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Dawn's Miami Travel Blog May 2008 Archive

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

Should I Fly Into Miami or Fort Lauderdale Airport?

Wednesday May 28, 2008
If you will be traveling to Miami by plane, you have a choice of two major airports. Take a look at our article Flying to Miami: Which Airport Should I ... Read More

Transportation from Miami International Airport

Wednesday May 28, 2008
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 ... Read More

Azul Restaurant in Miami

Thursday May 22, 2008
Located inside the Mandarin Oriental hotel on Brickell Key, Azul's main selling point is its stunning beauty and views. And the food is fantastic. They offer a full bar, waterfront ... Read More

Atrio Restaurant in Miami

Thursday May 22, 2008
This reasonably priced restaurant, located at the Conrad Hotel, attracts diners of all types. Located on the hotel's 25th floor, it offers amazing views of the city. The cuisine is ... Read More

Acqua Restaurant in Miami

Thursday May 22, 2008
Located inside the posh Four Seasons hotel, this restaurant has excellent Mediterranean and Greek food and outstanding service. They offer a full bar, indoor and outdoor dining, and are kid-friendly. ... Read More

Conrad Hotel in Miami

Wednesday May 21, 2008
The Conrad chain is the luxury branch of the Hilton hotels brand. This spectacular 36-story luxury hotel - located in Brickell - features guest rooms, studios, and suites with contemporary, ... Read More

Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Miami

Wednesday May 21, 2008
The guest rooms at this 5-star luxury hotel feature high ceilings and rich details. Lounge on the private beach, indulge at the full-service spa, or have an amazing dinner at ... Read More

The Setai Hotel in Miami Beach

Wednesday May 21, 2008
The Setai in South Beach has every amenity and comfort you can imagine. With gorgeous Asian-influenced décor, luxurious and spacious suites, a full-service spa, 3 pools and 2 great restaurants ... Read More

Miami Has Rudest Drivers Once Again

Tuesday May 20, 2008
For the second year in a row, Miami drivers have been ranked the rudest in the country, according to a road rage survey by AutoVantage. Check out the facts in ... Read More

Barton G. The Restaurant in Miami Beach

Tuesday May 20, 2008
The food here is great, but its the theatrical presentation that makes for the most unique dining experience in Miami. Plates and drinks are outrageously designed by Chef Barton G, ... Read More

La Sandwicherie Sandwich Shop in Miami Beach

Tuesday May 20, 2008
This excellent French Deli serves fresh and tasty salads, sandwiches, and juices, for low prices in South Beach. It is open until 5 am, and is a very popular spot ... Read More

Best Live Music Venues in Miami Beach

Monday May 19, 2008
Miami Beach nightlife is made up of more than just drinking, dancing and DJs. There are also some awesome live music venues where you can hear local indie artists and ... Read More

Grapeland Water Park in Miami is Finally Open!

Sunday May 18, 2008
After a grand opening celebration on May 14, the Grapeland Water Park is now open for kids of all ages to enjoy. It features two pools with slides, a winding ... Read More

Beachcomber Hotel in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
Though rooms are basic and offer few luxuries, this renovated Art Deco classic is sunny and clean, with a friendly staff. After a complimentary breakfast, linger on the inviting porch, ... Read More

Greenview Hotel in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
Friendly staff and a homey atmosphere make guests at this renovated Art Deco hotel feel welcome. The décor is elegantly simple, with light wood furniture and sisal area rugs. Read ... Read More

The Kent Hotel in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
A funky choice for young travelers, the Kent has playful appeal. Psychedelic colors and geometric shapes define the lobby, while rooms are decked out in lilac and steel. Relax in ... Read More

Century Hotel in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
One of the few hotels to have perfectly preserved its original Art Deco design, the Century has won awards for this achievement. Sleek design features include hardwood floors, gleaming white ... Read More

Chesterfield Hotel in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
An African jungle safari theme reigns at this renovated Art Deco designer hotel. Extras include a free breakfast, nightly cocktail hour with a DJ spinning hip hop music, and VIP ... Read More

Hotel Chelsea in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
An outstanding choice for jet-setters on a budget, this Art Deco gem has a feng shui feel. Bamboo floors and Japanese-style futon beds make rooms stylish and relaxing. . Read ... Read More

Whitelaw Hotel in Miami Beach

Monday May 12, 2008
This hotel goes beyond their promise of clean sheets, hot water, and stiff drinks. Groovy furnishings are set off by pristine white bedding, floors, and curtains. The friendly staff welcomes ... Read More

