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Miami - the summer capital of the United States and home to beautiful stretches of beaches. The place is also renowned for its best sunny weather that complements its seaside wonders. But, the city is not just about sunbathing and beach walking, surprisingly, amidst its small size, it can compete with the glitz and glamour of its more famous city counterparts - New York and Los Angeles.
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The city got its name from the Miami River which in turn got its name from the Mayaimi people who lived in the area during European colonization. The city started flourishing after the Great Freeze of 1894 where its potential for being a building site was discovered. One would not expect region filled with forests and animals become a major international, financial and cultural center. Miami’s population is one of the most diverse in the whole United States - mostly from the Latin Americas. As a result, a lot of the architecture, sculpture and art pieces in the city have been heavily influenced by this diverse mix of cultures. The city is also famous for its Art Deco District - a collection of almost 960 historic buildings embracing this movement of modernism. With more than 800 parks scattered around the city, you will enjoy the combination of nature with the urban atmosphere. Two national parks surround the city: the Biscayne National Park - famous for its reefs, islands, turtles and pelicans - and the iconic Everglades National Park - home of the most notorious animal of Florida, the alligators. The Miami Zoo also house more than 2,000 wild animals available for public viewing through open air exhibits and the cage free environment makes encounter with the wildlife up close and personal. The countryside is also home to one of Miami’s greatest treasures, the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. With 34 rooms overlooking a breathtaking courtyard, the villa rich in Renaissance influence was designed by more than 1,100 craftsmen from Europe to create the most authentic design of the estate. Inside the villa resides the most exquisite European expression of arts and furniture dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Experience Cuban culture as you visit Little Havana with its social areas, restaurants and food shops brimming with Latin music and Latin artwork depicted at the streets, establishments, and attitudes of the people. This distinctive cultural atmosphere will surely hypnotize you, after all, it hypnotized the neighboring streets and avenues which now in turn imitate what’s happening at Calle Ocho, the heart of Little Havana. Truly, Miami’s treasure is more than its golden sand. Such can only be described by direct experience. So, start planning, go packing, and start the vacationing! Destination: MIAMI! |
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People & CultureThe glitz, glamour and the overall vibe of Miami calls for fun and relaxation. When you're in this colorful city, you throw all your concerns away. However, not knowing how to deal with Miami locals can pose a concern. The city is an intricate weave of varying and complicated cultures. Fortunately, gaining the approval of the locals isn't as complicated as it sounds. Here are some things to remember about the people and culture of Miami.
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The glitz, glamour and the overall vibe of Miami calls for fun and relaxation. When you're in this colorful city, you throw all your concerns away. However, not knowing how to deal with Miami locals can pose a concern. The city is an intricate weave of varying and complicated cultures. Fortunately, gaining the approval of the locals isn't as complicated as it sounds. Here are some things to remember about the people and culture of Miami. The city is an interesting - and beautiful - meeting of cultures. As one of the most popular tourist spots in the United States, you'll be bound to see different nationalities here. Miami is also a retiree's paradise - gray-haired tourists are everywhere. Unlike the snobbish locals of some big US city, Florida's popular city is home to the most friendly locals - to them, every visitor is a special guest. Don't be surprised if someone offers you a drink or invites you to one of the parties - Miamians are congenial as that. If you're visiting Miami, have a few Spanish words ready - it will help you with building friendships among locals. Don't get too intimidated, though. Miami has its own invented language - the Spanglish or a mix of Spanish and English - so you won't have a hard time. During the day, Miami is a place filled with really fit people - it seems like every one living in this lush city is obsessed with staying fit. Life's a beach here - quite literally - since you'll see more people wearing swim clothes than actual clothes. During the night, Miami is a party haven. The party scene in Miami is nothing short of electric whether it be on the beaches or on one of the boats. If you're lucky, you'll even get to rub elbows with famous personalities. Drivers in Miami are aggressive - don't feel bad if someone honks on you because they could just be simply avoiding the notorious traffic that plagues the city. Bring lots of patience when it comes to availing of services - things can be pretty slow in this city. There's more to Miami than its gorgeous beaches. Most Miami locals are art-inclined often evidenced by the city's spacious art deco buildings. Skipping the beach is rude - it's like visiting Rome and skipping the Vatican. But if you're done with the beach, don't hesitate to ask suggestions from locals - they could offer interesting spots in the city. |
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