On our last day in Florida, we made a quick stop at South Beach, Miami before driving to the airport.
First off, I have to admit that South Beach is not my favourite destination in Florida. I am more of a “real-Florida” kind of person. But it’s the place to be isn’t it?
Seeing the terrible traffic in Miami, I was glad I was not driving that day. The drivers were very aggressive and you could hear honking all the time. Maybe a more stress-free way to get about would be by bike.
South Beach always reminds me of Miami Vice. Did you ever watch that show?
This pool was deserted even though it was a beautiful day. The occupants of this hotel must’ve been swimming in the ocean.
There are many gateways to the beach. But there are no changing rooms or public restrooms in sight, so be prepared to have your swimming gear on.
This concludes my Florida posts (finally – you may say). You can find all of them under the Florida category. Have fun exploring!
Have you been to South Beach? What are your impressions?
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The Life and Travels of Mrs Suvi 
Key Biscayne beach might be better if you’re looking to relax without all the hustle and bustle of south beach. Definitely recommend for next time!
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Hi Tammy! Thanks so much for visiting my blog and giving a recommendation. Sounds like Key Biscayne might be the place to be for me 😀 xx
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I live in Florida and avoid SB like the plague! Haha! It’s just too much going on at the same time! I like quieter beaches and staying near central/north Florida the best!
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Exactly what I like too 💕
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I’ve never been to Florida, but the first thing that comes to mind is the joke of an American stand-up comedian who was saying that she avoids going to Florida, because all people there are beautiful and so slim that her arms register as legs there lol 🙂 or maybe she was talking about Hollywood, I don’t remember… lol 🙂
photos look awesome, Suvi, especially love the last one, with the palms…
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Haha that joke applies for Miami Beach for sure 😉😎 I felt quite matronly and frumpy there LOL!!! xx
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Very similar sentiments about South Beach. We visited long ago (mid-90s!). I’m not a beach lover other than for walking on the sand and looking at the scenery. Miami is, of course, a must-see in Florida but one day was quite enough for us.
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Sounds like Miami Beach hasn’t changed since you visited! It’s definitely a must see if in Florida, it’s great to experience it.. once 😂
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The pics so full of sunshine! Looks very beautiful with palms, bur I hate traffic chaos. I remember Miami Vice, I liked to watch it at wintertime, because there was always sun shining.
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Yes and they always zoomed by on fast motorboats on that show! So lovely and sunny at the sea here in Finland today too!
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We actually stayed in Miami for a week a few years ago – used South Beach as our base although to be honest we spent very little time on the beach (far too hot for a start!). We did love exploring Miami though and its various neighbourhoods were so interesting. It did remind me of Miami Vice too!!
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Miami is so diverse, your trip sounds fantastic! So many great places in Florida to explore. 💕
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Although I haven’t visited Florida I would be the same as you and enjoy the ‘real’ Florida much more than here. Your boating holiday looked so interesting. Still, it’s good to read about all these different places to get an idea what they are like.
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True! Miami Beach is interesting though, great to see it nevertheless 😎
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