Miami Travel Guide - Miami is located in Southeast Florida, on the Miami River, between the Florida Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean. Since its incorporation in 1896, the City has grown tremendously. Gone are the days when Miami was considered a winter resort with a primarily retirement crowd. Today, America’s favorite tropical city is the third most popular vacation destination in the United States falling only behind LA and NY.

Year round you have sun, sand and salsa. You can choose to spend your time at the Miami Beaches or taste the nightlife or visit the museums and other attraction or even shop. It has all. The tropical climate and landscape of Miami are only part of what makes it a major visitor destination.

Miami City's cultural diversity is another incentive. You can visit the Little Havana, Miami's most concentrated Cuban community and Little Haiti, where Caribbean culture melds with American spirit. Miami's flavour is heavily influenced by the confluence of cultures that meet in this diverse urban area. Ethnic food, artwork and crafts abound in the area, as well as many colourful festivals and events.

The very idea of Miami conjures up images of blue water lapping up onto golden sand. In addition to the relaxation retreat offered by the area’s beaches, Miami also has a happening nightlife that is second to none.

The high season here is October through January, and during spring break. The best Miami Hotel bargains can be found during the stiflingly hot summer months. But remember, this is also the time the Hurricanes can hit.