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As a wonderful destination, Greater Miami is a rare hybrid -- a stylish urban resort with world-class business facilities that doubles as a laid-back tropical paradise. With a centrally located international airport, temperatures that average 75F, high-tech meeting facilities and more than 48,000 hotel rooms, Miami has evolved into a year round vacation and meeting destination. Factor in the lure of the world- famous Art Deco District, beautiful sand beaches, sparkling Biscayne Bay and fine dining and entertainment and it is easy to see why so many travelers make Miami a regular destination. The city has also become a center for the cruise industry with the Port of Miami
From the beginning just over 100 years ago, Miami has promoted itself as a travel destination: Its first motto was "America's sun porch." The cities sunshine, beaches and warm weather were its top selling points then, and they still true today. It's a rare destination where the cutting edge of urban chic co-exists with the beauty and splendor of a tropical paradise. Great year round weather, top-ranked beaches and the sparkling waters of Biscayne Bay are the backdrops for a cosmopolitan metropolis, pulsing with the rhythms of its diverse population. With a vibrant arts and cultural landscape, renowned nightlife scene and world class dining and entertainment, Miami draws an eclectic mix of visitors from sizzling celebrities to frolicking families seeking fun in the sun. For lodging in the area visit the Miami Hotels site. Other helpful links: City of Miami, Weather
Santa Monica is home to a famous Pier with its historic carousel, Pacific Park fun park, the pedestrian mall called Third Street Promenade, the spectacular coastline and beach, beautiful parks, hundreds of restaurants, scores of art galleries, theaters and performance spaces, four distinct shopping districts, and accommodations from economy to luxury. You can even fly in to Santa Monica Airport with your own plane or get here quickly from LAX or other area airports.
Visit the Santa Monica travel guide, featuring information on hotels, restaurants and more. It can help you plan a successful visit to Santa Monica, California, U.S.A. The ocean side city is located between Venice and Malibu along the beautiful coastline of the Pacific.
Bordered on the south by Venice Beach, and on the north by Malibu, local transportation makes Santa Monica very accessible - 8 miles/13 km from Los Angles International Airport (LAX) , 13 miles/21 km to downtown Los Angeles (LA), making Santa Monica the perfect place to visit while checking out Disneyland, Beverly Hills, Universal Studios Hollywood, or Santa Monica's own unique attractions. In nearby Malibu, the famed Getty Museum offers an exact replica of a Roman country villa. Route 66 ends on Ocean Ave. At the Pier.
This unique destination has over 65 galleries and museums and is often reffered to as the city of murals, they can be found through out the city. The three large shopping destinations in Santa Monica are centered around Montana Avenue, Main Street, and Third Street Promenade which features Santa Monica Place. All can be explored on foot and are lined with unique stores, cafes, and street entertainers. A 22-mile beach bike path runs along the coast of Santa Monica. The Santa Monica Pier is home to the famous 1920s carousel that was seen in the movie "The Sting".
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