Miami Beach Family Round-Up
Each year, many families go on a search for vacation destinations that are both fun and affordable, and also offer a wide variety of restaurants and attractions. With something for everyone, one vacation destination a family may wish to consider is beautiful Miami Beach, Florida. If they decide on this area for their yearly getaway, chances are they will want to return again. White sandy beaches and balmy tropical air are just two of the many reasons this increasingly popular vacation spot is becoming a favorite of families with children everywhere. With a wide variety of attractions, dining and entertainment, any family is sure to have a satisfying and memorable vacation in Miami Beach.
Finding the Perfect Place to Stay
Naturally, accommodations are usually first on the list of details to be tackled by a family planning their yearly vacation. Miami Beach, though long noted as a swinging singles destination, actually has many family-oriented hotels and resorts that feature not only beautiful rooms and suites, but distinctive entertainment, child-friendly activities, and outstanding restaurants. Depending on personal preference and budget, after comparing the numerous choices available, a family can decide which property best suits their needs.
The Sagamore Hotel is a beautiful and luxurious child friendly resort in Miami Beach that offers a large swimming pool, easy beach access, and superb dining. Most rooms offer microwaves and full-size refrigerators. This hotel also offers an unusual benefit called the Kid's VIP Pass. This is a pass that a child can wear around their neck, which allows him or her unlimited access to free hot dogs, french fries, soda and ice cream anywhere in the hotel. This obviously has great appeal for most parents. Other family-friendly choices include the beautiful South Seas Hotel, which offers spacious rooms, kid's activities, complimentary coffee and daily newspapers, and free accommodations for children under twelve. It also boasts a beautiful palm tree-lined swimming pool. The Royal Palm Hotel is another excellent choice, well loved by many families. It offers stunning architecture, bright decor, and a family-oriented child friendly staff. Other families may choose the Loews Hotel, which boasts many children's activities, a game room and spa, and will even consider pets of a reasonable size. These are just a few of the many beautiful family friendly Miami Beach Hotels.
The Many Outstanding Attractions of Miami Beach
Miami is referred to as the "Magical City," which of course, does not surprise vacationers after they have spent a fair amount of time in Miami Beach. It is an area which offers something for everyone, and families never have to look far in their quest for excitement, or enjoyable activities. One activity most families do not want to miss is the celebrated Ocean Force Adventure Boat Tour. This is an adventurous sightseeing tour of the mysterious Biscayne Bay, where families enjoy the shared experience of sightseeing on a Zodiac RIB. (This is the same type of boat used by the American Coast Guard.) Other prominent activities include The Art Deco Walking Tour, which is a tour hosted by a true city guide that profiles the first pioneers, covering history as far back as the 1930s. The guide for this tour will also tell the story of the hero who saved the art deco buildings. Another popular attraction considered a must-see by many families is The Wolfsonian, which is a small, but beautiful museum and art gallery. These are just several of the numerous choices on the list of unique and affordable attractions in Miami Beach.
Dining to Please Everyone
Miami Beach is known for food which reflects ethnic diversity and originality, and no matter what one's favorite cuisine, rest assured, they will find it in Miami Beach. For classic American cuisine, a family may consider a popular restaurant called Wish. Wish offers a wide array of classic American dishes, and also an attractive children's menu. It also offers outdoor seating, for breakfast lunch and dinner. Another celebrated Miami Beach family restaurant is Joe's Stone Crab. Open for lunch and dinner, and known for excellent seafood, this restaurant also offers great American dishes and has a enjoyable atmosphere for children of all ages. For those wishing to tempt their palate with the Cuban fare that is such a part of Miami tradition, a pleasing choice is the Sazon Cuban Cuisine restaurant. It offers homemade-style authentic Cuban food, outdoor seating, and a child-friendly atmosphere for lunch or dinner. If the family's unanimous choice is Italian food, some popular choices include Cerione's Italian Cafe, which offers page after page of delicious pasta choices, or the Frutelli La Bufala, for a great pizza every time.
Miami Beach - An Ideal Family Vacation Destination
Few vacation destinations can rival the variety and originality of Florida's Miami Beach. Once thought to be simply a mecca for young privileged singles, local hotels and other businesses are realizing the appeal of Miami Beach for families with teenagers or children. This trend will most likely continue indefinitely as the popularity of this beautiful vacation destination continues to grow.
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