In this vibrant lighthearted place, indulging your senses is a breeze. The celebratory spirit and cultural diversity are apparent in the mouth watering food, vibrant artwork, upbeat music, atmosphere, and traditions. Oh, and it’s gorgeous, too.
The climate is ideal. Tall palm trees stand silhouetted against bright blue skies, and soft warm sandy beaches stretch for miles, lapped by aquamarine tides.
Those who get to experience it can’t help but take a look at the beautiful surroundings, smiles of friendly people all around and think, life is good.
Bienvenidos a Miami.
If you’re heading here for work, we’ve got some tips on how to find and make the most of living in corporate housing or a short-term rental.
Your Housing Search: Where to Begin?
Though the city itself may seem large, it’s not. Covering only 55-square miles it’s almost one-sixth the size of New York City.
Known as “Magic City,” Miami has some of the highest concentrations of international banks in the United States. It welcomes over 50 million tourists annually, and is the main hub for Spanish speaking media and telecommunications in the USA.
As far as business sectors go, each of Miami’s main neighborhoods houses different industries, and those who work in those particular fields tend to live within the vicinity.
Knowing where you’ll be working is key when beginning your housing search. Here’s a great article from Travelers Haven that goes into more detail including location, types of corporate housing, and more.
Find the Perfect Space
Granted, when you’re not at work, you’ll probably want to spend most of your free time exploring. Walking barefoot down the many beaches, or stopping in at your local coffee shop to supercharge your day with Cuban coffee.
Making the most out of corporate housing means being clear on what your needs are.
Do you require:
- A gym
- Onsite washer and dryer
- A pet friendly place
- A large multi-bedroom home or studio apartment
- Parking space
- A specific location
Listing your needs helps narrow down the search, so you can land exactly what you’re looking for.
If the prospect of searching on your own is overwhelming, there are companies you can use to help you.
Travelers Haven is one who offers this service for free. They know the area, and are able to find you the best option at your budget, in your desired location. Their wide range of properties are fully-furnished, and there’s even an option to have the space customized – furnished to suit your style aesthetic and preference – so it feels even more like home.
Make it a Home
Once you’ve found your spot, it’s time for the fun part! it’s time to settle in and make it yours.
Here are some easy ways to make the space feel homey:
1. Move In
When you arrive, unpack your bags. Fold your clothes and put them neatly in drawers. Since it’s Miami, you won’t have bulky coats to hang up, just hang the nicer clothing you don’t want wrinkled.
2. Snoop Around
Familiarize yourself with the space, the pots and pans, fresh towels and linens, cleaning supplies, all of it.
Really snoop around.
Get to know the neighborhood as well. Walking is an excellent way to take it all in, check out the restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and live music venues.
3. Stock the Kitchen
If you love to cook, go grocery shopping and stock up on all the essentials. Nothing makes a house feel like a home faster than cooking one of your favorite meals, listening to some chill music as you sip a little wine…
4. Make it Yours
If you love plants, or the space seems a little stark and you’d like to warm it up, the Miami climate has got your back. Plants thrive here, so have fun! If you’ve felt intimidated by keeping greenery alive before, now’s your chance.
You can also set up framed pictures of loved ones, and get some throw pillows and a cozy blanket.
Even though you’re not going to be here permanently, there’s no reason why it can’t feel like home while you’re there.
5. Try Something New
Relocating gives you the perfect reset opportunity. If there’s something you want to do or learn, incorporating it into your routine upon arrival is a great way to make it stick. Take a class; learn to play guitar. Take up watercolor painting or get some cooking instruction.
Use your free time to immerse yourself in the community. Take full advantage of this unique opportunity in this one-of-a-kind place.
Conclusion:
Honestly, integrating into Miami culture is easy. The locals are friendly and welcoming, the vibe chill and laid back. With all this going for it, it won’t take long before you’ll feel right at home.
