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Known as the “Magic City”, Miami is one of the world’s leading tourist destinations. Located in Florida, it is the second most populous city in the state (with about 400 thousand inhabi-tants), second only to Jacksonville. The warm weather throughout the year and its famous pristine beaches attract tourists from many different places.

The most difficult part of planning your vaca-tion in Miami is deciding what to do, what to see and where to go. Boasting on options for activities, areas to explore and attractions to enjoy, you can always find something new for all personalities and ages. Miami offers every imaginable activity: from exploring the histo-

rical architecture to trying the delicacies of award-winning restaurants, the tourist will always be immersed in an environment that seems to have been made to both entertain and inspire.

However, perhaps one of the best things to do in Miami is relax and chill out. After all, its beaches are an invitation to a deserved relaxa-tion or multiple activities snorkeling, kayaking, Stand Up Paddling (SUP), windsurfing or fishing. Bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, the city is home to the only underwater national park in the country, Biscayne National Park, where you can swim next to bright coral reefs and admire the marine beauty.

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Art and culture enthusiasts find in Miami a destination full of great surprises. The beautiful buildings in pastel colors of the Art Deco Histo-ric District are already a unique attraction. In North Miami, there are spectacular collections of modern and contemporary art and design. The visitors get attracted to the beautiful ballet performances, opera, symphonic concerts and even nightly exhibitions in art galleries.

When it comes to providing entertainment, Miami is definitely proud of having one of the most famous nightlife environments of the United States. It is indeed unique! From Latin to house music, including live concerts, the best places to go are in South Beach and Down-town Miami.

As opposed to what many people may think, Miami and Miami Beach are two separated cities. Although both belong to the Miami-Dade County and are located near each other, Miami Beach has an area of 39km² and can be divided into South Beach, Mid-Beach (Miami Beach Central) and North Beach. Miami, on the other hand, is quite a populous city with seve-ral regions, including Downtown Miami, Brickell and Wynwood. Miami covers a total area of 143 km², from which 50 km² are comprised by water.

Because it is located near Cuba, Miami concen-trates a large community of Cuban exiles, mainly in the region known as Little Hava-na Due to its warm weather; the city receives

many American tourists who find in it a place to “escape” the snow and colder temperatures. Since the ‘20s, tourism became the city’s main source of income.

In addition to English, Spanish is also widely spoken in the area due to the large number of Americans who have Cuban, Puerto Rican and Mexican origins. Miami is also home to a large Jewish colony.

As it has a tropical weather, most of the year is hot and humid. In the summer (from June to September), it gets extremely hot and the temperatures vary between from 28ºC to 29ºC, on average, and it can reach 38ºC in the warmer days. Winter (from December

to March) is dry and mild, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 23ºC. During the spring (from March to July), temperatures range from 22ºC to 30ºC. As in the fall (September to December), thermometers range from 26ºC to 31ºC.

As Miami is located in an extensive area and offers a variety of leisure activities, the best option for getting around the city is to rent a car. However, public transportation is very effi-cient when it comes to moving around the downtown area.

MetroMoverThe best alternative for visiting the city’s tourist attractions. Aside from being entirely free of charge, the wagons are very comfor-table, fast and count on an air conditioning system. Visitors can visit the main tourist spots, such as the AmericanAirlines Arena, the Museum Park, and the Arsht Center. The tours are near Downtown Miami and Brickell.

MetrorailA great option for those who want to know other areas of the city. The main destinations of the Metromover system include the Ameri-canAirlines Arena, the Bayside Marketpla-ce, Miami-Dade College and the Miami-Dade County School Board. Tickets can be purchased at the stations or online.

MetrobusThe best option to visit the more remote areas in Miami and neighboring districts such as Miami Beach, Key Biscayne, Homestead, Fort

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Lauderdale and the Florida Keys. The buses enables connections with both Metrorail and Metromover. On the bus signs, you can find information on the main stops and the final stop. The ticket can be purchased at the time of the trip (it is recommended that you have spare bills and coins, since there are no chan-ge options), either in specific stations or onli-ne. Some lines operate 24 hours a day, but it is advisable to check the routes and operating hours beforehand.

bicycle The best option for moving around in Miami Beach. The Decobike is the 24/7 hours a day bicycle rental. The tourists select for how long they will need the bike - from 30 min to 24h - inserts their credit card, select the bike and then they just need to return it in any station.

There are dozens of these stations, scatte-red across Miami Beach, Surfside, Bay Harbor Islands and Miami.

car Even though signaling is a positive feature of our roads, there are stretches of highways and expressways that may confuse the tourists. Therefore, renting a car, including a GPS devi-ce, is recommended. In Miami, all parking spots are charged, even those on the streets. Some of them accept credit cards and prepaid cards.

tip Tourists can download the Miami-Dade Transit Tracker and the Miami Trolley apps, available for iPhone and Android, which help in getting around the city.

