There’s a radio station that pumps its signal through almost every car, bodega and liquor store in South Beach, its playlists dotted with celebrity-laden station IDs proclaiming Miami to be “The Sexiest Place on Earth.” While one is inclined to believe the likes of Lil Wayne and Trick Daddy when they say as much, it’s still a lofty claim. In fact, for those accustomed to cooler climates — particularly those of us who are built for comfort rather than speed — sexiness can feel like something of an elusive pursuit, particularly in the persistent heat of a South Miami summer.


















