Need a Break? Escape to Miami, Florida for a Long Weekend Wellness Getaway
The city's quiet beaches, lush gardens and longevity center make for an ideal stress-relieving trip
Key Takeaways
- Explore Vizcaya Museum and Gardens for a peaceful escape amid historic architecture.
- Unwind on North Beach with a good book, a soothing massage or live music under the stars.
- Learn how Pritikin Longevity Center combines nutritious meals and fitness to improve wellbeing.
This Florida hot spot may not be the first place that comes to mind for a wellness escape, but it may just surprise you. Hear us out: Beyond Miami’s clear waters and sandy shores you’ll find spa retreats, soothing gardens and a longevity center to prioritize your wellbeing. So pack your bags and get ready for a little R&R!
Reconnect with nature at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
The coastal city of Miami—better known for its vibrant nightlife—is the perfect locale for a mini reset to improve your health. If you’re planning a quick getaway, BÉIS’s new limited-edition glossy mint and plum carry-on luggage is the perfect size for a long weekend (or week, if you can spare a few extra days!).
Start your trip with a visit to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, a sprawling estate built in 1916 by agricultural industrialist James Deering. Let time slow down as you admire the artwork and historic decor inside the villa before stepping outside and getting lost in acres of lush, green gardens.
Once you’ve worked up an appetite, visit Little Havana for classic Cuban cuisine—Old’s Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina is known for its vaca frita, a crispy shredded flank steak served with mouthwatering garlic and adobo.
Grab a book and unwind on Miami’s North Beach
To while away the afternoon under the sun, head to North Beach, a quieter, low-key beach where you can relax with a good book or simply listen to the waves lapping at the shore. For extra pampering, pencil in time for a massage at The Spa at Carillion Miami, the largest spa on the eastern seaboard. Or visit the Miami Beach Bandshell, an open-air amphitheater, for music under the stars.
Nourish your mind and body at Pritikin Longevity Center
Ready to build better habits you can take home with you? Schedule a stay at Pritikin Longevity Center, a medically supervised wellness resort where you can work directly with doctors, nutritionists, personal trainers and more to improve your wellbeing. Savor flavorful meals made with nutrient-dense whole foods, build strength during aqua aerobics classes, improve mobility at group yoga sessions, find your zen in a sound bath and learn how to quiet your mind during a beginner-friendly meditation class.
Pritikin’s science-backed approach to treating both mind and body has helped many guests reverse their diabetes, come off high blood pressure medication, lose weight and more. By the time you head home, you’ll feel like a new person!
Bonus: Enjoy a mini Miami wellness vacation at home!
Enjoy a healthier sweet treat with a creamy parfait from Pritikin’s menu while you enjoy Miami’s picture-perfect beach views.
Tia Maria Parfait
- 2 Tbs. Tia Maria coffee liqueur
- ½ tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 Tbs. fresh raspberries
- 2 fresh mint leaves
- Sprinkle of granola
Directions: Mix Tia Maria, vanilla, yogurt and maple syrup together in a tall glass; top with berries, mint and granola. Serves 2.
Get lost in views of turquoise waters
You’ll feel like you’re in “the Magic City” as you admire Miami’s white-sand beaches and swaying palm trees—all set to relaxing music in this tranquil YouTube aerial video.
A version of this article appears in the November 23, 2026 issue of Woman’s World.
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