Miami lies in Florida on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It is one of the richest cities in the United States as well as an important cultural, financial and commercial center. The city center is dominated by elegant skyscrapers, which are home to banks and corporations. The port of Miami is known as the “Cruise Capital of the World”. It handles enormous cruise and cargo ships. Numerous luxurious charter yachts and modern motorboats are moored in the marina. The marina overlooks the downtown which is nicely illuminated at night.