Stockholm to Miami Flights

  About Stockholm 

The Scandinavian city of Stockholm is the capital of the country, Sweden. Located on the coast touching the Baltic Sea, Stockholm is part of the archipelago which also connects the city to 14 more islands. The islands are brilliantly connected with more than 50 bridges. The city of Stockholm is a known political, cultural, economic and media hub of Sweden. In fact, over the years, they have also found prominence to contribute to the climate change movement with staunch leaders and innovative methods. The city thrives with lively streets, nightlife and food establishments.

Best time to visit Stockholm

As a Scandinavian city, the summers in Stockholm are pleasant and alluring. The city witnesses cold winters almost throughout the year with summer temperatures reaching a maximum 22 degree Celsius. You can imagine how the place is cold for most of the year. The summers also mean a call for celebration for the locals, which brings about a massive crowd on the streets. Mid-July sees the hottest days in Stockholm and is quite pleasant, especially if you're travelling from a hot region. June to August is undoubtedly the best time to visit Stockholm as the city witnesses its summer peak. The temperatures might be hot for the locals, but to travellers, it is nothing short of pleasant. Summers do bring a surge in their hotel accommodations though. Even flight bookings to Stockholm turn expensive as the city springs up to life. During this season, there are many festivals celebrated in the city such as A Taste of Stockholm, Popaganda, Stockholm Pride and the most famous, Midsummer Festival. The festival takes place in the June month every year and brings all the Swedes together to create fancy wreaths, drink up to the heart's content under the bright sun and dance by around the maypole.

With skyrocketing hotel prices in Stockholm, the trip might get super expensive. However, if you can handle the winters or even the fall season in Stockholm, you should definitely opt to go between September to November. The brisk wind might give you chills, but the city is pleasant. In fact, flights to Stockholm during this season is quite cheap, as are the accommodations. You can book your hotel in Stockholm without having to worry about the exorbitant rates of the peak season. Plus, the city also celebrates Stockholm Beer and Whiskey Festival in these months, much like the rest of the world. If not Germany, you can ring in the OktoberFest right here in Stockholm. To snag the best of flight and hotel deals to Stockholm will need you to plan a trip in their winters. Despite the cold winters, the Christmas celebrations and a trip from the city to witness the Aurora Borealis views are some of the highlights. You can make the most of their snow and cool weather. Stockholm does close up early in winters because not many people step out and it might get a tad bit boring.

Places to visit in Stockholm

Stockholm is a haven for an urban tourist to relax and unwind. The whole vibe of the city is calm and composed, adding to one's need to escape from the noise. Some of the fun touristy things that you can do in the city are to visit Gamla Stan. It is basically an old neighbourhood which gave birth to Stockholm. The area is windy and has a lovely landscape that matches perfectly with the weather. You can take a trip to Djurgården island, which is located very close to the city. Just take up a ferry ride to the island and soak in all the traditional Swedish countryside without having to venture to the interiors. You should also check out Vasa Museum, Rosendals Garden, Fotografiska and the Royal Palace (also known as Kungliga Slottet). These places are classic tourist destinations. For the real fun in Stockholm, though, go for the outdoorsy activities.

Things to do in Stockholm 

As part of an archipelago, the Swedes of Stockholm are very much invested in sailing and cruising. You can actually take up a cruise ride to island-hop and check out the surroundings of Stockholm. You can further visit the Djurgården island and indulge in various activities such as biking, strolling, going on a picnic, visiting more than 21 museums and chilling at an amusement park. The air of Stockholm is so clean that you would want to settle forever to enjoy the tranquillity. Do not miss out on engaging in the city's nightlife. It certainly is a vibrant kind that would help you meet new people. The Swedes are really sweet and friendly people so on your way back from the city, you will have some beautiful memories to look back at.

Food and Restaurants in Stockholm

The city of Stockholm has international cuisine for all kinds of travellers. Thanks to the same, you wouldn't feel like you're stranded in a place where you cannot eat what you want. While they do have variety, it is recommended that you try the Swedish cuisine. Their cuisine mostly has meat and potato in abundance as well as proteins and starches. Basically, theirs is a wholesome food that is rich in proteins and starch. Stockholm also has a lot of focus on seafood as it is in proximity to the Baltic coast. With so much variety available in the Swedish cuisine alone, you wouldn't need to check out other international meals. From herring to Jansson's Temptation, you should try some of the traditional Swedish meals. In seafood, you could also give crayfish a try. They are popular, especially among the upper-class citizens and come at an expensive price. If you do wish to make some exorbitant indulgence, you should order for this scrumptious meal. While you're at it, do not miss out the marinated salmon which comes with dill potatoes as sides.