Cosmopolitan and tropical, Miami offers attrac-tions for every taste. With several beaches, numerous places to go shopping, a busy nightlife and rich culture and art; it is common for tourists to get confused with so many leisu-re options.

Known as the American Riviera, South Beach is one of the city’s most iconic landscapes. The sea, colored by shades of light blue, and the white sands are an invitation for diving. It is worth contemplating the Ocean Drive horizon while riding a bike or walking along the beach. At night, the place bubbles with the various

clubs and trendy restaurants. Those who enjoy a busy nightlife must also know Downtown Miami, with several nightclubs for every taste.

The Architects’ Paradise, South Beach also has beautiful buildings in Art Deco style. After a day at the beach, you will not regret visiting the Art Deco Welcome Center on Ocean Drive, a museum that gathers architectural relics from the ‘30s.

Those looking for a quieter and less crowded beach should visit the Mid-Beach, North Beach and Surfside areas, ideal for relaxing. The turquoise-colored sea of Bal Harbour Beach, the northern end of the main stretch of the beach in Miami Beach, is also a great option for those looking for relaxation. At the end of

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the day, the tip is to enjoy dining in one of the elegant bistros along the waterfront.

Another must-visit is the Biscayne National Park, the only underwater national park in the USA. There, tourists are able to ride on a glass bottom boat and admire some marine animals, and swim around colorful coral reefs. Another place worth visiting is the Crandon Park, loca-ted in Key Biscayne. With beaches, a tennis center, a golf course and a nature preservation center, it is a great option to spend the day on a family trip.

For those traveling with children, you must visit the Miami Zoo, home to about two thousand animals, including various species from South America. Also for those who love animals, it is impossible not to swim with the dolphins at the Miami Seaquarium or not to laugh at the hilarious monkeys from Monkey Jungle.

For the visitors who appreciate art and cultu-re, it is mandatory to visit Wynwood, a neighborhood counting on more than 70 art galleries. Museums such as the Miami Art Museum, the Lowe Art Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art are home to amazing collections of antique, modern and contemporary art and design. Once a month, the galleries promote art exhibitions at night.

Miami also attracts artists from all around the world to the Art Basel Miami Beach, a major art fair that brings works and collectors of various nationalities. To watch the great dance, comedy and acting performances, tourists cannot miss visiting the Arsht Center.

Located in Downtown Miami, on the shores of Biscayne Bay, the AmericanAirlines Arena is one of the biggest gymnasiums in the city. The official basketball matches and the best concerts, shows and events happen here. It also hosts the matches of the Miami Heat, an American basketball team, for the NBA.

Another place that hosts major events is the Museum Park. Formerly called the Bicenten-nial Park, it is also located in Downtown Miami and covers an area of 130,000 square meters. With a capacity for 45,000 people, it hosts the major events in the city, such as the Ultra Music Festival, for example, and countless rock concerts. From there, one can also take boat trips around the Biscayne Bay.

As for those who want to know a little bit of Cuba without leaving Miami, Little Havana

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Known as the shopping heaven, it is almost impossible to leave Miami without feeling your suitcase a little bit heavier. Many tourists even take an extra trolley bag when they go to the malls and outlets, in order to store their purchased items as they shop. Even only in few hours inside the airport, it is easy to find yourself carrying many bags. With such a variety of shops as the 10-Dollar Boutique, the Hudson on News, Lacoste, Hugo Boss, Sunglass Hut, and Tech on the Go, Michael Kors the options for the visitor to buy electro-nics, sunglasses, handbags and clothing are never-ending.

With a view to Biscayne Bay, the Bayside Marketplace is home to over 150 stores with the best American brands. It is a great place to buy souvenirs and mementos from the trip because the kiosks sell local crafts, jewel-ry, leather goods and gifts from all around the world. With a beautiful view to the sea, Baysi-de is also the boarding point for many water tours in Miami.

Those who enjoy an alternative clothing style should visit the Design District, north of Miami. In an area of over 10,000 square meters, visi-tors will find second-hand items, clothes, accessories, objects and goods from past deca-des. The site also concentrates art, furniture and home decor items galleries.

Those who enjoy shopping outdoors must go to Lincoln Road, in Miami Beach. With its stre-ets closed for the circulation of cars, the loca-

will make the tourists feel like they are on the Caribbean island. With colorful streets, restau-rants and Cuban cigar shops, the place charms its visitors with the rich Latin culture. Usually, the best day to visit the location is on Fridays, when there is an art and cultural event called Viernes Culturales (Cultural Fridays). Little Havana is also home to several art galleries and Cuban souvenir shops.

