August 12, 2019
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MIAMI-Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau
 
 
Monday
12 AUGUST 2019
 
 
Today: 85° F/30° C
Surf: 78° F/25° C
 
 
 
WHAT'S HAPPENING
 
 
WHAT'S HAPPENING
 
 
Record PortMiami Passengers for June 2019
 
During June 2019, cruise passengers through PortMiami increased by +16.5% compared to the previous year. Growth is due in part to the addition of new ships offering year-round service and the extensive cruise options offered by PortMiami.
 
 
Record PortMiami Passengers:
 
June 2019 June 2018 January-
December 2018
487,389 418,495 +16.5%
 
 
 
INDUSTRY NEWS
 
 
INDUSTRY NEWS
 
 
GMCVB President & CEO Participates in ASAE Annual Meeting & Exposition
 
William D. Talbert III, CDME, GMCVB President & CEO, is among the attendees at this year’s ASAE Annual Meeting in Exposition, August 10-13 in Columbus, OH USA. Mr. Talbert is on hand to sell and promote Greater Miami and the Beaches to the association industry.
 
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What’s New? The newly reimagined What’s Happening Newsletter is “what’s new”!
 
The GMCVB is proud to present the newly redesigned What’s Happening Newsletter providing you with a fresher, more user-friendly experience. The new What’s Happening Newsletter is choc-full of Travel Industry Updates and will provide you with the most newsworthy updates on behalf of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau and the local travel industry. Editor, William D. Talbert III, CDME, GMCVB President & CEO - welcomes your feedback on the What’s Happening Newsletter design. Send us your thoughts to whfeedback@gmcvb.com.
 
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GMCVB Convention Sales Manager Honored with Black Meetings & Tourism Magazine’s Annual APEX Distinguished Service Award
 
Black Meetings & Tourism Magazine selected Joe McCray, GMCVB Convention Sales Manager, to receive the BM&T Annual APEX Distinguished Service Award, which is presented to individuals who have made outstanding contributions in their particular fields of endeavor that have positively impacted the travel industry.
 
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Inaugural Miami Beach Pop Festival Set for November 8-10, 2019
 
Mark your calendars for Veteran’s Day Weekend November 8-10, as the first Miami Beach Pop Festival promises to dazzle with incredible live entertainment and programming. For more information, please click here.
 
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GMCVB UPDATES
 
 
GMCVB UPDATES
 
 
FY 2019 Metrics Exceeding Expectations
 
As we get ready to close out the year, our advertising programs are still performing stronger than ever. From October through June, advertising impressions are up 56% over last year, with a 50% increase in click-thru rate and a 13% increase in hotel bookings.
 
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GMCVB Participates in National LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce Conference
 
GMCVB Director of LGBTQ Marketing Dan Rios will be promoting the destination at the National Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce’s (NGLCC) International Business & Leadership Conference August 13-16 in Tampa, FL USA.
 
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GMCVB Travel Industry Sales Team Sells Greater Miami During Brazil Sales Mission
 
GMCVB Travel Industry Sales Director for USA (Northeast & Midwest), Canada & Latin America Joe Docal will lead a delegation of GMCVB Partners on a multi-city sales mission to Brazil, August 12-16.
 
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Save the Date! GMCVB Annual Meeting Set for October 17, 2019
 
The 2019 GMCVB Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, October 17 at the Hilton Blue Lagoon. Registration coming soon. Sponsorship opportunities available.
 
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GMCVB Convention Sales Sells Greater Miami at the Canadian Meetings & Events Expo
 
GMCVB Convention Sales Team will be attending Canadian Meetings & Events Expo August 11-14, in Toronto, Canada. This tradeshow and meeting show will host 350+ exhibitors representing 700+ companies.
 
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Launch of The Overtown Marketplace at The Urban in Historic Overtown
 
GMCVB Multicultural Tourism & Development Team would like to invite everyone to experience the Overtown Marketplace at The Urban, now open every Friday (4 p.m. – 9 p.m.) and Saturday (Noon – 5 p.m.) in Historic Overtown.
 
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GMCVB DEPARTMENTS
 
 
MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS
 
MEETINGS AND CONVENTIONS
 
FEBRUARY
 
 
08/12-08/15
Cohesity Inc. - 2019 Sales Kickoff
 
 
08/07-08/20
Microsoft Corp. - Americas & LATAM, LINC.
 
 
08/17-08/20
Healthcare Convention & Exhibitors Association (HCEA) - HCEA Connect 2019
 
 
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Miami Spice
 
Miami Spice showcases the very best of Greater Miami and the Beaches’ diverse cuisine featuring three-course meals at the top eateries in the city reasonably priced at $23 for lunch/brunch and $39 for dinner. For two whole months, from August through September, explore signature dishes at reduced prices by world renowned chefs every summer.
 
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Miami Spas Months
 
Greater Miami and the Beaches is renowned for luxury spas that rank among the "Best Spas in America," and are beloved by spa connoisseurs around the world. Miami Spa Months are comprised of the destination’s top luxury spas offering locals and visitors up to 50 percent off treatments. Indulge in the highest standards of pampering and relaxation and book rejuvenating special treatments for as low as $109 in July and August.
 
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Miami Hotels Months
 
Visitors and residents can enjoy a relaxing staycation in one of many alluring hotels in the destination. June through September, resorts throughout Greater Miami and the Beaches are offering special discounts on rooms, packages, amenities and inclusions. These appealing offers include discounted stays, resort credits, complimentary meals and more.
 
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
 
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
 
august & september
 
 
 
COUNTDOWN
 
DAYS UNTIL
81 Norwegian Cruise Line Norwegian Encore begins service 185 Miami Yacht Show
99 Miami Beach Pop Festival 188 Super Bowl LIV 2020
115 Art Basel Miami Beach/Design Miami 528 College Football Playoff National Championship Game
162 10th Anniversary NATPE Miami 2,498 World Cup 2026
185 Miami International Boat Show    
 
 
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BIRTHDAYS
 
BIRTHDAYS
 
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William D. Talbert III, CDME
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