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MIAMI CITY BREAKS > FLORIDA
Miami is a major city in the southeastern corner of Florida, in the United States and the second-largest city in Florida [ after Jacksonville ].
Miami and
the surrounding metropolitan area are situated on northern Biscayne Bay between the Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean.
Greater Miami is regarded as a cultural melting pot, heavily influenced
both by its very large population of ethnic Latin Americans and Caribbean islanders (many of them Spanish- or Haitian Creole-speaking).
Miami City is the county seat of Miami-Dade County and
its largest city.
Neigbourhoods Miami : Allapattah, Coconut Grove, Coral Way, Downtown, Flagami, Little Haiti, Little Havana, Model City, Overtown, Upper Eastside, West Flagler and Wynwood /
Edgewater.
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Car Hire Miami / Motorcycle Rental
 Holiday Autos -
Holiday Autos offers the best fully inclusive car hire prices. Get cheap car hire quickly and securely online with holidayautos.co.uk, the experts in online car rental.
Sixt -
Pick-Up Station : Miami South Beach, Miami Airport, North Miami Beach.
Holiday Homes
Interhome
- Holiday homes Florida
Hostels in Miami
- Miami Beach
Hostelbookers.com is one of the worlds largest online booking services for hostels. All hostels you see here
are offering realtime prices and availability. We do not charge a fee to use this service.
HI-USA - American affiliate of the Hostelling International network
Hotels in Miami
Booking.com - Hotel Guide Miami
Booking.com - Hotels in and around Miami
Miami Beach 6.6 km, Coconut Grove 9.3 km, Coral Gables 9.5 km, Miami Springs 11.0 km, South Miami 12.4 km,
Hialeah 12.5 km, North Miami 12.9 km, Bal Harbour 14.7 km, Kendall 16.3 km, Hialeah Gardens 16.5 km, Doral 16.9 km, North Miami Beach 18.0 km
- Motel 6 and Red Roof
Travel Agents / Tour Operators
British Airways
Take a Miami holiday to sunbathe on sandy South Beach, play volleyball at dusk and enjoy Miami's late-night
cafe culture. Stroll along Miami's Art Deco Ocean Drive and dine in artsy Coconut Grove. Add a daytrip to your Miami holiday and visit the Everglades mangrove swamps, but watch for the alligators!
lastminute.com
Thomas Cook
Create your perfect trip to Miami - Flight, Hotel and Car.
Miami Cultural Community and Eco Tours
Discover the rich history and cultural resources in Little Havana, Allapatah ( Hispanic Heritage) Little Haiti,
Downtown Miami, Jewish Heritage, Asian Heritage Liberty City, Brownsville, Overtown, ( African-American
Heritage) Coconut Grove, Homestead and Florida City. Meet the people who make the art and cook the cultural
delicacies. Enjoy a riverboat ride up the Miami River, the heart of Miami's past and future. Visit Miami's unique
ecological resources in our eco-tours to Parrot Jungle Island, Everglades National Park, Fairchild Tropical
Garden and the Urban Parks of Greater Miami. Tour a Sustainable Farm in the center of the City. Learn what we mean by an anhinga and a gumbo limbo!
Travel Guides Miami / Related books
Southbeach Magazine - The Scene, Clubs, Dining, Shopping
Ocean Drive Magazine
Travel Guides Miami [ amazon.co.uk ]
Transport / How do I travel to Miami
Miami International Airport [ MIA ] - 10 km
Single largest international gateway for American Airlines, and is also served by many foreign airlines.
Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport [ FLL / KFLL ] - 36 km
This airport also serves the metropolitan area, and actually handles more total passengers who are originating or ending their trip in south Florida than does MIA. See Streetmap from Google Local, Online Aeronautical Map from Skyvector and Live Flight Tracking from Flightaware.
British Airways
British Airways has frequent flights to Miami, landing at modern Miami International Airport, seven miles west
of Downtown Miami. After your flight, catch a bus or taxi into central Miami and head for the sea to stretch
your legs. Less than an hour after your Miami flight lands, you could be relaxing in Miami's South Beach, soaking up warm Atlantic sunshine and taking in the impressive Art Deco architecture.
Virgin Atlantic
- flights from London to Miami
Book cheap flights to Miami at ebookers and benefit from discounted airfares.
KLM UKg(16896160)a(576231))
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines take you to hundreds of destinations everywhere in the world.
Airline Tickets Miami / Bargain Flights to Miami
Port of Miami - The main seaport and largest cruise ship port in the world
Amtrak - American Railways
Miami is connected to Amtrak's Atlantic Coast services.
