Miami, Florida
Miami, perched at the southern tip of Florida's Gold Coast, is the ideal spot for a vacation loaded with sun, sand, and star-studded entertainment. Among its variety of attractions are Little Havana and its authentic Latin food; Bayside Marketplace's shops, restaurants, and entertainment; and Miami Seaquarium, the world's largest tropical marine aquarium. And don't miss the Art Deco District - a National Historical District in South Miami.
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Miami, Florida
Miami, perched at the southern tip of Florida's Gold Coast, is the ideal spot for a vacation loaded with sun, sand, and star-studded entertainment. Among its variety of attractions are Little Havana and its authentic Latin food; Bayside Marketplace's shops, restaurants, and entertainment; and Miami Seaquarium, the world's largest tropical marine aquarium. And don't miss the Art Deco District - a National Historical District in South Miami. Package Includes:- Choice of accommodations
- Hotel taxes
- OnePass miles equal to credited flight miles
Frequently Asked Questions
Who should go?
Active Travellers
There are watersports, golf, fishing, and tennis everywhere.
Shoppers
Go shopping in quaint boutique shops, marketplaces, shopping villages, large malls, or the exclusive high-end stores found throughout the area.
Singles
Enjoy an indoor or an outdoor concert; relax and listen to Jimmy Buffett songs in the Keys. In Miami, party to a hot Latin beat until the break of dawn on Miami Beach.
What's the climate like?
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Winter |
Spring |
Summer |
Autumn |
| Average High |
74° F |
79° F |
87° F |
82° F |
| Average Low |
64° F |
70° F |
78° F |
74° F |
| Average Rainfall |
2.2" |
3.3" |
5.3" |
4.7" |
The temperature is lovely year-round; however, the summer months can be quite humid.
How do I get around town?
Rental Car
The Florida Coasts are best navigated by rental car. With so many fun cities, beaches, and attractions ranging from the Atlantic Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico and south to the Florida Keys, Florida is a great fly/drive destination.
Miami is 24 miles from Ft. Lauderdale and 160 miles from Key West. Palm Beach is approximately 47 miles north of Ft. Lauderdale. Within the areas of Ft. Lauderdale and Miami Beach, a rental car is the best way to get around, however, if going down to South Beach, be aware that parking may be difficult to find. You’ll need a car to get to Key West, but once you’re there, you can easily walk to all the sites.
What kinds of dining and nightlife are available?
Cuisine on Florida's Atlantic Coast has a rich blend of old and new. Fantastic, ultra-chic restaurants and traditional Caribbean and Spanish-style dinners can be found in and among the many areas. Seafood is also a great choice when visiting Florida, with its close proximity to the ocean giving it some of the freshest seafood in the world. Here are just a few restaurants you may want to try when traveling around the coast:
- Afterglow
Michael Schwartz, former chef at Nemo, is creating a buzz with his menu of wild, exotically sourced, and rare ingredients. Miami Beach.
- Bayside Seafood Restaurant
Features a tiki hut feeling with excellent fish and affordable prices. Key Biscayne.
- Blue Heaven
Continental and Caribbean fare are featured on the dinner menu, but Blue Heaven is really known for its excellent breakfast. The lobster Benedict drowned in a rich hollandaise is out of this world. Key West.
- Johnny V
Local legend, Johnny Vinczencz’s first solo restaurant with the freshest fish and an impressive 600-bottle wine list. Ft. Lauderdale.
- Key Largo’s Crack’d Conch
Enjoy a casual atmosphere and some of the best seafood and key lime pie in the area. Key Largo.
- Mark’s Las Olas
Wonderful Floridian and New World cuisine is featured at this trendy restaurant in Ft. Lauderdale.
- Meteor Smokehouse
Often considered to be the best barbeque in Key West, Meteor’s serves up huge portions. Key West.
- Madiba Miami
Hearty yet elegant South African cuisine at this unconventional little spot in Sunny Isles Beach. Miami Beach.
- Palm Grille
Continuing a long Florida tradition of American cuisine with Asian fusion, Palm Grille serves affordable gourmet food. Find out why two million people eat at the Palm Grille cvery year. Several locations, inlcuding Riverwalk and the beach. Ft. Lauderdale.
- Roger’s Restaurant and Bar
Large, sharable portions and a great place to watch the sunset. North Bay Village.
- Snapper’s
A buzzing joint with a deck overlooking the ocean where the fresh fish and key lime pie will have you coming back for more. Key Largo.
