A longtime hotspot on Florida's Atlantic Coast, Miami Beach is known for its white sand, numerous festivals, and party atmosphere. Take your pick of Miami Beach apartments, and treat yourself to a long weekend or an entire week in this fun-filled beach destination.

Miami Beach enjoys a tropical monsoon climate with steamy summers and relatively mild winters. Visit during the summer for temperatures approaching 90 degrees and an average of 12 to 14 rainy days each month. Spring and fall are slightly more moderate, with temperatures in the low 80s and drier skies. The winter months are positively pleasant here, with temperatures in the low 70s and the summer thunderstorms a distant memory. If you plan to visit any time in the summer or fall, keep in mind that Miami Beach is susceptible to the Atlantic hurricane season. Be sure to monitor the weather forecast so you don't encounter any stormy surprises.

If you're traveling to Miami Beach from elsewhere in Florida, you'll find the city easy to reach from Interstate 95 and Highway A1A. For those traveling from afar, Miami Beach is just a short drive or taxi ride from Miami International Airport or Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood International Airport. In town, leave your car behind to save yourself the hassle of limited and expensive parking. Instead, get to know the South Beach area, where most Miami Beach apartments are located, by exploring on foot or by bike. If you prefer two wheels, getting started with Miami Beach's bike share program is easy and convenient.

Hit the beach, and make your way to South Beach, also known as the American Riviera. Here you can swim, soak up the sun, people watch, shop, and stroll along famous Ocean Drive. For a quieter beach experience, go to Haulover Beach, a laid-back and clothing-optional stretch of sand. Delve into Miami Beach's legendary Art Deco history with a tour. Grab a map and take an informal self-guided tour, or sign up for a professional tour from the Miami Design Preservation League and learn even more. To see some of the best art in Miami Beach, visit the Bass Museum of Art, which has permanent and rotating exhibitions that cover art from the Renaissance to the present day.

Miami Beach is best known for its music and cultural festivals, which happen all year round. March brings perhaps the largest and most celebrated festival, the Winter Music Conference. Though it might not sound like much, this is a premier event for the electronic dance music (EDM) industry and draws over 100,000 attendees from more than 70 countries around the world. From concerts to workshops to dance parties to dance competitions, this is the place to be for EDM enthusiasts. Go global with the Heineken TransAtlantic Festival, which highlights music from all over the Atlantic. You'll hear music from Europe, the United States' Atlantic Coast, the Caribbean, Brazil, and more. In the summer, put Colors of the Caribbean on your calendar and experience the music, food, and art from these island nations.