Tri-Rail
Tri-Rail is a commuter rail line linking Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach, Florida. Stations in Miami
-Dade County, Broward County and Palm Beach County.
Florida Department of Transportation
Florida Highways - Florida in Kodachrome
Local public transportation includes Metrobus and Metrorail, a metro rapid transit system [ both operated by Miami-Dade Transit ].
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Tourism City of Miami - See Visitor
Centrally located in a bustling urban area that is bursting with new developments, residential homes and eye catching attractions, Miami is truly a world class destination.
City of Miami [ Government ]
Rich with history, Miami has 13 different neighborhoods that contain several historical locations and
landmarks. Each neighborhood is fully equipped with full service parks,fire and police stations and a
Neighborhood Enhancement Team center where residents and business owners can go to obtain answers to their questions and help with City services.
Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) is the official sales and marketing organization for
Greater Miami and the Beaches. Find complete Miami, Florida tourism information including attractions, events, clubs, accommodations and much more with this online Miami tourism guide.
Airport Area
To the north of the Miami airport area, pueblo-style mansions in Miami Springs recall pioneer aviator Glenn Curtiss' vision of a Southwestern-inspired town.
Aventura - City of Aventura
Some of Miami's tallest condominium towers are located there. Aventura is also home to Aventura Mall.
Aventura is located in northeastern Miami-Dade County.
Bal Harbour - Village of Balharbour - village in Miami-Dade County
Bal Harbour Village is an oasis of pampering and privilege with its oceanfront resorts, fine dining and
shopping. Only minutes from Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Bal Harbour Village is home to the renowned Bal
Harbour Shops, the world's most complete collection of luxury fashion houses. Bal Harbour also offers unparalleled oceanfront resorts where fine dining, sun, surf and luxury are a way of life.
Bay Harbor Islands - see Town of Bay Harbor Islands
The Town of Bay Harbor Islands, located in Miami-Dade County, Florida, is a growing and vibrant community
of fine homes, luxury condominiums, and apartments. The Town is home to an elementary school, retail shops
, restaurants, professional offices and many other businesses. The Town's location near South Beach, the
Bal Harbour shops, downtown Miami and other areas in Miami-Dade County has made it an ideal place to live and work.
Brickell Avenue
Coconut Grove, Miami's Village - see Coconut Grove's Special Events & Marketing Committee
Coconut Grove offers a cosmopolitan village setting where you can indulge with a visit to distinguished art galleries and cutting edge bars and nightclubs. See also King Mango Strut Parade
Coral Gables
Downtown Miami - Official Portal to Downtown Miami
Art & Culture, Advertising, City News Miami, Condo Guide, The Downtown Boutique, Development
Downtown E-Blast, Downtown Miami's Best, FAQ, Filming in Miami, Happenings, Guide To Downtown,
Other Links, MIA, Miami Holidays, Night Spots, Painting The Town, Postcards, Press Releases, Pulse of the Town, Stocks, Tour the Magic City, Talk of the Town.
Hialeah - City of Hialeah - see also City Guide for Hialeah
Hialeah is part of the Miami metropolitan area and the Greater South Florida metropolitan area. The city is
located upon a large prairie between Biscayne Bay and the Everglades. Hialeah ranks #1 in the list of cities in the United States where Spanish is most spoken.
Key Biscayne - Key Biscayne Chamber of Commerce
The barrier island of Key Biscayne occupies a privileged location, nestled between the beautiful beaches of the Atlantic Ocean and the pristine waters of Biscayne Bay.
Only a causeway away from the bustle of downtown Miami, Key Biscayne is a world of its own. It's a
cosmopolitan community where the sounds of languages from throughout the world mingle together in one voice of love for the Island Paradise that its residents call home.
Key Biscayne - Village of Key Biscayne [ Government ]
Liberty City - unincorporated neighborhood urban area Miami
The area comprises of more than half of Miami-Dade County's nearly half a million African Americans.
Little Haiti - unincorporated neighborhood in Miami
Little Haiti is one of the poorest areas in Miami and is known for its crime and drug trade [ 2006 ] but it's
currently experiencing a renaissance and a boom, due to rising property values and a new found pride and confidence within Haitians in the United States..
Little Havana - a section of Miami, where many Cuban immigrants settled
In recent years increasing numbers of Honduran, Nicaraguan, and Guatemalan immigrants have moved into
the neighborhood, as increasing numbers of Cubans leave the area for the suburbs in western Miami.
