Miami Travel Forum

Hi!

#1 I am going on a cruise in October and needed a hotel for the Friday night before. I would like the hotel to be close enough to the beach and nightlife; we would like something affordable or cheap, but not sleazy. Also,how far away is that area from where we embark on the cruise? What is the best way to get to the cruise, should we arrange it with the ship or get there on our own?

#2 I would love to experience Miami nightlife, but am not really into posh clubs or scenes. I want to have a great time, drink, listen to music, eat great food, but in a more casual environment. What do you recommend?

#3 We might be there on Halloween if we stay the saturday night we get in from our cruise; what do you recommend?

Thanks!!!

I live in N Ireland & plan to travel to South Beach next March with around 15 guests to get married. Which is the best area to stay in - around 5th st or further up collins ave / ocean drive. And where exactly is the Art Deco District. I would greatly appreciate any comments.

In your online information there are 2 different prices for the ferry boat from Miami to Key West. One says $48.00 per person, 1-way and the other says $138.00 R/T which does not equal $48.00 per person, 1-way. Which one is the correct price?

Hi,

I am planning to be in miami for 4 days. I'll have a rented car from the first day. The plan is to be 2 nights at maimi which after the second night early morning go south to key west and stopping in the islands on the way.

I have some questions:
1) If I have a car which area is recommanded to sleep in for about 100$ room for a night that will be easy to go to miami beach?
2) Where do I place the car? Is it easy to find parking?
3) Is there a place between Orlando and Miami that nice to visit for a stop of one night?


Thank you, Yael

Hi,

I'm due to be arriving in Miami in a couple of weeks and am staying at the Ramada hotel on Hollywood Beach. I was hoping that someone could tell me what the best public transport based option of getting down into the city centre (or south beach) is ??

I definitely won't be hiring a car as I've prob only got 2 half days free in the 5 days that I'm there, but was hoping to find out how to head off on my own during those half days to get into the city to see some sights.

Any advice is welcome !!

Thanks in advance,
Darren

Hi, Im traveling to miami with my brother this weekend and I would like to know what's the best choice for transportation in the city. I will be staying in the sofitel near the airport and I am going to need transportation to the dolphin and aventura mall. Can you please tell me what are my options (taxi, shuttles) and their prices? thanks in advance.

Hello there,

please find below a question about 1 Motel or Appartment in Miami Downtown.
I think Miami Beach would be too expensive, isn't it?

I will travel to Miami next Wednesday by plane (25th.) and have to find a cheap accomodation until the 31st of March.

Do you know some opportunities to stay there for some days? We are 2 people and would need a double room. As far as possible within breakfast. Price shouldn't exceed 40$ a day.

Do you have an idea where I could find accomodation considering low budget??

Thanks in advance!
Regards,
Dominik

hello threre,
i need a help...i look for a nice 4 star or better hotel on beach in miami.
what do you think about Fontainbleau Miami Beach ? I saw it's crowded and a huge building..do you know something smaller? but with a beach access?

AND..how is the weather at the end of september?

Thank you
Mergy

Is there any cheap way to get from Miami to the Bahamas? Is flying the only option? Are there cheap airlines going that way?

My husband and I and our 7 year old daughter are stopping over in Miami for one day en route to Boston.

We have been looking at places to stay and have seen some likely hotel/hostel type places with reasonable reviews, but in every bunch of good reviews there are always at least two horror stories; BED BUGS, cockroaches etc. Bedbugs would definitely not be anyone's idea of a good time....

Can any travelers recommend a good cheap clean place for us? We are not cleanliness freaks, just not interested in sleeping with wildlife.....would be cool if it was close to the beach.

The rental car prices for the week of 4/5 in Miami seem to be running from over $500 to $800+. Is there something going on that week that is causing this? We have never paid that much for the 14th week of the year

Planning to spend 2 extra nights after cruise out of Miami. Flying from FT. Lauderdale airport so can stay anywhere between Miami & FT. Lauderdale. Just looking for a cheap place within walking distance to beach in area that has some eating options nearby (Restaurants,fast food &/or supermarket)Also a place not too hard to get to from Port of Miami- Would taxi would be the only option? Thanks

would anyone be able to tell me if its ok to take an infant (will be almost 2 when we go) to a baseball game in Miami?

