles north — Fort Lauderdale, which is also home to some of the best bars in South Florida. From the white sand-edged A1A highway and restaurant-packed Las Olas Boulevard to the graffiti-splashed neighborhood of Flagler Village, the city is booming with culinary offerings, both old and new alike.

Dec 10, 2024 | aventuramagazine.com | Jesse Scott |Abigail Duffy

While we may never experience the joys of a white Christmas here in South Florida, the Magic City makes merry all the same, creating Christmas cheer with an impressive roundup of full-scale light spectacles (think: palm trees and yachts bedecked with all kinds of holiday pizzazz) that are sure to warm holiday hearts. Here are some of our favorites. Jungle Island In collaboration with Lektrik Art, Jungle Island brings its popular Luminosa festival back to Miami for a third year.