Art Basel is here! Find out how to get to the fairs and avoid traffic woes and high parking costs with our comprehensive guide to Art Basel free transportation. Miami on the Cheap has compiled a guide to getting to and from all the Art Week/Art Basel events for free or at low cost. Most of […]
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Discount tickets for Tamiami International Orchid Festival
Here is a deal for the Tamiami International Orchid Festival. The festival is January 17-19, 2020, at the Miami-Dade County Fair Expo in Miami. Dozens of orchid vendors are featured, and the festival includes lectures and arts and crafts. The deal is for 35 percent off two tickets, with an English- or Spanish-language version of […]
How to prepare for a hurricane (without spending too much)
South Floridians have learned the hard way to take hurricanes seriously. When we get complacent, another storm comes and reminds us of the importance of hurricane preparation and supplies. Irma, in 2017, was our latest reminder. You should take preparing for a hurricane seriously — but you shouldn’t buy a lot of things you’re never […]
Best places to live in South Florida
People moving to South Florida, or even longtime residents seeking a new neighborhood, have a lot of choices. Miami-Dade County has 34 cities, Broward County has 24 and Palm Beach County has 39, plus each county has unincorporated areas. And the larger cities have myriad and varied neighborhoods. So where do you move if you want an […]
7 great casual date ideas in Miami
You want to spend some time with your new love, your love of 20 years or that cool girl or guy you just met and want to see more of. Where do you go for a great date, where you can both have a wonderful time just being together? Yes, there are many more options […]
Cheap things to do with families this summer
It’s the middle of summer, and you’re running out of ideas for good family outings. Don’t despair. There are lots of great cheap things for families to do in Miami this summer. Just read our website every day. You can see free or cheap movies, enjoy beaches and water parks or take a day trip […]
Best Miami wedding venues
It’s spring, and perhaps your thoughts are turning not just to love but to marriage. When you find that special someone, you want to create a special party, too. Luckily for you, Miami has just the place to get married, at all price points. Many of Miami’s historic old mansions are now wedding venues. Gardens […]
The horrors of a real Miami winter
As every Floridian knows, when the temperatures plunge below 60, it’s time to complain, as well as dig out all those winter clothes we thought we didn’t need any more. Winter weather in South Florida is usually glorious, but when we do have the cold snaps we did last month, the rest of the Miami […]
New homeowner insurance uses partners to keep premiums low
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Kin is a new breed of homeowner’s insurance. Frustrated with how cumbersome the application process was, Kin’s founders set out to use data and technology to streamline not only the application process, but also more accurately assess risk. By reducing the burden on agents and going straight to the consumer, they’re able to cut overhead […]
8 new things to do in Miami in 2018
New Year’s resolutions are usually about serious things, such as saving more money, losing weight or getting more exercise. Let’s not forget to make some resolutions to enjoy life more. We shared with our friends at CubeSmart a list of eight new things that newcomers to Miami should experience this year. Even if you’re not […]
Craft classes for kids at Michaels
Arts and crafts supply store, Michaels, hosts a Kids Club craft project on certain Saturdays. A $2 fee reserves a spot for your creative kid (appropriate for ages 3 and older) and includes supplies. Classes usually last two hours. Note: Classes are limited in size and not all stores host the workshops, so it’s a good idea to check […]
