A commercial city on Florida’s southeastern coast, Miami offers the flashiness of an affluent metropolis amidst the backdrop of a trendy beach town. Its’ sidelong Gulf Stream current keeps temperatures mild year round, but the city’s vibrant Latin American influences spice up its’ cuisine, culture, and nightlife even on the rare cooler days. In addition to English, a majority of locals speak Spanish; any Miami tour guide can tell you it only takes a few days visiting to pick up helpful phrases of their romantic language.
As one of the largest cruise ship port’s in the U.S., Miami is often praised for its’ party-all-night attitude. Though certainly wild, Florida’s wealthiest city offers a varied cluster of neighborhoods with something for everyone. South Beach is a celebrity-sighting party scene, while Coral Gables is a golfer’s dream. Head to the Design District for the cities’ up and coming trendsetters, or lounge like the locals in one of Coconut Grove’s many bars, shops, or eateries. Wherever you go, Miami’s 35-mile stretch of sandy beaches keeps your suntan glowing.