It is impossible to talk about Miami without mentioning its amazing and vibrant nightli-fe. Considered one of the best nightlife scena-rios in the United States, you can have fun until the sun is up at the bars, nightclubs and the trendiest parties in the planet, such as the Louis Bar Lounge, Mokai and SET. In order to avoid long lines, please follow our tip, which is contacting the venues prior to your visit, and putting your name on the list.

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tion becomes an excellent shopping spot. There is a fair called the Green Market, famous for selling organic products such as vegetables and fruits, and typical farm products such as honey, cheese and juice. There is also the Anti-que and Collectible Market, which happens from time to time and it offers the tourist numerous crafts, vintage products, paintings, a variety of clothes and accessories.

currency anD taxThe currency is the US Dollar and is represen-ted as US$. The most common bills are those of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 dollars and the coins are 25 cents (quarter), 10 (dime), 5 (nickel), 1 (penny). It is hard to find 50 cents or 1-dollar coins. Credit cards are accepted as long as they are linked to the international banking system.

In the United States, the Sales Tax varies accor-ding to each state. In Florida, the Sales Tax ranges from 6% to 7%. Therefore all of the tourist’s purchases, including hotel daily fees and car rental have their value increased by 6%. Unlike other countries in Latin America and Europe, in the US the taxes are refunded only in some states. This refund is also known as VAT (Value Added Tax).To get rid of taxes and fees, the best option is to purchase at the Dufry Group Stores. Check here the list of countries that count on Duty Free shops.

The type of accommodation depends on the purpose of the trip and the profile of the visi-tor. Miami offers several options for business travelers, those who travel with their fami-lies and friends, or those who are on a budget. Since it is a very popular tourist destination, we advise you to book in advance.

MiaMi beach With an area of 39 km², from which 19.5 km² are bathed in water, Miami Beach is a great place for those who want to relax and enjoy the beautiful beaches within the area. South Beach is the busiest area, with an intense nightlife and consisting of many hotel-bouti-ques with Art Deco architecture. One of the advantages of staying in this area is that you can do almost everything on foot or by bike. However, it is not recommended for those looking to save money. Bal Harbour, for instan-ce, which is located in North Miami Beach, is ideal for those looking for comfort, elegance and sophistication. With accommodations with a view to the beach, visitors find luxury hotels, spas and first class resorts. Downtown MiaMi/brickell In view of being a commercial area, this loca-tion receives many people traveling on busi-ness. In this area, the tourist will have options of hotels from large networks with more affor-dable prices, but which also offer a beautiful view, as well as great restaurants and shops. At a 15-minute distance from South Beach, Downtown Miami has cheaper options and accommodations close to the beach.

airport area Ideal for those traveling on a budget. Here the tourist will find hotels with great cost/bene-fit. As it is not a central area, renting a car is essential if you want to move around with ease, as the public transportation falls short in this area.

coconut Grove Is a good option for those who want to see the city on foot. Here, you can find many restau-rants and cafes. However, if you want to go to the farther areas in Miami, you must rent a car.

The cultural diversity and the influence of neighbors from Caribe, Central America and South America made Miami cuisine extremely rich. The Cuban cuisine is one of the most typi-cal in the city, but you can also find restau-rants with traditional food from countries such as Venezuela, Colombia, Peru, Brazil and Argentina.

Little Havana gathers the main Cuban restau-rants, considered by many visitors as the best in Miami. Anyone looking for a typical Cuban dinner, to have lunch in involved by the Latin beat or for a delicious breakfast, finds some delicious options in this neighborhood.

You can also enjoy Haiti and Dominican Repu-blic cuisines in the Greater Miami restaurants. In Little Haiti, tourists find the authentic flavor of Haitian food. You should try the diri kole ak PWA (rice and beans), Poul (chicken) and goat meat.

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Those looking for a luxurious dinner by the sea will find excellent options in Bal Harbour. Coral Gables is the ideal place for a family lunch. Coconut Grove attracts visitors with its laid-ba-ck bars and restaurants along the waterfront. A delicious dinner, surrounded by a luxurious green landscape facing the sea turns every trip into something even more charming.

The eclectic Miami Beach offers several options to spend a quiet day on the beach and elegant restaurants to have dinner in the evening. Downtown Miami has the ideal places for business lunch meetings and happy hours, accompanied by delicious cocktails.

With golf courses and several places to shop for famous brands, Coral Gables has been an area much sought after by tourists who are looking for a luxurious vacation. In the area, there are also options for Italian restaurants and outdoor cafes. Besides the shopping, the Design District is also known for its irresistib-le concept restaurants. In this neighborhood, tourists can also find trendy cafes and street bars.

Very popular, Asian cuisine is also a hit in Miami. With its great variety, it is easy to find options of Chinese, Japanese, Indian, Thai and Vietnamese restaurants. The irresistible sushi fishes are always fresh and the slices are really thin. Be sure to try the international beers.

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