Anyone who has been to Miami Beach on a weekend has likely been a witness to some of the minor gripes that affect the city, namely its traffic and scarcity of parking.  These are the kinds of problems that most popular tourism cities have to deal with, but there’s usually someone behind the scenes trying to do something about.  If you live in the Apogee condo, getting around is about to get a little easier.

The Electric Bicycle Store opened its doors last week in Miami Beach right on the much traveled Alton Road.  Interestingly, the store is perhaps the first to try and spur adoption of such a means of environmentally conscious transportation not only in Miami Beach but also in the country.  The store offers Apogee Miami Beach residents and tourists the option to purchase a bicycle at varying prices or rent one on an hourly or daily basis.

Here in South Florida people heavily favor traditional automobiles so The Electric Bicycle Store has an uphill climb of sorts in broadening people’s preferred method of transportation, even if it is clearly a much better earth-friendly alternative.  Still, if you ever plan on exploring Miami Beach from Apogee South Beach, it may be worth at least renting one of these bicycles as it will surely save you time and money.

The Super Bowl weekend proved to be quite a boon for Miami Beach condos like Apogee South Beach and local businesses.  Besides the increased presence of tourists and out-of-towners, Miami’s own tourism industry will certainly be enjoying a rebound of sorts.  In fact, it’s projected that the Super Bowl may have contributed over $153 million to South Florida’s economy.

To put things into a more detailed perspective, high end Miami Beach condos like Apogee Miami Beach were charging anywhere from $1,000 to a whopping $2,500 a night for visitors to stay in a condominium by the beach.  The last time a Super Bowl was held in South Florida back in 2007 nearly $200 million was generated thanks to the presence of the Colts and the Bears.  Things may be a little cooler this time around but another Super Bowl weekend is certainly a plus.

As for the Apogee condo, if you’ve never been to the building you can find it within the South Beach area as part of the exclusive collection of Miami Beach condos in the South of Fifth area.  The building is known for its low number of units and small size that allow it lots of privacy and tons of square footage in each of the 67 units within the building.

Are you living in Miami Beach condos like the Apogee South Beach but find yourself tired of the same restaurants and hotspots in the city?  Recent eateries like the French inspired Caviar Kaspia and Au Pied de Cochon can be walked to from the Apogee condo but you may want to schedule a visit to those two places for another day and instead check out the new Lemon Twist.

The name of the Lemon Twist bistro may be familiar as it actually existed in the city before, way back in 1998 before Apogee South Beach was even a glint in its developer’s eye.  Interestingly, the original Lemon Twist was owned by Eric Omores who nowadays is known as the man behind Nikki Beach.  Despite it becoming a popular hangout, Lemon Twist was turned into a sports lounge until restaurateur Alain Suissa chose to renovate the lounge and return the spot to its original name.

Besides the French interior design, the cuisine you’ll enjoy is directed by chef Chef Franck Hierholzer, a native Frenchman himself.  You’ll find a number of dishes that are actually quite common in France but hard to come by over here in the States like the Loup de Mer Provencale en Papillotte which is actually sea bass baked in parchment paper.  If you’re living in the Apogee condo, it’s definitely a must visit if you’re looking to try something new.

In case you’re unaware, Apogee Miami Beach belongs to the area known as South of Fifth in Miami Beach.  South of Fifth is generally considered to be the home of the finest Miami Beach condos, the Apogee condo being just one of several.

The South of Fifth location proves beneficial to Apogee for reasons that go well beyond its desirable location.  As has been the case with many Miami Beach real estate sales taking place nowadays, foreign buyers comprise the bulk of people investing in the city’s property, courtesy of the weak dollar.  What’s more, South of Fifth is seeing a tremendous amount of activity when compared to other areas like north of Fifth Street.  Of the priciest sales this year in Miami Beach, eleven of those were at Apogee South Beach.  A unit at Apogee starts at a handsome $3.5 million, by the way.

South of Fifth and Apogee may be where most of the activity is taking place but there are other condominium projects in the area that don’t carry quite as premium of a price tag.  Regardless, the fact that Apogee shows good signs when it comes to sales means that you can buy a unit there knowing that your investment has very little chance of coming into problems down the road and that you’ll be investing in one of the best Miami Beach condos in the city.

It’s safe to say that among the countless reasons why Apogee Miami Beach attracts residents, the fact that it’s within walking distance from Art Basel Miami Beach sure does help.  This annual event is considered one of the most significant art shows in the nation, maintaining a standing as a highly momentous cultural and social highlight for more than forty years.  Featuring a range of artwork from places throughout the world and more than 1500 artists with a mass of parties and exhibitions, Art Basel Miami Beach continues to uphold its sterling reputation.

Don’t expect the same Art Basel Miami Beach of years before.  Come December 3rd to the 6th, everything may look quite different than the classic layout you’ve become familiar with.  With the purpose of making more room for artwork and bigger visitor space many of the layouts will be undergoing an elaborate revamp.  A number of galleries will be switched around with the intention of creating a new look and feel that is completely near the Miami Beach Convention Center and the ocean.

There’s little doubt that if you presently live in Apogee South Beach then Art Basel Miami Beach is an event you’re very well aware of.  Conversely if you’re an art aficionado who wants to see some of the best work in the planet and mix with what’s sure to be an extremely assorted cast of attendees, clear your calendar for early December and make sure to visit Art Basel 2009.

The summer season is soon coming to an end, ushering in the winter seasons potentially bringing in a slew of snowbirds from the north looking to escape from the soon to be nippy weather.  If there’s a place to enjoy more agreeable weather while getting a feel for the rich culture and lifestyle, it’s Miami Beach, home of the Apogee condo.  If you plan on visiting Miami Beach soon, here are a few notable upcoming events.

Beginning on the second of October, the Festival Miami 2010 continues throughout the month ending just before Halloween.  Both local and international artists as well as student organizations perform a huge variety of musical genres.

Several art shows are also happening during October, close to Apogee Miami Beach.  On the 3rd, visit Lincoln Road to view the works of more than 35 different local artists as you sample delectable hors d’oeuvres.  On the last day of the month, the 19th Annual in the Park with Art features works by artists from the entire state of Florida, complete with free admission.