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Monday, February 17, 2020 |
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Today: 77° F/ 25° C |
Surf: 75° F/ 23.9° C |
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Destination Ranks #3 Among Top 25 Hotel Markets |
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For December 2019, Greater Miami ranked at the top of STR's Top 25 hotel markets in the U.S., ranking #3 in Rev PAR (Revenue Per Available Room) Occupancy and ADR. |
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Record Revenue Per Available Room (RevPAR) |
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December 2019 |
December 2018 |
% Change |
Rank Among Top 25 Markets |
$199.01 |
$195.72 |
+1.7% |
#3 |
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Occupancy
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December 2019 |
December 2018 |
% Change |
Rank Among Top 25 Markets |
78.2% |
76.3% |
+2.5% |
#3 |
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Average Daily Room Rate (ADR) |
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December 2019 |
December 2018 |
% Change |
Rank Among Top 25 Markets |
$254.45 |
$256.50 |
-0.8% |
#3 |
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MIA Reaches Nearly 46 Million Passengers in 2019 |
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Miami International Airport served 45.9 million passengers in 2019, for an increase of nearly one million passengers over its total in 2018, according to the airport’s final 2019 traffic statistics. Contributing to MIA’s growth was the addition of five new international passenger routes. |
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Juggerknot Theatre Company Debuts Miami Motel Stories: North Beach Presented by Perrier® |
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Juggerknot Theatre Company, the creators of Miami Motel Stories are back! The team takes up residence for the month of February at the Broadmoor Hotel on Ocean Terrace to tell the history of North Beach through the eyes of its residents. Through an immersive theatrical experience, Miami Motel Stories will share personal stories of the people who lived, worked, and made significant contributions to North Beach– and her ever-changing landscape. Click here for more information and tickets. |
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Registration Taking Place Now for The Wings for Life World Run |
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The Wings for Life World Run will celebrate its seventh year in Florida on Sunday, May 3 and, while the incredible cause (spinal cord injury research) and many of the faces will remain the same, the worldwide race will now be held at the new location in Miami Gardens. Fun runners, walkers, wheelchair rollers and competitive runners can now register to be a part of the race at the new venue for just $50. The Wings for Life World Run finish line is mobile – and begins BEHIND the participants. The iconic Catcher Car starts its engine 30 minutes after the global run begins, chasing down the runners one by one until the very last remains. For more information and to register, click here. |
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Free Culture Crawl on Miami Beach |
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On Thursday, February 20 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the City of Miami Beach will be working alongside some of the world’s best cultural institutions to provide a night of free, unique and unforgettable experiences. Every third Thursday of the month, Culture Crawl features a wide-variety unique free experiences at various cultural institutions and buildings across South, Mid and North Beaches. From art installations in hotel lobbies, backstage tours of unique theatres, to live music under the stars, Culture Crawl offers something for everyone. Click here to see the entire line-up. RSVP here. |
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GMCVB Communications Hosting Media in Support of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival and Miami’s Culinary Scene |
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GMCVB Communications Team is sponsoring press visits to the destination in support of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, February 19-23. The GMCVB will bring writers Leah Doyl and Noah Rothbaum from The Daily Beast, an American news and opinion website focused on politics and pop culture, Kevin Sintumuang, from the leading men’s magazine, Esquire and Christina Dun from Refinery 29, an American digital media and entertainment website focused on young women reaching an audience of over 500 million globally across platforms. |
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GMCVB Hosts 7th Annual Black History Month Heritage & Neighborhood Tour |
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GMCVB Multicultural Tourism Team along with the Black Archives History & Research Foundation of South FL, Inc. will host the 7th Annual Black History Month Heritage & Neighborhood Tour on February 29 and visit some of the key cultural locations that make Miami so special and significant to Black History. Led by Historian and Executive Director of the Black Archives Historic Lyric Theater, Timothy A. Barber, this 5-hour complimentary tour via motor coach will showcase a Black Miami Heritage Cultural Experience. |
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GMCVB Communications Team Assists Domestic Press Tour with EVEN Hotels |
