DK Travel : Miami

At its best, Miami is all pastel hues and warm, velvety zephyrs – a tropical reverie. The culture is sensuous and physical, often spiked with Caribbean rhythms and accents. Outdoor activities hold sway throughout the area, at the world-famous beaches and in the turquoise waters; the vibrant nightlife, too, attracts pleasure-seekers, while significant historical sights are around every corner.

Las Olas Boulevard and the Galleria

Fort Lauderdale’s high-end shopping is spread between its main street downtown and a mall just near the beach. Las Olas’ 100-plus boutiques are unique, all mixed with some really good restaurants. The Galleria, East Sunrise Blvd at A1A, offers Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue.
Laundry Bar

It’s not all about suds at this much-frequented laundromat and full-service bar, alive with clean, cruisy locals and a throbbing dance beat.
Le Café de Paris, Fort Lauderdale

This family-owned French restaurant has been around for more than 30 years, offering good food and good value. The escargot appetizer is especially delicious.
Leatherotica

The smell of leather wafts your way as soon as you enter, and all of it’s black, with stainless steel studs. You can watch the craftsman at his work table, shaping the leather into various hard-wearing items.
Lechon Asado

Pork is a big part of the Cuban diet. This term translates as “roast suckling pig,” and is the ultimate feast.
Liberty City

Site of deadly race riots in 1980, this African-American neighborhood has many interesting murals and graffitiinspired art.
Lighthouse Court Guesthouse Resort, Key West

Another clothing-optional, gay-males-only, “happening” resort comprising 10 restored houses a block off Duval Street.
Lignumvitae Key State Botanical Site

Access is by boat only to this virgin hardwood forest home and gardens built by William Matheson. Call the Long Key Recreation Area to arrange a tour.
Lincoln Road Mall

Second only to Ocean Drive in its star-quality appeal. Lined with sculpture-fountains and plants, this pedestrian area with its outdoor eateries is always lively. Score, at No. 727, is very good after dark (see Lincoln Road Markets).
Lincoln Road Markets

This lively pedestrian area, graced with attractive fountains and upscale restaurants and shops, also offers various markets. On Sunday, there’s one selling fruit and flowers, plus regional products, and specialties. Every other Sunday from October to May, there’s also a collectors’ market, and on the second Tuesday of the month “Arts on the Road” features all sorts of work.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
- under $100
- $100–$200
- $200–$250
- $250–$300
- over $300
Restaurant price categories

For a three-course meal for one with half a bottle of wine (or equivalent meal), taxes and extra charges.
- under $20
- $20–$40
- $40–$55
- $55–$80
- over $80