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The May 2014 issue of the monthly Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau Media Relation’s e-newsletter is filled with story leads you can develop, including exciting news and events

MIAMI MUSEUM MONTH KICKS OFF MAY 1 – For the 6th consecutive year, Greater

Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) along with sponsor, MasterCard

Priceless Miami, will bring visitors and residents, special deals to celebrate Miami

Museum Month. From May 1-31, 2014, the destination will celebrate its rich

attractions, history, culture, and evolving art scene. Among the discounts is BUY

ONE, GET ONE FREE which gives admission to two for the price of one at any

participating museum. Another deal is JOIN ONE, SEE THEM ALL, so when

purchasing a membership at any one of the participating museums, you can visit

any other participating museum for free during Miami Museum Month.

MasterCard holders will receive 10% off the retail store at select museums. For a

list of participating museums and for more information, visit

www.MiamiMuseumMonth.com.

MAY IS NATIONAL BURGER MONTH - May marks National Burger Month in the

culinary world and many of Miami’s hottest restaurants are offering a unique

lineup of expertly crafted specialty burgers to tempt your taste buds. Several of

the restaurants offering delicious options include Michael Mina 74 at

Fontainebleau, Meat Market on Lincoln Road, Oak Tavern in the Design District,

and many more. A few options you might find on these menus include Italian

buffalo burger, prime smoked short rib burger, grass fed cheese burger,

Mediterranean falafel burger, and Korean BBQ salmon burger. And to share more

burger love, the Magic City Casino will be hosting a Burger Brawl on May 9th from

7-10 pm with 20 competitors providing juicy burger samples as well as beer and

wine. For more information, visit www.BurgerBeast.com.

SEAFAIR MIAMI OFFERS NEW OPTIONS – The SeaFair Miami is the first luxury

yacht to offer unique shopping, art and jewelry galleries and contemporary dining

all while cruising the beautiful waters of Biscayne Bay. The ultra, luxurious $40

million mega-yacht now offers shopping and dining cruises onboard, so guests

can choose from a Daily Sunset & City Lights Sailing or a Weekend Afternoon

Cruise offering gourmet brunch and a la carte al fresco dining. Private Charters

are also available for social and corporate gatherings. For more information, visit

www.SeaFairMiami.com.

MUSIC SURROUNDS THE CITY – Miami International Jazz Fest Inc., the non-forprofit

support organization proudly announces its first edition of the Maiden

Voyage Music Festival. From May 9-10, 2014, the festival will include an

impressive lineup of stars that will be performing a repertory which reaches

beyond the familiar vistas of Afro Cuban/Latin Jazz, incorporating rhythms of

bebop, blues and U.S. urban funk. Other Festival activities include a Youth Talent

Competition for Miami-Dade County students ages 16 to 19. Miami International

Jazz Fest aspires to provide unique opportunities that will give music students the

ability to partake in many of the event’s activities, as competitors and volunteers.

For more information, visit www.MiamiInternationalJazzFest.org.

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ACQUALINA RESORT & SPA INTRODUCE NEW RESTAURANT CONCEPT – Boasting one of South Florida’s most striking

views of the Atlantic Ocean and a fabulous menu by acclaimed chef Dewey LoSasso, AQ by Acqualina has recently

made its highly anticipated debut in the heart of Sunny Isles Beach. Located in the Forbes Travel Guide Five Star and

AAA Five Diamond Acqualina Resort & Spa on the Beach, AQ aims to make waves and invigorate the local dining

scene with its vibrant food and drink culture, sprawling menu of farm-to-table Modern American fare and creative

libations. At the helm is Chef LoSasso whose menu draws inspiration and flavors from across the globe including

Mediterranean, Latin and Asian, among others. Known for his imaginative cuisine, the chef uses ingredients from

local farmers and purveyors, giving his dishes fresh flavors while presenting vibrant and artful presentations. The

spacious yet cozy 170-seat restaurant features an open dining room, charming outdoor veranda and raised bar. The

stylish dining room with its lush seating and marble tabletops exudes a sophisticated elegance that is both

comforting and approachable. For more information, visit www.AcqualinaResort.com.

