Originally Posted by
Dont Travel Without Your Pete
You could also go to the Dolphin Mall (I think that's the one), there is a shuttle right outside and it's not far. Plenty for the kids as well.
Shuttle is not hourly and it will take 45 minutes to an hour to get there as it stops at hotels along the 12 mile route on local streets.
As the Bahamas' flights clear customs in the Bahamas, you will arrive as if you are on a domestic flight. They recently opened a kids play area called
Plane Fun located in Concourse E by Gate E5. See link below:
http://www.miami-airport.com/planefun.asp
Also, there are a few casinos near the airport (you said family, but did not mention if kids are involved).
Finally, if you are into Football, you can always hang out at one of the bar/restaurants and watch the NFL action.