Gianni Versace's Casa Casuarina to Open to the Public

Monday May 12, 2008
In a May 8 article in the Los Angeles Times, Rosemary McClure writes that Miami's Casa Casuarina - the former home of designer Gianni Versace - will soon open to ... Read More

Sheba Ethiopian Restaurant in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
Miami’s only Ethiopian Restaurant, located in the Design District, is beautiful and unique. This authentic ethnic restaurant serves delicious and satisfying cuisine. They have outstanding choices for meat-lovers as well ... Read More

Cacao Restaurant in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
Cacao offers creative contemporary Latin American cuisine, in an elegant and tasteful setting. Choose from flavorful ceviches, exotic seafood and steak dishes, and delectable chocolate desserts. Read more about Cacao ... Read More

Blue Door at the Delano

Monday May 5, 2008
Blue Door's innovative menu and serene garden location attract the hip, famous, and wealthy to this restaurant, which was once partly-owned by Madonna. The cuisine is part French, part Latin ... Read More

Balans Restaurant in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
The Miami location of London-based Balans is located on very hip Lincoln Road Mall. Just a few examples of the light and creative dishes on the menu are crab cakes, ... Read More

La Carreta Restaurants in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
La Carreta serves a wide variety of traditional Cuban cuisine in a casual environment. Prices are very affordable, kids are welcome, and they have 9 locations so there is always ... Read More

Front Porch Café in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
Front Porch Cafe is located on bustling Ocean Drive, and it is quiet and serene on this end of the strip. It is among the best places for breakfast in ... Read More

Nobu Restaurant in Miami Beach

Monday May 5, 2008
Nobu’s Peru-inspired Japanese cuisine means you can choose from outstanding Japanese, Sushi, and Seafood dishes all in one sitting. The servers can help you make a choice between all of ... Read More

Bonefish Grill in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
Bonefish Grill has locations in Coral Gables, West Miami, and Kendall. You’ll find delicious fish at fair prices, in an upscale-casual environment. The staff is friendly and you can feel ... Read More

Spris in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
With locations in South Beach and Coral Gables, you are never far from the best pizza in Miami. Baked in a wood-burning brick oven, the pizza crusts are tasty and ... Read More

Review of Mario The Baker

Monday May 5, 2008
This pizza and pasta chain has locations in Bay Harbor, Coral Gables, North Miami, Doral, Downtown, and Aventura. They serve incredible pizza, fresh pasta, and the most garlicky rolls you ... Read More

Rusty Pelican in Key Biscayne

Monday May 5, 2008
The seafood fare at Rusty Pelican is good, but you will think it is great while taking in the spectacular panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. Come ... Read More

Smith & Wollensky in Miami Beach

Monday May 5, 2008
Part of a New York City-based chain, Smith & Wollensky is the focal point of boisterous South Pointe Park. They dish up scrumptious seafood and serious steaks – but the ... Read More

Red Fish Grill in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
Tucked deep inside Matheson Hammock Park in Coral Gables, Red Fish Grill is a tropical oasis that even many locals don't know about. Be sure to sit in the outdoor ... Read More

Mendoza Restaurant in Miami

Monday May 5, 2008
Hidden away in the Mark Condominium in Downtown Miami, the lucky few who have found Mendoza Restaurant rave about the food as well as the views. Enjoy simple yet delicious ... Read More

Kids Help Cook at Tuscan Steak this June

Monday May 5, 2008
A fantastic family event will be going on in June at Tuscan Steak in Miami Beach. Its a program called "Big Chef, Little Chef" where parents can dine and relax ... Read More

Historical Key Biscayne Boat Tour

Thursday May 1, 2008
The Historical Museum of Southern Florida's Stiltsville, Cape Florida Lighthouse & Key Biscayne Boat Tour is a must for anyone interested in Miami's history. Read more in our Review of ... Read More

Swimming with Dolphins In or Near Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
South Florida has so many wonderful activities to choose from, but one of the most special and unique is the chance to swim with trained dolphins. Here we will tell ... Read More

Motorcycle Rentals in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
Motorcycles are a popular mode of transportation for visitors to Miami, because they are a fun way to enjoy the sun, and they are so much easier to park. Find ... Read More

Miami Road Names and Numbers

Thursday May 1, 2008
Miami roads and highways have nicknames as well as numbers, and Miamians use these names frequently. Your complete road name translation guide is provided in Miami Road Names and Numbers. Find ... Read More

Getting from Miami to Orlando

Thursday May 1, 2008
Orlando is the home of many fun theme parks including the Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, and many more. If you have kids, it is an ... Read More

Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Coral Gables

Thursday May 1, 2008
Coral Gables restaurants may not be as funky as those in Miami Beach, but what they lack in glitz they more than make up for in quality and taste. Check ... Read More

Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Miami Beach

Thursday May 1, 2008
Miami Beach has some of the best restaurants in the world, and these stand out as the most popular. Check out my Top Picks in Best Fine Dining Restaurants in ... Read More

Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Brickell

Thursday May 1, 2008
Downtown Miami's Brickell neighborhood has several top-notch restaurants housed in fine hotels, as well as some fresh, new options located in Mary Brickell Village. Check out my Top Picks in ... Read More

Free Internet Access at Miami Libraries

Thursday May 1, 2008
Visitors to Miami may find it helpful to know where to find their nearest public library branch. It is a great place to browse local guide books, do some Internet ... Read More

Crandon Park and Beach in Key Biscayne

Thursday May 1, 2008
Crandon Park offers one of the best beaches around, plus much more for families. Crandon Beach has been ranked one of the Top 10 Beaches in the U.S. A short ... Read More

Pinecrest Gardens in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
Located on the former site of Parrot Jungle, Pinecrest Gardens is a delightful respite for many local families and visitors as well. Featuring huge banyan trees and lush vegetation, it ... Read More

Miami Seaquarium

Thursday May 1, 2008
Miami Seaquarium is a great place for children to see their favorite ocean animals. Shows are scheduled throughout the day, the best of which are the Flipper Dolphin Show and ... Read More

Miami Museum of Science and Space Transit Planetarium

Thursday May 1, 2008
Older children will find hands-on exhibits to enlighten their understanding of science while having fun. All ages will enjoy the planetarium shows that are scheduled several times per day, as ... Read More

Miami Metro Zoo

Thursday May 1, 2008
The whole family will delight in observing animals living in free-range environments similar to their natural habitats. Considered one of the best in the world, Miamis zoo has over 1,200 ... Read More

Miami Children's Museum

Thursday May 1, 2008
Younger children will marvel at the plethora of interactive exhibits, and be delighted that they can touch and move anything they want in this colorful and inviting museum created just ... Read More

Jungle Island in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
Formerly called Parrot Jungle Island, the new name reflects the parks incredible variety – they feature much more than just parrots! The park has several daily animal shows that even ... Read More

Gold Coast Railroad Museum

Thursday May 1, 2008
This museum will delight train lovers both young and old. Take a peek inside several historic train cars, including the Ferdinand Magellan, built for President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Read more ... Read More

Biscayne National Park in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
While enjoying the natural parks in Miami, dont forget about the one located under water! Kids of swimming age will find a bounty of treasures in this 181,500-acre wonderland, located ... Read More

Wet Willie's in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
Miami has plenty of ultra-trendy and pricey clubs and bars, but that scene is not for everyone. Wet Willie’s is a casual environment, serving potent frozen daiquiris at affordable prices. ... Read More

Mynt Lounge in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
Actors, models, rock stars, and other celebs frequent this futuristic-themed lounge, making it one of the most exclusive around. Read more about Mynt Lounge in Miami. For more about Miami ... Read More

Mansion Nightclub in Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
A great choice for dancing and live music, this multi-level club features the best DJs and live concerts in South Beach. Read more about Mansion Nightclub in Miami. For more about ... Read More

Monty's Stone Crab Seafood House & Raw Bar

Thursday May 1, 2008
A Coconut Grove institution, Monty's has been serving up no-nonsense seafood for over 30 years. There is a second location in South Beach, called Monty’s Raw Bar. Both spots have ... Read More

Best Bars in Downtown Miami

Thursday May 1, 2008
Sometimes you want to go out for more than just drinks and dancing. Luckily, Miami has some awesome live music venues, including these located in Downtown Miami. Check out the ... Read More

Best Upscale Bars & Cocktail Lounges in Miami Beach

Thursday May 1, 2008
For those who prefer to drink rather than dance, these upscale bars and cocktail lounges are the best spots in Miami Beach for a night of drinking and lounging alongside ... Read More

Best Casual Bars in Miami Beach

Thursday May 1, 2008
In South Beach, it is hard to avoid the bright lights and hype of the many expensive Nightclubs and Cocktail Lounges. But there are a number of excellent casual bars ... Read More

Best Dive Bars in Miami Beach

Thursday May 1, 2008
These bars are as no-nonsense as it gets. They never charge a cover, there are no dress requirements, and no velvet rope to wrangle past. If you want to hang ... Read More

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