For over fifty years The Jackie Gleason Theatre has provided audiences with prestigious Broadway shows, spectacular concerts by award winning artists, and dance performances from renowned companies around the globe.

Housing a myriad of different shows and conferences each year, the Miami Convention Center has been the premier event space of Miami Beach for over fifty years. The convention center boasts some of the nation’s most highly-regarded events such as the Miami International Boat Show and North America’s most contemporary art fair, Art Basel Miami Beach.

In the heart of historic Miami Beach, this 18-hole public golf course is the perfect destination for a relaxing day outdoors. After a 10 million dollar renovation the course has been restored to its former splendor, promising a rewarding day of golf.

As the home to internationally distinguished companies such as the Concert Association of Florida, Florida Grand Opera, Miami City Ballet, and New World Symphony, the Performing Arts Center boasts education and entertainment while encountering inspirational arts, worldly culture, and a romantic piece of history all in one trip.

Just 10 minutes from downtown Miami, Crandon Park is a championship 18-hole golf course situated on the lovely island of Key Biscayne. The course, a host to the Senior PGA Tour since 1987, is considered one of the most beautiful and difficult. Named one of America’s Top 75 upscale courses by Golf Digest, it  boasts the world’s largest tee, challenging sand traps, and mangrove thickets to challenge even the most expert players.

With its Venetian style landing, coral caves, fresh spring water, and two luxurious waterfalls, the Venetian Pool is one of the oldest and most beautiful public pools in the country. Unrivaled in Miami and perhaps around the world, the beauty and history of this architectural gem is sure to excite your senses while providing a sweet relief from Miami’s heat.

Often referred to as the “Kingdom of Golf,” Doral golf course rests on 650 acres of tropical terrain boasting five 18-hole golf courses to fit any player’s skill level. For those golfers who are up for a challenge, test out the acclaimed Blue Monster Course, host of the PGA Tour for over forty years.

If the daredevil in you is up for a run, hop aboard a helicopter for some unparalleled sightseeing. Get an aerial view of this bright life city, the expansive Atlantic, and the sweeping Florida everglades.

Climb aboard this 35 mile an hour airboat to tour through the natural ecosystem and indigenous wildlife of South Florida. A stop in Everglades National Park may put you face to face with one of Miami’s own, American crocodiles.

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