Miami News
International visitors fuel demand for Miami tourism
The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau has announced today a record-breaking $26 billion in expenditures by overnight visitors to the destination in 2017, representing a 2.1 per cent increase over the previous year.
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Norwegian Cruise Line breaks ground on new PortMiami terminal
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings has celebrated the ground-breaking of the new and dedicated Norwegian Cruise Line terminal at PortMiami. The Miami-Dade County board of commissioners approved the project on April 10th, with construction beginning on May 1st.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Monkitail, Miami
Monkitail sees celebrity chef Michael Schulson bring his modern Japanese fare to Hollywood with the opening his seventh restaurant. Here Adam Coulter visits to sample the chef’s tasting menu for Breaking Travel News
Steve Adkins, board member, Miami Beach Visitor & Convention Authority
Breaking Travel News talks to Miami Beach Visitor & Convention Authority board member Steve Adkins as the organisation is recognised with the title of World’s Leading City Tourist Board by the World Travel Awards. With the destination having endured a tumultuous year, he also tells us tourism continues to be a source of strength for the city.
Hotel Beaux Arts Miami launches Bauhaus-inspired cocktail programme
Hotel Beaux Arts Miami, an intimate 44-room boutique hotel nestled above the hustle and bustle of Downtown Miami and a recent addition to Marriott’s Autograph Collection of hotels, has launched the Bauhaus Cocktail Program to showcase technique and the art of cocktail design.
Miami International Airport closed as Hurricane Irma approaches
All flights at Miami International Airport have been cancelled until further notice. No flights are expected to depart before Monday at the earliest as Miami, and Florida, prepare for the impact of Hurricane Irma.
Aer Lingus flies into Miami for new year-round route
Aer Lingus’ inaugural service direct to Miami, Florida, has taken off from Dublin Airport. Flight EI141 operated by an Airbus A330-200 series is the first ever scheduled service between Ireland and Miami, Florida.
Iberostar Berkeley opens in Miami as brand continues North America expansion
Iberostar Hotels & Resorts has opened the doors of its second US hotel in Miami Beach, Florida. The historic building, now renamed Iberostar Berkeley, was fully renovated under a $43 million investment and is situated at 1610 Collins Avenue, right at the heart of South Beach.
Butz takes over leadership of The Confidante, Miami
Keith Butz has been appointed general manager of The Confidante Miami Beach, effective immediately. In his new position, he oversees the day-to-day operations at one of Miami Beach’s most playful, yet sophisticated hotels.
Hotel Beaux Arts joins Autograph Collection
Hotel Beaux Arts has announced it will join Autograph Collection Hotels, the diverse portfolio of more than one hundred independent hotels around the world that connote vision, design and craft.
YAKU by La Mar to open at Mandarin Oriental, Miami
La Mar by Gastón Acurio, located at Mandarin Oriental, Miami, is set to open YAKU by La Mar, a waterfront bar and lounge.
Marriott Stanton South Beach set for US$15m overhaul
Key International has announced a $15 million renovation plan for its Marriott Stanton South Beach property. This news follows the completion of initial upgrades – the January 2017 opening of Baja-inspired Mexican eatery Lolos Surf Cantina – and will succeed with a multitude of new amenities and enhancements.