Miami Beach - Miami Beach Government
Miami Beach - Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce
When the sun comes up with the peaceful serenity of a tropical dawn, it rises over the Atlantic Ocean and it
shines brilliantly over one of our nation's hottest destinations, Mami Beach. It sizzles with style and sophistication.
Miami Lakes - Town of Miami Lakes - incorporated town in Miami-Dade County
Intrigued by the European-style New Town concept of the self-contained village, brothers Bill, Phil and former
Governor Bob Graham set out to plan and build a better community in the heart of South Florida. The result of
their foresight is one of the most successful towns ever built. The realization of their vision is Miami Lakes. See Miami Lakes Community.
Miami Shores - Miami Shores Village
Miami Shores - Greater Miami Shores Chamber of Commerce
Located just north of downtown Miami, between I-95 and Biscayne Bay, it is a great place for raising a family, doing business, and enjoying life.
North Bay Village - City of Northbay Village
Located on Biscayne Bay between the cities of Miami and Miami Beach, the three islands that comprise the
city offer a friendly small town atmosphere set amid the tropical splendor of South Florida turquoise waters.
North Miami Beach - City of North Miami Beach
Located midway between Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, North Miami Beach's central location provides visitors easy access to tourist sites in virtually all of South Florida in less than 30 minutes.
Opa-Locka - City of Opa-Locka
Opa-locka is a City of 4.2 square miles located in the north western area of Miami-Dade County, Florida. It has
a population of approximately 14,700 residents, a large general aviation airport, 3 parks, 2 lakes, and some of
the most unique buildings in the country. Because it was based on the Arabian nights theme, it has streets
with such names as Sabur Lane, Sultan Avenue, Ali Baba Avenue and the original Sesame Street.
Overtown
Overtown, Miami was once a thriving center for Greater Miami's Black community. Now, nestled between
Downtown Miami and the civic center, Overtown is welcoming the restoration of buildings in the two-block area designated as Overtown, Miami's Historic Village.
South Beach - see City of Miami Beach
South Miami - see Miami Dade Government
South of the city, the rural face of Miami-Dade County, is revealed in an exciting blend of modern suburbs,
historical villages and bucolic backcountry. South Miami's attractions have a distinct character — fun, fascinating and unique.
Sunny Isles Beach - City of Sunny Isles Beach
Sunny Isles Beach really hits the spot for beachgoers with 2.5 miles of beautiful white sand. The beach is
filled with activities like jet skiing, sailing, kayaking and all the equipment you need to enjoy them is rentable on
the beach. There are no food stands or restrooms, but you can easily find them in one of the many hotels
lining the beach. Sunny Isles Beach is a great example of a Miami beach…clean, fun, and always full of entertainment.
Sunny Isles Beach lies between the flowing Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean.
Surfside
Located in "America's Rivera" Miami, along the graceful Atlantic Ocean, Surfside Beach is one mile long and
world-renowned for powder white sand and it's crystal-clear water. Surfside Beach is within minutes of
Miami's hottest attractions, and speaking of hot, Surfside Beach is also a topless beach! Surfside Beach also offers activities such as tennis courts and other recreational facilities.
Ancient Spanish Monastery
Built in Segovia, Spain in 1141, the Monastery Cloister is the oldest building in the Western Hemisphere.
Newspaper magnate William Randolph Hearst brought the pieces to America, and in 1952 Miami developers reassembled the monastery on its current site.
Art Deco Historic District
The nation's largest 20th Century National Register Historic District. The area features more than 800 historic
buildings erected during the 1920s and 1930s, and contains a variety of architectural styles.
Biscayne National Park
A 53-foot glass-bottom boat and a 45-foot diving and snorkeling catamaran takes adventurers across southern Biscayne Bay, through wilderness, mangrove creeks, islands, and out to tropical coral reefs
teeming with sea life. Family snorkeling and scuba diving available from the boat. Canoe and kayak rentals,
picnic area, walking trails, fishing, camping and shower facilities available. Reservations required. Beautiful waterfront visitor center offers exhibits, films and information.
Biscayne Nature Center
Offers hands-on marine exploration, coastal hammock hikes, fossil-rock reef walks, local history lectures and
beach walks. Marine exploration trips scheduled at low tide only. All trips led by naturalist guide.
