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.

Balans

This London import is a firm favorite in the gay community. Offering a global menu (including their signature lobster club sandwich) with a dash of British style.
Baleen

Fresh oysters shucked at your table, the best lobster bisque on Biscayne Bay, oaksmoked diver scallops, and Asian bouillabaisse are some of the treats.
Bank of America Tower, International Place

I. M. Pei’s striking take on the ziggurat theme so often used in Art Deco, looking for all the world like a stepped stack of CDs in various sizes. It’s especially appealing at night when it’s lit up with vibrant colors.
Barbara Capitman

The driving force behind the movement to save the Art Deco hotels (see The Story of Tropical Deco).
Barbara Gillman Gallery

Showcasing the work of selected young local artists.
Barbara Meller-Jensen, Hapless Tourist

The unwary German visitor was murdered in 1993, tarnishing Miami’s tourism image.
Barnacle Bed & Breakfast, Big Pine Key

Tucked among towering palm trees on a white sandy beach, this is an intriguing Caribbean-style home where leisurely breezes prevail. Unique furnishings in each room. Breakfast is served in the atrium overlooking the ocean.
Barnacle State Historic Site

Hidden from the highway by a tropical hardwood hammock (mound), this is Dade County’s oldest home. It was designed and built in 1891 by Commodore Ralph Munroe, who made his living as a boat builder and a wrecker (salvager). In fact, wood from shipwrecks was used to build the house, and it was inventively laid out to allow the circulation of air, all-important in those days before air-conditioning. Rooms are stuffed with old family heirlooms, old tools, and wonderful early appliances.
Barnacle State Historic Site

This unusual house, lived in by the descendants of its original builder until 1973, is the area’s oldest, built in 1891 (see Barnacle State Historic Site).
Barton G – The Restaurant

The lush, tropical orchid garden is a great setting for a romantic evening under the stars. Popular with locals, the food is neo-classic American.

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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