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By Dawn Muench-Pace, About.com Guide to Miami Travel

Transportation from Miami Airport: Should I Take a Taxi or Shuttle?

Monday December 14, 2009

You have arrived at Miami International Airport (MIA) and gotten your bags, now what? You have a few transportation options to get from the Miami airport to your hotel, or to the Port of Miami for your cruise.

Find out about your options in Transportation Options from Miami International Airport, including taxis, shuttle vans, private and public transportation, and car rentals.

New Year's Eve 2009 in Miami

Monday December 7, 2009


Miami is a beautiful place to celebrate the New Year. The weather in Miami is very mild at this time of year, compared to other parts of the country.

Find out what to do on New Year's Eve. From parades to fireworks, there are plenty of fun ways to ring in 2010 in Miami.

For a full listing, check out New Year's Eve 2009 in Miami.

Best Shopping in Miami

Monday December 7, 2009

Miami is known for many things, including great shopping opportunities. Most of that is the expensive kind, but there are also plenty of places to shop even if you are on a budget.

We will tell you the best places to shop in Miami - whether you want to spend a lot or save a lot.

Read our listing of the Best Shopping Spots in Miami.

Photo courtesy Aventura Mall.

2009-2010 Miccosukee Indian Arts Festival

Tuesday December 1, 2009


The Miccosukee Indian Arts Festival is a chance to experience the color and pageantry of costumed Native Americans from all over the country.

Now in its 35th year, the festival features dance performances, alligator demonstrations, arts & crafts, airboat rides, and much more.

The festival runs from December 26, 2009 through January 3, 2010.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit the Festival Web Site.

Browse here for more upcoming events in Miami:

Photo courtesy powwows.com.

2009 Florida Dance Festival: Winterfest

Tuesday December 1, 2009


Florida Dance Festival: WinterFest is a distinctive dance event, held in Miami and Miami Beach. It features classes, workshops, intensive courses, and an outstanding performance series featuring Florida, national and international guest artists.

The festival runs from December 27, 2009 through January 3, 2010.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit the Festival Web Site.

Browse here for more upcoming events in Miami:

Photo courtesy Florida Dance Association.

December 2009 Events in Miami

Tuesday December 1, 2009


December in Miami is so exciting! We are just brimming with fun festivals and events this month. Find out about the special events and festivals going on this December in Miami. They include:

  • Art Miami
  • Design Miami
  • Photo Miami
  • SCOPE International Contemporary Art Fair
  • NADA Art Fair Miami
  • Art Basel Miami Beach
  • Sand In Your Boots Event
  • Israel Film Festival
  • Miccosukee Indian Arts Festival
  • Florida Dance Festival: WinterFest
  • Christmas & Holiday Events
  • New Year's Eve Events
  • And many more!

Find out more about December Events in Miami.

Browse here for a list of Annual Events in Miami.

'The Nutcracker' Performances in Miami

Tuesday November 24, 2009

Going to see a performance of The Nutcracker is a popular holiday tradition. There are plenty of dance companies putting on this ballet in Miami throughout the month of December.

For the full listing of performances, plus many more holiday events, check out Christmas Events in Miami.

Photo courtesy Miami City Ballet.

2009 Israel Film Festival in Miami

Tuesday November 24, 2009


The long-standing Israel Film Festival is coming once again. Now in its 24th year, it has become the largest showcase of Israeli films in the United States.

The fest will run from December 16-23, 2009.

For more information or to buy tickets, visit the Festival Web Site.

Browse here for more upcoming events in Miami:

Photo courtesy Free Image.

December 2009 Art Shows in Miami

Wednesday November 18, 2009

Anchored by Art Basel, Miami is host to a wide variety of internationally recognized art shows each December.

They include:

  • Design Miami
  • Photo Miami
  • Femme Art Miami
  • SCOPE International Contemporary Art Fair
  • Art Miami
  • Red Dot Fair
  • INK Miami
  • Art Asia Miami
  • Graffiti Gone Global
  • Verge Art Fair
  • Sculpt Miami
  • Art Basel Miami Beach
  • NADA Art Fair Miami
  • Pulse Miami
  • Aqua Wynwood
  • Tribal Miami Art Show
  • Zones Art Fair Miami
  • Breakfast at the Bakehouse
  • PooL Art Fair

For information about these, check out Winter Arts Shows in Miami Beach.

Photo courtesy GMCVB.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2009

Wednesday November 18, 2009

Once again, it is time for one of Miami's biggest events. Art Basel Miami Beach is an international art show and American sister event of Art Basel in Switzerland.

It is recognized as the most important annual art show of its kind in America, and it runs from December 3-6, 2009.

Many spin-off art shows have popped up around the same time as Art Basel, including Art Miami, Design Miami, Photo Miami, SCOPE International Contemporary Art Fair, and NADA Art Fair Miami.

For information about these, check out the full list of Winter Arts Shows in Miami Beach.

Photo copyright Robin Hill.

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