More known for its white sand beaches, the Sunshine State Florida is also a cultural melting pot. From state-of-the-art museums and design districts to fine dining restaurants, high-end shopping, a vibrant nightlife, and iconic theme parks, tour operators can package this US coastal state for urban Indian families.
Wherever you look, the beach is not far in Miami. Set just south of Bal Harbour and north of Miami Beach, Surfside is a family friendly beach town with a clean beach and biking paths. Nestled in this trendy beach district, is the modern all-suite hotel (complete with kitchenettes) The Residence Inn Marriott, a two-minute walk from Surfside Beach.
Then there is South Beach, the postcard beach featured on umpteen American television shows. But Florida is much more than just beaches. Ocean Drive is a party hotspot and is lined with nightclubs and cafes like the very popular Mango Tropical Cafe. This glamorous neighbourhood is also famed for its colourful art deco buildings with porthole windows and eyelids. The area has around 800 structures of historical significance, mostly built between 1923 and 1943. Some of them have featured in many Hollywood movies such as the 1936 wedding cake-style Beacon Hotel and especially the 1935 Colony Hotel, which is a Miami icon and is the most photographed art deco building by tourists. There is also Casa Casaurina - the large white, 1930 Spanish-style mansion, once the home of Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace, who was shot to death in 1997 on the steps. The home has been turned into a private, members-only party mansion. There are walking tours that give a peep into the history behind these historic buildings.
Also make sure to include Lincoln Road in the itinerary. In 1962, eight blocks of Lincoln Road were closed to cars, creating a pedestrian-friendly shopping paradise, dotted with restaurants and eateries. Stroll around while looking at amazing window displays.
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