‘Dig’ explores more than end of world | South Florida Arts News & Review

“It is the end of the world as we know it,” uncannily announce the opening credits of USA Network’s new series “Dig.” Although it seems quite misleading, that is truly what it is all about. An apparent Armageddon steered by issues of religion, prophecies, conspiracy, politics and murder. As an American-Israeli co-production, “Dig” explores much more than end of the world prophecies and intricate religions, appearing to be an interesting mixture between popular productions like “Homeland,” “The

‘Kingsman’ offers unique look at spies | South Florida Arts News & Review

Awkwardly blurring the line between parody and reality, “Kingsman: The Secret Service” shines as a bizarre, but interesting, attempt to revamp the spy movie genre with an amazing cast but mediocre storyline. An adaptation of the comic book series by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons, the movie follows the journey of street boy Eggsy (newcomer Taron Egerton) as he is saved from a life of crime and recruited into a secret agency of exceptional spies. Old comrade and spy mate of Eggsy’s late father, H

‘Wicked’ brings Emerald City to life | South Florida Arts News & Review

“No one mourns the wicked, now at last she’s dead and gone,” chant the citizens of Oz. However, Wicked is not gone at all. Back in Miami for the third time, the musical returns to the Ziff Ballet Opera House with a brand new cast that almost outshines the Broadway stars. Based on the novel by Gregory Maguire, Wicked has been played all around the world. Although base camp is in New York, they do have a national touring company that has been bringing the magic to different cities for more than

Fifth Harmony embodies girl power | South Florida Arts News & Review

Although girl bands are usually known to be cheesy, mediocre and all about the image instead of the music, Fifth Harmony breaks the harsh stereotypes once again, by releasing a new album full of potent vocals and upbeat pop melodies. Since the group skyrocketed to fame in 2012 after signing with Simon Cowell’s record label, Ally Hernandez, Normani Kordei, Dinah Hansen, Camila Cabello and Lauren Jauregui keep proving that they are not just fierce girls, but truly great singers that deliver their

UK tea culture spreads to South Florida | South Florida Arts News & Review

Freshly brewed Darjeeling tea, sweet scones, pastel colors and fancy British china right in the heart of Miami seem like an impossible scenario. However, a growing unlikely trend is allowing for this to happen across South Florida. Miami is well known for its sunshine, beautiful beaches, extravagant clubs and exotic drinks. But, as the city slowly develops into a more cultured area with art galleries, museums and exquisite cuisine, it seems like cocktails, coffee, beaches and pools are not the

Three cities in two days creates entertaining weekend getaway | South Florida Travel Writers Group

ORLANDO, Fla. — At the busiest point of Halloween night, as I was desperately trying to survive the squeezing hordes of drunk, overexcited people and piercing electronic music, I received an unforeseen call. This call was from my mom and, surprisingly enough, I was happy to receive it. Some Halloweeners believe The Grove in Coconut Grove is the best place to be during these festivities. But, for me, it was basically hell in a single block. Ear-piercing music, the unsettling smell of cheap alcoh

Key Biscayne, Virginia Key offer getaway beaches, parks, natural island settings | South Florida Travel Writers Group

As a massive bridge propels you into clear blue skies, you look ahead and there is no land. Just water and sun. With the hectic city life out of sight, suddenly the white sand and peaceful shores become more alluring as you soar above Biscayne Bay and down into a getaway paradise known as the islands of Virginia Key and Key Biscayne. Water, a toll and a bridge are all that detaches these barrier islands from the rest of Miami, giving them the distinction of a faraway haven but they are really c

Inside help saves visitors’ time standing in Walt Disney World attraction lines | South Florida Travel Writers Group

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — As Milagros Ruiz, a 21-year-old tourist from South America, fanned herself with a crumpled Magic Kingdom brochure, the young girl behind her kept stepping on her foot as she jumped up and down with excitement to hop on Peter Pan’s Flight. Bored to death but tied to her family, Ruiz distracted herself by listening to the hysterical complaints of a woman who claimed the man in front had somehow cut the line. The air-conditioned hall was just a few feet away, but sticky pe

5 Listography Books That Will Make Your List-making Dreams Come True

Diaries and journals might be a thing of the past, because now it’s all about listography books, your new BFFs that will keep you company day and night. Some time ago we used to grab our journals and pour our feelings and thoughts into them, however now you can do the same but with a slight twist, thanks to a variety of different books that go from list-making to guided daily questions that make writing much easier. Besides, who doesn’t love making long lists and answering random questions? Here

