Escape the gray British weather this holiday season and take a flight to Miami, Florida this holiday season. The off season lends itself to incredible deals on airfareand tickets to attractions making it the perfect time to travel. There are a great number of things to see and do in the city, from adventurous water sports to relaxing nature walks. Here are some of the top activities in Miami for you and your family.
Deep Sea Fishing
Hire a charter boat and head out into the ocean for an afternoon of deep sea fishing. Crews aboard charters are experienced fisherman and can teach the entire family how to catch big fish! Sailfish, shark, dolphin, snapper, kingfish and grouper are all prime game out in the deep ocean.
Zoo Miami
Perfect for families, the ‘zoo’ is a sanctuary for all types of endangered and rare animals. Your family can take part in animal education programs and special exhibits featuring Komodo dragons, tigers and crocodiles. More than just a zoo, the kids can have fun in the splash areas and even take a ride on a camel.
Santa’s Enchanted Forest
Considered a carnival on steroids by locals and tourists alike, the park is home to rides, trapeze acts and kids’ shows. A Christmas atmosphere mixed with traditional carnival food creates a truly unique experience. Christmas lights are lit and holiday music is played from open to close. Nowhere else in the world can you so totally immerse yourself in holiday spirit in short pants and sandals!
Gator Park
An airboat ride is an experience you shouldn’t miss! Better than many theme park rides, airboats can both race over the water and crawl at a slow pace, allowing you to take in the scenery. The guides at Gator Park are knowledgeable and there is much to be learned on your tour through the Everglades. A fun gator show awaits you when you get back to the dock; well worth the price of admission all on its own!
Miami Seaquarium
Covering 38 acres, this park is a tropical paradise. Home to sea lions, sea turtles and manatees, the park offers eight separate animal shows and daily presentations. The dolphin interaction exhibition is a favorite among guests and the killer whale show is absolutely amazing. Your family will leave the park knowing more about marine life than they did when they walked through the gates.
The Kampong
One of the most beautiful gardens on earth, the Kampong features a stunning sausage tree, a 50 ton baobab tree and fragrant plants throughout. Here you will see the largest tree fruit in the world, the jackfruit, pink trumpet trees and the royal Poinciana from Guyana. If you have any interest in horticulture, you’ll want to spend an entire day wandering through the amazing oasis.
Jungle Island
Take a trip to Jungle Island and be sure to take part in the lemur experience. Getting up close and personal with a lemur is a once in a life time event! Monkeys run free and guests are able to hold animals like parrots, baby monkeys and even baby tigers. Animal lovers will never want to leave!