Florida’s Treasure Coast and the Colourful City of Miami

If you ever wanted to get close to a shipwreck, this is your chance. While it's not the Spanish ships that sunk here centuries ago, it's an excellent reminder for boats to stay away from the coast. At low tide, you can even see the tip of the ship from the beach.
Right outside the hotel, you can rent kayaks and paddleboards or take the goggles you purchased from the surf shop to get into the water. If it's not too crowded, you might see some tropical fish, stingrays, and sea turtles. The waters are calm and shallow enough for you to go out on your own, but excellent guided tours are also available.

Return to the hotel to grab your things and start driving down A1A for the scenic route close to the water.
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Located right on the beach, this lunch stop has kid-friendly options and specialty drinks for the adults before you get into the metropolitan area of Miami. The restaurant may seem like it’s part of the hotel, but you just need to walk through the lobby and you’ll discover this laid-back Island-vibes restaurant with a great view of the ocean.
You'll find fresh fish options, so ask the staff what the fresh catch is of the day, but this place is best known for its incredible salad and grouper sandwiches. Grab a seat outside under the tiki hut looking directly at the ocean.
Opening Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
If you would like to book a table, please call +17722291224.

A perfect stop to stretch your legs and enjoy a midday dessert in West Palm Beach, one of Florida's most prestigious cities. You'll be surrounded by million-dollar homes and yachts along the intracoastal. This is a popular spot for locals, so you may have to wait in line, but it’s worth it. So many delicious flavours of ice cream that everyone can enjoy. The location is colourful and welcoming and has lots of spots where you can take the perfect family picture.
Opening Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.

A1A is a highway that you must spend your time driving along. This highway was first built in 1926 and was made to bring in more tourists to Florida. So, naturally, this highway was built for road trippers like you.
Today the majority of this highway runs through cities and small towns, so you’ll have a chance to see beautiful beach-front residences. Between Palm Beach and Delray Beach, the road is quiet and definitely worth driving down. After your visit to Sandoway Discovery Center, you can still continue A1A towards Miami but, as the cities get bigger, so does the traffic.

Sandoway is an excellent spot for the kids to explore and get close to sharks, gators, lizards, and other Florida wildlife. Sandoway Discovery Center has been around since 1998 and has plenty of exhibits to keep everyone entertained. The space is filled with knowledgeable staff who are there to teach and explain everything for some hands-on learning about Florida’s ecosystem. Make sure you make time for the seashell room – it’s one of the largest collections in Florida. Take notes for when you head to the Gulf Coast in a couple of days to hunt these seashells yourself. Check their schedule to see when they have weekly talks, where you can get up close and personal with an animal specialist who will answer all your questions about alligators, fish, and other animals on location.
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday: Closed
For more information and to buy tickets online, please visit the official website.

Leave your car here, because the best way to discover the Wynwood Walls district is on foot. Walk up to one of the booths and have your license plate number ready because you'll need it to pay for the parking.

Take time to discover Miami's hipster and art district. Expose the kids to the colourful murals within blocks of this neighbourhood. Wynwood Walls have over 80,000 square feet of incredible murals from artists around the world that change every year. Explore the walls on your own with their interactive app or book an official tour with them to gain better insight into the murals. Their last official tour starts at 6:00 p.m., and it's recommended you book at least one day in advance if you’re traveling with more than four people or want to visit on the weekend.
Opening Hours: Sunday – Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Friday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
For more information and to buy tickets online, please visit the official website. Doors will close 30 minutes before closing time to allow time for visitors to see the walls.

You can't say you have visited Miami until you've tried Cuban food. This restaurant is located in the heart of Little Havana, a traditional Cuban neighbourhood in Miami. You'll feel like you've stepped back in time to La Havana.
If the bakery is still open during your visit, make sure you take away a few pastries for breakfast or a late-night dessert; you won't be disappointed.
Opening Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. Friday – Saturday: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. Sunday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
For more information and to reserve a table, please visit the official website or call +13054440240.

An iconic hotel in the Miami Beach area. Family-friendly rooms with excellent service all around. Designed by legendary architect Morris Lapidus, this hotel has been featured in several box-office hits, such as The Bodyguard, and several music videos from artists such as Madonna.
So don’t be surprised if you run into a celebrity during your visit. Snap a picture on the “floating stairways” located in the lobby and take the kids to the pool for a late-night dip before ending the day.
Renting bikes is the best way to explore Miami's South Beach area, so make sure you ask the Concierge service to make this reservation in advance, so they are ready in the morning.
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