5. Miami Beach – Miami, Florida
Miami Beach is the epitome of a city beach. Forget about the white sand, this beach has entrancing people watching, a lively restaurant and bar scene lining its shore and, of course, the glamour that Miami is known for. Families will appreciate North Miami Beach for it’s more kid-friendly atmosphere while those looking for full-fledged Miami vibes will enjoy the rest of the beach all the way through South Beach. Plus, a free trolley serves all of Miami Beach making transportation easy, including multiple stops along the four-mile Miami Beach Boardwalk where pedestrians can freely walk with easy access to beaches, hotels and restaurants.
Though not the most budget-friendly, Miami has world-renowned restaurants, shopping and an international music scene that pulls in DJ-loving listeners from across the globe. You can’t leave without strolling iconic Ocean Drive and taking in its many art-deco buildings, rows of Palm Trees and classic Miami Flair. Before catching a break from the sun with a traditional movie, look up the SoundScape Cinema Series schedule to see if you can catch a free movie projected onto a 7,000-square-foot outdoor wall at New World Center’s ExoStage.
