Miami and the Keys 1999: The Complete Guide with Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach and the Everglades (Gold Guides)

by EugeneFodor (Editor)

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  Paperback
  1998

  $110.23

  Miami is no longer just a stopover for cruisers and Key hoppers: It has become a destination in its own right. In 1997, 14.4 million people visited Greater Miami, a 3% increase over 1996. 46% were of domestic origin. Of those visitors, 45.3% came from the Northeast, 22.7% from the Midwest, 25.9% from the Southeast, and 6.1% from the West.

  The number of cruises leaving out of Miami's port is increasing steadily. It is the world's busiest cruise port, carrying more than 3 million passengers a year. In 1997, 18% of Miami's visitors cited cruising as their reason for visiting.

  Miami and Miami Beach draw visitors looking for tropical weather, choice beaches, abundant shopping, cutting-edge dining, and sizzling nightlife. This book covers them all, offering a pleasing mix of family-friendly attractions and trendy scenes. It explores the diverse city neighborhoods, covering architecture, history, and ethnic culture, then provides extensive descriptions of the area's many excellent beaches and dozens of sports options. Local food, lodging, and shopping writers uncover Miami's diverse options in all price ranges -- something to suit every taste.