Miami Beach is a popular travel and resort destination for travelers interested in visiting South Florida. The sandy beaches and clear waters as well as thriving international culture are just some of the things visitors can see and enjoy during their time in Miami. Many of the activities and attractions around the city are not only enjoyable, but also promote a healthy and active lifestyle.
Water Sports
The tropical weather of Miami makes it a perfect destination for travelers wishing to engage in water sports. Miami caters to a variety of water-sports enthusiasts and offers various activities including surfing, wake boarding, Jet-skiing, kayaking and paddleboarding. Skybanditz offers kite-boarding lessons in Crandon Park on Key Biscayne near Miami Beach as well as guided tours and advanced technique instructions. In addition to kiteboarding, Skybanditz also offers surfing lessons and kayak rentals.
Explore the Alligators
One of the most notorious Miami native reptiles is the alligator. The cold-blooded reptiles can be found in many nature preserves throughout Miami Beach, and guests can choose one of many tour options to view the large reptile up close. The Everglades Gator Park of Miami Beach is known for its alligators as well as its many bird species and large crocodiles. The airboat tours offered at Gator Park are guided by professional experts who provide visitors with information about the Florida native reptiles, and the wildlife shows that take place daily let visitors touch and hold some of these reptiles.
Golf
Miami Beach has many golf courses available for travelers interested in outdoor recreational activity. Although the most popular time for golf is during the winter, when the Miami Beach weather is still warm enough to enjoy the outdoors, most golf courses are open year-round and even offer incentives for summer golfers such as discounted rates and specials. The Greynolds Golf Course is a smaller course with 9 holes and has a clubhouse and pro shop as well as twilight specials for golfers. The Normandy Shores Golf Course is an 18-hole facility and has a newly renovated clubhouse, pro shop, driving range and putting green as of 2010.
Eat Organic
Because of the tropical weather, Miami has a year-round supply of fresh organic fruits and vegetables that guests can enjoy. The healthy food alternative can be found throughout Miami Beach at restaurants and even outdoor markets. The Lincoln Road Farmers Market takes place every Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and is located across the Lincoln Theatre near the Miami Beach Boardwalk. In addition to promoting healthy eating, visitors to the Farmers Market can enjoy walking along the boardwalk and taking in the sights of the city.
Hit the Ocean
Miami Beach's most popular attraction is the sandy beaches and pristine waters that surround the city. In addition to swimming and snorkeling in the ocean, travelers to Miami Beach can have outdoor picnics, play beachfront sports games and even attempt to catch their own meal from one of the fishing piers. Miami Beach's South Point Park beach is located in the Art Deco district of the city and has beach chair and umbrella rentals as well as walking trails, fishing spots and picnic tables for guests to enjoy the outdoors and warm weather.
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