Cauley Square Historic Village
This nostalgic village offers a glimpse of Old South Florida at its best. Its quaint cottages have been restored
into a labyrinth of antiques, boutiques and specialty shops, featuring unique items to delight the discerning
shopper. The garden paths invite guests to casually stroll in the shade, making this a perfect setting for a
private gathering or an unforgettable wedding. The famous Tea Room Restaurant and The Latin Corner & Notes on Vine offer a delicious menu.
Coopertown Airboat Rides and Restaurant
Offering airboat rides and alligator exhibitions since 1945. Professional guides lead tours through Hardwood
Hammock to see national wildlife in its native Everglades environment. Just 11 miles west of Florida' s Turnpike.
Coral Castle Inc.
This quirky monument is one of Greater Miami's more unusual attractions. Giant pieces of coral rock were
carved into a variety of objects by Edward Leedskalnin in the 1920s, as a tribute to unrequited love. The
construction techniques behind this mystery garden of fantastic coral sculptures continue to baffle experts and visitors.
Coral Gables Merrick House
This is the boyhood home of George E. Merrick, founder and developer of the City of Coral Gables. This
historic landmark house originally began as an 1899 frame house which was added onto in 1907. The house
has been restored to the 1920s period and filled with the Merrick family's art, furniture and personal treasures.
Deering Estate at Cutler
One of the most beautiful and unique parks in South Florida. More than 420 acres, offering tours of
endangered natural areas, historic and archeological sites, recreational facilities and a breathtaking view of
Biscayne Bay. The park also contains the historical remnants of the Richmond Cottage, portions of which date
back to 1896, and the Mediterranean Revival winter home of Charles Deering, completed in 1923.
Espanola Way Association
This historic Spanish village, built amid the romance and frivolity of the early 1920s, became the center for
those with a bohemian nature. Artists, writers, musicians and dancers made this charming area the center for
all that was exciting and new. Today, 80 years later, it is once again the home of those seeking a bohemian
lifestyle. Its unusual shops, restaurants and art galleries attract residents and visitors alike. Dine at a Spanish, French or Italian restaurant amid Mediterranean architecture.
Everglades Alligator Farm
Explore the Everglades on a thrilling airboat tour and enjoy live shows every hour featuring alligators and snakes.
Everglades National Park
The third largest national park in the Continental U.S., encompassing 1.5 million acres of rare and beautiful
ecosystems. The park contains a visitor center, nature trails, a full-service marina, boat launching ramps, boat rentals and camping facilities.
Everglades Safari Park
Features an alligator farm and show, guided airboat rides, a jungle trail, an interpretive center, a restaurant and a gift shop. Private tours available.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
This 83-acre garden, established in 1938, is one of the world's preeminent botanic gardens, with extensive
collections of rare tropical plants, including palms, cycads, flowering trees and vines. Features a new 13,000
-square-foot Visitor Center, a conservatory, a tropical fruit pavilion, vine pergola, sunken garden, winding
paths, 11 lakes, lily ponds, overlooks, vistas and an outdoor tropical rainforest. Offers narrated tram tours,
self-guided tours and programs in environmental education, conservation and horticulture.
Fruit & Spice Park
Established in 1944, this tropical paradise is nestled in the heart of the Redland District, just 35 miles south of
Downtown Miami. More than 500 varieties of exotic fruits, herbs, spices and nuts from throughout the world are found in this lush 35-acre park.
Go Miami Card by Smart Destinations
Miami's All-in-one Attraction Pass featuring more than 25 Miami area attractions plus discounts on shopping
and dining. Customers may choose from one, two, three, five or seven days of unlimited admissions to Miami's very best attractions, museums, tours and cruises.
Miami Beach Marina
Located adjacent to Government Cut, with no fixed bridges and plenty of deep water, Miami Beach Marina
affords easy accessibility to great fishing...sailing...and cruising. The famous Art Deco District is nearby with exciting shopping and the night life of trendy South Beach.
Miami Children's Museum
Includes 14 galleries, classrooms, parent/teacher resource center, Kid Smart educational gift shop, 200-seat
auditorium and Subway restaurant. The museum offers hundreds of bilingual, interactive exhibits; programs and classes and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.
Miami Metrozoo
Rated one of the top 10 zoos in the U.S., this 300-acre cageless zoo showcases more than 1,300 animals,
representing more than 400 species. It features Wings of Asia Aviary, Dr. Wilde's World, Children's Zoo, Wildlife Carousel, Guided Tram Tours, and Zookeeper Talks.
