Stories from Miami
Long-form writing on Miami and the region beyond it — excursions, food culture, local life and the practicalities of travel around the city.
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Best key lime pie in the Florida Keys
Best sunset spots in Miami
Can you drink tap water in Miami?
Do you need a car in Miami?
Florida Keys coral reef, explained
Hemingway's house in Key West: what the drive is actually worth
How much to tip in Miami
How to order a Cuban coffee in Little Havana
How Wynwood became an open-air museum
Is a Bahamas day cruise from Miami worth it?
Is an Everglades airboat tour worth it?
Is Key West worth a day trip from Miami?
Is the Metromover really free?
Jellyfish and rip currents on Miami Beach: what actually matters
Little Havana and Cuban Miami
Miami hurricane season myths, explained honestly
Miami sales tax and resort fees, explained
Where to see the Miami skyline from across the bay
Miami with a toddler: what actually works
The most photogenic spots in Miami and Miami Beach
Sargassum and seaweed on Miami beaches
Southernmost Point and Mile Marker Zero: is the drive worth it?
Stone crab season in Miami: what I check before I go
The story of Miami Art Deco
Where to see alligators (and crocodiles) near Miami
Where to see manatees in south Florida
Good to know about the Miami blog
The Miami Escape blog covers what a regional guide doesn't: seasonal notes on hurricane season and what to expect from Miami's tropical, changeable weather; practical comparisons between rideshare, trolleys, and renting a car; and honest takes on crowded moments like Key West in high season or peak Everglades dry-season weeks. It also tracks the details that change from year to year — new entry fees at Dry Tortugas National Park, shifts in ESTA requirements, or changes to ferry departure points for the Bahamas — so the rest of the site can stay focused on what stays true season after season.
Frequently asked questions about the Miami blog
How often does the blog get updated?
Regularly, with a focus on seasonal changes and practical details that shift year to year.
Does the blog cover weather planning?
Yes — the driest and busiest months, and what to expect from Miami's tropical, hurricane-season climate.
Will the blog help me avoid crowds?
It aims to, with honest notes on busy periods like peak Key West season or the height of Everglades dry-season weeks.
Does the blog compare transport options?
Yes, including rideshares, trolleys, and when renting a car makes more sense for reaching the Everglades or the Keys.
Is the blog only for first-time visitors?
No — it also covers details useful for repeat visitors, like new excursions and changes to entry requirements.
Boat tours and sunset cruises along Miami's coastline
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