Green Planet named the Miami Seaquarium one of its “7 Amazing Eco-Oriented Aquariums.” They cited the educational nature of many of the programs put on by the Seaquarium as one of the reasons it gets their stamp of approval.
The Manatee exhibit came in for special praise, particularly with the Seaquarium’s efforts around Manatee rescue and rehabilitation to help preserve these gentle but endangered aquatic creatures.
One highlight that is hard to find elsewhere is the Dolphin Interaction program. Participants get to learn about dolphins and then actually enter the water and interact with them. You were probably expecting me to now say how you can’t ride them, but in fact a dolphin ride is part of the experience!
The Seaquarium is one of 35 area museums, tours, and things to do in Miami that participate in the Go Miami Card program. With the card, holders get into any and all of the participating attractions for one flat price. Other participants include Jungle Island, an Everglades tour, the Miami Children’s Museum, Duck Tours, and more. The Seaquarium is also part of the Miami Explorer Pass Program, which let’s holders choose three sights from a list of 12. Either program is a great way to see the Seaquarium and the rest of Miami’s many attractions.
Green Planet’s & Amazing Eco-Oriented Aquariums can be found here. You can read about all seven aquariums chosen, including the Moody Gardens Aquarium and the Aquarium of the Pacific.
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For the first time, South Florida visitors and residents will be able to get up-close and personal with some of the rarest primates on Earth. Jungle Island’s Lemur Experience allows members of the public the chance to learn extensively about these colorful and vivacious creatures, while interacting with them in a hands-on way.
The 45-minute experience brings small groups of guests – no more than six at a time – in the park’s Lemur Nursery, where young ring-tailed lemurs, and the rare red-ruffed and black-and-white ruffed lemurs are growing up and developing. Before the interaction begins, the guests are educated about the lemurs natural habitat, diet and habits and are advised of the best way to pet them and feed them their favorite treat – juicy grapes.
When everyone is comfortable, the lemurs come out to meet their newest friends (and servers!) Quite the rambunctious crowd, the lemurs often make themselves right at home either on guests’ laps, shoulders or heads. (Don’t worry – they don’t charge for their hair styling services.) After a lemur has leaped off of your head, you’ll never be quite the same!
Native only to the island of Madagascar, lemurs are considered very rare in the animal kingdom. While some species of lemurs have actually gone extinct as a result of habitat destruction, the three types of lemurs on Jungle Island are each classified as either endangered or threatened.
As in their natural environment, the female lemurs certainly run the show. Female dominance is common in many branches of the animal kingdom (humanity arguably one of them) and the lemurs are certainly no exception. On Jungle Island, the dominant female is named Susie Q and all the males have been known to mind their P’s and Q’s around her.
Jungle Island’s Lemur Experience is offered daily, but advance reservations are suggested. The Lemur Experience costs $45 per person for the 45-minute experience and can accommodate up to six guests at a time. Reservations can be made by calling (305) 400-7275 between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm, 7 days per week.
Jungle Island, Miami’s entertainment destination, is located in the heart of the city between Downtown Miami and South Beach. The multifaceted grounds host Miami’s newest theme park, home to the world’s most rare and incredible animals. Guests marvel at the engaging animal shows and presentations, participate in hands-on interactions with fascinating animals, and are amazed by the park’s breathtaking landscapes and vistas.
The Miami International Film Festival runs from March 6th through March 15th and is hosted by Miami Dade College. Over 100 wide ranging films are debuted and over 75,000 film fans attend. Events take place at the Colony on Lincoln Rd, the Tower Theater in Little Havana, and the Gusman Center for the performing Arts.
This years’ theme is “Immerse Yourself in MIFF” which promotes the 26th edition of the Miami International Film Festival. The 137 selections for this year’s Festival represent more than 40 countries. Along with 40 shorts are 97 feature-length films, including four world premieres, 22 North American premieres and 18 U.S. premieres. Of this year’s eight first-time filmmakers, seven are in competition.
Be sure to take along a Go Miami Card to get the most out of Miami while you are attending the festival. And please visit Miami Film Festival Web Site for all the latest and greatest on the MIFF.
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Hey everyone, I’m beginning to upload videos all over the internet about the Go Card. You can find them on Youtube, Flickr, and other popular sites. We’re not going to make you scour the web, though. I’ll post them right here! Check out this video about the Miami Seaquarium.
