Once a quiet retreat for retirees, Miami has exploded into a fashionable sunspot infused with Cuban culture, a round-the-clock party vibe and its own unique style.
Stroll past the Art Deco confections along Ocean Drive. Head to the hot new Design District for smart shopping and trendy cocktails. Explore the nearby Everglades by airboat to see alligators and manatees.
Laze in the sun on a Miami beach. Drive the scenic A1A to Fort Lauderdale or the Overseas Highway to Key Largo. Play a round at one of 50 golf courses in the area. Have dinner at an outdoor café in Coral Gables or a Cuban bodega in Little Havana. Then party all night long at the celebrity-soaked clubs in South Beach.
Chose a hotel in South Beach to be close to most of the action, but try one of the spa-like resorts towards Bal Harbor if you want to pamper yourself. Unless you plan to stay close to your hotel, you'll need a car to get the most from Miami.