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Renee's Miami Blog May 2006 Archive

By Renee Chapple, About.com Guide to Miami since 2002

2006 Hurricane Names

Wednesday May 31, 2006
Hurricane season is here again! The 2006 tropical storm season officially kicks off on June 1st. Have you ever wondered about the system used for naming hurricanes? Where ... Read More

Cost of Living and Wages in Miami

Sunday May 28, 2006
We all know that a dollar earned in Miami is worth more than a dollar earned in New York but less than a dollar earned in Sioux Falls, SD. Do ... Read More

Spring Allergies in Miami

Sunday May 28, 2006
Spring brings a number of pleasant feelings to mind – spring flowers, the rainy season and the nearing of summer vacation. However, for thousands of Miami residents, it also brings ... Read More

Naming Hurricanes

Sunday May 28, 2006
Have you ever wondered about the system used for naming hurricanes? Where did those names come from, anyway? Will we have to suffer through another "Hurricane Andrew"? The system is ... Read More

Top Things to do in Miami

Sunday May 28, 2006
Miami's full of great tourist destinations for visitors and residents alike! This list presents ten great tourist destinations in our region. Image Courtesy National Park Service

John Pennekamp State Park

Sunday May 21, 2006
As the nation’s first underwater park, John Pennekamp allows visitors to experience a Jacques Cousteau-like world within a short drive from downtown Miami. The park is largely underwater, located within ... Read More

South Beach Weekend Getaway

Sunday May 21, 2006
Living in Miami, it's sometimes easy to lose sight of all our beautiful city has to offer. When you need a quick vacation, don't forget that South Beach is close ... Read More

Starting a Business in Miami

Sunday May 21, 2006
If you're tired of the rat race and ready to hang out your own shingle, Miami-Dade county offers excellent opportunities for new and expanding businesses. Miami's a tourism hotbed -- ... Read More

Miami Drivers Rudest in America

Tuesday May 16, 2006
Miami recently earned the dubious distinction of being voted the home of the rudest drivers in America. The AutoVantage “In The Driver’s Seat” Road Rage study ranked the driving habits ... Read More

Florida's Top Hospitals

Monday May 15, 2006
Each year, U.S. News and World Report ranks America’s Best Hospitals. The most recent study, conducted in 2005, found a number of Florida hospitals among the best in the nation ... Read More

Top Florida Baby Names

Sunday May 14, 2006
Each year, the Social Security Administration releases the top baby names for boys and girls in each state of the union as a Mother's Day tradition. Here's a look at ... Read More

Sergio's Family Restaurant

Sunday May 14, 2006
Sergio's offers some of the best Cuban food this side of the Florida Straits! Originally founded as a sandwich stand on SW 40th Street, Sergio's now boasts four locations ... Read More

Starting a Business in Miami

Sunday May 14, 2006
If you're tired of the rat race and ready to hang out your own shingle, Miami-Dade county offers excellent opportunities for new and expanding businesses. Miami's a tourism hotbed -- ... Read More

Top 5 Weekend Getaways from Miami

Sunday May 7, 2006
We all need to get away. With today's fast-paced lifestyle, it's often difficult to get out of town for a traditional lengthy vacation. We're often reduced to trying to cram ... Read More

Hurricane Season Returns!

Sunday May 7, 2006
Hurricane season is almost upon us again! We all worry about the damage a hurricane can do, and it helps to be prepared in advance of the storm. While you ... Read More

Restaurant Review: The Palm

Sunday May 7, 2006
The Palm offers everything a good steakhouse should: deliciously tender cuts of meat, filling sides, wonderful, fresh salads and dressings (the bleu cheese is to die for!), and desserts that ... Read More

How to Get a Miami Marriage License

Sunday May 7, 2006
If you're starting to think about that spring wedding, one of the less fun steps is getting a marriage license. The license must be given to the person officiating the ... Read More

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