Travel Agent Academy Helps You Focus on Florida at a Crucial Time

As the beach communities of southwestern Florida begin building back, keep in mind that many beautiful regions of the Sunshine State escaped the ravages of the hurricane -- and that by sending your clients there, you are helping in the state's recovery. One great example among the many Florida destinations showcased at Travel Agent Academy is Sunny Isles Beach, a relaxing haven of green parks, sprawling beaches and elegant resorts north of Miami. Read on to learn how this spot of serenity located on the edge of energetic Greater Miami may very well offer the vacation your clients are seeking.

Wedged in between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, Sunny Isles Beach has an interesting mix of soaring hotels and low-rise resorts interspersed among parks, athletic fields, public gathering places and a scenic avenue home to restaurants of every kind. There's a cosmopolitan, international dimension to the population, but the overall atmosphere is that of a laidback hometown, perhaps best represented by the city's iconic fishing pier.

The shoreline of the Atlantic Ocean makes for lovely settings, and many resorts offer water views from nearly every room and are either right on the beach or very close by. The accommodation options themselves range from moderately priced to high luxury, offering everything from a grotto-style pool complex to air-conditioned beach cabanas to highly acclaimed restaurants.

Along the Atlantic Ocean, Sunny Isles Beach unfolds in a wide stretch of white sand, with over 20 public access points off the main thoroughfare of Collins Avenue. Visitors staying in the resorts and hotels are never more than a few minutes on foot from the beach. Here your clients can usually find a volleyball game to join or a quiet spot to relax, feeling far removed from life's cares.

Samson Oceanfront Park is right on the beach offering lifeguard stations, a playground, volleyball courts, picnic tables and a concert area, while the Newport Fishing Pier is the key attraction in a beach park with showers, bike racks and community shuttle service -- along with a great spot for enjoying surf 'n turf and cocktails. Venturing inland just a bit will bring visitors to a variety of green expanses, from parks that encompass paths meandering along the Intracoastal Waterway to Oleta River State Park.

Kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding at Oleta River State Park, cycling on the palm tree-lined pathway along Collins Avenue, angling off Newport Fishing Pier, playing beach volleyball, and, of course, enjoying a host of water activities from snorkeling to jet skiing are just some of the ways your clients can spend their days. And for a break from all the outdoor activities, there's excellent shopping nearby and a cultural event is always around the corner.

While seafood and fresh produce can be found on many menus in Sunny Isles Beach, the city hosts an extraordinary variety of culinary styles, from Argentinian to Kosher to Thai to Ukrainian. And this food can often be enjoyed in stunning settings such as rooftop terraces or on casual patios, with handcrafted cocktails and craft beer in ample supply.

What helps make Sunny Isles Beach so relaxing is its variety of transportation options, including a free shuttle to points within the destination and surrounding areas. Meanwhile, Downtown Miami and South Beach are not far away should your clients desire a change of scenery!

The Sunny Isles Beach Miami Specialist Program will fill you in on all the details to help plan the perfect vacation for your clients. Especially useful is a map and guide to all the resorts and their key offerings, including amenities for beautiful weddings and successful business events. Go to TravelAgentAcademy.com to learn more!