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Showing posts with label Florida. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Florida. Show all posts

Saturday, January 4, 2025

Miami, Florida

I have visited Miami many times, but this was the first time I saw Miami from a different angel- Far away from a cruise ship and when at sail away.

We boarded the ship in the afternoon.  I walked around on the deck and people were already play around the pool. There is another huge ship parked behind ours.  The biggest one I ever seen.

It's a sunny day in Miami, with blue sky and white clouds.  At one moment, the city was decorated with a full rainbow. The port is alive with activities, rows of cruise ships and container terminals, with cranes and trucks loading and unloading goods, a reminder of Miami's role as a global trade hub.

The turquoise waters of Biscayne Bay glimmer under the sun. Jet skis, sailboats, and yachts are at play.

The iconic Miami skyline stands tall with its sleek high-rises glinting in the golden sunlight.  This bustling city under the sun, decorated with rainbow, palm trees, lush trees, busy highway, quiet harbor, downtown skylines, evening rush hours with moving cars, the change of hue in the sky, luxurious sail boats, lights from the city and cars at rush hours.

It was time to sail away, the sun sinks lower, casting a warm, golden light that bathes the city and the ocean. The ship navigates the Government Cut channel, flanked by the dramatic views of South Pointe Park on one side and Fisher Island on the other.

As twilight sets in, the city's lights begin to sparkle. The skyline glows with neon signs, and the illuminated bridges connecting the city islands create a magical ambiance.




Monday, February 13, 2023

Tampa, Florida- (8) Hyde Park

Hayne Park is an upscale neighborhood located in Tampa, Florida that offers fine dining, shopping, and nightlife, as well as chic stores. The area features mini-parks, stylish neighborhoods, and a beautiful bayfront trail ideal for jogging and walking. Residents of Hyde Park here are avid supports of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the local American football team, which is evident from the team's flag proudly displayed in front of many homes. 

Friday, February 10, 2023

Tampa, Florida-(7) Ringling Museum -(iii) Ca' d'Zan

Overlooking the ocean on the waterfront sits the house that was once home to the circus king and his wife. Inspired by the Venetian Gothic style of palazzos along the Venice canals, Ca'd'Zan, meaning "House of John," was built to capture the essence of this style.

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Tampa, Florida-(6) Ringling Museum -(ii) The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art

The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art is an impressive structure designed in a stunning pink Renaissance style, featuring 31 galleries filled with captivating works of art. In addition to the art and circus museums, the museum's outside gardens and courtyard provide an equally delightful setting to explore. As an added bonus, admission is free on Mondays, making it an accessible destination for all. Here are a few photos we took during our visit, both inside the galleries and outside in the beautiful courtyard.