The Standard Presents Sunset Stargaze + Surrender: Floating Meditation

The Standard Spa, Miami Beach transformed into a sanctuary of stillness for Sunset Stargaze + Surrender  Floating Meditation, a wellness experience designed to remind us of the power of slowing down. From 8 to 10 pm, guests floated effortlessly in the hotel’s iconic pool, surrendering to the healing vibrations of Kanekshun’s soundscape under a canopy of stars.

Adding to the multisensory journey, guests were offered an essential oil to smooth onto their skin—a blend crafted to relax and detoxify. As the Miami sun melted into the horizon and the ocean breeze swept through the pool deck, the fragrance of the oil lingered delicately on the skin, amplifying the sensation of release. Floating under the glowing sky, guests were invited to let the worries of the day dissolve as effortlessly as the waves against the shore

More than just a meditation, the evening offered a rare opportunity to combine the therapeutic qualities of water and sound. As participants drifted weightlessly, sound waves traveled not only through the air but also across the surface of the pool, creating a unique resonance that touched both body and mind.

“Water amplifies the power of sound,” says Kanekshun, the event’s wellness curator.“You don’t just hear it—you feel it. The vibrations help relax the nervous system, calm racing thoughts, and invite the body into a natural state of restoration.”

The benefits of sound therapy are increasingly recognized in wellness circles: reduced stress, improved sleep, heightened focus, and an overall sense of balance. When paired with the buoyancy of water, the effect becomes even more profound, encouraging deeper breath, muscle release, and a feeling of complete surrender.

At The Standard Spa, Miami Beach, known for blending culture, nightlife, and wellness in unexpected ways, the event underscored the importance of carving out intentional time to pause. In today’s world of constant motion and overstimulation, Sunset Stargaze + Surrender offered a reset—a chance to reconnect not only with the present moment, but with oneself.

As the evening closed and guests stepped out of the water, the sense of calm lingered. A reminder that sometimes the most powerful luxury is learning to let go, breathe, and simply float.