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We’ll be taking a little break from blogging this week, but we’ll be back in 2008 with even more things to do and places to see on your next trip to Miami. Happy holidays!
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According to a recent USA Today article, changes are in store for next year that could make flying easier and more enjoyable. For instance, JetBlue began testing in-flight email this year and other airlines are expected to follow suit in 2008. New developments in security screening technology will (hopefully) streamline the security process. And several major airports will expand, meaning (presumably) less crowding and more amenities.
What do you think of these new developments? Will flying become easier in 2008 or will these trends create additional complications? Leave a comment and let us know!
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New Year’s Eve in South Beach
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Word is spreading about Miami’s vibrant nightlife scene, so it’s no surprise that the city made Yahoo! Travel’s Top 10 Destinations for New Year’s Eve, along with Orlando, New York City, and Las Vegas. About.com’s Guide to Miami, Renee Chapple, has some suggestions on where to go for New Year’s Eve in Miami. So, what are your plans for New Year’s Eve 2008? Leave a comment and let us know. Happy New Year’s!
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‘Tis the season for holiday shopping. If you need a gift for someone who already has it all, then why not consider giving a Go Miami Card?
Go Miami Cards make great gifts, because they are one-size-fits-all, allowing your lucky gift recipient to choose the activities that most appeal to them. Mom and Dad can relax with an Island Queen Cruise or a trip to Coral Castle. Cousin Sue can enjoy some retail therapy at the Bayside Marketplace or soak up some culture at the Lowe Art Museum. Cousin Steven can visit the Wings Over Miami Air Museum or the Gold Coast Railroad Museum.
With over 30 top attractions in Miami and the surrounding area, the Go Miami Card has something for everyone. AND we’re now offering 25% off 3, 5, and 7-Day cards. Hurry - sale ends tomorrow!
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If you’re jetting off to sunny Miami this Christmas, then you’ll be pleased to learn that there are tons of things to do this holiday season. For starters, check out Miami Kids list of events, which features dozens of great ideas for the whole family. Then hop on over to the Christmas Blog for more festival holiday suggestions. And, if you need Miami-themed gift ideas, then About.com’s Miami Guide has 10 great gift ideas. She also shares her musings on the holiday season in Reflections on a Miami Christmas. Check back soon to find out which Miami attractions will be open on Christmas day!
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This weekend brings the sixth season of Art Basel Miami Beach. Running from Thursday, December 6 through Sunday, December 9, this high profile art show attracts over 40,00 art lovers from around the world. According to the event website, “Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events featuring music, film, architecture and design.”
Here is the public program list, which features receptions, lectures, brunches, and more celebrating art from the 20th and 21st centuries. The exhibition spaces are concentrated in Miami’s Art Deco District near several hotels and the beach. Visitors can also take advantage of shuttle bus service from major hotels to some of the gallery spaces.
Art lovers planning to visit Miami may also want to explore the Lowe Art Museum, Bass Museum of Art, and the Miami Art Museum.
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Spanish village, Miami Beach
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Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a beach getaway with a few girl friends, or a romantic weekend escape, trip planning can get complicated. What should you pack? Where should you go to escape the crowds? How will you find restaurants that serve gluten-free treats in an unfamiliar city?
We want to relieve the stress of trip planning and help you enjoy your vacation, so we’re introducing a new feature on this blog called “Ask a Travel Expert.” If you have a travel-related question, then feel free to leave a comment and we’ll try to answer it in a future blog post. Happy Travels!
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According to MSNBC, more than 27 million people will be flying this week for Thanksgiving. If you’re among them, then you’ll want to read Peter Greenberg’s last-minute travel tips. The Today Show contributor tells readers not to gift warp anything in their luggage (unless they want to be pulled out of the security line and questioned) and to ship bags ahead of time if at all possible. Since Thanksgiving is such a high-traffic time for the airways, President Bush recently approved a “Thanksgiving express lane” from Florida to New England and added additional measures to avoid delays. Happy Thanksgiving!
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Whether you are looking for sizzling Miami nightlife, Hollywood beach-front elegance, or you need a quiet, relaxing atmosphere to complement your business trip, Miami has a hotel for every traveler. Here are our picks for a Miami getaway:
For a Romantic escape… For the ultimate Miami experience of chic elegance visit the Delano Hotel, which attracts celebrities with its state of the art decor and architecture that seamlessly blends the indoors with the fresh, tropical surroundings. A seemingly endless lounge pool with lounge chairs right in the water or plush beds poolside offers the height of comfort and relaxation. The hotel also offers sophisticated nightlife in the heart of Miami’s South Beach. It may be tempting to never leave the hotel but try renting bicycles to tour the rest of South Beach. And you’ll need to dress the part to fit the tropical elegance of the hotel–get your pool and beach attire at Surf Style.
If you are traveling with a pet… For a more affordable, yet elegantly comfortable stay right on the beach, enjoy the pet friendly Kent Hotel. L0cated in Art Deco District, the hotel integrates the whimsical decor that is characteristic of the neighborhood. As if the beach-front location wasn’t enough, check out the Art Deco Welcome Center and Walking Tours.
For the party animal… Also located in the Art Deco district and within walking distance of the beach, the Clevelander Hotel offers a fun, affordable stay in America’s playground. Expect a college party atmosphere and a friendly staff constantly serving drinks. Check out the Clevelander restaurant and bar, too.
If you are traveling on business… The Intercontinental Hotel is a comfortable, quiet hotel, perfect for the business traveler. Located right on the bay, you can catch a few rays of sun and fresh tropical air without being in the heart of the South Beach Party. Still, its central location near downtown Miami allows for easy sightseeing such as the Lowe Art Museum or Deering Estate.
If you are on a budget…. The Clay Hotel is actually a hostel, but its quaint architecture and decor, great location on the beach and in the historical Art Deco District still allows for a relaxing vacation feel. Nestled along Espanola way, the area offers an unpretentious local vibe–worlds away from the stereotypical Miami Beach vacation. Nearby attractions include the Pelican Harbor Seabird Station, give you an insight into the unique animal life in the area.
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Photos courtesy of the Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL)
If you’ve ever been to Miami Beach, especially South Beach, you might have been curious to know how the architecture got its distinctively stylized look. Here’s a little overview of Art Deco architecture.
Miami Beach’s building boom came during the second phase of Art Deco known as Streamline Moderne. It began at the stock market crash and ended at the onset of WWII. The architecture represents a less decorative reflection of the post-Depression era. It began in 1910 when Carl Fischer and John Collins began to transform the mangrove swamp into a tourist destination. The name Art Deco itself comes from the Exposition Internationale des Arts Decoratifs Industriels et Modernes held in Paris in 1925, which promoted art deco architecture in Europe. It’s bold colors and zig zag architecture dates back to the Egyptian tombs when objects of this style were placed in pharoahs’ tombs to enlighten the sleeping kings.
Miami Beach architects used local imagery to create what we now call Tropical Deco. These buildings feature relief ornamentation featuring whimsical flora, fauna and ocean-liner motifs to reinforce the image of Miami Beach as a seaside resort. The feel really adds to the aura of Miami Beach- it’s a contrast because though it’s a progressive and uninhibited city, the architecture brings you back to a different time and era. The best way to see and learn about Art Deco is to visit the Art Deco Welcome Center at the intersection of 10th St and Ocean Drive. They offer guided 90 minute walking tours from local historians 5 days per week. The Miami Design Preservation League is also offering a special Art Deco lecture tomorrow evening at 7 pm.
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