A burgeoning powerhouse district of Miami
The shiny, skyscraper-packed district of Brickell makes up part of the Greater Downtown Miami, the financial hub of Florida. It was first settled in the 19th century and quickly dubbed Millionaires' Row after becoming one of the wealthiest parts of the state. Today, the district has overtaken Miami's established business district and is one of the fastest-growing areas in the city. When you stay in one of the luxurious Brickell vacation rentals, you'll have world-class restaurants, bars and shopping right at your doorstep, as well as Miami's famed beaches just a short distance away.
Science and history in Miami
There's more to the Brickell and Downtown Miami than just shopping and eating. Close to Brickell vacation rentals is the Frost Museum of Science, a leading institution which looks at how science can innovate into the future. History buffs should make time to visit the Miami Museum, which chronicles the city's past through exhibits and photography. For a great night out, you can grab tickets for a gig at the American Airlines Arena, which has hosted the likes of Alicia Keys and U2 in the past. Alternatively, go for a bite to eat and enjoy an impromptu salsa night down in colorful Little Havana.
Top up your tan on Key Biscayne
If you love outdoorsy adventures, venture just across the Rickenbacker Causeway to Key Biscayne, a beautiful island where you can indulge in a wealth of activities _ from cycling along the coastland trails to swinging your club at the golf course, or learning to kite surf in the calm bay. If you want to top up your tan, Crandon Park has a 2-mile stretch of white, sandy beach backed by coconut groves and has been voted one of the best in the country. It's a breeze to reach from Brickell vacation rentals.
Over a million acres of protected wetland nearby
The towering skyline of the Downtown area doesn't have much in the way of nature, but fear not. Less than an hour away from Brickell vacation rentals sprawls the vast Florida Everglades. The protected wetland park of mangroves and marshes is home to an astonishing variety of wildlife including alligators, leatherback turtles and gentle manatees. The best way to see the wildlife and experience the enormity of the park is on board one of the many airboat tours. Alternatively, orangutans and hundreds of colorful birds inhabit nearby Jungle Island.