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Sightseeing / Mansion Tour via Yacht
Friday, June 27 / 10:00am – 3:00pm and Tuesday, July 1 / 9:00am – 2:00pm
Let yourself be captivated by Miami’s charm onboard an 80’ Skipper Liner featuring an outdoor deck, a spacious salon with elegant décor and excellent staff. Sail from Bayside Marina through the intra-coastal waterways and view the fantastic mansions of Millionaire’s row and the breathtaking Skyline of Miami while enjoying commentary the lives of the rich & famous in Miami. After the 90 minute sail, guests will have time to explore Bayside Marketplace before returning to the hotel.
Shopping Tour - Bayside Marketplace
Friday, June 27 / 10:00am – 3:00pm and Tuesday, July 1/ 9:00am – 2:00pm
Bayside Marketplace is a festive shopping and entertainment emporium in Miami’s downtown waterfront. This multi-level, 16-acre complex wraps around a marina, offers a magnificent view of Biscayne Bay and features more than 150 specialty shops, restaurants and bars including the Hard Rock Café. A collection of kiosks are positioned throughout the lower level. Pier 5 is the pushcart and stall market, a bazaar of 40 some inventors, designers and artisans with creative crafts from around the world.
Shopping Tour - Lincoln Road
Saturday, June 28 / 1:30pm – 5:30pm
Lincoln Road is a 10 block pedestrian mall offering al fresco restaurants and cafés mingled with unique stores selling items not typically found in malls. Enjoy Miami’s outdoor lifestyle as you leisurely browse the boutiques and specialty shops interspersed with popular stores such as Cache, French Connection & Lucky Brand Jeans. Without question, the people watching on Lincoln Road can match any place in the world.
Villa Vizcaya Tour with Shopping in Coconut Grove
Saturday, June 28 / 1:30pm – 5:30pm
Vizcaya Museum and Gardens offers a window to both the history of Miami and the Italian Renaissance. The mansion’s construction in 1914 employed one tenth of Miami's population and took two years to complete. Guests will receive a guided tour of the mansion for about 45 minutes, then be given time to explore the superb formal gardens which feature many grottos, pools, fountains and sculptures. Time permitting; there will be a brief stop at Coconut Grove for shopping.
Art Deco District Tour with Lunch on Ocean Drive
Saturday, June 28 / 1:30pm – 5:30pm
Travel to Miami Beach and discover the largest Art Deco district in America where a certified guide will lead guests on an interesting and informative ninety-minute walking tour. In addition to a stroll by, the late, Gianni Versace's villa on Ocean Drive, guests will observe the outside design elements of various hotels and even walk into some of the hotel lobbies and secluded courtyards. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Deco-age arts and architecture, examine historic preservation efforts and experience the excitement of this trendy area.
Florida Everglades Airboat Adventure
Saturday, June 28 / 1:30pm – 5:30pm and Tuesday, July 1 9:00am – 2:00pm
The outdoor adventure at Everglades Safari Park begins with a 40-minute ride on an airboat during which, the driver/guide will stop to speak about the ecological system of the Everglades, to feed the fish and point out some of the unusual plant and animal life. Following the ride will be a 20-minute reptile show that is both educational and exciting as a native handler demonstrates the awesome power and voracity of these primitive reptiles. Later, guests will have a little time to explore an abandoned, replicated 18th century Indian village and browse through the gift shop.
Key Biscayne Kayaking & Snorkeling Adventure
Tuesday, July 1 / 9:00am – 2:00pm
Your three-hour naturalist guided tour consists of 1 3/4 miles of coastal kayaking and 45 minutes of shallow water snorkeling. Guests will kayak along the Key Biscayne shoreline exploring the abundant marine life that inhabits the sea grass beds. Then participants will don their snorkeling gear and explore the fossilized mangrove reef formed from petrified black mangroves 1500 years ago.
Miami is a very casual city - dress cool and comfortably for all tours
Remember to bring along sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
Reservations for all tours must be received by JUNE 2nd. Check the website for tour costs, detailed description of activity and how to make a reservation.
Payment must be made in FULL at the time of the reservation to secure your place. Refunds will be made in full in the event of cancellation prior to June 2, 2008.