My wife and I are going on a cruise and need to stay overnight on 04/17/04 in Miami. I have never used hotwire or priceline and I am trying to figure out how to go about staying in a nice place for the night. I would to stay somewhere near the pier but also near a nice beach if that is possible. Does anyone have any suggestions. Also when we return we are staying another night and have all day Sunday and most of Monday to sight see but we won't be renting a car. So if anyone has any suggestions for that night I would appreciate that also. Our flight leaves out of Ft. Lauderdale so we can stay in either Miami or Ft. Lauderdale, which ever has the best hotel with beach access. Lastly for all of you that have been to the area can you tell me where the best beach is. We plan to spend most of our time just kicking back on the beach. Thank you all for your help.