5 Autobiographies That You Should Read Before The Year Ends

There’s no better feeling than siting by the beach in summer or by the warm fire in winter with a copy of your favorite book and some time for yourself. If you consider yourself a book lover, you know what we’re talking about, and you can probably already smell that particular new book scent that makes us fall in love with reading even more. We love diving into a new world of fiction, where sometimes we feel such a part of it that we have to put the book down for a sec, take a breather, and go b

5 Unique Items You Can Get At The RoseBowl Flea Market

The Rose Bowl Flea Market is like a magical dimension that only opens up the second Sunday of every month. It’s a dimension made of vintage dreams. Here you’ll loose yourself among tents and tents of unique items such as retro furniture, vintage clothes, plants, Indian carpets, handmade candles and basically handmade everything. The Rose Bowl Flea Market is so huge, that one single day is really not enough. Known as the mother of all flea markets in Los Angeles, this place is a magical land full

Easy Ways To Learn A Language At Beginner Level

Learning a new language is not only practical and cultural, but it’s also quite fun and entertaining. There’s nothing more disappointing than being surrounded by people speaking a different language and not being able to put in a single word, not a single one. You feel sad and maybe even uneducated. Not to mention how frustrating it is to travel abroad without being able to communicate at all. Weak translations and annoying apps are not solutions. Besides, wouldn’t it feel great to suddenly cat

5 Tips For A Achieving A Great Night Sleep

Getting a good night sleep is one of the most rewarding and satisfying feelings you’ll ever get, especially if you’ve had a rough day or an exhausting week. There’s nothing like waking up in the morning to rat’s nest in your hair, a peaceful mind and that “woahh” feeling as soon as you open your eyes. However, getting to fall asleep within easily or even getting good quality sleep is not as easy or common as it sounds. So, here are 5 tips for achieving a great night sleep. We all love the feeli

5 Self-Help Books That Are Underrated And Definitely Deserve A Chance

Reading transports us to different worlds, different places and even different moods. When we’re submerged in our favorite book we magically transport ourselves to different realities. However, sometimes we actually read about our own reality, that being non-fiction books that help us cope with everyday life issues. Whether we like them or not, we all eventually need them. There’s a ton of famous self-help books that become major bestsellers and end up in everyone’s night table, but here are 5 s

Top 5 Easy Plants To Take Care Of If You're Not A Nature Pro

The aesthetic of indoor plants is just one we cannot resist, especially if they’re in white modern pots with brown wooden legs. Real plants are back in fashion, and they make for a perfect healthy home accent that will not only add a minimalist touch to your décor, but also a make your place a bit less lonely. However, whether you’re a busy woman or a stay-at-home gal, plants are actually difficult to take care of, not to mention keep them alive and thriving. So, here are the top 5 easy pans to

Most Creative Gifts For The Stranger Things Fan

There are simply three levels to the Stranger Things fandom: oblivious, avid watcher and completely obsessed. You either never watched the show and never will, you binge watch the entire series in a single night, or you can repeat every single dialogue and own more Stranger Things merchandise than an actual professional collector. If that’s the case, or if you happen to have a friend that is a die-hard enthusiast, here are the most creative and perfect gifts for the Stranger Things fan. This mi

Top 10 Places For A Weekend Getaway Near Los Angeles

When you live in Los Angeles there’s plenty of fun things to do, either if it is grabbing a delicious lunch, getting a coffee at a cute spot, go vintage shopping or even running on a stunning hike. However, if you call L.A. your city of residence, sometimes you might need to get away for a bit and relax, and there’s actually plenty of delightful nearby destinations that offer a perfect weekend getaway within just a few hours of Los Angeles. It’ll feel like an amazing staycation, guaranteeing the

Midtown Miami makes for daylong amusement

When living in Miami, it seems like the best and most obvious thing to do on a day off is to visit the beach, dive into a pool or go shopping. However, as Miami develops into a city filled with high culture, arts and cuisine, there are many more options available than those involving toes in the salt and sand. Designed to resemble New York’s SoHo, Midtown has become a chic location to visit. Comprising the trendy neighborhoods of Wynwood and Edgewater and located just around the corner of Miami

‘All The Bright Places’ hits all the right spots with charming, heartbreaking plot

A suicidal teen convincing a depressed girl that there is no point in killing herself is pretty contradictory, but it is precisely this contradiction that brings out the light and the lessons of “All The Bright Places.” As a cyclical novel that starts with despair, climaxes in joy and comes back to sadness again, Jennifer Niven’s story is a journey in which a suicidal boy, Theodore Finch, along with his troubled friend Violet Markey, explore all the brightest places that prove there is indeed b
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