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Vacation in Miami

Presentation of Miami

With a population of around 400,000 inhabitants, Miami is one of the most important cities in Florida and among the biggest ports on the Atlantic Ocean. A hugely popular tourist destination for both Europeans and Americans, flight and hotel packages in Miami are among the best ways of booking a vacation here. The modern city of Miami dates back to the middle of the 16th century when the area was claimed by the Spanish from native Americans. The area around Miami Bay was signed over to the United States in 1821 with a fort soon being established to protect its interests. The economy of Miami took off in the 1920s and the city soon gained a reputation for being a center of culture – something that has continued to this day. Miami is noted for its wonderful skyline which overlooks the stunning Virginia Key, a land mass that extends into the picturesque Biscayne Bay. Looking for cheap vacation packages in Miami in order to explore this paradise as soon as you land at the airport?

What is the weather in Miami?

Miami enjoys great weather as it is situated just to the north of the Tropic of Cancer. Any vacation in Miami is likely to be warm and comfortable. Given that the city is so close to the tropics, however, some monsoon-like weather can be expected at certain times of the year, usually late summer. High humidity is also common during the summer months but much of the city is air-conditioned so this does not represent much of a problem for people on vacation. Even in January, when the city is at its coldest on average, visitors can expect daily highs to reach in the region of 68.2 °F. In the summer, a cooling sea breeze is often felt in Miami helping to keep everyone relaxed when they are out and about. Last minute vacation deals in Miami are therefore a great option no matter when you decide the time is right to get away.

Things to do in Miami

No flight and hotel Miami break would be complete without a trip to its world-famous Seaquarium. This place set the standard for marine entertainment when it first opened in the 1950s, and it continues to please crowds year after year. For those who prefer shopping for their entertainment, Dolphin Mall should not be missed out on. There are well over 200 different retailers in the mall which includes a number of outlet-style stores. If you are looking for something a little more active, then boat rentals from Miami Bay are one of the most popular things to do. Anything from a speedboat to a fishing charter can be obtained. For those with sailing experience, catamarans and dinghies are all available to hire from the harbor front, as well. Vacation packages in Miami ought to include something memorable, like a trip out onto the ocean.

What places to visit in Miami?

A vacation in Miami should include some of the city's most important sites. Miami Beach is probably the most famous of these, known for its exceptional white sand and many bars and entertainment centers that run along it. Ocean Drive is the place to head to relax and take in its beautiful views. The street is crammed with some of the Art Deco architecture for which the city is rightly proud, much of it dating back to the 1920s and 1930s. Located centrally, Bayfront Park is situated on the eastern side of Biscayne Boulevard and represents a great place to view the modern part of the city. There is an amphitheater here which is used for many open-air performances as well as marked walkways and a playground that is suitable for children. With so much to see, why not book a vacation package deal to Miami now?

Places to visit near Miami

The Everglades National Park is not to be missed during any flight and hotel break in Miami. It lies just to the west of the city limits so it is easy enough to get to even if you don't have much time during your stay. These swamplands are full of natural wildlife and are best explored with an airboat tour. To the south of the city is Key Largo, one of the biggest islands in the archipelago. It has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the best places to try out SCUBA diving in the whole of the US. Coral reefs can be explored by experienced divers or you can learn how to do it from experts. In the other direction, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, situated in Fort Lauderdale, is a great place for concerts and theatrical productions in the wider Miami region. Vacation getaways to Miami ought to include at least one theatrical experience because the area has so many good facilities to visit.

What to eat in Miami?

Visitors from all over the US, whether they are from New York or Los Angeles, will find Miami is known for the pursuit of one form of culinary excellence: seafood. Vacations in Miami should include at least one trip to a downtown fish restaurant. In downtown Miami, visitors will find a huge selection of restaurants specializing in seafood, such as the River Seafood Oyster Bar and Garcia's Seafood Grille and Fish Market. At the southern tip of Miami Beach, there are a number of good fish eateries, too, like Joe's Stone Crab and A Fish Called Avalon, both good choices for lovers of freshly caught fish. Little Havana, the Cuban district of Miami, is a great place to find an eatery that is authentically Cuban in flavor. Head to Calle Ocho, the district's main thoroughfare, for the best in Cuban restaurants Miami has to offer. Check out travel packages to Miami.

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