Miami
Overview
Duration: 10 Nights
Miami is a vibrant destination that offers a mix of urban excitement and coastal beauty. So many areas to explore, including art deco landmarks, vibrant culinary scene, crystalline waters and lively nightlife!
Highlights
Islamorada sport fishing
Salsa in Miami
Art Deco architecture walk
South Beach people watching and sunbathing
Days 1-3
Land in Miami, self drive to Islamorada. Check into Cheeca Lodge & Spa for 3 nights.
With a long history, rich with tales of pirates and treasure, Islamorada is a classic stop on any Florida Keys itinerary. Otherwise, simply lay back, relax and soak up the beauty of this amazing location.
Activities include:
This ‘village of islands’ is the sport fishing capital of the world, and also offers many other maritime sports and activities.
Swim in the clear seas and relax on the sandy beaches, take in the spectacular views Islamorada has around every corner.
Potter through local artisan galleries and craft stalls before enjoying a delicious seafood lunch, or hire paddle boards and head off on an adventure.
Days 4-6
Drive 1.5 hours to Miami. Check into Mr C Miami for 3 nights.
Miami is an iconic destination with brilliant beaches, a vibrant nightlife, lovely parks and fabulous architecture. A sprawling city with a vast range of cultures and a fiery Latino spirit, Miami lies on Florida’s coast, flanked by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Everglades wetlands on the other.
Days 7-10
Head to Miami South Beach to stay at The Betsy South Beach for 4 nights. An iconic, boutique luxury hotel oozing vintage glamour, nestled among the pastel-coloured Art Deco architecture of the famous Ocean Drive.
Activities include:
Beach action, soak up some of Florida’s sunshine. Renowned for its stretching white sands and glistening turquoise waters, South Beach is a glamorous combination of beach relaxation, vibrant day and night.
Sample the local cuisine crafted by world-renowned celebrity chefs.
Shop ’til you drop, Lincoln Road Mall is home to both big brands and independent fashion shops.
Sip a cocktail and people watch in the cosy and stylish cocktail bars.
The Art Deco buildings make South Beach a paradise for architecture buffs – Ocean Drive is lined with exuberant colourful buildings and cafés – perfect for a relaxed afternoon.
Enjoy activities like diving, snorkelling and kayaking, or take it easy from aboard a glass-bottomed boat, cruising across the reefs.
For a touch of air-conditioned culture, head to one of the art or history museums.
Party the night away in one of the pulsating clubs on South Beach or try the salsa in one of Miami’s man Latino hotspots.
Head back to Miami airport for return flight.