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Get up-close to the animals at the Miami Metro Zoo. There are over 2,000 animals that call this zoo home, along with 1,200 plant species. As you stroll down the pathways of the zoo, you'll see exhibits and attractions that house tigers, lions, sloths, antelope, kangaroos, monkeys, koala bears, gorillas, elephants, rhinoceros, and hundreds more.

Experience a small piece of Cuban culture at Carnival Miami. The festival brings a Carnival-styled celebration to the streets of Little Havana in Miami, and the event is host to concerts, races, food competitions, art and much more. The two-week celebration is one of the nation's largest street festivals, so don't miss out on the fun.

Visit the beautiful Vizcaya Museum & Gardens to take a peek back in time and explore the beauty of a subtropical forest. As you walk through the attraction you'll notice the European stylings of the home, boasting Mediterranean Revival architectural style and Baroque elements. The gardens are lush, with blooming orchids and other flowers throughout.

Forget candlelit dinners and swanky nightclubs, plan your next romantic date at Jaxson's Ice Cream Parlor & Restaurant. Spend some time flirting over a banana split, a jumbo sundae, milkshake or any one of the items on the outstanding dessert menu. Jaxson's has been featured on the Food Network and Good Morning America for its awesome ice cream and yummy food.