Miami Seaquarium
Enjoy 38 acres of entertainment, great shows and exhibits. Home of Lolita, the Killer Whale and TV superstar
Flipper. Laugh with the island adventures of Salty, the Sea Lion, and thrill to the power, grace and beauty of
dolphins performing with Lolita. An exciting two-hour program lets you slip into a wet suit and enter the world
-famous Flipper Lagoon for an up-close encounter with dolphins. See Nile Crocodiles at Discovery Bay, and the new Salty's Pirate Playground.
Miami SkyLift
This guided tethered helium balloon ride in Downtown Miami will go up to 400 feet every 15 minutes and will
be able to accommodate up to 30 passengers at a time. Private and corporate events for up to 1,000 guests can be arranged.
Monkey Jungle
http://www.monkeyjungle.com/
Escape on a jungle safari. Explore the wilds of South America, Asia and Africa. Witness crab-eating monkeys
diving for treats. Delve into the lush, tropical Amazonian rain forest filled with hundreds of exotic monkeys.
Also contains one of the richest fossil deposits in Southern Florida, with more than 5,000 specimens. New exhibit includes rare Amazon parrots, the Cameroon Jungle and the Mandrill Baboons.
Parrot Jungle Island
It's Miami's newest attraction. Take a walk through the wilds of the park while surrounded by lush tropical
foliage. Encounter exotic animals, like a 20-foot-long, 2000-pound crocosauras, a Liger – part lion, part tiger,
and birds from all over the world. Plus, guests will enjoy three spectacular animal shows: Jungle Encounters,
Reptile Giants, and Winged Wonders. The park also has a ballroom, amphitheaters, picnic grounds and spacious pavilions that can accommodate groups of almost any size.
Pinecrest Gardens
This 22-acre site includes a botanical garden, petting zoo, Splash 'N' Play water playground, butterfly exhibit,
playground, amphitheaters and community rooms. It also hosts weddings and private parties.
Schnebly Redland's Winery
This winery in the Redland tropical countryside offers tours and wine tastings around natural coral waterfalls
surrounded by lush tropical foliage. Visitors can compare the taste of lychee, passion fruit, carambola, guava
and mango wines, just to name a few. This is the southernmost winery in the Continental U.S., handcrafting tropical wines without using grapes.
Beaches in Miami
A.o. Bal Harbour Beach, Crandon Park Beach, Haulover Beach Park, Hobie Beach/Windsurfer Beach,
Homestead Bayfront Park, Miami Beach-Central, Miami Beach-North, Miami Beach/South Beach North Shore
Open Space Oleta State Recreation Area< South Pointe Park, Sunny Isles Beach, Surfside Beach, Virginia Key Beach-South, Virginia Key Beach-North
Lincoln Road - '5th Avenue of the South', is the place to shop, drink and dine.
Miami Heritage
Ocean Drive
People watching on Ocean Drive, join the paparazzi who once gathered outside Versace's house or just take
it all in at the latest place to be, Lincoln Road, a dull moment will never be an option. This is where cool meets art deco, hip meets trendy and city meets beach!
Tropiculture Miami - Miami Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs
Water Fantasies - yacht charters in Miami
A Water Fantaseas, Inc. is the premier luxury yacht charter company in South Florida, including the Miami and
Fort Lauderdale areas, with convenient boarding locations such as Miami Beach, South Beach, Coconut Grove, Aventura, Key Biscayne, Bahia Mar, Marriott Portside Marina and more
Miami Herald - Miami's primary newspaper
Focusing mainly on issues that affect the Miami and Miami-Dade area.
South Florida Sun-Sentinel
El Nuevo Herald
Diario Las Americas
Periodico Hola Amigos - Noticias para Hispanos en Miami y Miami Beach - Latino newspaper
Radio Miami - Public Radio Miami
Radio Florida - Radio Station in Miami / Fort Lauderdale Area / Florida
TV Miami - Public Television Miami
University of Miami
The University of Miami, sometimes called UM or The U, is a private university, founded in 1925, with its main campus in the city of Coral Gables in metropolitan Miami
University Miami Shores - Barry University
Barry is the personal, purposeful university that affordably combines hands-on career preparation, a broad
arts and sciences curriculum, Adrian Dominican compassion, and Floridian warmth while celebrating diversity of ages, cultures, faiths, and perspectives.
Cuisine - Miami Foods
iCuban.com - from The Three Guys From Miami
The Three Guys are on a mission: to preserve and promote Cuban culture! They provide Cuban cooking tips
and advice for professional and amateur chefs all over the world. Their recipes have been included in several
cookbooks, newspapers, and national magazines. They also have made several appearances on the Food
Network, were featured in a Public television documentary, have appeared on the Travel Channel, and are frequent guests on public radio.
