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If one had to define the city of Miami in just two words (no we’re not talking about “Sunshine State”), it would be “scorching hot”. This is in no way trying to point to the sultry weather that the city enjoys. What we’re talking about is the amazing nightlife that is known to be extremely hot thanks to a strong salsa culture and the Latin influence. The city is full of celeb owned nightclubs, countless bars and fine dining restaurants and there is no shortage of places to check out in Miami. And then, there’s the world famous Miami beach which offers its own style of parties and things to do. Miami has managed to successfully reinvent itself from a citrus farming town to one of the greatest cities in the world. It is known to be the most Latin city in the world to the north of Mexico and also features a healthy population of Caribbeans and Jews. Miami is famous all over the world for its wild party scenes, South Beach celebrity parties, showbiz and cosmetic sights. It might be a bit weird if you have to stay in Miami for long, but the its weirdness is what makes Miami so beautiful and so different from the rest. And beautiful is not just a term used for the city itself. All you need to do is stroll down to the Miami Beach or any Fort Lauderdale club to check out some of the most beautiful looking people on earth. Miami might be most famous for its cosmetic delights, but that’s not all that it has to offer. To the west of Miami lies the scintillating Everglades, known to be one of the most beautiful ecosystems in North America. The sight of the pale moon shimmering down on the Everglades is a sight to kill for. To the north of the city lies the Fort Lauderdale that is famous for its beautiful vistas and countless yachting fleets. The Florida Keys along with its exotic islands and sultry bars are located to the south.
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Miami
holidays - Top Places To Go
1. Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit
3280 South Miami Avenue
www.miamisci.org |
What is it? Nothing is staid or boring in Miami, least of
all its museums. The Museum of Science north of Coconut Grove,
contains more than 140 exhibits, all designed to be hands-on and
interactive, coupled with live demonstrations and collections of
rare natural history specimens that make discovering and learning a
great deal of fun. The Wildlife Centre boasts more than 175 live
reptiles and birds of prey, and the adjacent Space Transit
Planetarium provides more thrills with projected astronomy and
laser light shows.
Hours of Operation: Daily from 10am to 6pm; closed Thanksgiving and
Christmas
Phone:(305) 646 4200
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2. Miami Seaquarium
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway
www.miamiseaquarium.com |
What is it? At least a half a day is required to fully
enjoy south Florida's premier attraction. The Seaquarium is
world-renowned for its marine life shows and attractions, including
performing killer whales and television aquatic star and dolphin,
Flipper. Another favourite star is the sea lion Salty and his
colleagues, who amuse and amaze with their
antics.
Hours of Operation: Daily 9.30am to 6pm
Phone:(305) 361 5705
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3. Miami-Dade Cultural Centre
101 West Flagler Street
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What is it? The outwardly unattractive complex of the
Miami-Dade Cultural Centre, in the rather unsavoury area of West
Flagler Street, is worth a visit because it houses a plethora of
interesting artistic and historic exhibits. The Centre contains the
Miami Art Museum (www.miamiartmuseum.org),
featuring a collection of modern and contemporary works by
American, Latin American and Caribbean artists. There are also
themed exhibits, which bring art and artists to life, as do the
twice-monthly 'happy hour' parties, organised to highlight a
particular exhibit. The Cultural Centre also contains the
Historical Museum of Southern Florida (www.historical-museum.org)
with exhibits that relate to the fascinating history of the area
and the culture, folklore and archaeology of South Florida and the
Caribbean.
Hours of Operation: Art Museum: Tuesday to Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday
and Sunday from 12pm. Historical Museum: Monday to Saturday 10am to
5pm, Sunday from 12pm
Phone:Art Museum: (305) 375 3000; Historical Museum: (305) 375
1492
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Miami
holidays - Top Events
1. Calle Ocho
From 2007-03-11
To 2007-03-11
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What is it? Claiming to be the biggest street party in
the world, and undoubtedly the biggest Hispanic bash in the United
States, Carnaval Miami offers two weeks of concerts, parades,
family entertainment, sport, art exhibits and ethnic food and
culminating in the massive 'Calle Ocho' street party and parade.
Organised by Little Havana's Kiwanis Club in aid of needy children,
Carnaval attracts a million fun-lovers who swarm through 23 city
blocks. More than 40 stages are placed on intersecting avenues,
from which emanates merengue, salsa, pop and Caribbean music. Food
kiosks line the streets, and four blocks are devoted entirely to
children's entertainment. For more information phone (305) 644 8888
or email atorrez@carnavalmiami.com
Where is it? The streets of Little Havana, with the street party centring
on the Orange Bowl Stadium
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2. Coconut Grove Arts Festival
From 2007-02-17
To 2007-02-19
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What is it? The charming village of Coconut Grove south
of downtown Miami on Biscayne Bay becomes the setting for a premier
outdoor fine arts festival during February each year, attracting
more than 150,000 people to view the works of more than 330
contemporary artists, ranging from photography and sculpture to
jewellery, painting and woodwork. Visitors can meet and chat with
the artists, sample delicious cuisine, and enjoy live entertainment
and music.
Where is it? McFarlane Rd, South Bayshore Drive and Pan American Drive in
Coconut Grove
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3. Dade Heritage Days
From 2007-03-01
To 2007-04-30
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What is it? The Dade Heritage Trust is committed to
'preserving the best of the past for the future,' and one way this
organisation has found to do this is the six-week annual line-up of
events designed to stimulate awareness of and celebrate the
architecture, culture, environment and people of Dade country. The
programme of more than 100 events draws visitors and locals alike
to take part in walking and bicycling tours, browse local crafts
and gift boutiques, admire historic and architectural exhibits,
watch historical re-enactments and attend lectures or film shows.
For more information phone (305) 358 9572 or email info@dadeheritagetrust.org
Where is it? Various
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4. Miami Carnival
From 2007-10-07
To 2007-10-07
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What is it? Having become a well-entrenched tradition
over the past 20-odd years, the Miami Carnival is a cultural
festival with a Caribbean-Latin flavour, providing a day of family
fun and frolics that attracts about 50,000 people. Focus of the
carnival is a colourful parade featuring steel bands, performers
and dancers in flamboyant costumes, live bands and huge decorated
floats. Spectators can enjoy food stalls and all sorts of allied
outdoor festivities.
Where is it? Bicentennial Park, Downtown Miami
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5. Super Bowl XLI
From 2007-02-04
To 2007-02-04
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What is it? The Super Bowl is the arguably the biggest
event on the U.S. calendar after 4 July celebrations, and has
become something of a de facto holiday. Each year the top two teams
of the NFL log battle it out for the prestigious Vince Lombardi
trophy. The event is the most popular television broadcast of the
year and advertisers pay millions of dollars to have their latest
commercials shown during the quarters. This, and the number of
massive musical acts in between the game have lead it to become
more than just a regular football event but rather an entire
celebration of grandiosity.
Where is it?
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