Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
GREEN TRAVEL
Biking
Good exercise, no gas, fresh air - what's not to love? Try DecoBikes in South
Beach.
Metromover
A free way of getting around downtown, but only serves Miami (not Miami
Beach).
Tri-rail
Cheap, fast links between Miami and its outer suburbs.
Gables Trolley
Fun, nostalgic public transportation through Coral Gables.
Walking
Especially in South Beach, which is barely 2 miles (2.8km) long.
GETTING AROUND
Once you reach South Florida, traveling by car is the best way of getting around - it allows
you to reach areas not otherwise served by public transportation.
Air
The US airline industry is reliable, safe and serves Florida extremely well. However, the in-
dustry's continuing financial troubles have resulted in a series of high-profile mergers: Mid-
west joining Frontier, Orlando-based Air Tran merging into Southwest and Continental mer-
ging with United.
In general, this has led to fewer flights, fuller airplanes, less perks, more fees and higher
rates. Allow extra time for the USA's extensive airport security-screening procedures.
Airlines in Florida
Main domestic airlines operating in South Florida:
American
Has a Miami hub and service to and between major Florida cities.
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Delta
International carrier to main Florida cities, plus flights from Miami to Orlando and Tampa.
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