The Slice: Tropical Getaways, Hidden Gems and Animal-Like Art From Our Latest Issue
Travel with us to exotic oases, buzzy hotels and dreamy day trips.
Mayan Oasis
Perfectly positioned in the Yucatán Peninsula, and about 70 miles from Key West, Club Med Cancún offers an up-scale all-inclusive experience designed with families in mind. Fresh off a renovation project that reimagined its Sports & Wellness Island and created a dedicated Family Oasis with Kids Club, Baby Club Med and a new splash pool with Mayan-themed water features, every need and experience has been carefully considered. Flamingo traveled to Club Med Cancún this spring to check it out firsthand. Read our feature story on the luxury digs and family fun awaiting at this oceanfront resort. clubmed.us
“Boy With Wings”
It wasn’t the sunshine that brought Johnny Cruel to Florida in the 1930s. It was the wings protruding from his back. After escaping the locals who believe he’s the spawn of Satan, Johnny journeys throughout the South, meeting murderers and merry bands of misfits in Mark Mustian’s new book, “Boy With Wings.” markmustian.com
FL-NC Connection
Artist Marcia Moore spent 15 years living in Florida without facing a hurricane as destructive as Helene, which tore apart the region of North Carolina where she now lives and works. Moore is most recently known for her signature sculptures made from upcycled bicycle tires, but she is also a talented illustrator. See her depictions of Native American communities that inhabited an area of Florida known today as Crystal River Archaeological State Park here. For more on Moore, her drawings, forensic sculptures and TireSquatch art, follow @marciakmoore.
What’s the Buzz?
Before Orlando’s ette hotel flies out from underneath the radar like their Queen Bee specialty cocktail, make it your business to book a stay or, at the very least, spend an evening imbibing on the rooftop bar. In fall 2024, this boutique resort rolled out an exotic mixology program rivaling anything else in the state. Helmed by international cocktail professor Jarl de Vries, the extensive menu caters to those with a penchant for small-batch spirits, fresh botanical ingredients and applause-worthy presentations—all in perfect harmony with Michelin-starred chef Akira Back’s restaurants, Lipa Rooftop and Salt & The Cellar. ettehotels.com
Staycation Inspiration
Dreaming of a vacation, but short on time? Booking a private cabana, spa package or massage is just a few taps away, thanks to the Daycation app. Founded in Miami, this on-demand daypass service lets you plan an afternoon enjoying luxury hotel amenities. With participating resorts throughout the Sunshine State, you can play tourist in your own city—and the app is expanding to other states and tropical locales as well. It’s the easiest way to treat yourself, no hotel check-in or suitcase required. daycationapp.com
