Travelling is one of the most exhilarating things anyone should try however, there are also a few setbacks. No two places are the same, and that would also apply to local rules. The reason why some tourists get into trouble with the law in a place is that they are not aware of the dos and don’ts of a specific place. Miami is no different from those. So head over to your furnished apartment in Miami and kick back to a great vacation.
And to help you make your Miami vacation better, here are a few dos and don’ts you have to keep in mind.
Given that Miami is one of the many dominantly Latin countries in America it is not strange for the culture to carry over. First and foremost, don’t be offended when someone gives you’re a public display of affection like a kiss for a hello or a goodbye, but don’t expect that everyone you meet will give you a kiss either. When it comes to language, one should also not to be offended when the locals talk to you in Spanish, don’t assume that everyone will talk in English. The best way around it is to say ‘No hablo Español’’ which translates to I don’t speak Spanish and they will try their best to help you around the place. Treat Miami as if it is a different country and it is not part of the United States as Miami chef and native, Michelle Bernstein would say. Also be patient.
When it comes to punctuality, don’t expect everyone to be on time. Miami time is Miami time and being fashionably late is the norm. According to Miami resident Gisela Vazquez, it’s normal for someone to arrive 30 minutes late. Same applies to eating dinner. Lula Michna, also a Miami resident, shares that dinner time is often at around 8 p.m. And that lack of punctuality comes with rushing. Everyone in Miami is in a rush to get things done to the point that drivers can get aggressive if you’re not paying close attention to the change in traffic lights.
Miami is also known for its own lingo so you should also keep in mind some of them such as cafecito or the popular Café Cubano, which is a Cuban-styled expresso stronger than American coffee and very sweet; SoBe which is the abbreviation for South Beach and SoFi, the shortcut for Fifth Street in South Beach.
When it comes to neighborhoods, if you want to be on the safe side, visit Miami Beach (but don’t always let your guard down as there will be some vagrants out loose from time to time), Coconut Grove, Coral Gables and Key Biscayne. During the day Downtown Miami is safe however if in doubt, also have a travel companion or two to accompany you.
Other from that, here are a few more tips on how you can keep yourself safe while having a great time over at Miami.
If you have luggage with you, always keep in mind where it is especially when you check-in and check-out of your hotel and at the airport. Best to always head straight to your hotel whenever you just landed to be on the safe side and to give yourself ample breathing space to explore your surroundings without the hassle of bringing luggage along.
If you will be going out, always keep your hotel room door locked and never leave valuables out in the open for itching hands to grab.
Finally, if you find yourself in trouble, never hesitate to call 9/11.
Travelling is one of the most exhilarating things anyone should try however, there are also a few setbacks. No two places are the same, and that would also apply to local rules. The reason why some tourists get into trouble with the law in a place is that they are not aware of the dos and don’ts of a specific place. Miami is no different from those. So head over to your furnished apartment in Miami and kick back to a great vacation.
And to help you make your Miami vacation better, here are a few dos and don’ts you have to keep in mind.
Given that Miami is one of the many dominantly Latin countries in America it is not strange for the culture to carry over. First and foremost, don’t be offended when someone gives you’re a public display of affection like a kiss for a hello or a goodbye, but don’t expect that everyone you meet will give you a kiss either. When it comes to language, one should also not to be offended when the locals talk to you in Spanish, don’t assume that everyone will talk in English. The best way around it is to say ‘No hablo Español’’ which translates to I don’t speak Spanish and they will try their best to help you around the place. Treat Miami as if it is a different country and it is not part of the United States as Miami chef and native, Michelle Bernstein would say. Also be patient.
When it comes to punctuality, don’t expect everyone to be on time. Miami time is Miami time and being fashionably late is the norm. According to Miami resident Gisela Vazquez, it’s normal for someone to arrive 30 minutes late. Same applies to eating dinner. Lula Michna, also a Miami resident, shares that dinner time is often at around 8 p.m. And that lack of punctuality comes with rushing. Everyone in Miami is in a rush to get things done to the point that drivers can get aggressive if you’re not paying close attention to the change in traffic lights.
Miami is also known for its own lingo so you should also keep in mind some of them such as cafecito or the popular Café Cubano, which is a Cuban-styled expresso stronger than American coffee and very sweet; SoBe which is the abbreviation for South Beach and SoFi, the shortcut for Fifth Street in South Beach.
When it comes to neighborhoods, if you want to be on the safe side, visit Miami Beach (but don’t always let your guard down as there will be some vagrants out loose from time to time), Coconut Grove, Coral Gables and Key Biscayne. During the day Downtown Miami is safe however if in doubt, also have a travel companion or two to accompany you.
Other from that, here are a few more tips on how you can keep yourself safe while having a great time over at Miami.
If you have luggage with you, always keep in mind where it is especially when you check-in and check-out of your hotel and at the airport. Best to always head straight to your hotel whenever you just landed to be on the safe side and to give yourself ample breathing space to explore your surroundings without the hassle of bringing luggage along.
If you will be going out, always keep your hotel room door locked and never leave valuables out in the open for itching hands to grab.
Finally, if you find yourself in trouble, never hesitate to call 9/11.