Winter is coming. Where have I heard that before? Well, it’s arrived  and in the spirit of our ‘Ladies First’ issue we thought a special  destination piece for you ladies out there was just the ticket.

Pack your bags we’re headed to the Beach. Bring the entire girl herd because we’re heading to South Florida for Pegasus World Cup Stakes race January 2023. Plan a long weekend in the sun. Stay in a luxury beach resort with all of your besties and experience the excitement, parties, celebrities and fanfare that Gulfstream Park offers up every year during this memorable event.  So pack those hats and dancing shoes because this isn’t your ordinary race day, it’s a two day iconic event that you won’t want to miss.

THE EVENT

Let’s talk about how 1/st Entertainment has modernized racing by turning their events into experiences. If you’re not familiar with Pegasus World Cup here’s a quick catch up.

In 6 years, Pegasus World Cup has quickly established itself as South Florida’s leading luxury sports and lifestyle event of the year. Nationally broadcast on NBC and distributed globally, Pegasus World Cup attracts A-list celebrity attendees, fashion icons, influencers and avid fans to catch a glimpse of the event of the year.

Launched in 2017 as part of 1/ST’s mission to excite, energize and modernize the sport of racing for a new generation of fans. It sets the stage for everyone.

During the event where would your lady soiree be most comfortable? Make your experience as VIP as you’d like it to be, here’s some options to mull over. 

SUITES

The ultimate private Pegasus World Cup experience. Host your party in one of our luxury suites with a customizeable menu and beverage package. Plus enjoy a furnished balcony overlooking the Gulfstream Park racetrack, in-suite restroom, personal wagering kiosks, and TVs to take in all of the racing action. 

FLAMINGO ROOM

Be in the inner circle. Flamingo Room is the who’s who of the day. Toast and mingle with celebrities and influencers while seeing the racing action from the third level of Gulfstream Park. Immerse yourself in sexy acrobatic cabaret performances, live music, and premium dining and beverage offerings with finish line racetrack views.

TEN PALMS

The ultimate entertainment package. Let us host you all-day with gourmet food buffet and cocktails while you watch the races with floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of the entire racecourse. Enjoy spectacular track and finish line views, walk-around tellers, chef-inspired food stations and a cash bar. 

CLUBHOUSE/APRON

From the apron rail to the elevated grandstand or the walking ring, the clubhouse offers a traditional race day experience where you can enjoy the action and pageantry of the Pegasus World Cup.

CAROUSEL CLUB

The ultimate homestretch experience, anchored by a 19th century carousel as the main bar, featuring live entertainment, exciting food & beverage programming and unparalleled “up on the rail” views.

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WHERE WE’LL BE STAYING

With a paradise-like setting of sweeping ocean front views and sugar sand shoreline complemented by award-winning restaurants and an array of outdoor activities, the Hollywood Fla’s iconic Diplomat Beach Resort is the ideal hotel for ladies looking to enjoy the best of South Florida, including Gulfstream Park’s many attractions and the Pegasus World Cup. Centrally located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale, the Dip is only 2.2 miles away from the Hallandale race track and has recently gone through a $100 million renovation. The seaside hotel now features two fitness centers, beachfront pools, an infinity pool terrace, fashionable private Trina Turk-styled cabanas and upper-deck casitas, along with complimentary group fitness classes, bicycle rides, and kayaking and paddle boarding. It’s also part of the Hilton Curio Collection so you can rake up the points while digging your toes into the sand on your Diplomat beach chaise.

 

There are six culinary concepts onsite, ranging from grab-n-go options to alfresco dining, including Diplomat Prime, an award-winning luxury boutique steakhouse. Inspired by the hotel’s iconic period through the 1950s, the restaurant incorporates elements of sophistication and playful femininity, including a large mural photograph of female icons Mary Howard and Ann Morris playing with a beach ball by the ocean in 1941, the perfect setting for a dinner amongst BFFs.  

The 14,000-square-foot spa is fully operational and features a waterfall sanctuary and an excellent range of treatments and therapies, including something for everyone, like facials, massages, body wraps, and nail services. Perfect for you and your girl herd.

ROOMS: The Dip’s more than 1,000 rooms are contemporary and stylish, with interiors in shades of blue, white, and bright colors that reflect the sea and sky outdoors.

 

BOOK Your Room at THE DIPLOMAT

 

If you find all of the rooms are booked up at The Dip, we also recommend The Hyde beach resorts or there’s a link on gulfstreampark.com with discounted rates.

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images in this blog were provided by Gulfstream Park, Pegasus World Cup and The Diplomat Beach Resort