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Miami Beach

From Sandbar to Sophistication: History and Multi Cultural Riches of Miami and the Beaches

Miami Beach is special! Every day you will experience different facets of this remarkable city. Discover what it has taken to preserve its distinctive character as you enjoy a narrated walk through the famous Art Deco district, which has more art deco buildings than anywhere in the world. Visit the area's varied historic neighborhoods and explore Biscayne Bay by boat. You will be caught up in Miami's pulsing energy and rhythm as you join us in learning about its history, local cuisine, diverse populations, ecology and unique style. Experience this world-renowned destination as our noted instructors explore the magic of this city and its glorious past with you.

 

UPCOMING DATES:
Program Code: 15683

 

3/1/2009

3/6/2009

2/8/2009

2/13/2009

 

HOTEL INFORMATION

Newport Beachside Resort Location
16701 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160

Phone: (305) 949-1300

The Newport Beachside Hotel & Resort is ideally located on the Atlantic Ocean in the prestigious Sunny Isles Beach area of North Miami Beach, just 15 minutes from downtown Miami and 20 minutes from the Miami International Airport, the Fort Lauderdale International Airport, Port Everglades and the Port of Miami.

Hotel amenities include the private fishing pier, full range of watersports, fitness center, beauty salon and, beach playground.
All rooms feature separate living area, tropical decor, marble bathrooms, microwave, cable TV, safe, mini-fridges, and hairdryers, coffee makers, and irons/ironing boards. Check-out. Valet parking is available for $15.00 per night and self -park is available for $10.00 per night. Effective May 1, 2007 the resort will be 100 percent  smoke-free

 

REGISTRATION:

Please click on the Elderhostel logo below to register.

ElderhostelAdventures in Lifelong Learning

Use the program number(s) listed above to access the specific Elderhostel program you would like to register for.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

  • If you plan on arriving a few days before the program begins or staying a few days after the program concludes, please call the hotel.  These rooms are available on a limited basis.
  • Casual clothes and good walking shoes are the order of the day.  A camera, sunglasses, sunscreen, and hats are suggested.  Don't forget a bathing suit for a dip in the pool or ocean after classes.  A light sweater or jacket may be needed at night or in the air conditioning. 

Travel to Miami by car, plane or bus. Super shuttles and taxis are available between the hotel and    the     airport. Cost of Super Shuttle one way per person is approximately $30

*NOTE*

  • Whether or not you are extending your trip, please plan to stay until the very end of the program, which ends on Friday  with a box lunch to go. 
  • Let us know of special medical needs or dietary restrictions on the medical form. We will make every attempt to accommodate you.                                                                   

*NO PETS*
The School of Adult and Continuing Education has been approved as a provider of continuing education programs by the American Psychological Association, the Certified Board of Addictions Professionals of Florida, the Society for Human Resource Management, the American Payroll Association, Elderhostel, the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, the CFP Board of Standards, the American Society for Quality, and the Certified Senior Advisor Board.

For more information contact Susan Leff at (305) 899- 3301 or 800-756-6000 extension 3320 or
  e-mail sleff@mail.barry.edu