TOMMY HILFIGER PURCHASES THE RALEIGH HOTEL – The Raleigh Group, the luxury hospitality group founded by

designer and entrepreneur Tommy Hilfiger, recently announced the purchase of The Raleigh Hotel, Miami Beach. “The

Raleigh Hotel is a true Miami Beach treasure with sophistication and style, making it the perfect property for us,\" said

Mr. Hilfiger. \"The 1940\'s design of The Raleigh and its rich history are central to our plans to rejuvenate the property.”

David Pisor, recently appointed as CEO, has demonstrated exceptional leadership in the hospitality industry with an

impressive track record, including the award-winning Elysian Hotel and Residences in Chicago, now branded Waldorf

Astoria. The company plans on investing significant resources to preserve the property\'s unique style while embracing

the local flavors and culture that help define it. The Raleigh will become the company\'s flagship property supporting

future growth. For more information, visit www.RaleighHotel.com.

AVENTURA MALL ANNOUNCES MAJOR EXPANSION – Aventura Mall, Miami’s premier fashion destination, has

announced a significant expansion that will include a new three-level, 241,000-square-foot retail wing and parking

garage. Construction is expected to begin this year. Aventura Mall is one of the top five highest grossing malls in the

country in terms of sales per square-foot and recently was ranked as the city’s most-visited shopping center by

tourists. Anchored by Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and Macy’s, the center features more than 300 of the world’s most

iconic, recognized retailers and a growing collection of luxury boutiques, including Louis Vuitton, Cartier, Burberry, Red

Valentino, Emilio Pucci, Philipp Plein, Sandro and Breitling. Meeting the needs of Aventura Mall’s increasingly fashioncentric

visitor base will be a focus of the new expansion. Aventura Mall opened in 1983 and has been a key

component in the City of Aventura’s dynamic residential and tourism growth. A 1997 expansion doubled the shopping

center’s footprint and a 2007 addition included Nordstrom and a three-level wing of upscale stores. At 2.7 million

square feet, Aventura Mall is one of the largest shopping centers in the country and welcomes nearly 30 million

visitors each year. For more information, visit www.AventuraMall.com.

MANDARIN ORIENTAL, MIAMI LAUNCHES NEW MO BAR UNPLUGGED – The triple Five-Star Mandarin Oriental, Miami

and Warner Music Latina launch MO Bar Unplugged, a series of intimate, high-profile concerts held at the hotel’s

swanky new MO Bar + Lounge. MO Bar Unplugged will feature top Latin artists performing songs off their forthcoming

albums as well as popular favorites from previous albums in a lively, cosmopolitan waterfront setting. The inaugural

concert will kick off on Wednesday May 7, 2014 at 8pm featuring LA LEY, multiple Grammy award-winning Chilean

rock-pop band, who achieved international stardom for top hits including “Dia Cero,” “El Duelo,” “Mentira” and “Aqui.”

The band last performed together nearly a decade ago and this will be their first show in the United States since

2005. A variety of packages are available for guests to enjoy this special Miami concert including a Stay & Show

Package, Dinner & Show Package or Show Package. For more information, visit www.MandarinOriental.com.

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JUNGLE ISLAND’S FIRST-EVER CINCO CELEBRATION – A family-friendly attraction by day, Jungle Island will transform

its tropical grounds into an adult playground and the ultimate Cinco de Mayo celebration by night during the park’s

first-ever Cinco at Jungle Island, which will he held from 4-11 pm on Sunday, May 4th, 2014. Presented by Jungle

Island and Vitamin C – the creators of BrickellFest Events, Cinco at Jungle Island will offer non-stop entertainment

and simultaneous events throughout the island including live bands, DJ’s, food trucks, animal encounters, late night

animal shows, zip lines and more. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.JungleIsland.com/Cinco.

CELEBRATE CINCO DE MAYO WITH FIESTAS GALORE – Here are some of the destination’s finest selection of cuisine

and entertainment for Cinco de Mayo.

