Steve Turk

Loving this new @MiamiHEAT intro for the season!

Simply amazing!

This is a worth a read and a bit scary

After a 2 decades working in hotels, I’ve realized something special. Many of the photos families keep in a frame were taken during a vacation or celebration at a hotel. In hospitality we get to help create those memories and it’s something we should never take for granted.

After decades in hospitality, I’ve learned guests are incredibly forgiving of mistakes if they feel like someone genuinely cares. A good reminder for all of us in hospitality.

After working in hotels, vacation rentals, and now hospitality development, I’ve learned great hospitality is simple… make people feel taken care of, and they’ll come back and bring their friends.

This could change everything! I love what Miami Beach just approved. I’ve been going to Ocean Drive since I was a baby. I remember the 90s when it felt like the center of the world. Movie stars, models, packed restaurants. The energy was incredible. I also saw the other era. Traffic, chaos during spring break, and a street that slowly started losing what made it special. That’s why I love the idea Miami Beach just approved. A plan to fully pedestrianize Ocean Drive north of 5th Street with wider sidewalks, outdoor seating, and space for people instead of cars. If done right, Ocean Drive could become one of the great promenades in the world. The architecture is already there. The park is there. The ocean is there. Now imagine it designed for people to walk, sit, eat, and enjoy it. I think it could completely change the experience of Miami Beach. Do you think a pedestrian Ocean Drive make it better, or ruin the character of the street?

We officially announced Baya this week and the response has been incredible. After two years of dreaming, walking farms, and building the right team, this tropical landscape resort is no longer just a vision. It’s happening. Baya is a first of its kind wellness and agritourism retreat, just 45 minutes from Miami, where modern travelers can reconnect with nature, themselves, and something truly meaningful. This project is deeply personal and we wanted to share the full story with you. 🎥 I sat down with my partner, @uniquestaysguy Ben Wolff, for a candid conversation about how Baya came to life, what makes it so unique, and why we believe it’s a model for the future of hospitality. 👉 Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/xgrBWvJwRQw?si=IPo1… We’re also raising the final round of capital and looking for a small group of aligned investors who believe in purpose-driven hospitality and want to be part of something long-lasting and meaningful. If you’ve been following along, thank you. This is just the beginning.

We are building something different here in Miami! Not just another resort. Not another boring hotel but something rooted in the land. Built with memory making in mind. A place where travelers slow down, reconnect, and feel something real. That idea first came to me in July 2023. Over the past two years, that idea evolved into Baya, a tropical landscape resort set on 25 acres of tropical fruit farmland just 45 minutes from Miami International Airport. It’s a rethinking of what hospitality can be. ⸻ Baya combines immersive wellness, agritourism, and nature-first design into a one-of-a-kind guest experience. Think: -Villas inspired by Bali, nestled among longan, papaya, and banana trees -Natural grottos and outdoor showers, and farm trails -A wellness center with sauna, cold plunge, and cafe -A working farm you can taste, touch, and learn from To bring Baya to life, I’ve partnered with the dream team: @uniquestaysguy Ben Wolff, visionary founder of Onera and outdoor hospitality leader Banks Chisum, master builder of award-winning destination resorts Edward Haynes, modular design expert with global experience Victor Feria, my partner at Tangy Management, and the heart of our operations Each of us brings a super power and together, we’re building more than a resort. We’re building a new model for hospitality! We’re currently raising the final round of capital from a small group of investors who believe in what Baya represents nature driven design, wellness-focused hospitality, and long-term value rooted in purpose. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a first-of-its-kind project with a proven team, a clear vision, and a strong foundation already in place. If you’re interested in learning more about the investment opportunity, reach out directly. I’d love to share the details. Thank you to everyone who’s followed this journey over the past two years. Your support helped bring this project to life. Welcome to Baya.