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GMCVB Communications Team is assisting with a press group of (5) top national media, sponsored by EVEN Hotels, February 20-22. As part of the InterContinental Hotels Group, EVEN Hotel at the Miami Airport will be hosting a group of influential journalists tied to the launch of a new brand-wide, in-room fitness offering in collaboration with fitness influencer Megan Roup. EVEN will host this group and offer a special workout with Megan the group will also enjoy events as part of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. The GMCVB will be meeting with the group and providing itinerary enhancement. Journalists participating represent the following publications: Refinery 29, Parade, Brides, Popsugar and Thrillest. |
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GMCVB Sells and Promotes Greater Miami at Connect Diversity |
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GMCVB Convention Sales Team will participate in Connect Diversity 2020. This two-and-a-half-day appointment- based show, slated for February 19-21 in Kissimmee, FL USA expects to draw approximately 100 meeting planners who represent multicultural and LGBTQ accounts. The Team will have the opportunity to sell and promote Greater Miami during multiple networking events and two days of pre-set appointments. |
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GMCVB Communications Partners with Kimpton Angler’s Hotel to Promote South Beach Wine and Food Festival with Chef Amanda Freitag |
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GMCVB Communications Team is partnering with the Kimpton Angler’s Hotel on a promotion with Chef Amanda Freitag with the Food Network. Chef Amanda will be conducting an intimate VIP tasting experience for social media, February 19. The GMCVB will be a sponsor and in attendance at this event. Chef Amanda Freitag’s social reach is 450k combined (IG and Twitter) and she will be posting about Miami with tagged posts. |
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GMCVB Sells Greater Miami at XSITE |
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GMCVB Convention Sales Team will participate at XSITE Tallahassee, FL USA on February 18. This annual event combines educational sessions, one-on-one appointments and networking with Florida association meeting planners. Approximately 50 confirmed clients will be in attendance including the Florida Bar Association, Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Florida Engineering Society. |
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02/17-02/21 |
Society for Academic Continuing Medical Education - 2020 Annual Conference |
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02/18-02/21 |
ZS Associates - ER PAM 2020 |
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02/18-02/23 |
Leadership Council on Legal Diversity - LCLD Fellows Spring Program 2020 |
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02/18-02/23 |
Informa Markets - 2020 Miami Cosmetic Surgery |
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02/19-02/21 |
Customized Logistics and Delivery Association - CLDA 2020 Annual Meeting |
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02/20-02/22 |
MFV Mart Franchise Ventures-Franchise Expo 2020 |
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02/20-02/26 |
Association for Behavior Analysis - 14th Annual Autism Conference |
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02/22-02/26 |
Urban Land Institure - ULI 2020 Housing Opportunity Conference |
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MIAMI health & wellness months |
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Greater Miami and the Beaches is recognized as a health-conscious destination with a wealth of appealing options to stay active, in shape and eating clean. To celebrate the destination’s healthy lifestyle, top fitness centers, spas, golf clubs and outdoor activity facilities are putting together amazing wellness offers, deals on sports activities, classes, as well as events for all ages and fitness levels during Miami Health & Wellness Months in February and March |
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COUNTDOWN |
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DAYS UNTIL |
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Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival |
68 |
NostalgiaCon Miami 2020 |
08 |
YoungArts Miami |
82 |
GMCVB H.O.T. Challenge Golf Tournament |
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Miami Open |
121 |
24th Annual American Black Film Festival |
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Miami International Agriculture, Horse & Cattle Show |
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College Football Playoff National Championship Game |
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2,288 |
World Cup 2026 |
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BIRTHDAYS |
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The GMCVB wishes a happy birthday to our friends and family... |
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About the Publisher |
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William D. Talbert III, CDME |
President and CEO, Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau |
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@BillTalbert @GreaterMiamiCVB |
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