Fonteyne Art & Photos

Snorkel with the fishies, spend a day on a boat, relax on the beach, or suit up for a scuba dive at Biscayne National Park. This park is the largest marine park in the National Park System and protects four ecosystems: a stretch of mangrove forest along the shoreline, the southern portion of Biscayne Bay, the northern Florida Keys, and a part of the world's third-longest living coral reef. All of these ecosystems mean that there's plenty of nature to explore here. There's also a visitor center on site with an art gallery featuring works inspired by the park and other attractions.

Get lost in literature at the Miami Book Fair International. Book worms and writers will love this event as it features six nights of lectures, discussions and readings by nearly 350 authors. The event also brings over 250 publishers to the area, bringing books and other literary novelties. Book collectors will want to attend the fair as antiquarians are in attendance, showcasing valuables like signed first editions and original manuscripts.

“Shaken, not stirred,” or any other way you prefer your martini, head to the Blue Martini to indulge in a nightlife venue that's got your drink figured out. This club has locations throughout the nation, and they all serve up delicious martinis in a variety of flavors – a few selections from the menu include Pomegranate, Mango Madness, Espresso Martini, Red Apple, Sweet Tea, Almond Joy, Cookies and Cream, and The Perfect Pear.