You should know that the Swedish love meatball and you will find many variations to the same. They make sure to add them in all their dishes from spaghetti to macaroni, the meatballs go with all. The side with their meals is always mashed potatoes, which only accentuate the flavours. Chives and sour cream also play a pivotal role in adding more colours and texture to the meal. Not just the spread of meals but even their desserts and savouries are lip-smacking. From the delectable cinnamon buns to the princess cake, these items would be the best way to round up wholesome dining experience. You should visit Frantzen, Gastrologik, Tapas 28, Glashuset, Stockholms Gastabud and Agrikultur, to name a few. These places serve the best meals, and they also have an amazing service. You will be happy with the way the Swedes treat their customers. Since they are soft-spoken people, to begin with, they often have a very polite way of communicating with people.

How to reach Stockholm (Transportation)

Flight connectivity to Stockholm from India is quite decent as there are many available airlines offering services. However, there are no direct flights to Sweden, and often, you will need to either deal with extended layovers or will have to run for connecting flights in foreign airports. There are a few airlines such as Turkish Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, Etihad Airways, Emirates, Finnair, Vistara, Lufthansa, that have regular flights connecting with Stockholm. You will be met with at least one layover or require to opt for one connecting flight from international cities to Stockholm. As a Scandinavian country, much of the international route to Stockholm is via Europe. A majority of the flights to Stockholm actually require you to take a connecting flight from European countries. Out of these, the most popular route to Stockholm is from Germany, Munich and Frankfurt, to be specific. There are stops at Helsinki and Zurich as well, however, those require changing of multiple flights as opposed to the one you can get from the German cities. It takes approximately 11 hours to 14 hours to travel from Mumbai to Stockholm.

You should make note of applying for a Transit Schengen Visa when travelling to Stockholm from Mumbai. The visa basically gives you permission to enter the Schengen territory, basically to wait at the airports and change flights. The visa only allows you to be in the airport premise and you cannot step outside to the main city. If you've chosen the international route to Stockholm from Germany or France, you will need a Transit Schengen Visa. The flight tickets to Stockholm from India are quite cheap and affordable. Even round trips would amount to a cheaper deal. It is recommended that you book round trip tickets to Stockholm. Also, you'll get bonus deals for booking your flight and hotels in Stockholm together. Various online flight deals also have accommodation offers. However, if you want to wing it and book a hostel or do couch-surfing, make sure to book these in advance. It would be essential for a traveller to make prior bookings for everything as it would only help reduce the cost of the trip. You will have enough kronas to splurge on sailing trips.

  About Miami

If there is one place that you can head to, any time of the year, for the perfect beachy holiday, it is Miami. The crazy parties, sunbathing at the beach, diverse cultures are only some of the things that attract tourists to Miami. Miami Beach is another destination that is extremely popular among tourists. You can go with your family or with your friends. Miami is a city that never sleeps, and you won't even notice time passing by when you are holidaying in Miami. You won't feel like leaving from the beach at all. Waking up to the wonderfully blue waters from your hotel room makes for the perfect vacation, don't you think? You will not get used to a view like this and will definitely want to come back for another holiday pretty soon.

Best Time to Visit Miami

Summer is one of the most popular seasons to visit Miami, even though the city does welcome tourists all year round. There are quite a few parties and events hosted in the city throughout the year, which also leads to a spike in hotel rates and flight tickets to Miami. However, if you are keen on partying till sunrise and hitting the beach every now and then, this is worth every penny spent. Spring is also a popular season to visit Miami and has a lot of teenagers turning it into a crazy party destination, thanks to the Spring break. June to August is summer in Miami, and the temperature ranges from 23 to 32 degree Celsius. There are quite a few events and festivals in all of these months like the American Black Film Festival in June, Florida Supercon in July and Coconut Grove Food and Wine Festival in August. If you are planning to hit the Miami beach, make sure you carry loads of sunscreen because you will want to take a dip in the ocean quite frequently. However, this is also the start of Atlantic's hurricane season so make sure that you are prepared to face the humid temperatures.

September to November is the autumn season, and the city sees a dip in the number of tourists since there are frequent showers and the threat of hurricanes hitting the city. It will be a lot of gambles to plan a trip to Miami during the autumn season. However, if you are still keen on hitting the Miami beach during this time, you can catch the South Beach Seafood Week in October and the White Party Week in November. Not to mention, there is also a BK Beach Run event that happens in October. The temperature ranges from 22 to 31 degree Celsius. However, it does drop considerably in November.

