Stayed in the middle of the strip where all the fun within our fingertips. It was not exactly what I pictured at first. It must be the art deco atmosphere blending with the sun and coconut trees along the beach right at the middle of everything…I mean everything…shops, cafes, hotel and the sea. It was actually a good deal for $200 a night, located in the corner of 7th St and Ocean Dr with free breakfast, cocktails and VIP pass to a club of our choice.
During the day time, people with their towels and sunscreens headed to the beach which is just across the
street. It's relaxed yet full of energy. At night, it’s a different story. People are dressed up for dining and clubbing. Restaurants are open until the wee hours in the morning. One can party all night until you get so tired from dancing in one of the plush night clubs and settled for an early dawn snacks and call it a night or a day which exactly what we did.We walked the long stretch streets of Ocean Drive admiring the view of the sand and sea, passing through art deco inspired hotel and cafes, trendy boutiques, art vendors in the sidewalks and of course lots of tourists who speaks different languages from all over the world.
Food was not bad at all. We find it affordable and offers a variety of choices whether it’s italian, american, french or spanish cuisine. The portions were huge so we just ordered for one meal and shared and still we hardly finished all. On top of that candlelit dinner as always very romantic. Or I should say it must be the wine?!?
Some stuff to do while in Miami South Beach:
-Don't forget to bring your sunscreen. Who can refuse the white sandy beach? Spread your beach towel and relax and enjoy the breeze.
-Stroll along the streets of Espanola Way, Washington Ave, Lincoln Rd and of course Ocean Drive. You'll find numerous outdoor cafes, affordable shops and experience the art deco feel along the way.
-Wine and dine for a romantic candlelit dinner in one of the cafes and dance off the calories afterwards in a club of your choice of music whether it's latin, techno, or r&b music.We went home refreshed with a sore feet to complain from too much walking. Of course I'll do it again. It was a very nice get-away with my one and only.