I know it seems a stupid question but when I am looking on the websites to book tickets, if does not have the option or information regarding children or infants.

Its a dream to see a game but we want to do it as a family and not me on my own. Also wanted to know if you could take an infant, do you need to pay for them or would it be like anywhere else when the child is under 3?

Infact would you even consider it suitable to take such a small child to a game?

Hi, does any local know where I could find out more information regarding getting married in Miami (we are both European)while we are there on holiday?

Tried the local town hall but they don't respond. any link or relivent information would be good. Don't want to pay for a wedding planning co to do this as its just something extra we want to do where we are away and we will celabrate with a party back home.

is this service still operating? please give details if it is.

My friends and I have a stop over in Miami and will arrive @ 8PM. Our morning flight is at 11AM. I checked hotels adjacent to airport and would like your recommendations. Also, restaurants by cab that you can recommend?

Aloha!

i come next week to Miami for 16 days.I need rent a car, economy class w all insurances (Miami Int airport)...any sugestions for cheap company/links?
thx
miran

Hello!

I would like to know where can I have a ticket from Tampa to Miami?
What it will be this bus companie?

Thanks,
Pam

hi everybody!
i'm planing to go in march to Miami for the ultra music festival but i was wondering if all the hotels are booked ahead and where should i stay, also is it possible yo buy tickets for the festival upon arriving or are they usually sold out before ,because once i bought a ticktet for another festival and when i arrived my confirmation number didn't exist and i had to pay again.
Also is it possible to arrive by public transport to the festival or should i rent a car
thanks!

Hi,
Can anyone suggest a moderately priced ($55-$80) hotel close to the airport. We just need a place for one night before catching an international flight the following day at noon. Thanks

I am going on a 5 day cruise and would like to park my car nearby. Any ideas where i can park near the ports and rates? Thanks!

Does anyone have advice about safe, yet (relatively) inexpensive parking near the Westin off Miracle Mile in Coral Gables? We got a great deal on the hotel via hotwire but the parking situation sounds awful. When I called the hotel, I was informed that the garages they use don't offer in-and-out privileges. Ouch!

Hi guys
a friend told me that one could buy a weekly pass to commute around Miami.
Would you know how much it costs/ where to purchase it
Also is tri-rail also covered?
Can I go to Palm beach from Miami using the weekly pass?
Thanks so much

I have a 7hr layover each way from around midnight to 7am. I don't want the expense of a room for 4-5hrs. Any safe suggestions for a female traveler at MIA during this timeframe? (for resting, reading, eating, etc) Thanks for your time and input!

Hi everyone!

We are planning on taking the Tri-Rail from Miami to Hollywood for a concert. Does the Tri-Rail only pick up from the Miami Airport (MIA)? Also, once in Hollywood, is it easy to catch a cab from the Tri-Rail station to the concert venue (and back)?

If this doesn't work, we might just rent a car & pay for parking(even though we want to drink at the concert).

Any other tips? Cheers!
Suzanne

Hi There,

I am planning a visit to Miami.. and would love to see where the "rich and famous" live :) I have heard of the Millionaires Row.. now my question - do i have to take a cruise to see these homes... can i not drive around there..i guess for a better view and perhaps more personal pictures?

Can someone please advise?

Thanks so much!

Noreen

My wife and I are traveling to Miami for the Orange Bowl...and will be enjoying Miami for New Year's Eve and then staying the weekend. Can anyone please recommend an affordable, safe hotel that is in close proximity to the beach and other notable Miami attractions?

Where can I park my car at a reasonable rate at or near MIA? Thank you.

hello

Who are the reliable taxi companies in the miami area? How much would it be to take a taxi from the area around the airport to dolphin mall?

thanks
cheesecake17

when using the shuttle bus from the airport to the hotel (hotel /airport), do you tip the driver? and if so how much?

thanks

cheesecake17