Josie Gulliksen

Josie Gulliksen is a freelance writer and major arts advocate and enthusiast who loves everything cultural and is excited to live in such a thriving community as Miami. A Miami native, aside from Miami on the Cheap, she currently writes for Artburst Miami and contributes to Edible South FL and Miami Media Group. She has contributed to Miami.com, Biscayne Times and Miami New Times. She worked for nearly a decade at Miami Today as Calendar Editor and arts writer and then worked for 13 years in public relations. She has her own blog Scene Around South FL at josiegulliksen.com

Free fun for your family and friends with a beach ball display and end of Summer Bash. Now, through Sept. 30, you can dine, shop, and stroll at CityPlace Doral and enjoy a fun Beach Ball Display. Enjoy 1,300 rainbow-hued beach balls floating overhead on the boulevard. Guests will have a ball experiencing photo moments …

The long Labor Day Weekend usually signals the end of summer so we’ve rounded up some ideas on how to make the most of those three days: Visit Deering Estate. There’s a special $5 admission on Labor Day Weekend. Click here for all the details. Spend the day two-wheeling through some of Miami’s many bike …

Gourmet and specialty markets, wine stores and even Italian restaurants are great places to visit for free wine tastings and gourmet cooking demos which are always followed by samplings of what’s been prepared. Here, we’ve comprised a list of places to seek out where you’ll find just that: Happy Wine This no-nonsense wine shop, started …

Who doesn’t love a good Happy Hour? With great prices on cocktails and food, it’s the best way to unwind after the 9-5 grind. We did our research and have put together this extensive list of the best places for happy hour around Miami. Enjoy! Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply Co. 237 20th St., Suite …

With its large population of Cuban exiles, Miami has among the best Cuban food in the world. So, when you’re in Miami, do as the locals do and don’t spend a fortune on delicious Cuban food. That means you’ll have to venture out away from some of the tourist areas of Miami Beach and Downtown …

The City of Coral Gables known as “The City Beautiful” is a wonder of Mediterranean architecture and rich history. One of its most iconic and beloved sites The Biltmore Hotel is a 1920s marvel and a shining example of historic preservation so who better to host free weekly guided tours there than Dade Heritage Trust. …

Despite Miami-Dade County’s modernization, historic buildings can still be found throughout the region. Look closely and these buildings have stories to tell. Map out your route and take a drive to these points of interest. They provide a history lesson via architectural design and structure. By no means is this a comprehensive list, but we …

Miami-Dade is filled with great trails that allow you to be active with your bicycles on a budget. Whether you want to mountain bike or just take a nice cruise, here are 13 free and cheap bike trails in Miami-Dade County that you and your family can enjoy. Remember to always take sunscreen, a water …

When it comes to viewing art, it can be good to think outside the box. It’s not always necessary to go inside a boxy museum to view it. Miami has plenty of public art you can see from your car or while on a stroll. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the …

No matter what your age, playing games is always fun. And although AARP is usually associated with those 50 and older, their free online options are great for all ages. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter. AARP has lots of online …

Everyone needs financial assistance sometimes, but finding the resources during tough times can be difficult. There are, however, plenty of them available. They range from help with medication costs and filing for unemployment to food banks, rental and utility assistance and small business loans. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami …