So Far, it's a big call, but Florida is my favourite state. Whether that's because it's a welcome relief from the cold, or reminds me a touch of home, I'm not sure. But I love it here!!
Orlando/ Disneyworld was crazy...but Miami Beach has touched me, I would live here.
The beach itself is beautiful. In colour and appearance, it's like a really long Scarborough Beach. Covered with seats & umbrella's as all the resorts are just behind the boardwalk, and these are provided for guests. It's pretty much a pamphlet for the perfect beach vacation.
I think it's a mix of the palm tree's, the water and the lifestyle. We stayed up at Miami Beach in a bit of a shitty hotel. It was the most expensive accommodation we have had since we've been here, and were a little pissed off about that, but every time we walked out & in 2 minutes were at the beach. Every penny was worth it.
We woke up in the morning and went for a jog along the boardwalk, surrounded by palm trees and with the beautiful pools at the resorts on one side & the beach on the other. It actually gave me the motivation to jog...so I guess no more needs to be said!
We also ventured down to South Beach, the more populated area, and this is where alot of the culture comes into it. South Beach is the most recognisable section of the beach. It has the Art Deco area, bars & restaurants all along the coast road, tattoo stores everywhere ( and yes we went into Miami Ink - kinda the same as LA, no-one there of course) There is Cuban food everywhere, and everyone smokes Cuban Cigars. Shopping was heaps of fun too. There is lot of trashy stuff, and alot of really expensive stuff, but I got a nice maxi-dress and a cute short one from a Vintage store.
We went down just after Superbowl weekend so just missed a free concert with Rihanna, and a few other structures were being pulled down on the beach too - so you have to love the way it's utilized. looked like it may have been fun...Even with Rihanna. haha
The whole Miami beach area is extremely multicultural too, up near where we were there was a strong Jewish Presence, and as I mentioned, very Cuban/South American influence as well.
Anyway it was the kind of place you would vacation to - and never want to leave.
Since Miami Beach, we stayed in Downtown for a few days as well. A little different and a bit more urban, but near the water still incredible, markets and yachts/cruise ships everywhere We spent lots of time here dreaming of being rich...then eating Noodles & Mac and Cheese.
That's my Rant over. We are now in Ft Lauderdale, Enjoyed a lovely home cooked Valentine's dinner, and head on our Bahamas cruise in 2 days.
Very Happy, hope all is well at home
xxx
Orlando/ Disneyworld was crazy...but Miami Beach has touched me, I would live here.
The beach itself is beautiful. In colour and appearance, it's like a really long Scarborough Beach. Covered with seats & umbrella's as all the resorts are just behind the boardwalk, and these are provided for guests. It's pretty much a pamphlet for the perfect beach vacation.
I think it's a mix of the palm tree's, the water and the lifestyle. We stayed up at Miami Beach in a bit of a shitty hotel. It was the most expensive accommodation we have had since we've been here, and were a little pissed off about that, but every time we walked out & in 2 minutes were at the beach. Every penny was worth it.
We woke up in the morning and went for a jog along the boardwalk, surrounded by palm trees and with the beautiful pools at the resorts on one side & the beach on the other. It actually gave me the motivation to jog...so I guess no more needs to be said!
We also ventured down to South Beach, the more populated area, and this is where alot of the culture comes into it. South Beach is the most recognisable section of the beach. It has the Art Deco area, bars & restaurants all along the coast road, tattoo stores everywhere ( and yes we went into Miami Ink - kinda the same as LA, no-one there of course) There is Cuban food everywhere, and everyone smokes Cuban Cigars. Shopping was heaps of fun too. There is lot of trashy stuff, and alot of really expensive stuff, but I got a nice maxi-dress and a cute short one from a Vintage store.
We went down just after Superbowl weekend so just missed a free concert with Rihanna, and a few other structures were being pulled down on the beach too - so you have to love the way it's utilized. looked like it may have been fun...Even with Rihanna. haha
The whole Miami beach area is extremely multicultural too, up near where we were there was a strong Jewish Presence, and as I mentioned, very Cuban/South American influence as well.
Anyway it was the kind of place you would vacation to - and never want to leave.
Since Miami Beach, we stayed in Downtown for a few days as well. A little different and a bit more urban, but near the water still incredible, markets and yachts/cruise ships everywhere We spent lots of time here dreaming of being rich...then eating Noodles & Mac and Cheese.
That's my Rant over. We are now in Ft Lauderdale, Enjoyed a lovely home cooked Valentine's dinner, and head on our Bahamas cruise in 2 days.
Very Happy, hope all is well at home
xxx
3 comments:
all sounds great!
I have done a cruise to Miami beach and it was very nice and memorable experience of my life. Going on a beach in a summer vacation makes us very happy because I do not like to stay at home in summer vacation.
Miami metro has always been beaches! I love the waves and the sand
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