Beaches and Lifestyle

When one thinks of Miami, the name ‘South Beach’ immediately comes to mind, conjuring up images of suntanned bodies and a high-energy night life. Due to the huge popularity of South Beach, Miami attracts nearly 11 million tourists each year. During the 50s and 60s, the South Beach area of Miami Beach was renovated to the glamorous and stylish resort town it is internationally known as today. In 1979, Miami Beach's Art Deco District (an approximately one square mile area at the tip of the island) was placed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The world famous Ocean Drive is host to many award-winning hotels, restaurants, and specialty boutiques sure to please the most discriminating palate. Ocean Drive is the choice location for many movie directors and hosts some of the hottest parties in the “coolest” of settings. In the early morning, visitors can often watch movie scenes being filmed and fashion shoots taking place on this popular street. Lincoln Road is another hotspot in South Beach for fine boutiques and cuisine. Many of these businesses are closed for business in the morning, often opening their doors after noon, but they all stay open late to accommodate the booming nightlife. Be sure to check out Ocean Drive and Lincoln Road while visiting South Beach.

South Beach is not only known for its sandy beaches and boutique shopping; when the sun goes down, South Beach really begins to heat up! This trendy Art Deco district of Miami Beach is booming with clubs, nightlife, and international cuisine. For anyone looking for the place to be seen and people watch — South Beach is the place to be!