Miami Waterfront Integrated with Biscayne Bay, Miami waterfront is filled with history, shopping, and entertainment. Although primarily a business district, the downtown Port of Miami is the largest cruise ship port in the world, handling over three million passengers a year. There are a large variety of boats available for long charters or brief excursions. [...]
Miami South Beach Known as the Art Deco District, Miami South Beach is a cultural hot-spot for bustling nightlife and beach side dining. Stretching for ten miles along Ocean Drive, the beach and sidewalk café culture of Miami South Beach is exuded from every pour. Tourists can indulge in delectable dishes from around the world. [...]
Coral Gables Coral Gables is an elegant community whose design was inspired by the area’s rich Spanish heritage. Calling itself “The City Beautiful”, it contains lush landscapes, ample green space, and over 40 miles of inland waterways. Roadways such as the Historic Coral Way are attractive settings for many historical landmarks in Coral Gables. These [...]
St Augustine Florida Known as the “Ancient City,” Saint Augustine Floridais located between North East and Central East Florida and is convenient to Jacksonville, Orlando, and Daytona airports. North Florida has a year-round mild climate perfect for strolling Saint Augustine’s historic district, with its cobblestone streets, cafes, bars, unique shops and bed and breakfast inns. [...]
Miami Theater As a major American metropolis, Miami has more than its share of music and shows. Through organizations such as The Concert Association of Florida, and Broadway in Miami Beach, Miami’s premier theatrical venues come to life with world-class Broadway musicals, dance companies, and musicians. Miami Theater For over fifty years the Jackie Gleason [...]
Things to do in Miami Miami, Florida, a popular vacation destination for many travelers, is home to outstanding beaches, name brand shopping and history-rich places of interest. Although there are numerous choices for the Miami tourist, some stops rate must-see status for any Miami itinerary. There are so many things to Do in Miami. Water [...]
Little Haiti, an unincorporated neighborhood in Miami, flourishes with a large population of Haitian immigrants, parks, markets and celebrations. The area, bounded roughly by 79th Street to the north, Miami Avenue to the west, Biscayne Boulevard to the East, and Northeast 36th Street to the south, is largely an ethnic enclave where Creole is spoken [...]
Miami International Airport, a 4.7 million square feet terminal, is the third busiest terminal in the United States. Each year over 20 million passengers pass through Miami International Airport on their way to and from over 160 destinations worldwide. These numbers will surely rise after construction is completed and the airport expands to cover 7.4 [...]
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS CityWalk® CityWalk® is the dining, shopping and nightlife hub of Universal Studio’s Universal Orlando Resort. CityWalk Dining Jimmy Buffett’s® Margaritaville®: Caribbean, Cajun and American cuisine; opens daily at 11:00 a.m.; live entertainment every night ($5.00 cover charge after 10:00 p.m.). Hard Rock Cafe® Orlando: The world’s largest Hard Rock Cafe; American cuisine; Hard [...]
If a long day at Disney World takes its toll, visitors can find relaxation in spas scattered throughout the resort areas. Spa treatments are available at several of Disney World’s resorts, but the two major spas are in the Grand Floridian, located near the Magic Kingdom, and the Saratoga Springs Resort in the Downtown Disney [...]
When visiting Orlando, there are thousands of dining options. There is, of course, a multitude of family-friendly dining options located in and around the major theme parks. However, beyond the park gates, there is a plethora of dining experiences just waiting to be discovered. It is definitely worth a short drive or walk from your [...]
Downtown Disney Pleasure Island is a six acre entertainment complex boasting a world class collection of eight nightclubs and a nightly street party bursting with music and fireworks. Open air stages, graced by mega-superstars, bring the party outside, while clubs are hopping on the inside. Admission to all of the facilities on Pleasure Island is [...]
A drastic change of pace from the sometimes-hectic theme parks, the Harry P. Leu Gardens is a 50-acre botanical garden on the shores of Lake Rowena. Winding paths lead through the display of various plants from around the globe. The Gardens were started when Mr. and Mrs. Harry P. Leu purchased the Leu house and [...]
The Historic Bok Sanctuary is a sculpted garden and luxury estate located in Lake Wales, Florida. The garden was donated by Pulitzer prize winning author and publisher Edward William Bok in appreciation of the adopted country he loved so much. The garden property was later joined with the nearby Pinewood Estate to create the Historic [...]
Florida has a plethora of romantic beach rentals. If you are craving beach front romance, there are a wide selection condos, vacation homes, and vacation rentals that are available. Being able to sit on a private patio, soaking in the warm sun, the ocean breeze and the sound of the crashing waves is a romantic [...]
Everyone has dreamed of that romantic getaway with warm tropical breezes, beautiful sunsets, exquisite dining, and luxurious accommodations with that special loved one. Balmy breezes, white powdery sand, throughout the year sunshine makes Florida beaches much visited vacation destinations. If one wants to experience warm sunshine, great shopping, and romantic dining they should plan their [...]
Grab your sunscreen, beach umbrella, bathing suit, and get ready to do it Florida vacation style. For over two decades Florida has been our destination of choice for many good reasons. As you read this page and travel to Florida with me, let me paint you a picture… If you have been on a Florida [...]
Those in search of a romantic celebration could opt for a weekend getaway to one of the area’s oceanfront resorts or acclaimed bed and breakfasts. Spend the day pampering yourself at one of the premier area spas such as La Bella Spa in Merritt Island, village Day Spa in Cocoa village or Kalianas Spa & [...]
The ArtCenter in South Florida is a unique and vibrant art gallery space located on Lincoln Road in Miami Beach. Originally established in 1984 by a small group of artists, the ArtCenter was built with the help of Federal Community Development Block Grant Funds designated for the reinvigoration of certain neighborhoods and properties. The ArtCenter [...]
Miami has in recent years developed a restaurant scene that rivals New York. Pretty much any craving that you might have can be indulged in this town, and some can only really be satisfied here. Miami has even developed its own style of cuisine. The city’s chefs blend together Latin American and Californian influences with [...]