We used to fly to Miami back in the early 90’s when living in NY, to escape the polar cold of Manhattan… back them it was still a bit rough, and South beach was just starting to come back to life, only a handful of hotels were refurbished and there was an melancholic feel to the place. Later on it became the place to be-and-bee-seen, but now ocean drive is pretty much a succession of crapy restaurants on the verge of fast-food, with life « flamenco » singers and dancers (couldn’t quite work out why..), but, as the beach opposite is manicured, and there is a nice pedestrian/cycling path all along the beach, one can romantically enjoy the Art Deco frontages lit in colourful neons from a distance in the dark 🙂

 

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During day time, one can appreciate all the details that give those building such a happy look

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