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‘90s Neon Cosmic Carnival Takes to the Streets for This Year’s Key West Fantasy Fest

‘90s Neon Cosmic Carnival Takes to the Streets for This Year’s Key West Fantasy Fest

27 August 2024 Press Release Travel Events News Tourism News

Visitors to the Florida Keys and Key West are being invited to celebrate 1990s flashbacks and carnivalesque pageantry during Key West’s annual Fantasy Fest, set for 18th – 27th October. The internationally renowned costuming and masking festival will feature masquerade parties, costume competitions, street fairs, performance art, glamorous galas and an over-the-top grand parade as well as the ever-popular Zombie Bike Ride and Pet Masquerade.

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Flag Luxury Group Announce InterContinental Orlando, Set to Open in 2028

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Flag Luxury Group Announce InterContinental Orlando, Set to Open in 2028

25 August 2024 Press Release Hotel News

IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, has announced the signing of a new InterContinental Hotels & Resorts property in Orlando, Fla. Developed in partnership with owner Flag Luxury Group and Unicorp National Developments, InterContinental Orlando will welcome guests with elevated amenities and culturally rich experiences that exemplify the InterContinental brand’s evolution while providing insider expertise to all the destination has to offer. The hotel is set to open in 2028.

New Lead for Florida Keys & Key West Tourism Organisation

New Lead for Florida Keys & Key West Tourism Organisation

16 August 2024 Press Release Tourism News

Kara Franker has been named as the new president and chief executive officer for Visit Florida Keys, the destination management body for the Monroe County Tourist Development Council (TDC) in Florida, USA. Chosen after a US nationwide search that yielded four finalists, Franker has been chief executive officer of Colorado’s Visit Estes Park since 2021. She is scheduled to begin her new position in the Keys on 9th September.

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Selected by Westcourt as the Hotel Partner for Downtown Orlando

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Selected by Westcourt as the Hotel Partner for Downtown Orlando

10 August 2024 Press Release Hotel News

Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts’ fast-growing luxury and lifestyle portfolio, announces a new partnership with JMA Ventures and Machete Group to develop the boutique luxury brand’s first location in Orlando. The new hotel will be located adjacent to the Kia Center arena, as part of Westcourt’s new mixed-use sports and entertainment development that will offer a variety of expansive experiences for visitors and locals alike.

Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority Invites Travelers to Savor Summer

Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority Invites Travelers to Savor Summer

3 August 2024 Press Release Tourism News

With summer in full swing, Miami Beach continues to offer new experiences for travelers to discover in the month of August.  From candlelit musical concerts to decadent, multi- course menus at notable restaurants to cultural wonders and exhibitions, visitors can easily expand their travel horizons this season and enjoy signature savings on hotel stays.  The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) has recently introduced a number of resources to help make planning seamless.

‘Dine Out Lauderdale’ Returns with Unbeatable Flavors from August 1 to September 30

‘Dine Out Lauderdale’ Returns with Unbeatable Flavors from August 1 to September 30

2 August 2024 Press Release Travel Events News Tourism News

Prepare to indulge your tastebuds with the return of Visit Lauderdale’s “Dine Out Lauderdale” restaurant months. This gastronomic extravaganza invites food enthusiasts to savor the best of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s vibrant dining scene with specially crafted menus at unbeatable prices. From August 1 to September 30, over 150 restaurants throughout the destination will feature menus at $35, $45, $55 or a luxe option for $75 to please every palate.

Museum of Ice Cream Returns to Miami With A New Permanent Location at Miami Worldcenter

Museum of Ice Cream Returns to Miami With A New Permanent Location at Miami Worldcenter

Get ready, Miami! Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC), a global experiential brand known for its immersive, multi-sensory experiums inspired by ice cream, is making a sweet return to the Magic City on September 6 with a new permanent location where interactive museum meets playground at Miami Worldcenter in Downtown Miami. Tickets are now on sale online.

Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority Takes Travelers Beyond the Beach This Season

Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority Takes Travelers Beyond the Beach This Season

17 July 2024 Press Release Tourism News Organisations & Operators

The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) is giving travelers and beach-goers the tools they need to effortlessly go beyond the beach and make future plans through immersive technology. The new EXP Miami Beach Tours App, now available on Apple and Google, EXP Miami Beach Tours (EXPMiamiBeach.Tours), serves as an extension of the Experience Miami Beach App, a guide for sunseekers that delivers insider takes on the best ways to experience Miami Beach.  EXP Miami Beach Tours App users can choose from a selection of curated itineraries including video and visual highlights and pins that allow travelers to self-guide their own day, weekend or week on Miami Beach.

Miami Beach Prepares to Welcome Returning Events and Debut Experiences in May

Miami Beach Prepares to Welcome Returning Events and Debut Experiences in May

Miami Beach is set to host a variety of returning and new events in May, all developed to bring the community and visitors experiences set amongst a world-famous landscape. The Hyundai Air & Sea Show will return over Memorial Day Weekend to present “The Greatest Show Above Earth,” taking over the shores of Miami Beach on May 25th and 26th from noon to 6 p.m.