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I’ve got a goal this year… to be a badass on a board. And before I go get suited up on the slopes, I’ll attempt to master the high seas with SurfSET Fitness. SurfSET classes train muscular strength, endurance and explosive power, while increasing balance, agility and aerobic conditioning - on a board. The paddling component of SurfSET builds in both cardio and resistance exercise that mimics the motions of surfing so you can train and tone at the same time. Yes I know, there are no photos of me mid-workout… it was not a pretty site. But you know what was a pretty site? The babes behind the boards (No I’m serious the dudes are hot). Duck-dive and pop-up with SurfSET fitness - you might score a rocking bod, and a boy to boot too… 

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From Miami to Montauk, from start to finish…
Here’s my month in recap
Ready, set, go!

Paddle Out. Manhattan Kayak Company.
Wednesday. 6 PM.

You’ve heard me profess my love for kayaking before (I’m a pretty bad-ass paddler if I must say so myself), so it was only a matter of time ‘til I took my skills to the seas. Manhattan Kayak Company, owned and operated by Eric Stiller and Brian Maxey, takes off from The Frying Pan… so you can have your beer and burn it off too…

@Jetsetfarryn: By no means did I plan my kayaking trip in the Hudson around #FleetWeek….

A beautiful sunset in #NYC… #ViewFrom http://lockerz.com/s/104785649
@manhattankayak @mnipon

Dip It. Dim Sum a Go Go.
Sunday. 8 PM.

A Hong Kong chef (Guy Lieu) in the heart of Chinatown where Wise Man’s Broth and Mai Fun Noodle Soup are as easy to come by as chopped salads and Chai Lattes in Chelsea. Yet the write-it-down menus and no frills decor set the spot apart. Dungeness Crab, fresh Sea Bass and the makings of a perfect Spicy Sunday spot.

Yummy in my tummy (@ Dim Sum Go Go w/ 3 others) http://4sq.com/jYlxYD

Sleep. Ruschmeyer’s -Montauk.
Friday. 5 PM.

There’s a reason travelers venture to the easternmost tip of Long Island to spend long weekends in Montauk. Its Brooklyn-meets-Malibu vibe attracts artists and musicians, families and singles, out-of-towners and locals alike. Montauk is the go-to getaway for those looking to escape, to stay under the radar and away from the sceney side of the Hamptons.

A few years ago Surf Lodge set the standard for a new kind of Montauk escape, with its relaxed and charming yet modern vibe. And where Surf Lodge might remind you ofGidget and beach bonfires, the brand new Ruschmeyer’s is your very own Camp Nowhere. Read my full review here…

Couldn’t disagree more http://bit.ly/mvBsMh RT @curbedhamptons: The Ruschmeyer’s backlash begins! http://curbed.cc/kuzS6e

A summer camp dream… (@ Ruschmeyer’s) http://4sq.com/jMHdnx

Dig In. Lunch Lobster Roll.
Saturday. 1 PM.

There are Lobster Rolls and then there are Lobsta’ Rolls (cue the Long Island accent) and Lunch is the best of the best south of Maine. The Lobster Roll Restaurant was purchased in 1965 by Frederick H. Terry Sr., and his Dad; Richard C. Terry Sr. when it was a tiny roadside clam shack on the Napeague stretch. The Lobster Roll Resto was coined as “Lunch“ (ya know, like me… and JetsetFarryn) and the rest is history. You can enjoy the Mac-n-Cheese, you can down some Fried Oysters, but let’s be serious… it’s all. about. the. roll.

@JetsetFarryn: Me and a Lobster Roll at @Lunchlobroll. Hanging in the kitchen with the cute chefs… Lucky me.

Pit Stop. Vickis Veggies.
Saturday. 3 PM.

I love the road from East Hampton to Montauk, especially when the road has hidden gems like Vicki’s Veggie stand. This East Hampton-based farmers mini-market specializes in organic and locally farmed produce. So stop on Montauk Highway and pick up strawberries, local beets and some seriously delicious zucchini bread.

Chill Out. Sunset Beach.
Sunday. 1 PM.

There’s just something about Sunset.... maybe it’s the Ibiza-esque shoreline dotted with Yachts or the St. Tropez vibe a-top it’s famed restaurant. Occupants spill from the boats onto the beach, some staying for the entire summer, others just for cocktails and dinner. André Balazs’s (yes we met, and it was epic) chic, hip hangout has set the tone for East End getaways since it opened in the late ’90s. This summer, see and be seen at this retro spot, just a short ferry ride from the more hectic Hamptons. There’s always time for mojitos and music…

Unnamed fashion icon, Ralph Lauren model, hot hotelier and sassy comedian. A girl never sees-and-tells http://4sq.com/k0oYnF

Dance. South Pointe.
Saturday. Midnight.

This summer, there’s a new sheriff in town. First Name: South. Last Name: Pointe…. And he’s raising the bar for tunes off of 27. South Pointe Nightclub (in the old RdV East space) opened in South Hampton with a weekend full of David Berrie, Funkagenda, Drek Martinez and Calvin Harris; Avicii and Max Vangelli followed suit. Some icing on the party-cake? The spot is equipped with palm trees, cabanas and a euro-vibe… so see you on the flip side. Questions or concerns? Contact Jonathan Schwartz, just say JetsetFarryn sent you.

@JetsetFarryn: Big night. Big moves. Big love. @Schwartzjon. @SouthPointeNY. @TheChainsmokers. @CalvinHarris.

