Take a look at Lauren’s trip to Miami and plan a sun, beach and golf filled vacation of your own.
Start your Miami vacation off right with a tour of the area via seaplane. Enjoy an unparalleled Miami tour experience from the sky in a Cessna 172 Seahawk Seaplane at Miami Seaplane Tours. 3401 Rickenbacker Causeway Key Biscayne, FL 33149 305-361-3909
Five championship courses stretch out for over 34,000 yards of premier golf at Doral. Step up to the challenge of the infamous Blue Monster, home of the WGC-Cadillac Championship and see why the pros love to play here. Book a tee time at http://www.golfnow.com 4400 NW 87th Ave. Miami, FL 33178
In 1913, Joe Weiss opened up a small lunch counter on Miami Beach - a quiet, backwater kind of town back then. Folks stopped in to chat and for a top-notch fish sandwich and fries. This, of course, was only the beginning. What happened next is a story worth telling... 11 Washington Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33139-7395 305-673-0365
The lushly landscaped Biltmore Golf Course surrounding The Biltmore Hotel was designed by legendary course architect, Donald Ross. Completed in 1925 and meticulously restored, the course has challenged the likes of Walter Hagan, Gene Sarazen and Tiger Woods. Book a tee time at http://www.golfnow.com/miami 1210 Anastasia Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134-6340
A Robert Trent Jones design, the Country Club of Miami was founded in 1961 with Arnold Palmer serving as the first professional. As the club’s most famous member and resident, Jackie Gleason hosted numerous celebrity golfers including Bob Hope and Bing Crosby. Book a tee time at http://www.golfnow.com/miami 6801 NW 186th St. Hialeah, FL 33015-3407 305-829-8456
Nestled amongst 3,000 coconut and royal palm trees, 50-year-old shady banyans and lakes guarding 16 of the 18 holes, rests the Diplomat Country Club & Spa’s Championship golf course. This par 72, Joe Lee design offers a challenge to even the most accomplished golfer. Book a tee time at http://www.golfnow.com/miami 501 Diplomat Parkway Hallandale, FL 3309-3710
Elegant, chic and sophisticated describes this Art Deco jewel owned by international superstar, Gloria Estefan. Conveniently located on Ocean Drive, the Cardozo is within walking distance of the best restaurants, lounges and nightclubs South Beach has to offer. 1300 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139-4210 305-535-6500
Featuring traditional Cuban fare, celebrated classic and flavored mojitos and a magnificent beach view along South Beach’s famous Ocean Drive, Larios on the Beach is a ‘must-visit’ for any Miami vacation. 820 Ocean Drive Miami Beach, FL 33139-5801 305-532-9577
South Beach Volley is a group of local players that made part of the beach their backyard. The courts are located on 8th and Ocean Drive in South Beach. Everyone is welcome to play.
Spend a day enveloped by the tropics at Crandon Park, a championship 18-hole golf course located on the island paradise of Key Biscayne. Secluded and inviting, Crandon is the only public golf course on the Bay, just 10 minutes from downtown Miami. Book a tee time at http://www.golfnow.com/miami 6700 Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne, FL 33149-3200