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In the summer of 2020, travel experts anticipated the tourism industry to return to its full, robust self in three years. However, in the nearly year and a half that has passed since COVID-19 first impacted communities throughout the nation, it seems that Florida tourism is experiencing growth - again.

Located just ten minutes south of downtown Miami, Coconut Grove is one of Miami’s oldest neighborhoods. Founded in the 1870s, the neighborhood went through many changes and innovations, with a surge in city life in the 1960s through pop-ups of coffee houses, art galleries, and more. Now, the area is seeing a second resurgence as travelers from all over flock to the bohemian area known to locals as the Grove.

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival (CGAF) is officially returning during President's Day Weekend (February 19-21) in 2022! The popular arts festival is set to be bigger and better than ever before. Festival organizers have received a higher number of applicants than ever before, but they will continue to screen their process for allowing artists to show off their work. Want to get in on the fun? Book a South Florida vacation rental with SoFLA Vacations.

Coconut Grove has long been one of Miami's most popular neighborhoods. Its scenery, lush parks, fantastic dining, and lots of hidden gems make it a great vacation spot. It's Miami's most historic neighborhood, well known for tropical vibes. Banyan trees, palm trees, and live oaks line every street.

Family-owned Dauer Museum of Classic Cars finally opens up to the public after being kept a secret since 2001! The Museum sits on the west side of Sunrise, Fl, which is roughly a 40-minute drive from Downtown Miami. They opened to the public in 2020 but had to close due to the pandemic.

Ernest Hemingway, well known American author, took a particular liking to the Florida Keys and decided to call it home. Hemingway first visited the Keys after a trip to Paris in April of 1928 to pick up a brand new Ford Roadster that his wife, Pauline Hemingway's uncle, had bought for them as a wedding gift.

Along with the recently announced health-minded travel package, SoFLA Vacations is eager to join with local practices or doctors that may wish to provide their services to travelers visiting South Florida for medical tourism purposes.

This travel package includes rooms or condominium units with all facilities, transportation to all necessary medical appointments and procedures, a wheelchair and/or walker, delivery of groceries and/or prepared foods, and even sheet and liner sets for bedding. The perks will eventually expand to include medical visits from registered nurses and licensed doctors.

Florida is known for its highly-regarded beaches, yet there is so much more to it. Travelers may be missing out on an exciting, absorbing, and exhilarating adventure if they choose not to head beyond the sunny sands. In 2021, consider a couple of tips for getting to know South Florida.

Sonesta Coconut Grove is near Peacock Park and Kenneth M. Myers Bayside Park. Nestled in Miami, Sonesta has almost 200 guest rooms with a single or pair of bedrooms available. Most of these suites have balconies with stunning but peaceful views of Biscayne Bay, Coral Gables' picturesque area, and more.