Earls Kitchen + Bar: A unique restaurant concept, in Dadeland Mall’s new Terrace Dining wing, Earls Kitchen + Bar is celebrating

Cinco de Mayo with festive taco and margarita specials. The restaurant’s signature Los Cabos Chicken Tacos and Dominical Fish

Tacos served on soft flour tortillas will be $4.50 each. Guests can enjoy a variety of margarita flavors including lime, raspberry,

strawberry, and mango with Espolon Blanco tequila, triple sec and fresh lime served on the rocks or frozen for $4.50 each, as

well as Corona sleeves for $3. www.EarlsRestaurants.com.

Wynwood Kitchen & Bar: This Cinco de Mayo, Wynwood Kitchen & Bar (WKB), the artsy restaurant/bar serving up Latino-inspired

global plates in a cool, hip ambiance, will feature fiery favorites ($7- $9) and cocktails for the fiesta. In authentic Mexican style,

dishes will include queso fundido - Mexican crumble chorizo, chihuahua cheese, flour tortillas; guacamole - roasted jalapeno, red

onion, cilantro, house made chips; plus a variety of different tacos. Cocktails to wash down the delights will include the Peppery

Pepino – Zignum reposado mescal, King Ginger liquor, red pepper, cayenne pepper, fresh lime, cucumber; and the Wynwood

Inferno – Don Julio silver tequila, passion fruit juice, lime juice, jalapeno, cilantro. Live music series takes place Thursday through

Saturday. www.WynwoodKitchenAndBar.com.

HaVen South Beach: Located on the west end of South Beach’s bustling Lincoln Road, Miami Beach’s sexy, intimate Hi-Fi

lounge/restaurant, HaVen South Beach, will kick off Cinco de Mayo festivities early by hosting a Dos de Mayo party on Friday,

May 2 from 7-10 p.m. Guests can indulge in Chef Todd Erickson’s global small plates while sipping on $5 Dos Equis.

www.HavenLounge.com.

Huahua’s Taqueria: Miami Beach’s fun, fresh taqueria serving a menu of Mexican classics with a playful spin, will celebrate Cinco

de Mayo with a fun-filled fiesta where amigos can enjoy piñatas stocked with Mexican candy, giveaways, and ALL DAY Happy

Hour. Specials include $3 beers from a wide selection of Mexican cervezas including Dos Equis, Negra Modelo, Pacifico and

Tecate; $4 margaritas offering fresh, fruit flavors; and $1 off any nachos combination. Guests can opt for the taco basket special

– any 3 tacos of the same kind for $10; or enjoy Chili Rubbed Shrimp and the beloved Fried Chicken taco, which recently

represented Florida in Food Network Magazine’s list of 50 States, 50 Tacos. www.HuahuasTaco.com.

LOEWS HOTEL AND EXHALE SPA JOIN FORCES – Loews Miami Beach Hotel and Exhale Spa are proud to bring

wellbeing to the beach with the opening of Exhale\'s 23rd location, Exhale Miami Beach. Located in the heart of South

Beach in the beloved 790-room resort\'s historic St. Moritz tower, this will be Exhale\'s third location within a Loews

Hotel (Loews Hotel Atlanta and Loews Hotel Hollywood). Exhale South Beach will officially open its doors on May 1,

2014, and will feature 16 spa therapy rooms, large full amenity changing rooms with a steam room and whirlpool, a

mani-pedi lounge and an expansive gym with a mind body studio where guests can experience transformational Core

Fusion and yoga classes. Both hotel guests and local Miami residents alike are welcome to enjoy Exhale South

Beach. For those enjoying the sun at Loews Miami Beach, Exhale will perform cabana and poolside therapies and can

tailor select facials and massages for post-sun relief. Additionally, Exhale South Beach\'s Wellbeing Boutique will carry

the best of the best in fitness and yoga apparel, face and body products, wellbeing goods and gift items. This will be

Exhale\'s second Miami location. For more information, visit www.ExhaleSpa.com.

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