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A Short Guide to Miami
Posted by on 2nd Jan 2016
A Short Guide to Miami
Miami is known for many things, which is not surprising why it is the hottest holiday spot in the Sunshine State.
From warm, friendly local to South Beach, dinner cruises, sunset cruises, parties, nightclubs, and art, Miami
sure packs a punch. It’s a wonderful place to vacation although it may not be one of the cheapest cities.
Many come here to relax on its pristine beaches, eat some amazing food thanks to its potpourri of cultures, and
to party hard at SoBe’s clubs. Then again, there’s plenty of opportunity for snorkeling and other water sports
like scuba diving that allows for close encounter with marine life.
Typical food/accommodation/transport costs
When it comes to accommodation, Miami’s hostels are among the cheapest where you could expect to spend
around $20 to $30 for a dorm while a private double room could cost around $120 or more. Freehand Miami
offers dormitory-style beds from $39-42 per person. The Clay Hotel, a historic Spanish-style inn has double
rooms from $88 while you could expect to pay around $55 for a double room at the Shalimar Hotel in the
burgeoning MiMo district.
There is no dearth of places to eat in Miami where a meal at South Beach could cost at least $20. However,
further away you could eat at half the price with tons of fast food for $5. Little Havana is the place for Cuban
sandwiches and other delicious food for less than $10.
The cheapest way to get to South Beach from the airport is by public transport that includes the bus or metro
rail that costs around $2. Metrobuses run throughout Miami-Dade County while the Miami Metrorail system is
easy to navigate.
Save on package deals
Miami tours are more affordable if you consider package deals. This could include flights, hotels, and
sightseeing tours. Make sure to sign up for deal alerts, which is one of the easiest ways to stretch your dollars to
the max. In addition, a Go Miami Card can help you save a fantastic deal if you want to cover most of Miami’s
attractions.
What to do in Miami
While everyone recommends South Beach and its trendy shops and bars, there’s much more to do apart from
this quintessential experience. Everglades Tours is definitely something you ought to add to your itinerary.
Everglades National Park is one of the most unique parks with acres of prairies, swamps, and sub-tropical
jungles that lets you get up close with nature. The park is home to several endangered that includes the Florida
Panther and American Crocodile.
You may want to check out Miami’s Art Deco attractions on an underworld tour that will include former dens
of gangsters like Al Capone. The Art Deco District is home to many buildings from the 1920s that are worth
visiting for their architecture. You could stop by Vizcaya Museum for a glimpse of life in South Florida at the
turn of the century.
Then again, there is so much to do. From checking out Coral Gables to clubbing, and exploring the Florida
Keys, you can enjoy a vacation of a lifetime. Our tour planners would love to help. All it takes is a call or email
to get them to recommend the best package to suit your budget and style.