DK Travel : Miami : Places of interest

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Perky’s Bat Tower, Sugarloaf Key

In 1929 one Richter C. Perky, a property speculator, built this awkward structure, designed to be every bat’s dream-home; in exchange, the bats were supposed to rid the area of its voracious mosquitoes. Unfortunately, the bats he imported instantly flew away, while the mosquitoes thrived.
Presidential Election Debacle

Florida became the epicenter of the election in 2000, with the result anything but clear.
Red Fish Grill

Perhaps the most starryeyed setting in Miami, with its shimmering bay views and evocatively lighted foliage. The potent backdrop of Biscayne Bay, Fairchild Tropical Gardens, and nearby Mattheson Hammock Park and saltwater Atoll Pool make this an unforgettable place to dine. Attentive service and delicious food.
Rosie O’Donnell

In 2002, the talk-show hostess came out as a lesbian and championed gay adoptions in the only state to ban them.
Sanibel and Captiva Islands

The Lee Island Coast offers an irresistible combination of sandy beaches, exotic wildlife, lush vegetation, and wonderful sunsets. The jewels in the crown are Sanibel and Captiva Islands, which offer a Caribbean-style laid-back atmosphere mixed with upscale shops and restaurants. Much of the territory is protected, and development has been limited: there are no condos and very few large hotels, mainly just houses and cottages scattered among the greenery.
Santería and Vodou Botánicas

South Florida at its most darkly exotic. The botánicas (shops) carry all sorts of magic potions and power objects used in the practice of the hybrid religions of Santería and Vodou (voodoo) – a little Roman Catholicism mixed with a lot of ancient West African ritual and belief (see Santería (mystical belief system)).
Seven-Mile Bridge Run

In mid-to late April, enthusiastic runners honor the bridge that joined all the Keys together by conquering it with their own two feet.
Shoppes of Wilton Manors, Fort Lauderdale

An entire gay shopping mall! Shops here include Gay Mart, In the Pink Books, Oh What a Basket, Greetings from the Rainbow, Inside Out Boutique, and Wicked Leather. There are also many prominent bars, gyms, clubs, and restaurants, such as Around the World Pizza, Chardees, and Simply Delish.
SoBe and the Deco District

Posh high-life and decadent lowlife meet and the fun never stops in the vibrant beach-and-nightclub community of South Beach – otherwise known as SoBe (see SoBe Life). The world-famous Deco District (see Deco District), an essential element of Miami Beach, is beautifully preserved in hundreds of colorful, inspired buildings.

Liquid Night Club

Cactus Bar and Grill

Cavalier Hotel, Deco District

Park Central Hotel

Delano Hotel
South Beach Lifeguard Huts

In all the world, it is unlikely that you’ll find any lifeguard huts so aesthetically pleasing as these Deco-style delights (see Beach Patrol Stations).