While you can swim with the dolphins at the Seaquarium, Dolphin Harbor isn’t included with the Go Miami Card. You can certainly watch the dolphins though! Like the video says, dolphins prefer Go Card customers either way, even those who just watch. If you like the video, leave a comment, or check out the other Go Card videos at our YouTube page.
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Last year, the Four Seasons in Miami became the first green-certified hotel in Miami. It’s clear that travel companies and travelers themselves are becoming increasingly conscious of how their actions impact the environment. Today is Earth Day, why not think about going green on your next trip to Miami?
Here are some Miami attractions where you can celebrate animal and plant life.
Miami Seaquarium features marine shows and educational exhibits set against the beautiful backdrop of Biscayne Bay. See dolphins, sharks, sea lions, manatees, and more.
Miami MetroZoo is ranked among the top 10 zoos in the country. With 300 acres showcasing over 1,300 animals, the Miami MetroZoo offers something for everyone, from behind-the-scenes zookeeper tours to safari cycle rentals to animal feeding encounters.
Miami Beach Bicycle Center offers a way to see Miami without creating traffic or pollution. Ride past popular destinations like Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road, Coconut Grove, and more.
Pelican Harbor Seabird Station has been rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing sick and injured seabirds for over 25 years. The station welcomes visitors to tour the facility and learn more about preserving South Florida’s seabird populations.
Miami Science Museum boasts South Florida’s largest natural history collection with over 60,000 artifacts and specimens covering zoology, paleontology, and more. They also offer a wildlife center and a planetarium.
What are you doing to celebrate Earth Day and promote environmental awareness? Leave a comment, and let us know!
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Recently my friends and I checked out Miami Duck Tours on a weekend trip to Miami. I was surprised to discover how many famous movies were shot in the South Beach area. From the club scene in the remake of Miami Vice, to the apartment scenes in Ace Ventura Pet Detective to the infamous chainsaw scene in Scarface, you’ll think you are in Hollywood!
Our tour guide, “Rodney Dangerduck,” kept things lively with his trivia facts, jokes, and the occasional quack. He also pointed out many architectural nuances of South Beach that I will always associate with Miami. For instance, did you know that the Art Deco colors of the buildings are meant to mimic the colors of coral? Or that most of the buildings were designed to look like cruise ships, with smoke stacks and round portal windows?
The Duck Tour was a great way to tour the city and get a better idea of what we should check out while in Miami. Although the tour mainly focuses on Miami Beach and South Beach (which I learned are technically the same thing), you’ll also go over the MacArthur Causeway that connects greater Miami to Miami beach. You will also zoom past other great attractions, including Jungle Island, Miami Children’s Museum, and the Wolfsonian Museum. Don’t forget your camera!
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A favorite event of locals, this is a great way for adults and kids to have a fabulous time together. There’ll be tons of games for the whole family to play, including kids feeding their parents baby food while blindfolded.
Everyone is eligible to win tons of great prizes, including bicycles, toys, and the yet to be revealed grand prize. Have fun!
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The exhibit celebrates the Jewish writers and artists that dominated the early days of comic books. Will Eisner, the most influential person in American comics and creator of The Spirit, once said, “We are People of the Book; we are storytellers essentially and anyone who’s exposed to Jewish culture, I think, walks away for the rest of his life with an instinct for telling stories.”
There will be vintage artwork and books on display, along with multi-media presentations and interactive displays that bring superheroes to life for visitors. It’s a great way to trace the origins of your favorite comic book heroes from their Biblical inspirations to their impact on American popular culture.
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Through the month of April, the Miami Children’s Museum is hosting an exhibit in honor of the one, the only, Dr. Seuss!
Entitled “Oh Seuss! Off to Great Places,” the exhibit explores the life, characters, and other creations of the great Dr. Seuss. It encourages both children and adults to have fun and “play with language,” discovering new and exciting things within themselves and the world around them. There’s over 25 activities set in environments inspired by the ones Seuess created in his books, ranging from balloon races to 3-ring circus fun.
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The Doral Resort in Miami loves to get children and young adults learning the game of golf. Every day after 3 pm, kids up to age 15 are invited to golf for free or take a free golf lesson, when accompanied by a paying adult. There’s also a free rental of Accu-Length clubs your youngsters to play a round so you don’t have to worry about finding your own.
The Blue Monster golf course was the winner of the Best Golf Course in Florida for 2007 by Travel & Leisure Golf and the famous 18th-hole with its signature fountain was named one of the Top 100 Holes in the World by GOLF Magazine.
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