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Miami is a young city - it was founded in 1896 - but has taken full advantage of its prominent location to become one of the United States' foremost cities. Its meteoric growth from nothing to a city of 5.5 million in 110 years earned it the nickname of "The Magic City".
Miami enjoys a resplendent location in southeast Florida. Tropical weather year-round ensures a steady stream of tourists, especially in winter. The city has some of the United States' most popular beaches and also has a vibrant Latin American community.
Miami hosts many entertainment venues, theaters, museums, parks and performing arts centers.
Miami has a tropical climate. During summer, temperatures range between 24º C and 32º C and there is quite a bit of rain. In winter, the temperatures are between 15º C and 24º C, but there is little rain.
In winter, Miami tends to attract a lot of Americans trying to escape the cold, while avoiding the humid heat of the summer.
Miami International Airport (MIA/KMIA) is the city's main airport and is one of the United States' largest airports. There are non-stop routes from and to over 70 cities worldwide, including destinations throughout North and South America, Europe and the Middle East. Miami International Airport is also the largest international gateway for American Airlines.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is also located nearby.
Miami is part of Amtrak's Atlantic Coast The Silver Service/Palmetto travels between New York and Miami.
Four interstate highways (I-75, I-95, I-195, I-395) and several U.S. Highways service the Miami-Dade County.
From the airport:
Take the SR 112 (Airport Expressway) into downtown.
Miami has been dubbed the "Cruise Capital of the World". The Port of Miami is one of the most significant ports in the United States and the world's largest cruise ship port. In 2005, over 3.5 million cruise passengers passed through Miami.
Eight cruise lines sail out from Miami: Carnival Cruise Lines, Celebrity Cruises, Costa Cruises, Crystal Cruises, http://www.ncl.com/Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, and Windjammer Barefoot Cruises.
Metrobus, Metromover and Metrorail are all operated by Miami-Dade Transit.
Miami is considered a dangerous city for pedestrians. South Beach is as safe as anywhere for walking any time of day or night. As are most of the neighborhoods of Miami.
Cycling in South Bbeach can be fun, but rollerblades are better.
Coconut Grove was established in 1825 and is the location for many nightclubs, bars and restaurants.
| Property | Address | Type | Popularity |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAE Miami Beach Indian Creek | 2727 Indian Creek Road Miami Beach | Hotel | 72 |
| AAE Miami Beach Lombardy Hotel and Hostel | Collins Road 6300 | Hostel | 77 |
| Airport Villas | 4325 NW 18th Street | Apartment | - |
| Baltic Hotel Miami | 7643 harding av miami beach | Hotel | - |
| Biscayne 21 | 2121 North Bayshore Drive, Suite 815 Miami, Florida | Apartment | - |
| Chateaubleau Hotel | 1111 Ponce De Leon Blvd Coral Gables, Florida 33134 | Hotel | - |
| Deco Walk Hostel | 928 Ocean Drive | Hostel | 87 |
| Harrisson Hostel | 411 Washington Ave | Hostel | 72 |
| Indian Creek Hotel | 2727 Indian Creek Drive | Hotel | - |
| Island House South Beach | 1428 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139 | Hotel | 74 |
| Jazz on South Beach Hostel | 321 Collins Avenue | Hostel | 81 |
| Miami Beach International Travellers Hostel | 236 9th Street Miami Beach | Hostel | 88 |
| Miami Beach Vacation Apartments | 919 Michigan Av South Beach Miami Beach | Apartment | 60 |
| Motel Blu | 7700 Biscayne Blvd. | Hotel | 75 |
| My Miami Beach Rental | 690 South Shore Drive Miami Beach | Guesthouse | 83 |
| Red Roof Inn Miami | 3401 NW Lejeune Rd | Hotel | 72 |
| Red Roof Miami Airport | 3401 NW Lejeune Rd | Hotel | 84 |
| Santa Barbara Hostel | 230 20th Street | Hostel | 80 |
| South Beach Backpackers | 940 8th Street, South Beach | Apartment | 84 |
| Tassia One | 1800 Collins ave # 16B | Apartment | - |
| The Clay Hotel and Hostel | 1438 Washington Avenue South Beach, Miami Beach | Hotel | 82 |
| The South Beach Hostel | 235 Washington Avenue Miami Beach | Hostel | 81 |
| The Tropics Hotel and Hostel | 1550 Collins Ave | Hostel | 81 |
| Wharton Properties | 235, 18th street Miami Beach | Apartment | - |
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