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Matt Meltzer is the former Miami Editor for Thrillist, a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, former pageant judge in the Miss Florida America system, and past contributor to Cosmopolitan magazine. In addition to Thrillist, Matt is a Senior Editor for MiamiBeach411.com and professor of Business Writing at the University of Miami, where he is a member of the boxing team. Prior to Thrillist, Matt was the Director of Student Housing at the Miami City Ballet School, during which time he completed two Ironman triathlons. Matt graduated with a BBA from Miami and holds a Masters in Journalism from the University of Florida. He currently lives in Miami with his Betta fish, Bob.
12 Vacation Ideas That’ll Get You Stoked to Travel This Winter
Published: November 21, 2019 at 4:15pm EST
Here are some overshadowed places nearby and abroad to make the most of the cold. more
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Actually Cool Places to Go For Thanksgiving, With or Without Your Family
Published: November 1, 2019 at 5:07pm EST
Some of the best destinations around the country and beyond are dynamite to visit… more
Whether you want to lean fully into holiday season or escape to somewhere warm, there’s a destination for you. more
The World's Most Breathtaking Country Is a Cinch for Americans to Move To
Published: October 1, 2019 at 5:24pm EST
If you're under 30, you can get a working holiday visa for a year to move to New… more
Photographic Proof That Fall Is the Best Time to Visit Our National Parks
Published: September 27, 2019 at 3:41pm EST
You might have visited a handful of America’s most popular national parks as a kid… more
America's Best Places to See Fall Colors (That Aren't in New England)
Published: September 19, 2019 at 4:50pm EST
Plenty of parks, mountains, and forests around America rock vivid autumn foliage, beyond New England. Here are the best places to… more
Whether it's champagne spraying or cocktail sipping, here are the best pool parties in Miami. more
The Best Places in the U.S. and Around the World to Travel in July
Published: May 30, 2019 at 3:55pm EST
You've got a plan for the first four days of the month. Then what? We've got you covered. more
Bottomless and full o' booze... these are all the best brunch deals in Miami and where to find 'em all. more