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Posted October 1, 2019<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

By ANYI ZHANG<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Known for its gorgeous beaches and vibrant nightlife, South Beach is one of the most popular destinations in Florida. It\u2019s wild and calm at the same time and it has a great mixture of culture and diversity of Latin, Caribbean and American.\u00a0South Beach represents the real Miami. From the stunning scenery to the loud Spanish music and the crazy nightlife, South Beach is a fantastic destination for both locals and travelers. Make a sunny escape to Miami to enjoy the tropical paradise, and to South Beach, where all the magic happens.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friday <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 p.m. Dream Home<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 Hotel South Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Famous for its natural and organic amenities, 1 Hotel’s lobby is designed with A fresh and natural approach to the interiors by using light colors and reclaimed materials (Photos by Anyi Zhang).<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Begin\nthe trip with checking into one of the most gorgeous hotels in Miami. Located\non 2341 Collins Avenue, 1 Hotel is at the heart of South Beach and it offers\nunparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean and downtown Miami. 1 Hotel is\ndesigned for comfort, and famous for using reclaimed materials, being\nsustainable and being eco-friendly. Tourists love it because 1 Hotel promotes\nrecycling and protecting the ocean. 1 Hotel is also known for its breathtaking\npool views and great staff services. Tourists who are staying in the hotel said\n1 Hotel is \u201ca beautiful hotel with incredible facilities, and unmatched\ncustomer service.\u201d There are seven restaurants including Habitat, Plnthouse,\nWatr at the 1 Hotel, with three main outdoor swimming pools, and a spa and a fitness\ncenter. It\u2019s all within easy walking distance to Miami\u2019s nightclubs, shopping\nmalls and restaurants. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4 p.m. Retail Therapy on Lincoln Road Mall<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lincoln Road Mall is a world-renowned shopping and dining destination in the center of South Beach that features more than 200 national brands and popular clothing stores including Zara, Forever 21, Nike, Anthropologie, and Beach Bunny Swimwear. It is a perfect entertainment destination for tourists to shop, relax, and tour at the same time. The best thing about Lincoln Road is that, no matter if it’s day or night, there\u2019s always something exciting happening. Every Sunday, for example, there will be a Farmers Market on Lincoln Road, where vendors sell fresh fruit, veggies and juice. Or expect to see the Antique Market, where tourists can find vintage fashion and hand-made jewelries. After a busy shopping day, sit down at one of the Lincoln Road sidewalk cafes, enjoy a happy hour cocktail, or a cup of coffee, take a break, and with a little wind breeze, life can\u2019t get any better. If it rains, catch a movie at the Regal Cinema Center. It would be a great idea to stop by at Rosetta Bakery, the Italian bakery that offers great coffee and delicious pastries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

8 p.m. Fresh From The Sea: Dining at Estiatorio Milos by Costas Spiliadis <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Customers get to select the fresh seafood at the fish market inside the restaurant of Milos, where the seafood arrives fresh from Greece, Spain and Portugal.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Considered as one of the nicest Mediterranean seafood restaurants in the world, Milos was founded in 1979 by chef Costas Spiliadis. Milos Miami, located in the South of Fifth district, opened in 2012. As an elegant and classy restaurant with Greek preparations of seafood flown in from the Mediterranean, Milos has quickly become a favorite for locals and tourists alike. The most special part of eating at Milos is that, customers get to select the seafood at the fish market inside the restaurant, and the seafood is fresh from Greece, Spain and Portugal, and customers can choose the way to cook it. The waiters are well-versed on the variety of seafoods and are very passionate about introducing them, just for the customers to get a fresh taste of it. The most popular dishes at Milos are Maryland crab cake and Milos special which includes Lightly fried zucchini, eggplant, tzatziki and kefalograviera cheese.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

