WHAT'S HAPPENING IN TRAVEL & TOURISM
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Hello everyone:
As you read this, news reports and images out of Jamaica are depicting the devastating and destructive impact of a direct hit from Hurricane Melissa, which has also affected other countries across the Caribbean community including Cuba, Haiti, The Bahamas and the Dominican Republic. Before anything else, our collective thoughts and prayers are with the people of the Caribbean – and with all our friends and neighbors here in South Florida who have deep and personal ties to the region.
In the coming days, there will be numerous relief and support efforts to consider. One immediate opportunity is through one of our local agencies, Global Empowerment Mission (GEM). Not so ironically now, we were already planning to feature GEM at the GMCVB’s annual meeting next Thursday for its important work in disaster relief. GEM is already mobilizing support by assembling personal aid kits – among other essential supplies – to be shipped along with generators and tenting.
We’re providing a link on the following page to learn more about GEM and how you can help – either by donating or volunteering to support their ongoing efforts. The GMCVB will also be contributing directly through proceeds from our annual meeting, where GEM representatives will join us in person. Please take this moment of tremendous need to get involved by ...
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Annual Meeting celebrates and looks to 2026
Don’t miss our biggest gathering of the year – the GMCVB's Annual Meeting at the Coastal Convention Center, Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Join industry leaders, Nov. 6, as they unveil ...
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Best-of the-best: MBCC earns national honor
For the third consecutive year, the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) has received the Distinctive Achievement Award from Association Conventions & Facilities Magazine. Voted ...
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NatGeo host explores our cultural mosaic
The marketing communications team hosts influencer and TV host Jeff Jenkins (@ChubbyDiaries, 142K Instagram followers), Oct. 25-31, spotlighting the destination’s rich culture, food and diverse ...
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Engaging the finance and insurance markets
The convention sales team attends the FICP Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., Nov. 2-5. The conference delivers targeted education and experiences for finance and insurance ...
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MIA strengthens role as a global gateway
Global air service continues to grow as Icelandair launches its first-ever nonstop flights between Miami International Airport (MIA) and Reykjavik, expanding access to 38 destinations across Europe and ...
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MDPL welcomes new executive director
The Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL) has named Meg Lousteau as executive director, effective November 17. A veteran of more than two decades in historic preservation and community advocacy ...
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Head to the countryside for Farmers Month
Throughout November, the GMCVB invites visitors and locals to discover Miami-Dade's countryside and celebrate Farmers Month, exploring the vibrant agricultural heartland with special ...
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Hometown Heroes Parade this weekend
This Saturday, head to Miami-Dade's annual Hometown Heroes Parade at Tropical Park, honoring our County’s healthcare professionals, law enforcement and frontline workers for their ...
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Sustainability Highlights |
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Metro Express powers a greener commute
Miami-Dade County has launched Metro Express, marking a milestone in sustainable mobility with the region’s first all-electric Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system. The new service connects South Dade to ...
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Miami Fashion Week – a sustainable future
Miami Fashion Week stepped onto the global stage last week, igniting the destination with a fusion of bold style and sustainable innovation. The internationally recognized event brought together icons like Nicole Miller and Naeem Khan, emerging ...
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Mia found a seat where Caribbean rhythms fill the air and bright colors paint nearly every wall. This vibrant cultural hub showcases Haitian art, music and heritage.
Can you guess where she is?
Be among the first three readers to correctly identify where Mia is and win a Miami-themed prize.
All correct entries are also entered into our December grand prize drawing.
Congrats to last issue’s winners – Viviana Constain and Martha Pantin – who were first to spot Mia in Shenandoah.
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