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Swyft Tips for Unlocking Foursquare Badges!

By Francis 'Skip' Frantz on October 5, 2010

Swyft & IQPC want to help you unlock the most coveted fourquare badges during the International Contact Center Expo in Miami!

If you’re playing foursquare, you’ve probably unlocked the Newbie, the Local and maybe even the Adventurer Badges.  We’ve put together a list of some of the badges you might be able to earn during your upcoming trip to Miami



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Miami Hot Spots

By Francis 'Skip' Frantz on October 4, 2010

Foursquare users in Miami sound off on the best places to explore, and make the most of your International Contact Center Expo trip to Miami

We’ve tapped into the wisdom of local foursquare(@4SquareMiami) users to bring you a list of great Miami Hot Spots to check out during your trip to the International Contact Center Expo in Miami.

During the conference, we’ll have more tips about what’s happening in Miami while you are there! Get details about the IQPC and Swyft Technology Foursquare Game happening during the conference.  Remember to follow Swyft at the conference for up to the minute conference alerts, including ways to win prizes!

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Miami Hot Spots:

The Vagabond
Categories: Nightclub, Discotheque, Bar
Why they love it: Great place to dance, late night bbq is awesome.
“Miami’s best indie crowd. With a massive outdoor area full of trees and cozy seating areas, you’ll feel like you are partying in the backyard of a stranger’s mansion.” – Michael Cohen, Miami Social

Michael’s Genuine Food & Drink
Categories: Ice Cream, Breakfast, Brunch
*tags: sustainable food, outdoordining, tapas
Why they love it: Amazing brunch and Bloody Mary’s.
Random fact: Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer shared their first date. This place is listed as a top 10 restaurant in the country.
“Located in the hot Design District, this place always delivers with their fresh American cuisine.  They are dedicated to fresh local produce.” – BRAVO TV

La Camaronera
Categories: SeafoodWhy they love it: local favorite for seafood lovers.
“Their fried shrimp is the Miami Classic.” – Cruisine TV C.

Tobacco Road
Categories: Rock Club
Why they love it: Considered the oldest bar in Miami, and they serve up great food and great shows.
“Awesome bar. Great live music almost every night.  I think my forefathers used to frequent the place too.” - REL

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Finnegan’s River
Categories: Bar
Why they love it: great music and view of the river
*tags: bar, drinks, boat
“Great place…Irish Pub with Latin Miami Sounds…great view of Miami river.” – Sue V.

The Villa by Barton G
Categories: Uncategorized
Why they love it: The old Versace Mansion is an icon in South Beach.
“Split the Dover Sole. It’s delicious and enough for two people.” – Craig P.

The Standard
Categories: Hotel, arcade, spas/massage
Why they love it: Sunday night bingo!
“love bingo Sunday nights, you’ll be surprised how the crowd comes together from hotel guests, spa guests, to locals in the know, as well as, the model crowd! Always a nice way to end the weekend!” - DavidHallerRealEstate

Prime on Twelve
Categories: Steak
Why they love it: fried oreos and mac & cheese…oh and great steaks too. [this place is uber pricey, but if you want to catch a glimpse of where the paparazzi hangs out to catch athletes and celebs, this is it.]
“Good steak, kobe meat ball. Watch out for table in the bar, Jamie Fox might be sitting there.” - Pavlo

Joe’s Stone Crab
Categories: Seafood
Why they love it: hands down the BEST Stone Crab you will ever have the pleasure of eating. No Reservations, but everyone recommends the take-out anyways.
“Go to Joe’s and get take-out. Walk across the street to Southpointe Park and dine while watching the cruise ships pass by.” – John N.

Versailles
Categories: Cuban
*tags: zagat, coffee, Cuban food, cortadito
Why they love it: it’s the quintessential Cuban Food Experience. Presidents and Pop Stars head here for the best Cuban coffee in Miami – sold from a walk up window no less.
“…get a taste of Cuban inspired cuisine.  Most likely the best Cuban food in town with great service and atmosphere. Try the Arroz con Pollo.” – Robert R.

Latin Burger & Taco Truck
Categories: Food Truck/Street Food, Burgers, Tacos
Why they love it: It’s the tastiest moving target on foursquare. Follow @LatinBurger for up to the minute location.
*tags: cheap, gourmet, celebrity chef, food truck
“It’s the Miami take on Five Guys.” – Roman C.

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