WHAT'S HAPPENING IN TRAVEL & TOURISM
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Hello everyone:
As we turn the page on an extraordinary month heralding America 250 and the Fourth of July festivities in and around Greater Miami and Miami Beach, there is much to reflect upon. The FIFA World Cup 26™ brought the eyes and appetites of the world to our community with excited visitors eager to experience the culture, energy and diversity that define our destination. Kudos to the Miami World Cup 2026 Host Committee and all their efforts for creating exceptional FanFest experiences.
And while the excitement generated by a global event of that magnitude leaves a lasting impression, summer in Greater Miami and Miami Beach is far from over.
In fact, one of our most anticipated signature programs is just getting underway.
Miami Spa Months returns at the perfect time, inviting both residents and visitors to slow down, recharge and discover why our destination has become synonymous with wellness and relaxation. Through August 31, it's an exceptional opportunity to experience world-class wellness at a tremendous value.
What makes this program particularly meaningful is its ability to serve both visitors and residents alike and the power of ...
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Race to the World Cup finish
The FIFA World Cup 26™ enters its final stretch as Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens hosts the Quarterfinal on July 11, featuring Norway and England in one of the tournament's most anticipated knockout matches. The stadium hosts the Bronze ...
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Destination captures global attention
Greater Miami and Miami Beach's FIFA World Cup storytelling has generated more than 4 billion global media impressions while positioning the destination as one of the world's most positively covered cities. Coverage has highlighted Miami's ...
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Help shape year ahead at annual planning workshop
Don't miss the GMCVB's Annual Partner Planning Workshop, Powered by Expedia Group, Aug. 5, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Get an early look at sales and marketing initiatives for the upcoming fiscal year, explore the latest ...
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Marketing by the numbers
Through April 2026, GMCVB advertising campaigns generated 1.3 million room nights and $488 million in hotel revenue, surpassing annual goals in both categories. During the same period, marketing communications delivered 55.7 billion ...
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Venezuela relief effort seeks volunteers, donations
Following the June 24 earthquakes in Venezuela, Global Empowerment Mission (GEM), in partnership with I Love Venezuela, has mobilized emergency relief for affected communities. The organization is seeking volunteers to ...
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Supercon fuels economic impact
Florida Supercon returns to the Miami Beach Convention Center, July 10-12, bringing together fans of comic books, anime, gaming, cosplay, sci-fi and pop culture. One of South Florida's largest fan conventions, the event generates an estimated ...
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SUSTAINABILITY HIGHLIGHTS |
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MBCC reaches LED milestone
The Miami Beach Convention Center has completed a major exhibit hall lighting upgrade, replacing 554 fixtures across all four halls with energy-efficient LED lighting. The project makes the MBCC a 100% LED facility and reduces energy use by ...
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Helping sea turtles thrive
As sea turtle nesting season continues across Greater Miami and Miami Beach, World Sea Turtle Day on June 16 highlights the importance of protecting these endangered species. The Miami-Dade County Sea Turtle Conservation Program leads ...
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Taste the Gables boosts summer dining scene
Taste the Gables returns through July 31, inviting residents and visitors to explore Coral Gables' acclaimed dining scene. Participating restaurants offer prix-fixe menus, happy hour specials, wine tastings and other limited-time culinary ...
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Summer concerts strike a chord
Summer offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy exceptional live music across the destination. Music lovers can enjoy free programming during the Miami Beach Classical Music Festival, CAP's Summer Concert Series, The Betsy Hotel's daily ...
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Mia continues exploring Miami-Dade County – showcasing what makes us one of the world’s best places to live, work, play and stay!
This week she's visiting an iconic street known for Art Deco landmarks, ocean views and this hotel that’s a neighborhood cultural hub with a free live music series and a World Cup-inspired digital art installation at The Orb. Where's Mia?
The first three readers to guess correctly where Mia is win a Miami-branded item and a shout-out. Every response earns a spot in our December 2026 grand prize drawing.
Congratulations to last issue's winners who correctly identified Mia was in Wynwood: Kaleia Zambrano, Inna Malostovker and Martha Pantin.
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