Miami is a wonderful place - the sense of newness creates a feeling of optimism, where anything seems possible and fortune can strike at any moment.
But visiting can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. We want you to avoid the uncomfortable part and feel like a local here, so here are some of our best travel tips to make your vacation safe, easy, and most of all, fun!
23 Travel Tips About Visiting Miami, Florida
- Eating in Little Havana - Cuban cuisine is simple and nourishing. The flavors are savory...
- Overcoming Language Barriers - Miami is a melting pot. Broken English is...
- How to Stay Safe - Avoid walking on the beach after dark...
- Preparing For the Weather - Hurricane season runs June 1 to Nov 30...
- What to Wear On Vacation - If you're to go to a nightclub, dress stylish...
- Figuring Out the Time Difference - All cities in Florida fall in the Eastern Time Zone...
- Paying With Credit Cards and Cash - Contact your credit card company and tell them...
- Exchanging Money - You lose money each time you change it...
- Free WiFi Connections - Free WiFi is available at most McDonald's, Starbucks...
- Using Mobile Phones and Calling Cards - Consider buying a prepaid phone for vacation...
- Taking Taxis and Public Transportation - Most Uber and taxi drivers don't speak English...
- Finding Hotels and Lodging - A word of warning: hotel rooms are smaller...
- Eating Out at Restaurants - Another thing may shock you is the portion size...
- Tipping Guidelines - Attention: South Beach restaurants and bars include the tip...
- Where to Go Shopping - Miami adds a 7% sales tax on purchased items...
- Cheek Kissing - Because of the large amount of Latins and Europeans here...
- Keeping a Sense of Humor - Americans generally have a good sense of humor...
- Topless and Nude Sunbathing - Women can sunbathe topless between of 1st St...
- Alcohol Laws - It is against the law for anyone under 21 years of age to drink beer...
- Dealing with the Police - Miami police are trustworthy and helpful toward visitors...
- Pre-Tour Checklist - Charge your phone and camera batteries the night before...
- Getting Medical Help - Miami Beach Health Clinic is located at 710 Alton Rd...
- 101 Best Photo Spots - Get inspired with our favorite #PhotoSpots...
Happy travels,
Gus Moore
Miami Tour Company
