Since Julia Tuttle advised Henry Flagler to extend his railroad south to what is now Miami, she is called the only woman to conceive an American city. She helped develop Miami into what it would later become. She bought 640 acres of land with her own money and developed it into what we now call Miami.
Miami, officially the City of Miami, is an American city that is the seat of Miami-Dade County, and is the cultural, economic and financial center of South Florida. The city covers an area of about 56 square miles (150 km2) between the Everglades to the west and Biscayne Bay to the east. Miami is the sixth most densely populated major city in the United States with an estimated 2018 population of 470,914.
The Miami metropolitan area is home to 6.1 million people, the second-most populous in the southeastern United States and the seventh-largest in the nation. The city has the third tallest skyline in the U.S. with over 300 high-rises, 55 of which exceed 490 ft (149 m).
Miami is a major center and leader in finance, commerce, culture, media, entertainment, the arts, and international trade. The metro area is by far the largest urban economy in Florida and the 12th largest in the United States, with a GDP of $344.9 billion as of 2017.
In 2018, Miami was classified as an Alpha level global city by the GaWC. In 2019, Miami ranked seventh in the United States and 31st among global cities in terms of business activity, human capital, information exchange, cultural experience, and political engagement.
According to a 2018 UBS study of 77 world cities, the city was ranked as the third-richest in the United States and the eighth-richest in the world in terms of purchasing power. Miami is nicknamed the “Capital of Latin America” and is the largest city with a Cuban-American plurality. It is not only the home of the Miami Heat but also the NFL Dolphins.
Additionally, Miami, with a 2016 estimated population of 453,579, “The Cruise Capital of the World”, has brought more smiles to families who have had the experience of going on a cruise, than most any other city. Take a cruise and see the joy it brings.
While you are there be sure to enjoy the many diverse communities that make up Miami-Dade County. The Cuban dishes have delighted many visitors. Connect with the Caribbean food, from the Jamaican restaurants. Don’t miss the Jerk Chicken with the peas and rice…It’s Good! The Haitian community brings it’s special dishes and culture as well.
The other diverse communities all make Miami very special. Together they stand eager to spread the joy and happiness that comes from living in Miami.
Many of these small businesses have partnered with The Mobile Stylists to support their communities. The Mobile Stylists would like to introduce you to some of these businesses and other companies who will give you a discount on products and services just for connecting with them.
It is no surprise that the local salons businesses have opened their hearts and businesses to welcome new customers. Now you get the benefit of this union. So connect with your local stylists on this list for goods and services.
We encourage you to continue to show your support for small business owners and the local merchants of Miami-Dade county as well as local residents and visitors. Connect with them right here.
