Take Me to Miami

Hello Live Laugh Decorator's, I'm Linda from Calling it Home.  

Nicole and Debbie crack me up big time while inspiring me to try new ideas with my decorating. I am thrilled to be here sharing ideas with all of you. It only seemed fitting that I do a vacation post. Hit play....and let's go!  

  We are touring the Viceroy Luxury Hotel designed by Kelly Wearstler.   

How many ideas will you be stealing? I am definitely feeling the yellow love. Keeping with that Miami flavor, I'll leave you with my favorite Zumba workout video....it's for beginners....I'm still working my way up to the beginner level.  

  Thanks for having me, ladies. Enjoy your time off.

Vacation Destination Vs. Hotel Decor.....

So when it's time to plan that getaway, I always try to cop as many deals as I can, but if airfare is included, that's not always possible. I mean, these airlines charge you for every darn thing...mark my word one day soon we will be paying a separate charge for the use of oxygen while in flight. Hence, I usually end up settling for the basic kind of accommodations. Hey, I'm easy as long as the hotel is a safe area, clean and centrally located it's a win win for me...Double Tree and Four Season hotels are usual my go to brands.  
Now, Niks on the other hand sees her accommodation choice as part of the whole travel experience and will usually splurge on this, while my motto is I just need a place to sleep and store my luggage while exploring the chosen local.
But, I must confess that after coming across some of these hotel images, I feel that I have been depriving myself of a great treat while on vacations. Take a look and you'll see what I mean.

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This is hands down my favorite...amazing mix of color.

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The perfect honeymoon setting

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Can you believe this is the reception area of the hotel...if you're thinking Vegas..you nailed it.

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Errr...a hanging seat in the lobby..and it's kid friendly.  Who would have thought...LOL

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Do you only splurge on the hotel if it's for a special occasion? Or do you agree with Niks that a chic and sexy hotel can make all the difference on how you view your vacation experience?  Have you ever stayed in a hotel that just took your breath away with it's amazing design?

Have a great weekend and be safe. See you on the flip side.

xoxo

Debbie B.