Miami’s South Beach and Ft. Lauderdale, are world-renowned for a pulsing club scene that can keep you dancing until the wee hours of the morning, but many other after-sunset pursuits can be found all over. Watching the sunset from Mallory Square in Key West is an event not to be missed. Orchestra, opera, theater, and other cultural performances are readily available in Miami and Palm Beach.
Where should I go shopping?
People fly to Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and Palm Beach from all over the world just to shop. High-end stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Cartier, Prada, Chanel, and Gucci as well as small boutiques will fill the need of any shopaholic.
When are the local events?
Events around the Florida coast often have something to do with the sun or the sea. Latin festivals also contribute to the wide variety of special events. Here are some you may want to check out:
Carnaval Miami
March. A nine-day festival including a Miss Carnaval contest, Carnaval Night concerts, and a Calle Ocho cooking contest.
Conch Republic Celebration
April. A celebration to honor the short-lived but festive independence of the would-be Caribbean nation. Key West.
Hemingway Days Festival
July. Honors author Ernest Hemingway with festivities and a look-alike contest. Key West.
Miami Reggae Festival
August. A huge celebration with, what else, reggae music.
Columbus Day Regatta
October. A very Miami thing with beautiful people, amazing boats, and lots of salsa music. It’s more of a Mardi Gras-esque bacchanal (drunken party) on the water than a race.
Fantasy Fest
October. An enormous gathering of costumed participants show up for this adults-only Halloween party. Key West.
What are my golf and recreation options?
Golf
The coastal areas of the sunshine state offer countless golfing opportunities for every skill level.
Sportfishing
Miles and miles of beaches and coastline provide Florida with a myriad of sport fishing opportunities. Hundreds of charter boats are available for your chance to land any number of fish including marlin, sailfish, tarpon, and barracuda.
Snorkeling/Scuba Diving
The 120-miles along the Florida Keys are home to North America’s only living-coral barrier reef. This unique ecosystem runs the length of the Keys about five miles offshore. There is no more versatile marine destination in the world. Coral-encrusted shipwrecks and intricate natural coral formations provide a wide range of interesting dive sites.
Watersports
The Florida coasts are world famous for fun in the sun. Spend the day sailing, boating, or skimming the waves on a jet-ski. Or enjoy many beach activities such as volleyball and frisbee.
Jai-alai
The origins of the sport are obscure, but it is believed that Jai-alai began in the Basque region of Spain and France more than three centuries ago. The first permanent Jai-alai fronto (playing court) in the United States was built in Miami in 1926 and now you can experience this unique game.
Travel tidbits
Find Your Beach
Every beach in Miami is different. Crandon Park Beach on Key Biscayne is gorgeous and a great place for a family picnic. Haulover Beach to the north has glamorous surroundings like South Beach but the people are more laid back — and the kite flying is great. South Beach is best where Lincoln Road dead ends between 16th and 17th Street.
Free Fun
A storyteller comes every Thursday evening to the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables and tells tales of the hotel and its ghosts. Little Havana’s Calle Ocho (8th Street) has an outdoor festival of music and art the last Friday of each month.
Last-Minute Tee Times
If you are taking a last-minute golf trip to Florida — or simply forgot to book tee times — there’s still hope to get in a round or two. Visit www.nextdaygolfer.com, a company that deals with more than 40 courses in Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Palm Beach, and Florida’s west coast for same-day or next-day tee times. www.Stand-byGolf.com is another web site to try, too.
Getting Around in Ft. Lauderdale
There is a water bus that runs along the Intracoastal Waterway in Ft. Lauderdale. You can get on and off wherever and whenever you please for approximately $10 a day. The stops along the route give you easy access to many hotels, shops, and restaurants.
North Beach
Miami Beach’s up-and-coming hot spot with great architecture from the 50s. Take a self-guided walking tour with the free maps from the North Beach Development Corporation.
Venetian Pool
One of the most special attractions in the Miami area. Sculpted from a rock quarry in 1923 and now in the midst of one of Coral Gables' residential neighborhoods, it is perhaps the only swimming pool anywhere to be included in the National Register of Historic Places. Certainly it is the only swimming pool of its kind with its vine-covered loggias, shady porticos, Spanish fountain, three-story observation towers, and cascading waterfalls that spill into a free-form lagoon complete with coral rock caves and palm-fringed island.
Pirates!
Key West is home to the Pirate Soul Museum, showcasing a collection of memorabilia, including Captain Kidd’s journal.