Devour. Sripraphai Thai Restaurant.
Sunday. 8 PM.

Sripraphai Tipmanee came to New York 33 years ago starting out as a nurse. Turns out, she’s nursing me back to life post-Hamptons partying the best way possible: with spicy, saucy, noodle-filled food. Fried soft shell crab, Rad-Na, dumplings, Tom-yum shrimp, Bu-Du sauce rice, Yellow (karee) curry and more…. yeah, let’s sing a song called “I Ate The Place“… and I guarantee so would you.

I apologize for what I’m about to do to some Tom-Yum and Kao Soy (@ Sripraphai Thai Restaurant w/ 4 others) http://4sq.com/jIylL2

View. A Controlled Substance by Austyntatious.
Saturday. 8 PM.

I believe in nothing more than my sisters, so it’s no surprise (despite it being Miami, in June) that I hopped down south for Austyntatious’s first solo-gallery show. From prints to plexi, the show featured some of her best work and was only a small sign of things to come. Peep the pics, enjoy the view just don’t ask for your very own “Clutch”… it’s officially sold out.

@Austyntatiouss is officially sold out #flyingofftheshelves (@ Control Hair Saloon)http://4sq.com/muFucD

Major night for the creative clan @austyntatiouss @amandaweiner @jonalagem @jdoberti @ooandco @marckalman @derekwalin @spikeyjak

Shake It. Governors Ball Music Festival.
Saturday. 1 PM.

Coachella counting down-teens and over-the-Zoo adults hoped aboard the ferry to Governors Island for this year’s Governors Ball. The one-day, two-stage event featured some of the biggest and best live acts in electronic, dance, hip-hop and indie music; Girl Talk, Pretty Lights, Empire of the Sun, Passion Pit DJ Set, Das Racist, Neon Indian and Big Boi took over the isle (which is evidently the soon-to-be home of NYU Freshman) for twelve, straight, sunny hours. I loved the fun-for-the-whole family vibe; Governor’s Ball skewed more classy than trashy as opposed to most of the festivals we’ve seen this year…. VIP being worth it - hooray for skipping the ferry line and separate seating (kudos to the Fest makers for seriously well organized transportation. But, it’s a good thing Girl Talk sprayed the crowd with toilet paper – he had something to clean up his mess of a set with. Read my full review here…

Get It to @GovBallNYC: Reason #1, Massages; #2, World Series of Beer Pong; #3 @GirlTalk & @PassionPit; #4 Dance http://bit.ly/kLADXt #nyc

Explore. Not a Gallery at Tenent.
Sunday. 3 PM.

I first blogged about Not a Gallery in December for my Gift It Guide… and my obsession has only grown since meeting the handsome and charming Mr. Belmont face-to-face. Not a Gallery offers contemporary art for sale online, and now you can snag your own ready-to-hang pieces from two Hampton locales - inside the uber-cool Tenent Shop and The Bulls Head Barn in Southampton. So stroll on by and start-up a decidedly not-snobby art debate. Call yourself a connoisseur, I won’t tell….

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And I thought I was a daredevil…. Park City skiier Andrew McLean, 48, is the first person to ever ski down a moving iceberg. While climbing the big-ass ‘berg off the coast of the Antartica, 1000 miles South of Argentina, McLean came within inches of the icy ocean in nothing but a wet-suit. “I was skiing conservatively compared to normal obviously, you don’t want to take a plunge in those waters.” said McLean. “It was something I had wanted to do for a long time - so it was a massive adrenaline rush and I’m really pleased it went well.” Went well? That’s a slight understatement don’t ya think?

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oundup of my favorite things this week… follow it, don’t judge it.

Photographer. @Joao Canziani. 
He captured my attention on the pages of Travel & Leisure with transporting photos from Manaus to Manhattan. His photos are emotional, poignant, beautiful and well, sexy. But I guess that’s not surprising …. he’s Peruvian by birth, Canadian by bred and a womanizer by fate. Inspired by Helmut Newton and Nadav Kander, named as one of PDN’s 30 Young Photographers to Watch and on my “let’s grab a drink” list, Canziani’s got his lens pointed in the right direction. Oh, and he tumblrs. Dreamy. 

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There’s a lot of controversy surrounding Qatar’s win to host the World Cup. So since I’m an expert (just kiddin’), here are the reasons why I think 2022 could shape up to be the best, World Cup, ever (cue pom poms, cheering crowds and spontaneous somersaults).

1. Sand, I’m a fan.

The Qatari desert might seem hot and barren to some, but to me it means five very important things: Sand Skiing, Bedouins, Off-Roading, Camels and Camping. You’ll find me kickin’ it in a kaftan at Khor al-Adaid, a little stretch of water surrounded by sand dunes. Seriously, what is there not to love about this!?

2. Myths, meet your match.

What is Qatar? Who is Qatar? Where is Qatar? Honestly, who knows! It’s pretty safe to say that most people know very little about this little place. The government of Qatar has spent time and energy eschewing stereotypes that plague the Middle East, and now they have the opportunity to show the world for themselves. Lonely Planet gave one good example:

Stereotype: an oil rich state with more money than sense
Surprise: an oil rich state with more sense than money

Maybe, just maybe, the World Cup will give people incentive to truly learn about this fascinating country. My education, starts now. And I can’t wait to face the facts. 

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The first time we met. Beijing. Olympics 2008.
See you in Miami kiddo. #Heat. #LeBroward County.