Go behind the scenes as Miss Florida USA enters it's 57th season as the nations most pretigous state pageant. Friday June 1st saw Tropical Storm Barry pay a visit to South Florida! But the show must go on....and what better place to spend a rainy day then at the world renown Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa on Hollywood Beach.

The day started off at The Diplomat Landings under the overhang! Water everywhere but none on us as it was contestant introductions, swimsuit montage and a short choreographed dance before lunch. After lunch it was all about prizes as Ema Savahl Coutoure; Regalia Fine Apparel and finally our FICA Collection was featured at The Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa's Presidential Suite and Convention Center.

Oh well......just another day in paradise. At the Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa. The official lodging of Miss Florida USA. www.westindiplomat.com