How to Pack for a Trip to Miami

The most tropical major city in the continental United States, Miami boasts fabulous hotels, celebrated restaurants and warm year-round temperatures. Whether you'll be strolling South Beach or tending to business, dress light in the summer and layer in the winter.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Carry-on Bags
• Garment Bags
• Luggage Sets
• Sunglasses
• Travel Clothes
• Sunscreen
• Backpacks
• Duffel Bags

1. Consider the time of year you'll be visiting Miami. February through April is sunnier and less humid. Late spring and summer bring intense heat and humidity, while hurricane-like conditions are common in September and October.

2. Pack shorts, sleeveless tops, short-sleeved shirts and sundresses in cotton or linen to brave the heat during warmer months. Sandals will keep your feet happy and cool.

3. Pack a swimsuit, a hat, sunscreen, sunglasses and a good book if your plans include a day at the beach or lounging poolside.

4. Bring a few sweaters and a light jacket to layer during the winter. Nighttime temperatures can dip into the 40s, so opt for long pants and long-sleeved shirts.

5. Take lightweight suits when hitting Miami on business. Although flashy, bright colors adorn casual wear here, suits tend to be in the traditional black, navy and gray.

6. Think fashion-forward and flashy for evening. Women dress to tantalize in tight-fitting miniskirts and snug dresses. Men stick to slacks and button-down shirts in flowing rayon or silk blends.

Tips & Warnings

• Bring a carry-on bag that includes everything you might need in case your luggage goes astray: a change of clothes, all medications, spare contact lenses or glasses, all forms of money and any important documents.
• Pack to accommodate your needs. Leave superfluous items at home.
• Always pack suits in a garment bag to avoid excess wrinkles and misshapen garments after your flight.

[miamimovers]

on 2/9/2009 Miami is usually warm but this year has been unusually cold. In fact I have had my Moving company in Miami for 10 years and this is the first time I can say we truly experienced a full blown winter. You definitely want to check the Miami weather forecast before heading down to Miami. No longer can the great Miami weather be taken for granted.

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[hagay2386]

on 5/8/2008 You are right.

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on 8/21/2006 Those are pretty much the two types of bags you take through MIA. So be prepared to have to live off of your carry-on for a few days. Pack what you will need plus some clothes.

on 11/22/2005 I have worked for a while in the music and club business in South Beach. Here are some tips to getting into the clubs here.

--If you are a guy, go to the club with more women than men -- it's easier to get in that way.

--Act confident but don't be a jerk and act like you're a celebrity because you're probably not.

--If you want to get in smoothly and quickly on the weekend nights, go early (10/11 p.m.) or very late (3/4 a.m.). In between these times is when the line gets very long.

--Visit and subscribe to cooljunkie.com. This is the web site that gives you discounts on clubs. Most of the clubs in Miami are affiliated with cooljunkie.

--Look good! Unfortunately (or fortunately), Miami is a very image-conscious place.

--Try to make friends with an club insider in Miami. Keep in touch with him/her even after you leave this city. This person could be key to getting you easily into clubs when you come back.

--DON'T visit Miami during the Winter Music Conference (held annually during March). This is a electronic music conference in which people from all over the world fly to Miami. Clubs are packed, chaotic and crazy. You will NOT be able to get in (unless maybe, you're willing to wait in line for hours).