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Miami Travel Guide and Activities
It's the place to see and be seen! We are a short walk from the beach, straight down Lincoln Road past lots of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops. When the sun goes down the action continues in some of the world's best nightclubs and bars. We are in the middle of everything you imagine when you think "South Beach"!
Climate
Miami has a tropical climate and the weather is often very warm and steamy. Winter and spring are often mild and extremely summer. Summer is hot and can bring periods of heavy rain.
Money
Currency: $ (US Dollars)
Public holidays falling on a weekday
01 January, 02 January, 19 January, 16 February, 25 May, 03 July, 07 September, 12 October, 11 November, 26 November, 27 November, 25 December
Telephone Country Code
+1Electricity
110 V; 60Hz - 2 flat-pin plug or third round pin are used.
Tap water
Tap water is safe unless there’s a sign to the contrary.
Transport
Many tourists decide to rent bikes or scooters, which are easily accessible in South Beach (usually around $8/hour or $20/day). Free "taxi" transport service is also available through Swoop Miami
Public Transport Info
Discount
Students can receive an IN Card through Miami Beach Chamber of Commerce. This card offers discounts at local businesses, hotels, restaurants, attractions, professional businesses, and more.
Visa
For Visa information please read Applying for a Visa in USA
Cost of Living
| Big Mac | $7 |
| Sandwich | $5 |
| Can of Coke | $1 |
| Coffee in a café | $3 |
| Two course meal in average restaurant | $30 |
| 1 litre of milk | $ 2.50 |
| 2 litres of water | $ 1.50 |
| A loaf of bread | $ 2.50 |
| Cost of sim card | $ 5 |
| Cinema | $ 10 |
Other Useful Information
Driving Age
The minimum driving age is 16 years but most rental companies require that you be at least 21 years old and have an international driving license.
Alcohol Age
Legal age for drinking in the US is 21 and many places will ask for identification. You will not be able to enter a club in Miami Beach if you are under 21.
Smoking laws
Smoking is banned in all enclosed public places and workplaces, including restaurants and bars.
Insurance
All EC Miami students must be covered by health insurance for the entire length of their stay in the U.S.