Habitat & Behavior: These playful and intelligent mammals frequently swim near the South Florida coast, delighting visitors with bow-riding and occasional breaching. Typically seen on boat tours, they add excitement to any marine outing. Fun Fact: They can reach lengths of up to 13 feet and can weigh around 1,400 pounds.
Appearance: Known for its bubblegum-pink plumage and spoon-shaped bill, this wading bird stands roughly 2.5 feet tall and spreads its wings to about 4 feet. The pink hue comes from carotenoids in their crustacean-rich diet. Smithsonian's National Zoomyfwc.comnpbcid.orgAudubon Habitat & Feeding: Found in South Florida's marshes and mangroves, they feed by sweeping their bill through mud or shallow water, snapping up small fish, shrimp, and crustaceans. Smithsonian's National ZooNational Park Service Conservation: Once nearly hunted to extinction for their feathers, protections have helped their numbers rebound. Still, habitat loss and climate conditions pose ongoing risks
Nesting Season: These turtles nest on South Florida coastlines from March through October. Beaches are carefully patrolled to safeguard nests and hatchlings. floridastateparks.orgSouthern Living Conservation Highlights: 2023 was a landmark year, setting nesting records: ~71,000 loggerhead nests and over 61,000 green turtle nests across major beaches.
On Ocean 7 Cafe offers a popular dining experience, with many travelers praising its scenic beachfront location and vibrant atmosphere, complemented by uplifting music and inviting views. The service is often commended for being attentive and friendly, though some guests mention confusion over charges. While the food garners mixed reviews—some highlighting delicious flavors and others noting inconsistencies—many find the value reasonable. However, unclear drink charges and automatic service fees are points of caution for some visitors.
Spanning between Dania Beach and Golden Beach, this strip is quieter and often more pocket friendly than the neighboring Miami Beach. Let the locals skate and cycle past as you stroll along the boardwalk promenade in search of that perfect spot to bask in the Florida sun. Vendors will set you up with lounge chairs, umbrellas, and cabanas, but the soft white sand will do just fine for many. Take a dip in the crystal clear waters, then hit one of the waterfront establishments for a meal and live music. The weather is the most pleasant between December and April, while summer is hurricane season.
Built in 1916 as a winter retreat, this lavish villa is a tribute to the Italian Renaissance. The museum contains much of the original furnishings and artwork, and is surrounded by lush, formal gardens
At Miami's largest outlet mall, you'll find designer wares at discounts from over 240 international brands and high-end department stores like Neiman Marcus Last Call
We offer the best Mexican and seafood in Cozumel. Our beautiful Mexican-style gardens and cozy atmosphere guarantee that you will have the best culinary experience available in Cozumel. We are so confident that you will love our restaurant, that we offer guarantee: "if you don't like it, you don't pay it." Come to Casa Mission during your visit to Cozumel. You will always be welcome to our home. Please note that though we share property with the Free Tequila Tour company and sometimes they add the "Casa Mission" brand to it, WE ARE NOT THE SAME COMPANY and CASA MISSION IS NOT RELATED TO THE TEQUILA
Located in Bayside Marketplace Mall, our menu offers a number of items for the shrimp lover in all of us. Boasting creative seafood dishes inspired straight from the movie Forrest Gump and a fun family atmosphere, Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is the perfect spot for private events, parties, or a night out.
