Miami Vacations

Nightlife in Miami consists of upscale hotel clubs, independent bars frequented by locals and nightclubs. Most hotel bars and independent bars turn the other cheek at your physical appearance, but you have to be dressed to impress to get into a nightclub. Also remember to never insult the doormen, attempt to tip, or touch the velvet ropes...either of which guarantees you will not see the inside of the club. Popular drinks in Miami include the Cuba Libre and the Mojito.

The concentration of clubs is on South Beach along Washington Avenue, Lincoln Road Mall, and Ocean Drive. Other areas include Little Havana and Coconut Grove. Looking for something a bit quieter? Try the many lobby bars at South Beach's art deco hotels or other large hotels.

Home to some of the world's most famous nightclubs, the hip places to go include: Mansion, Twilo, Ink, Cameo, Space, and Opium Garden.

Miami is definitely known for its unique New World cuisine. Alternatively known as Florribean, this cuisine, developed in the 1990s, blends local produce, Latin American and Caribbean culinary tradition and the technical skills required in European cooking. This cuisine influences several restaurants around the city to this day.

In addition to various international cuisines - such as Chinese, Japanese, Middle Eastern and Italian - there are cafés, steakhouses and chain restaurants. Miami is known for having nightclubs double as restaurants throughout the city. Most of these restaurants, such as Tantra, BED, the Pearl Restaurant and Champagne Lounge, are located throughout South Beach.

Some says there are over 6,000 restaurants to choose from. Here is a good idea of where to go to find the best: Coral Gables business district from Monday to Friday, Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road Mall, between 67th and 75th street and Collins Avenue, and around 96th street and Collins Avenue. 

Shopping

Languages: English, and other commonly heard languages include Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Chinese.

Currency: US dollar. 

Climate: Miami has a true tropical climate, with warm, humid summers, and warm, dry winters. The area owes its warm, humid climate to the Gulf Stream, which moderates climate year-round. The yearly average high temperature is of 28° C and the average low temperature is 20° C. The city does experience somewhat cooler fronts from November through March. The wet season, which is hot and humid, lasts from May to September, then gives way to the dry season. Miami receives abundant rainfall, one of the highest among major U.S. cities. The hurricane season largely coincides with the wet season.  

Electricity: 110-120V, 60Hz. 

A valid passport and a return or onward ticket required.