june holiday

my wife and i will be in Miami in June for one week and then on to a cruse which leaves from Miani port we are staying in the Surfcomber on Collins Ave how far is it to the port and what is the cost for a taxi also what sort of weather can we expect and is the beach good and safe for swiming.This is our first trip to Miami and realy looking forward to it

thank you in advance

chris

june holiday

The Surfcomber is about 15 minutes away from the Port, however you have to go into Downtown Miami to get into the Port so I figure the cab ride may cost you about $30. In June expect hot hot weather, lots of humidity. So bring plenty of summer clothes. It shouldn%26#39;t rain, but it is also the first month of Hurricane season, so hopefully there won%26#39;t be any at that time.

The beach is safe and good to swim in. I think the Surfcomber is beachfront right? If its not, you can head onto South Beach for some sun. Don%26#39;t forget to check out Lincoln Road, great restaurants and shops! Enjoy your trip!

june holiday

Thank you for the information realy looking forward to the trip.The surfcomber is supposed to be right on the beach so that should be good.If we do get a hurricane i will be in more danger from the wifes anger than the weather!!!!!!

Another question there is a shopping mall called Sawgrass Mills listed is this a good spot?

Rgds and many thanks

Chris

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Sawgrass Mills is a good 40 minutes drive from South Beach but there are a number of shuttle services offering day trips by motor coach.

If you or the wife are interested in a HUGE complex of shops - all indoors and air conditioned - offering EVERY manner of clothing, shoes, electronics, toys etc. at DISCOUNT prices - this is the destination.

There are a number of food courts as well as proper sit down restaurants and bars too. If you%26#39;re here for a week and have some $$$ in your trip budget for shopping and prezzies for the folks back home, MAKE A DAY OF IT!

Here is a link to all of the stores w/ phone numbers on the Sawgrass Site:

www.sawgrassmillsmall.com/static/node786.jsp

Shuttle Services

Shuttle services are available from Miami and Fort Lauderdale area hotels and airport for a minimal cost. For information on pick-up times and prices please contact the following companies.

Miami Shuttles

Sawgrass Express (305) 651-7196

Bravo Transportation (305) 496-5669

Genesis Bus Service (305) 956-2839

Super Shuttle (305) 871-2000

Express Shuttle (305) 947-1911

Wear comfortable shoes. Bring lots of $$$ or credit cards.

Weekdays are less crowded.

Also look into a tour of South Beach!

Definitely look into a walking tour of the Art Deco Landmarks while you%26#39;re here.

http://www.mdpl.org/tours.html

There are also Duck Tours (bus turns into a boat) just next door to the Greenview on Washington and Lincoln.

Phone: 786-276-8300

Phone: 1-877-DUCK-TIX

Departure location: 1665 Washington Ave.- South Beach Tickets can also be purchased at: Art Deco Welcome Center - Located at Ocean Drive %26amp; 10th St. (South Beach)

Have a Great trip!

AG

thank you AG your posts are great and have realy good information