Location

The 2008 Financial Planning Clinic in Miami will be held at the Hyatt Regency at Miami Convention Center, conveniently located in downtown Miami, directly connected to free MetroMover transportation system which connects to MetroRail and minutes away from some of the city's most popular attractions.

Hyatt Regency at Miami Convention Center
400 South East Second Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
miamiregency.hyatt.com
305-358-1234
 

Ground Transportation

Miami-Dade Transit
The Hyatt Regency at Miami Convention Center is joined to the Knight Center MetroMover station via a tunnel from the Bank of America Tower. MetroMover is free and is connected to MetroRail at Government Center and Brickell stations. The rate for each way for the MetroRail is $1.50. For detailed information on public transportation in Miami, visit www.miamidade.gov/transit/.

Driving Directions

From Miami International Airport to Hotel (approximately 8 miles):
Take 836 East, go through tolls and stay to right side. Take I-95 South Exit - Downtown. Once on I-95, stay in left hand lane and take Exit 2A/ Biscayne Boulevard. Stay in right hand lane at the end of the ramp. The hotel will be on your immediate right side.

From Fort Lauderdale (approximately 28 miles):
Take I-95 South Exit - Downtown. Once on I-95, stay in left hand lane and take Exit 2A/ Biscayne Boulevard. Stay in right hand lane at the end of the ramp. The hotel will be on your immediate right side.

Area Airport

Miami International Airport – 8 minutes (7 miles) away

Detailed information on airport services and ground transportation is available at www.miami-airport.com.

Hotel Accommodations

Attendees of CFP Board's 2008 Financial Planning Clinic in Miami are responsible for making their own lodging arrangements. Some of the hotels in the area include:

Hyatt Regency Miami (site of the Financial Planning Clinic)
400 SE 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
305-358-1234

Courtyard Miami Downtown
200 SE 2nd Avenue
Miami, FL 33131
305-374-3000

Intercontinental-Miami
100 Chopin Plaza
Miami, FL 33131
305-577-1000

Taxi Services

Yellow Cab: 305-444-4444
Metro Taxi: 305-888-8888
South Dade Taxi: 305-448-8888

Car Rental

Avis: 305-379-1317
Enterprise: 305-668-3374
Hertz: 305-444-3099

Things to Do in Miami

Miami is nicknamed “The Magic City” and is known for its diverse culture, numerous ethnicities and its many attractions.

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Coconut Grove
Constructed in 1916 for industrialist James Deering, this Italianate palace is often referred to as the Hearst Castle of the East. Intended to appear centuries-old at completion, it is absolutely rife with architectural detail and elaborate accents. More than a thousand artisans took five-plus years to complete the ornate flourishes. Deering was fascinated by 16th-century art and architecture, and most of his fine collection remains on display. The beautifully landscaped grounds aptly complement the building, whose name remembers the Basque term for a raised site.

Art Deco Historic District in South Beach
The streamlined buildings that comprise this district reflect the architecture of the '20s and '30s, when wealthy vacationers made Miami the resort destination of choice. Reinvigorated in recent decades, the pastel-hued neighborhood is again in vogue, mixing old and new with aplomb. The Art Deco Welcome Center provides a great introduction to the area and carries maps of notable structures. Tours of the district can be arranged through the Miami Design Preservation League.

Miami Metrozoo in South Dade
The only US zoo set in a subtropical climate, Metrozoo mesmerizes visitors with remarkable exhibits and creatures from around the world. Favorite animals include clouded leopards, Komodo dragons and tree kangaroos. They get ample competition from exotic standards like giraffes, lions, meerkats, koalas, gorillas and colorful birds. When the heat starts to take its toll, Dr. Wilde's World provides a rainforest-themed, air-conditioned refuge for hands-on fun.

Source: www.10best.com.

More information about the sights and activities in Miami is available at www.Miamigov.com.