11\np.m. A drink with dazzling views<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Located at 1111 Lincoln Road, Juvia is a beautiful indoor\/outdoor restaurant that is famous for its views. The entrance of Juvia is on the corner of Lincoln Road and Lenox Avenue. <\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Juvia is rated the best rooftop bars in Miami by Thrillist. Juvia is a high-quality restaurant which consists of South American, Peruvian and Japanese cuisines. This romantic restaurant has the most stunning views of Miami Beach, and it\u2019s the perfect place for all celebrations. Customers say the restaurant tends to be a little pricey, so it will be a good idea to order a few entrees to share. Now celebrate the first night in Miami at Juvia, with a glass of Champagne or a beautiful, innovative cocktail, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 a.m. The Miami Beach Night<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Located in the heart of Miami Beach, STORY is one of the most popular clubs in Miami. Founded by David Grutman, STORY is famous for featuring various famous artists\/DJ every week including DJ Khalid, Cardi B, and for its hip-hop and Spanish music. Story has the strictest dress code, and visitors will have to dress to impress to get into the club. Be sure to pack some fancy clothes before hitting the club! Get excited to drink, dance and for the confetti falling from the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

11 a.m. Rise, Shine and Breakfast at Orange Blossom<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orange\nBlossom is one of the most popular restaurants for breakfast and weekend brunch\non South Beach. It perfectly combines both traditional Florida and New York\ntaste in its innovative and flavorful dishes. Orange Blossom is famous for its\nfresh ingredients and delicious dishes including Poached Avocado Toast, Summer\nBlossom Salad, and the Signature Waffles. There\u2019s a story behind the name, which\nis written on the wall inside the restaurant. Now, enjoy the food, have a glass\nof mimosas, feel the orange blossom under the Miami sun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 p.m. Getting That Golden Tan at Nikki Beach<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nikki\nBeach is the first and original luxury beach club concept that combines the\nelements of music, dining, entertainment, fashion, film and art into one\ndestination. Work on the perfect tan while enjoying some cocktails on the\nluxurious daybed, feel the sand between your toes, take some Instagram-worthy\npictures under a signature Nikki Beach teepee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6 p.m. Cotton Candy Sky along Ocean Drive<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ocean\nDrive is the most iconic and popular street in Miami, it\u2019s also usually\nthe first place people think of when they hear Miami Beach, most likely because\nof all the movies it’s been featured in. On Ocean Drive, it\u2019s likely to see\nfancy cars, people filming, models taking pictures on Ocean Drive, and it\u2019s\nalways packed, especially on the weekends. Stop by one of the restaurants, order\nan over-priced huge cocktail, and watch the beautiful sunset, this can be the\nmost romantic Miami night. Take a walk along Ocean Drive after dinner, see the\ncolorful night lights and all the artsy buildings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9 p.m. Get a Real Taste of Peru at CVI.CHE 105<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Known\nfor its large portion and vast selection of\ncreative and unique ceviche, CVI.CHE 105 is an eight-year award-winning\nPeruvian restaurant located on South Beach. Locals and tourists love this\nrestaurant due to its great quality and service. Some locals said CVI.CHE105 is\nthe \u201cbest deal you can have in Miami Beach.\u201d CVI.CHE105 offers\ntraditional Peruvian dishes, and the best recommended dishes to get are Lomo\nSaltado, and the Special Ceviche Tower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sunday<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

11 a.m.  Spanish Style Street along Espanola Way<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This\nstreet on South Beach is filled with Spanish\ncolonial architecture and open-air European streets, with cute small\nrestaurants and cafes along the street, it\u2019s a wonderful place to have brunch\nunder the warm Miami sunshine, or to grab a coffee with friends and to enjoy\nthe view. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expect to see friendly waiters standing outside the\nrestaurants smiling, greeting the customers and introducing the menus to them.\nOne of the best restaurants to get a traditional taste of Cuban food, is the\nHavana 1957 Cuban Cuisine,\nwhich is located at the beginning of the street. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If You Go<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n