Yahoo Miami Food & Dining
South Beach Wine and Food Festival
History of Miami
Miami's History - Wikipedia
Early settlement [ Early Spanish settlement, Early non-Spanish settlement, Early growth and formation ],
Twentieth century [ World War II, First Cuban wave, Social unrest, Later immigration, 1980s, 1990s and today ].
History of Miamia Beach
The first South Floridians were the Tequesta Indians, who discovered the area more than 10,000 years ago
and had it all to themselves until the Spanish claimed it in the 16th Century. In 1821, the Spanish flag was
lowered and the Stars and Stripes raised over Florida. Enterprising wreckers from the Bahamas came to
South Florida and the Keys in the early 19th Century, to hunt for the remains of an international array of ill-faded ships that crashed onto the treacherous great Florida reef.
At about the same time, the Seminoles...
Coral Gables: Miami Riviera - An Architectural Guide - Aristides J. Millas, Ellen J. Uguccioni
Coral Gables: Miami Riviera was the original title for the many publicity and informational brochures published
by the Coral Gables Corporation. These brochures revealed, to a winter-weary nation, the in tentions,
achievements, and progress of George E. Merrick's grand vision for "America's Most Beautiful Suburb," created during the Florida land boom of 1921-26....
Paperback 104 pages (February 2004); Publisher: University Press of Florida; Language: English; ISBN: 0962056510
Miami Memories: A Midcentury Journey - Mary L. Martin, Tina Skinner, Nathaniel Wolfgang-Price
Paperback (July 1, 2004); Publisher: Schiffer Publishing; Language: English; ISBN: 0764321765
Music, Art & Culture, Entertainment
Calle Ocho Festival, Little Havana - Carnival in Miami
Each March Calle Ocho is best known as the biggest street party in the country - more then 1 million people
from around the world come to this single-day event! You'll see dancing, eating, partying, costumes, street performers and the biggest latin stars performing.
Coconut Grove Arts Festival
The Coconut Grove Arts Festival is one of the nation's premier outdoor fine arts festivals. A signature event
on the South Florida cultural calendar, the Festival offers visitors the opportunity to meet and talk with
exhibiting artists, sample fine cuisine, enjoy live entertainment, take a walk through history, and, for the kids, create their own works of art.
Miami Beach Culture Calendar
South Beach Style - Bernard Zyscovich (Foreword), Laura Cerwinske, Steven Brooke (Photographer)
Miami's South Beach, an international playground and urban neighbourhood in one, is known throughout the
world for its dazzling style. Casual, colourful and sensuous, it draws artists, writers and world travellers.
This compact volume is a panorama of South Beach architecture and interior and garden design. There are
houses, penthouses, clubs, shops, museums, bay-front gardens and courtyard landscapes. The senses of
style range from resort glamour to the urban edge, and from the sublimely modern to the ridiculously
hedonistic. Laura Cerwinske describes the architectural history of the island, the creation of the "tropical
deco" style and the cultural evolution of South Beach, while South Beach architect Bernard Zyscovich explores "sustainable hedonism", the local formula for urban vitality.
Paperback 400 pages (January 2003); Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, Inc.; Language: English; ISBN: 0810990806
Cuban-American Art in Miami: Exile, Identity and the Neo-Baroque - Lynette M.F. Bosch
Cuban-American Art in Miami analyses the impact of Cuban exiles on Miami's cultural explosion, from 1959 to
the present day. It is the first book to create a historical record of the circumstances, artists, venues and
people who made Miami the important artistic centre that it is today, and a key place for artistic exchange
between the US, Latin America, the Caribbean and Western Europe. The book considers how the Cuban
-American artists' experience of exile and search for identity have created a particular strand within
contemporary art, which draws on the Latin American Neo-Baroque movement as well as international
Modernism and Postmodernism. The artists featured prominently in this book are the leading Cuban-American
artists active in the US today: Arturo Rodriguez, Emilio Falero, Maria Brito, Demi, Baruj Salinas, Mario Bencomo,
Rafael Soriano, Alberto Rey and Enrique Gay Garcia. Based on primary-source information, such as oral
interviews, exhibition catalogues and reviews, and featuring 90 colour illustrations of some of the key works,
Cuban-American Art in Miami is essential reading for collectors, dealers, curators, and all those with an interest in Latin-American culture.
Hardcover 192 pages (October 30, 2004); Publisher: Lund Humphries; Language: English; ISBN: 0853319073
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