Good to Know:
Airport Names &
3-letter Code: |
Ft. Lauderdale International Airport (FLL)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
West Palm Beach Airport (PBI) |
| Best Weather: |
March – June and September – November |
| Best Values: |
January, May, September, and early December |
| Currency: |
U.S. Dollar |
| Language: |
English and Spanish |
| Time Zone: |
Florida and its coasts are in the Eastern Time Zone, one hour ahead of Central Time. |
| Proof of Citizenship: |
None needed for U.S. citizens |
| Tipping: |
Leave 15% or 20% if the service was excellent |
| Dress: |
Florida is very casual, however Ft. Lauderdale, Palm Beach, and Miami Beach all have very fashionable areas. Shorts are allowed at most restaurants, except fine dining establishments. Bring a sweater, as some of the air-conditioned places can be quite cool. It’s all laid back in The Keys. |
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Miami, Florida
The following options are available when you book your vacation package to Miami:
Car Rentals
We feature rental cars from Alamo Rent A Car , National Car Rental and Avis, offering you the flexibility and convenience to travel when and where you want. Plus with Avis, you'll earn up to 500 OnePass bonus miles with every qualifying paid rental at participating locations.
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Roundtrip Airport/Hotel shuttle - Miami Airport (MIA)
SuperShuttle: Save time and money by pre-purchasing your roundtrip airport transfers. Ride in comfort from Miami International Airport (MIA) to your Miami area hotel with SuperShuttle, the nation's leader in airport ground transportation. SuperShuttle service may not be available for all hotels. Please note: Children through the age of 3 must be secured in a federally approved child-restraint seat. It is the traveler's responsibility to provide the child seat. Arrival Instructions: After claiming your luggage on the lower level proceed outside to the pick up curb and locate the uniformed SuperShuttle agent wearing either a gold shirt or blue jacket, who will coordinate your shuttle transportation. If you can not locate the SuperShuttle representative, call 305-871-2000 for assistance. Airport shuttles depart continuously based on demand. Luggage Restrictions: Maximum luggage allowance of one (1) carry on and two (2) suitcases per person. Additional luggage or oversized pieces (bikes, surfboards, large boxes, etc.) will be charged an additional $10 per piece. Recommended driver gratuity of $1 per bag not included. Hours of operation: 24 hours, 7 days a week. Service is provided by SuperShuttle. No refunds for unused services.
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GO Card Miami
You will receive a voucher in your travel documents to exchange for your Go Card. You must present your voucher at the designated Voucher Redemption location. Location details are provided in your travel documents. The Go Card has a 10 day non-refundable cancel fee. Go Miami Card is a multi-attraction pass that gives you the most choice - over 25 attractions - at the best value!. Create your own ultimate Miami experience based on what you like to do while enjoying tremendous savings and VIP access. Visit as many attractions as you want on each day - day time admission to all listed attractions is included in the pass. Your GO Miami Card offers you FREE admission to all of the top Miami attractions below: Tours:- Gator Park Airboat Tours
- Island Queen Cruises
- Miami Duck Tours
- Miami City Tour and Short Everglades Tour
- Key West Tour
- Special Everglades Experience Tour
- Palm Beach Princess Cruise
- Bar Hop Shuttle (one time use and must be 21 yrs)
- Schnebly Redland's Winery (weekend winery tour and daily wine tasting)
- Mai Kai Polynesian Dinner Show
- Go Car Tours Miami Beach
- Horizon Edge Casino Cruise
- Jungle Queen Riverboat
- Jungle Island
- Miami Seaquarium
- Miami MetroZoo
- Island Queen Cruises - Bayside Blaster
- Coral Castle
- Deering Estate at Cutler
- Miami Bicycle Center
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station
Museums:- Bass Museum of Art
- Bonnet House Museum and Gardens
- Gold Coast Railroad Museum
- Historical Museum of Southern Florida
- Lowe Art Museum
- Miami Art Museum
- Miami Children's Museum
- Jewish Museum of Florida
- Miami Science Museum
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
- Wings over Miami
- Wolfsonian Museum
Attractions:- Deering Estate at Cutler
- Miami Beach Bicycle Center
- Miami Metro Zoo
- Parrot Jungle Island
- Pelican Harbor Seabird Station
- Miami Seaquarium
Note: GO Miami Cards are activated on the first day of use and are valid for the number of calendar days purchased out of a 14-day activation period. Some attractions are seasonal or may require a minimum age for participation. Please consult the GO Miami Card guidebook at the time of your tour for more information. Tickets are not valid for return service on a future date. You must redeem your GO Miami Card for service at the time you intend to use the service, not the day before. Child Policy: Child rates are available for children 3-12 years of age
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Miami Seaquarium - Dolphin Encounter
The Dolphin Encounter program offers an exciting way of learning and interacting with dolphins. This fun-filled shallow water program is a great way for young and old alike to have an unforgettable experience with a dolphin. Guests will first have a 15-minute educational classroom presentation prior to entering the water. A 30-minute shallow water experience including touching, feeding, and playing with a dolphin follows where you'll even learn what its like to train a dolphin, getting up-close and personal like never before. Space is based on availability. The Dolphin Encounter is offered at 10:15am, every day (except blackout dates), and lasts approximately 1˝ hours. Park admission for the day is included in the price of the Dolphin Encounter. The park is open at 9:30am - 6:00pm, 365 days a year. No jewelry, sunglasses, or hair ornaments will be allowed in the pool with the dolphins. No pregnant women are able to participate. All participants must be 5 years of age and must be able to understand directions given in English. Children 5-9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult observer (ticket required).
