Miami International Airport caters for the South Florida region and receives over 35 million passengers a year. It is the 12th busiest airport in the USA. If you have car hire at Miami Airport, it is an easy 13 km drive to downtown Miami. A popular destination in Florida, Miami is famous for its beaches and relaxed, but high end lifestyle.
Miami Airport has a main terminal in a semi circular shape that combines with 6 concourses and satellite terminals. All of these are connected to each other via the Skytrain monorail service. There are many facilities at the airport including an auditorium, Jetsetters Spa and the Miami International Airport Hotel. There are ATMs, banks and currency exchange services for all your money needs and information centres for any enquiries you may have. Wi-Fi access and internet terminals are available if you need to check emails. Tourist information counters can advise you on attractions in the Miami area and VIP clubs and lounges are accessible by business and first class passengers or for a fee. Art exhibitions are regularly held at the airport. There are over 200 shops and restaurants at the airport. If you need a snack you can head for Dunkin Donuts or Burger King or for fine dining visit the Top of the Port Restaurant. Shop till you drop at the many shops that have everything from leather goods to the latest fashions and duty free items. There is a Borders Bookstore and buy gadgets at Brookstone or surf gear at Ron Jon Surf Shop.
Miami is a city in Florida known for its fast living and yet laid back lifestyle. Miami Beach is world famous and is made up of a number of resorts with sandy beaches. The art-deco architecture is well known and luxury hotels sit beside designer boutiques and fine dining restaurants. Star Island is a man-made island where many of the rich and famous live and tours are offered of this area. Take a cruise from the Port of Miami or indulge in a South Beach Food Tour. Shop at the Bayside Market Place and Collins Avenue or visit the museum and gardens at Villa Vizcaya. Get out of the city and visit Del Ray for its beaches and nightlife and the wealthy area of Boca Rotan. The Everglades National Park is only a short drive away with your car hire in Miami.
