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Anyone here from Miami area?
Looks like we will be vacationing there instead of Orlando this year Aug 22 - Aug 29.
Just wondering if there is enough interest to have a get together while I'm out there.
I'll be traveling with family. Any tips or suggestions of things to do or see would be greatly appreciated.
Wayne
Looks like we will be vacationing there instead of Orlando this year Aug 22 - Aug 29.
Just wondering if there is enough interest to have a get together while I'm out there.
I'll be traveling with family. Any tips or suggestions of things to do or see would be greatly appreciated.
Wayne
Wayne, there is SO much to do in Miami. Since you are coming with family, I will suggest stuff that hopefully will appeal to all ages.
Of course on my list would be
Parrot Jungle -- http://www.parrotjungle.com/
Art Deco historic district -- An area of Miami Beach noted for its concentration of over 800 Art Deco buildings all within one square mile. You can join the walking tour which takes you past the white- and pastel-colored stucco buildings beautifully restored to their former splendor thanks to the Miami Design Preservation League.
Amsterdam Palace (Versace Mansion) -- Gianni Versace was killed at this spot. Since then it has become a tourist attraction.
Lincoln Road -- A pedestrian walkway with entertainment, shopping, shows and great places to eat.
South Beach -- http://www.visitsouthbeachonline.com/ -- People watching is a great pastime in Miami's South Beach, which draws celebrities and beautiful people in skimpy swim attire to see and be seen. The wide and fine, white sand-covered beaches are popular spots for fashion photo shoots, so you're sure to see models. The area is known for its hip clubs and wild nightlife as well as numerous excellent restaurants.
Bayfront Park -- http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/
Miami Zoo
Not sure if you are renting a car but I would also make it point to visit Fort Lauderdale beach area -- http://www.sunny.org/visitors/index.cfm (north of Miami 20-30 min), Coconut Grove area (about 15 min south of South Beach), or even the Keys -- http://www.fla-keys.com (top of the keys is approx 1 hr to Key Largo and 2.5 - 3 hours to Key West -- in between the two you have Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine/Lower Keys and then Key west ... in that order)
Man, I can keep going but I don't want to point out things that may not be of interest to you. These are just some things off the top of my head that I have told friends in the past that were visiting and they all loved it. The links I posted have even more attractions and descriptions listed.
Just be sure to bring some good walking shoes. You will probably spend allot of time walking and sight-seeing as opposed to driving.
Hope this gets you started.
Curtis
Of course on my list would be
Parrot Jungle -- http://www.parrotjungle.com/
Art Deco historic district -- An area of Miami Beach noted for its concentration of over 800 Art Deco buildings all within one square mile. You can join the walking tour which takes you past the white- and pastel-colored stucco buildings beautifully restored to their former splendor thanks to the Miami Design Preservation League.
Amsterdam Palace (Versace Mansion) -- Gianni Versace was killed at this spot. Since then it has become a tourist attraction.
Lincoln Road -- A pedestrian walkway with entertainment, shopping, shows and great places to eat.
South Beach -- http://www.visitsouthbeachonline.com/ -- People watching is a great pastime in Miami's South Beach, which draws celebrities and beautiful people in skimpy swim attire to see and be seen. The wide and fine, white sand-covered beaches are popular spots for fashion photo shoots, so you're sure to see models. The area is known for its hip clubs and wild nightlife as well as numerous excellent restaurants.
Bayfront Park -- http://www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/
Miami Zoo
Not sure if you are renting a car but I would also make it point to visit Fort Lauderdale beach area -- http://www.sunny.org/visitors/index.cfm (north of Miami 20-30 min), Coconut Grove area (about 15 min south of South Beach), or even the Keys -- http://www.fla-keys.com (top of the keys is approx 1 hr to Key Largo and 2.5 - 3 hours to Key West -- in between the two you have Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine/Lower Keys and then Key west ... in that order)
Man, I can keep going but I don't want to point out things that may not be of interest to you. These are just some things off the top of my head that I have told friends in the past that were visiting and they all loved it. The links I posted have even more attractions and descriptions listed.
Just be sure to bring some good walking shoes. You will probably spend allot of time walking and sight-seeing as opposed to driving.
Hope this gets you started.
Curtis
Curtis,
Thanks for all the info. I'm sure we will not have enough time when we get there. Usually a new location takes a couple days just to get oriented and situated.
We plan on going to see the SF Giants play during that week over there. That's why we chose that week. Not sure what the seating arrangement of the park is over there and we are hoping to get seats that are in the shade if possible.
We might buzz up to Orlando, but, I think in one weeks time that will be a stretch to run up to Universal and Disney.
Probably the rest of our free time we will spend Geocaching where we are staying. That will help us get more familiar with the areas.
We could probably geocache the whole week.
We won't have any little kids, three adults and one teenager.
Wayne
Thanks for all the info. I'm sure we will not have enough time when we get there. Usually a new location takes a couple days just to get oriented and situated.
We plan on going to see the SF Giants play during that week over there. That's why we chose that week. Not sure what the seating arrangement of the park is over there and we are hoping to get seats that are in the shade if possible.
We might buzz up to Orlando, but, I think in one weeks time that will be a stretch to run up to Universal and Disney.
Probably the rest of our free time we will spend Geocaching where we are staying. That will help us get more familiar with the areas.
We could probably geocache the whole week.
We won't have any little kids, three adults and one teenager.
Wayne
DieselDave
Super Moderator,
I somehow overlooked this thread. I'm in Pensacola, home of the Blue Angels and the Cradle of Naval Aviation.
Has anyone been to the Everglades. We are interested in a tour. Just read the Everglades NP was closed Aug 12 due to impending Hurricane Charley. Has it re-opened?
Is the Everglades Safari Park an affiliation or different outfit? Would it be a good tour? We will be leaving for Miami this weekend.
TIA
Is the Everglades Safari Park an affiliation or different outfit? Would it be a good tour? We will be leaving for Miami this weekend.
TIA
Beretta1526
Flashlight Enthusiast
Actually IN Florida now... about 10 min from Universal, and 20 min from Disney.
Daddyo
Newly Enlightened
Miami here. love it and love to leave it.
bitter/sweet
bitter/sweet
Harrkev
Enlightened
Bumpity bump bump.
Anyone for a get-together?
The very first CPF SHOT get-together was in Orlando. It was a blast!
Anyone for a get-together?
The very first CPF SHOT get-together was in Orlando. It was a blast!
Airmon
Newly Enlightened
I'm in Big Pine Key, about 30 miles up US1 from Key West, or 120 miles Down US1 from Miami. The Keys are a great place to visit from Miami too.
Nice and dark here at night, too, without the big city lights.
Nice and dark here at night, too, without the big city lights.
PoliceScannerMan
Flashaholic
davidra said:
Same here, GO Gators!!! :rock:
Lighthouse
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Miami here.
And yep, the last Shot Show in Orlando was a blast and had fun meeting CPF'rs there, anticipating attending the next show in Orlando. Much as I'd like, unable to do the Vegas shot shows.
And yep, the last Shot Show in Orlando was a blast and had fun meeting CPF'rs there, anticipating attending the next show in Orlando. Much as I'd like, unable to do the Vegas shot shows.
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