The city experiences winter from December to February. The temperature ranges from 15 to 26 degree Celsius, and this is a very pleasant time to hit the beach. You will see a minimal crowd and can enjoy your solitude at the beach though you must book your hotel in Miami at least four months in advance since the hotel prices start increasing. It will get difficult to find something decent in your budget at the last moment.

March to May is the most popular time to head to Miami. The temperature ranges from 17 to 30 degree Celsius. Since it is Spring season, you will see a lot of young crowds, mostly at the beach to celebrate Spring break. There are quite a lot of events to attend during this season, too. You can attend the Miami International Film Festival in March, Miami Beach Pride in March or April and the Miami Fashion Week in May or June. However, since it is also a popular tourist season, especially among youngsters, you might want to check for your flight and hotel availability in advance.

Places to Visit in Miami

Put on your fanciest bikini and head to the Miami beach. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Miami and also one of the main reasons why tourists plan a trip to the city. There are long stretches of pristine and tranquil beaches that you will not get over at all. The South Beach is another one of the famous beaches in Miami that a lot of people head to. If you are travelling with your family, you can also visit the Miami Zoo that is home to approximately 3000 animals and 500 different species. One of the specialities of the zoo is that it has created a natural habitat for the animals to move around freely instead of caging them. Make sure you are all set for a long walk since the zoo is quite big. You will also find a lot of water fountains in the zoo and play areas for the kids.

The Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is yet another popular tourist that you can visit. It used to be a winter home of industrialist, James Deering and is a blend of European and Italian Renaissance style architecture. You will love the gardens and the outdoor area here. Bayside Marketplace is one of the most popular shopping areas in Miami. Located on the Miami waterfront, you will find a lot of unique shops here and a lot of souvenirs to take back home, too. Bayfront Park is another wonderful place to go to that has a lot of sculptures and monuments spread across 32 acres of space. It is a famous place to host musical performances since it also has an amphitheatre and makes for a great place to take pictures. Make sure you also head to Wynwood to catch the beautiful wall arts. You will find a lot of graffiti paintings on the walls here that make it a spot you must visit in Miami. Little Havana is in the Cuban district of Miami and is known for its cultural scene. You will find a lot of restaurants and food stalls here, in addition to Latin music. You can also attend the Calle Ocho Festival in March that celebrates the Cuban culture.

Things to do in Miami

Since Miami Beach is one of the main highlights of the city, you can try a bunch of beach activities here like swimming, paddle surfing or even take a speed boat tour. You can also try deep-sea fishing in Miami. Since it is a hot party destination, you can also experience the crazy nightlife here. The food and cocktail in Miami are to die for, and you will simply love it. Take a walking tour of the Art Deco Museum and make sure you also hire a guide for this one. You can challenge your photography skills at the Wynwood Walls, and we are certain the pictures here will get you loads of likes and followers on social media.

Food and Restaurants in Miami

It is not difficult to find your favourite type of cuisine in Miami. Be it Japanese food or Cuban cuisines, and you will find everything here. Owing to its proximity to the ocean, seafood is also a speciality here. You can head over to Garcia's Seafood Grille and Fish Market for sustainable seafood. You can also try Versailles Restaurant for authentic Cuban cuisine or Chef Creole's at Little Haiti for Caribbean food. You can also head to House of Food Porn for sushi and other kinds of Japanese food. La Mar by Gaston Acurio at Mandarin Oriental, is another restaurant that is recommended by food experts. Aromas del Peru serves the best Peruvian food in Miami. You can also try Cuban and Spanish food at El Mago de las Fritas. Head over to Lagniappe for a glass of wine. It has an impressive menu of different types of wine that you can choose from.

How to reach Miami (Transportation)

The Miami International Airport is about 16 km away from Downtown Miami. The flight connectivity to Miami from India is excellent. However, be prepared for tedious hours of flights and more than one layover. Though there are flights to Miami that only have layovers in one city, the duration is close to 22 hours. It is not very easy to get cheap flight tickets to Miami from India, so make sure you plan and book it way in advance. It is also advisable to book your hotel in Miami well in advance to avoid any inconveniences. Layovers at London, New York and Istanbul are some of the popular routes to Miami via air. Miami airport is well-equipped with lounges, shopping arenas, restaurants, cafe, WiFi, smoking rooms, children's area and prayer area. You will not get bored at all if you are waiting to board your flight. With so many options to dine in and sip a coffee, Miami airport makes sure that it stands out. Not to mention, you will also get a taxi and other transport services from the airport quite easily. The airport also has art exhibitions for passengers. The airport has specific exits and areas for pets and service animals.