Turquoise sea, airboats in the Everglades and Cuban food in Little Havana. Here's what Miami is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
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November to April is warm, dry and sunny, which makes it a winter sun favourite. Summer is hot and humid with afternoon storms. Hurricane season runs from June to November, peaking in September.
Wide white sand, lifeguard huts and pastel art deco hotels.
Skim across the grasslands looking for alligators, about an hour away.
An aquarium you can look up into, plus a planetarium.
A big open zoo where the animals suit the heat.
A calmer family beach on Key Biscayne. You pay to park.
Cuban music, domino players and great sandwiches.
Yes, as a beach and city mix, or as the start of a Florida Keys road trip. South Beach is lively at night, so families often prefer Key Biscayne or Sunny Isles.
Five to seven nights, or add Orlando or the Keys for two weeks.
Most British passport holders, children included, apply for an ESTA online before they fly rather than a visa. Check GOV.UK for the current rules.
Yes, the Overseas Highway runs over the sea to Key West, about four hours each way. It's best with a night or two on the way.
Put Miami on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.