Miami, FL

Miami is crazy and that’s what’s so great about it! From the drag queens and the Latinas, to the models and fashionistas, Miami & South Beach are just ridiculous. Ridiculously loud, that is. We had to put on our ear plugs in the Armani store – so you can only imagine how much louder it is in the clubs. The area is also ridiculously fun. Just think, you can wear your black leather pants and nobody will care. And, you’ll fit in more if you dance on the tables!

Nonstop nightlife (nobody goes out until at least 11 PM, and most pros won’t get caught dead at a bar until 1 AM), beautiful people (models may shoot in NY or LA, but they live here), blue skies, turquoise water, and pastels should come to mind when you think about Miami. Art deco design + sandy beaches = happy people. Rolling in their Hummers. Rolling in their money.

Waste the afternoon away on the beach, get some rest, and then get prepared for a really long night out. Exotic eateries, sexy lounges, and exhilarating outdoor decks count the hours down and command the attention – so party till dawn, if you dare. While South Beach has a last call around 4 AM (in some places even later), downtown Miami has been known to rage till noon the next day!

A message to the boys: if you wanna get into any dance clubs you MUST have the ladies with you. Even if you’re with George Clooney, you ain’t getting in with 2 or 3 guys on your own. Free passes? On the guestlist? Who cares! You are not getting in without the softer sex on your arm. You’ve heard of “no shirt, no shoes, no service”? Well, here it’s more like “no girls, no service”!

Seriously kids, Miami clubs can be just as tough to get into as L.A. or Vegas – so plan ahead and make sure you’ve got boys and girls in your group. Everywhere is different, but sometimes calling ahead earlier in the day and mentioning that you saw their place featured as an exclusive nightlife pick on journeyPod might help you get on the list. Or, consider arriving earlier than the hordes and dress in your coolest duds.

South Beach will show you sun all day and let you cut loose Vegas-style all night (by the way, if you have a gambling problem you can head about 30 minutes north to Hollywood where the Hard Rock Seminole Casino has got tables pumping).

So as you plan your getaway to this destination: grab your bathing suit and shades; pack your best ‘going out’ clothes; and bring your A-game. You’ll roll right in!

Enjoy Miami for its fine dining, fresh seafood, Latin flavors, and Little Italy. From Miami cheap eats to the city’s eclectic neighborhood restaurants, from the steakhouses to the seafood, this Metropolitan area has something for everyone.

With thousands of choices in the greater Miami area, you’re sure to find just the spot for a sumptuous celebration (food, dancing or otherwise). Your only challenge here will be to hit all the journeyPod Picks on your wish list!

If you are looking for Miami hotel recommendations and reviews then read our journeyPod Picks where we hand select only the best hotels in Miami. Who has time to read thru thousands of hotel reviews? So we have saved you time and money as we only feature 4 and 5 star hotels in Miami plus luxury resorts. journeyPod can help you find a boutique hotel in Miami or a luxury accommodation in Miami. We have reviews on fun places to stay and feature trendy hotels in Miami. Our hotels are stylish and hip so you can stay somewhere unique on your next weekend getaway to Miami.

If you are looking for the coolest restaurants in Miami, then let journeyPod share our favorite Miami restaurants. We know the best places to go and the best chefs in Miami. We can help you find the best restaurants in Miami as we only feature trendy restaurants and fine dining establishments. Let us guide to you some of the best food in Miami. Read our Miami restaurant reviews where we feature hot restaurants that have a great vibe and even better food. Who has time to search thousands of Miami restaurants? So we have saved you time and money with our select journeyPod Picks and Miami restaurant recommendations.