The Miami Tourist Board has unveiled a host of exciting new developments as this thriving and cosmopolitan destination gets set for summer. These initiatives come at a pivotal time for the city which last year was named one of the world’s greatest places by TIME Magazine, and this year was awarded the accolade ‘2023 Food City of the Year’ by the legendary publication, Bon Appétit. Plus of course Miami-Dade will be one of the US hosts for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
In 2022, Miami welcomed over 26.5 million visitors, with the UK sitting at number 5 in the list of top international markets.
Tourists can now take advantage of new and improved connections. From 18th September, Norse Atlantic Airways will shift its flights from Gatwick to Miami instead of Fort Lauderdale. These will operate four times a week during the winter season.
Aer Lingus reinstated its seasonal flights as of October 2022, with the carrier offering thrice-weekly connection between UK destinations via Dublin.
Hot on the heels of the Bon Appétit accolade, the 2023 Michelin Guide saw no less than 11 Miami restaurants honoured, with the city still the only destination in Florida that is home to a two Michelin Star restaurant – L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon Miami. 18 local restaurants were also awarded Bib Gourmand status.
On the hotel front, the Hotel AKA Brickell will open to guests in September. The property boasts 160 fully furnished and serviced residences, each designed with a focus on unparalleled comfort and opulence. The crown jewel is the magnificent rooftop pool and lounge, where guests can take a refreshing dip while enjoying the breath-taking views of the city skyline.
Steeped in Art Deco glamour, the iconic Kimpton Surfcomber Miami South Beach is set to be reborn later this year, with the addition of a new rooftop pool and bar and 45 new guest rooms. Other hotels that are also undergoing major transformations are Fontainebleau Miami Beach and Mayfair House Hotel & Garden.
