Sunny Florida's prime jewel Miami is truly a paradise for sports lovers! The city's excellent climate affords fun and games through the year. Sportsmen and women of all ages are drawn to the sunny Miami shores for some amazing water sports and world class golfing opportunities. Not to mention the city's high tension games at college and professional levels.



For football fans, there are the Miami Dolphins, a venerable program that allows stars of different calibers to shine on the field and off it as well. What better way to spend time with family and friends than a day at the football stadium enjoying some prime time action.

One thing that awaits all the baseball fans is the Florida Marlin team. Winners of the 2003 World Series Championship, they have an excellent sporting record and happen to be clear winners with the fans. Spring is the season when you can actually follow these stars, as this is the season when their training takes place until the fall when they have to start competing. And you couldn't have asked for a venue better than the diamond on the East Coast.

The Miami affiliate of the NBA (National Basketball Association) is the Miami Heat. It boasts of some of the most capable players of the NBA. Their home court is the state of the art American Airlines Arena, which visitors flock to in order to cheer their team.

Race fans especially love Miami, as the nearby Homestead Miami Speedway is home to a heart pumping Nextel Cup race. Recently renovated with an extra 20 degrees of banking added to the track, its no wonder why Homestead is a fan and driver favorite as this traditional sport heads back to Florida.

For Golfers, Miami offers an abundance of golf courses suitable for every level of competition, ranging from amateurs to professionals. You can use your Miami vacation to hit the links and hone your golfing skills or to teach a budding young golfer in the family some tricks and tips of the game.

Sport fishers flock to Miami's warm waters each year to try their hand at catching the big one! You can purchase a fishing license through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission website before your visit to ensure you are properly documented for your fishing excursion. Fishing enthusiasts of all ages take advantage of Miami's deep waters teeming with fish of all sizes and types. From massive marlins to delicious dolphins, you will catch your fill in Miami.

Another great way to enjoy the crystal clear waters of Miami and its amazing ocean life is to snorkel or scuba dive. You can enjoy other water sports like wake boarding or water skiing. In good wind conditions, even wind surfing or kite boarding can be enjoyed. Miami is sure to offer a treat, whatever your sport interest may be.