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.

Nicaragua Bakery

Both a bakery and a snack bar-café for trying typical Nicaraguan treats such as fried plantain, fried pork rinds, nacatamal (Nicaraguan tamale), or pan de pico (a very rich cheese bread).
Nobu

Very chic and a fab celeb and people watching restaurant. Japanese cuisine at its best with a few twists.

Amazing sushi and tempura and an absolute must is the martini's.
Norman’s

Norman Van Aiken is the country’s chief protagonist of New World fusion cuisine. Experience opulent aspects of tuna, foie gras, fish, seafood, and even simple salad greens that you never knew existed.
Norman’s, Coral Gables

Haute-nouvelle-evolved fusion cuisine at its peak of foodie perfection. Norman has gained a much-deserved national and international reputation for his subtle inventiveness, and he’s published a number of books revealing some, but not all, of his secrets (see Norman’s).
Norton Museum of Art

One of South Florida’s finest, its European collection displays works by Rembrandt, Goya, Renoir, and Picasso. Americans include O’Keeffe and Pollock, and the museum also has strong ancient Chinese and Pre-Columbian collections.
Ocean Drive

The epitome of the “American Riviera.” Sit in a café, or cruise up and down the strip in a convertible, on skates, or simply on foot. And, of course, if you’ve got it – the buff bod, golden tan, and all – Ocean Drive is the place to show it off.
Ocean Surf Hotel, Miami Beach

Well north of South Beach, this appealing 1940 Nautical-Deco boutique hotel is right on the ocean. Restored in 1997, the serviceably decorated rooms offer mini-fridges, safes, and cable TV. Continental breakfast is included.
Ochun OggúAn Botánica

Seems that every little South Florida community has at least one Botánica (Cuban spiritual store). Stop by to pick up some extra True Love Spice or an amulet of Changâ, a Yoruba god.
Office Building

A 1940s mural depicting labor, the arts, and the Universe.
Old Cuba, The Collection

This welcoming little store specializes in Cuban art, music, books, and clothing, as well as dominoes, coffee-makers, and fine cigars. The owner, Jackie Perez, also promotes a ministreet-festival of the arts held on the last Friday of each month.

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Hotel price categories

For a standard, double room per night (with breakfast if included), taxes and extra charges.
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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
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- over $80