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Florida

Signature City Miami

Program No. 20394RJ

Treat your senses to the wonders of Miami, exploring its historic neighborhoods, world-class cuisine, impressive architecture and beautiful beaches with both friends and local experts.

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At a Glance

Duration

6 days

Program Begins

Miami

Program Concludes

Miami

Meals

12 ( 5B, 3L, 4D )

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Today’s Miami is an international city bustling with opportunity and cultural innovation. Experience the dynamic Cuban influence that has transformed the city of Miami from an unruly territory of pioneers into the modern-day “Capital of the Americas.” Explore Miami's most famous and historic neighborhoods to learn how Coral Gables, Coconut Grove and Little Havana grew out of an unknown wilderness where eccentric settlers lived lives of adventure and hardship. Enjoy a taste of Miami’s diversity and come to understand it as a reflection of early settlement along the Miami River.

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Explore the distinct styles of artistic neighborhoods from the art deco of South Beach to the Wynwood Walls.
Sample Cuban cuisine and visit well-loved marketplaces as you learn the story of Miami’s Cuban community.
Visit the famous Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, known as the "Hearst Castle of the East."

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Guillermo Grenier

Guillermo J. Grenier is Professor of Sociology in the Department of Global and Sociocultural Studies at Florida International University. Born in Havana, Cuba, Dr. Grenier is one of the founders of the Miami School of social analysis. He is the author of numerous books and articles on labor, migration, immigrant incorporation, and Cuban-American ideological profiles, and lectures nationally and internationally on his research. Among his books is A History of Little Havana, with Corinna Moebius (History Press: 2015).

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This expert may not be available for every date of the program

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Jose Diaz

Jose Armando Diaz was born in La Habana, Cuba and moved to Miami at the age of six. He graduated from Florida International University with a marketing degree. He worked for Pan Am and Delta Air Lines in marketing and management positions. After attending the International Tour Management Institute, Jose now leads programs in his hometown of Miami, Orlando, and Cuba. When he’s not working, he can probably be found on the beach, in the Everglades, exploring new restaurants, or traveling to other countries.

Keith S Moore

Keith Moore studied at Florida A&M University, earning degrees in theater and broadcast communications. He was fascinated by the stories his grandparents told him about Miami's early days, as they had migrated from the Bahamas at the turn of the twentieth century. He realized that his grandparents were pioneers, and their stories contained a rich source of history. In 2017, Keith cofounded a research group—Profiles in Black Miami—to chronicle the contributions of Miami’s early Black settlers, many of whom have been hidden in plain sight. Profiles in Black Miami has presented little-known historical facts to audiences through the Miami-Dade Public Library System’s Special Collections Department's series "Voices from Florida," offering profound educational insight into Miami’s African American communities and their connection to the founding and civic growth of Miami, dating back to 1896.

Activity Level

Keep the Pace

Walking up to 2 miles a day on garden paths, grass, city streets, and sidewalks; some standing.

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You can also find many of the books we recommend at the Road Scholar store on bookshop.org, a website that supports local bookstores.

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Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.

Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.

Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.

Peace of Mind

We want your Road Scholar learning adventure to be something to look forward to—not worry about. That’s why we go to the ends of the earth to give you peace of mind, from the moment you enroll until the day you return home.
Assurance Plan

Road Scholar's continued commitment to our participants and their well-being is exemplified whether participating on a program in the United States or on one of our International programs, every Road Scholar participant receives coverage under our Road Scholar Assurance Plan.
Want to Protect Your Investment?

Road Scholar is pleased to offer its Trip Protection Plan as a way to protect your program investment. You may purchase this optional trip protection plan when enrolling in your program.
Sustainable Travel

We offset a portion of the emissions created by your travel. Read about our commitment to a more sustainable planet.