Miami is a highly acclaimed vacation destination, boasting numerous sites and attractions that offer endless possibilities sure to get your energetic juices flowing. Miami’s famed South Beach keeps tourists coming back year after year and it’s no surprise when you experience the seven miles of white sand beach, fringed with turquoise waters and bountiful boardwalks. South Beach is the perfect setting for a game of beach volleyball, water sports or perfecting that sun-kissed glow! Take a stroll along the tree-lined boardwalks and absorb the sights and sounds of the colourful strip. Discover one of Miami’s most notable attractions, the Historical Art Deco District. Immerse yourself into the vibrant hues and unique architecture reminiscent of the 20’s and 30’s while taking in the history at the Art Deco Welcome Center and the Wolfsonian museum.

Aside from its beautiful beaches and vibrant style, Miami is also known for its historical charm. Head into the downtown core of Miami and view one of the city’s most important landmarks, Miami Freedom Tower, which was built in 1924 and recently transformed into a Cuban American Museum. The Ancient Spanish Monastery is a breathtaking site located in North Miami Beach and is the oldest building in the western hemisphere. Another site you won’t want to miss is The Biltmore, a luxurious hotel that once welcomed the Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Ginger Rogers and Al Capone. It was built in 1926 and stands in the heart of Coral Gables. Miami is also home to a number of museums and galleries with Vizcaya Museum and Gardens being a popular one among tourists. If you’re looking for the thrill of adventure, take an airboat ride through Everglades National Park. With 1.5 acres of swamps, grass prairies and sub tropical jungles, it is a remarkable site to view a variety of wildlife species in their natural habitat including the Florida Panther, American Crocodile and West Indian Manatee. If the underwater world is more your style, then a trip to Biscayne National Park is a definite must. Here you can marvel in the colourful marine life while snorkelling, diving or perhaps touring in a glass bottom boat. A half day drive from Miami to Florida Keys is a great way to experience the string of 32 islands linked by 42 bridges and amazing seascapes stretching to Key West.

From glamorous outdoor malls to chic shopping districts, Miami is a shopper’s paradise. Cocowalk and Miracle Mile are two of the best places to find great local designers. On Biscayne Boulevard you can indulge in vintage fashion, accessories and antiques. In Little Havana you are sure to feel the vibrancy of Cuban culture amid the colourful and festive quarter of Cuban restaurants and shops. Renowned for its world-class restaurants and fusion of cultures, Miami has quickly become a top culinary destination and home to a number of world-renowned chefs. No trip to this city would be complete without experiencing Miami’s sizzling nightlife. Boasting some of the world’s hottest nightclubs with parties and events happening every night of the week, boredom is non- existent. Miami’s nightlife is pulsating with colourful crowds, celebrity sightings, sophisticated style and non-stop excitement; an eclectic experience that is second to none! The currency used is the US Dollar (USD) Greater Miami enjoys a subtropical climate that ensures plenty of sunshine all year round. Sun protection is advised, even when temperatures are moderated by cool ocean breezes. Rainfall occurs mainly during summer and early autumn. Summer humidity levels are usually between 85-90 percent, making Miami one of the most humid cities in the US. Miami has one main airport, Miami International Airport. It is located nine miles (15km) west of central Miami. The airport is well connected to the greater Miami area by numerous services offered by the Miami-Dade Transit Department. These include the scheduled local city bus service (the bus station is on Level 1 of Concourse E); a mass-transit metro-rail system; a fixed rail system designated specifically for downtown Miami; and the TriRail commuter train reaching Broward and Palm Beach Counties from the Airport Station to the east of the airport on NW 21st Street. Taxi cabs and super shuttle services are also available, on the ground level outside Arrivals. 110-120V 60Hz The official languages are English and Spanish. Vancouver to Miami: 7hrs. 16mins.
Toronto to Miami: 3hrs. 7mins.
Halifax to Miami: 6hrs. 55mins. Consulate General of Canada
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