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Island Gardens

Island Gardens

Several years ago, I scouted a location for an early morning fashion shoot. I needed an incredibly scenic spot, a place with powerful city views as well as plenty of nature. In short, I needed a location that encapsulated the spirit of Miami. Where was this? It was on Watson Island – the site of what is supposed to be the future Island Gardens – home to luxury yachting, leisure, dining, retail, entertainment, residences, and a fine resort.

The development of Island Gardens began in 2001, with initial agreements being made …

by Chanoa Chen on September 7, 2011

Fisher Island – The 37th Most Expensive ZIP Code in the U.S.

Fisher Island, a sparkling, private island community in the Biscayne Bay, is one of the most luxurious locales in the United States. Just ask Forbes – they ranked this Miami Beach island to be number 37 in the country as the most expensive ZIP code.
The island is gorgeous and has a history just as interesting. Carl Fisher traded the island to William Kissam Vanderbilt II for Vanderbilt’s mega yacht – after his many attempts at developing the island were disrupted by politics. Vanderbilt proceeded to have a spectacular mansion, guest …

by Chanoa Chen on July 5, 2011
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