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Miami Seaquarium - Dolphin Odyssey
During the Dolphin Odyssey program you will join Dolphin Harbor's Marine Mammal Training Staff for an exciting and intimate journey into dolphin behavior close up. Have the experience of a lifetime where you'll have the opportunity to kiss, hug, dance, rub, and get up-close to these friendly mammals. During the in-water experience you'll be able to swim into deeper water for interactions and even have the chance to get a dolphin ride across the pool. First, you'll learn about these magnificent marine mammals in a 15- minute interactive and educational classroom presentation before you put on a wetsuit for the fun filled, deep-water interaction with a dolphin. A wetsuit and towel are provided for use during the session. A swimsuit for under the wetsuit will be needed. Each Dolphin Odyssey session is unique, based upon the guests and dolphins. Space is based on availability. The Dolphin Odyssey is offered at 9:30am, every day (except blackout dates), and lasts approximately 1˝ hours. Park admission for the day is included in the price of the Odyssey Adventure. The park is open at 9:30am - 6:00pm, 365 days a year. Participants in this program must be 52" or taller, no exceptions. No jewelry, sunglasses, or hair ornaments will be allowed in the pool with the dolphins. No pregnant women are allowed to participate. All guests must be able to read and understand English.
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Miami Seaquarium - General One-Day Park Admission
Miami Seaquarium is a 38-acre tropical paradise where dolphins walk on water, killer whales fly through the air, sea lions delight children of all ages, and endangered sea turtles and manatees find a safe haven. With your general one-day admission park pass you have access to a world- class marine-life entertainment park with eight different marine animal shows and astonishing daily presentations. Check out Flipper, the TV Superstar and his high-flying bottlenose dolphin friends as they perform breathtaking leaps and rolls. Don't miss Lolita, the Killer Whale, and exotic Pacific white-sided dolphins as they show off their natural grace, beauty, and intelligence through the interaction of animal, trainer, and guest. Be sure to stop by the shark presentation where animal care specialists feed 200-pound sharks while explaining the various species of shark that exist worldwide. There is something for everyone whether it's the giant fish aquarium, spectacular tropical birds, or the exotic crocodile exhibit. If the shows and exhibits don't thrill you, be sure to check the remote-controlled boats and cars, and for the little ones, Salty's Pirate Playground. The show schedules change based on the day of the week. In general, it takes about four hours to tour the whole park, and the best times to arrive to see the cycle of shows are 9:30am and 12:00 noon. The park is open at 9:30am - 6:00pm, 365 days a year. Passengers will receive a voucher in their documents, which needs to be presented at the Guest Relations window for a one-day admission.
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Miami Seaquarium - Observer
An Adult Observer is an adult who accompanies someone participating in the Encounter or Odyssey experience. The Adult Observer may be a friend, parent, or spouse of an Encounter or Odyssey participant. An Adult Observer is also needed to accompany a child who is 5-9 years of age and who is participating in the Encounter experience. A Child Observer is a child 3-9 years of age who must be accompanied by an Adult Observer during the Encounter experience. The Observer is not allowed to participate in the Encounter or Odyssey experience. The Observer is allowed to take pictures and act as support during the Encounter. Park admission is included for these Observers.
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