Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport

ONEflight Elevates Operations with a Brand New 80,600 Square Foot State-of-the-Art Headquarters and Expansion of Florida Sales Office

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Monday, March 11, 2024

The move represents a significant milestone in the company's journey and sets the stage for unprecedented growth and expansion opportunities.

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  • The move represents a significant milestone in the company's journey and sets the stage for unprecedented growth and expansion opportunities.
  • The new facility, located in Englewood, CO at the Centennial Airport, boasts modern amenities and ample space to accommodate ONEflight's current and future needs.
  • With a total area of approximately 52,600 square feet consisting of offices, storage, restrooms, utility and service rooms and garages.
  • This strategic expansion into the Florida market further underscores the company's commitment to serving clients nationwide and enhancing accessibility to its premier aviation services.

JetBlue Expands its Presence in Florida With New Low Fare Service to Tallahassee Starting Today

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has officially launched service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Tallahassee International Airport (TLH), with the first flight arriving in Tallahassee this morning.

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  • JetBlue (NASDAQ: JBLU) today announced it has officially launched service between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Tallahassee International Airport (TLH), with the first flight arriving in Tallahassee this morning.
  • JetBlue’s new intrastate service will operate daily, introducing the airline’s award-winning service, low fares and a better travel option for customers on a route with limited competition.
  • With Tallahassee service starting today, JetBlue will now serve over 40 destinations from Fort Lauderdale.
  • Focused investments by the City have grown Tallahassee International Airport into one of the largest economic drivers in the North Florida region.

BRIGHTLINE AND ISLANDS OF THE BAHAMAS DEBUT PARTNERSHIP

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Monday, December 11, 2023

MIAMI, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightline, the nation's only provider of modern, eco-friendly intercity passenger rail, and The Islands of The Bahamas unveiled the first wrapped train showcasing a new partnership that celebrates the connection between Florida's most visited regions (South and Central Florida) and the nearby Bahama Islands. Brightline and The Islands of The Bahamas commemorated the new partnership with celebratory events at Brightline Orlando Station in partnership with Orlando Health on December 6 and Brightline MiamiCentral on December 7.

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  • Brightline and The Islands of The Bahamas commemorated the new partnership with celebratory events at Brightline Orlando Station in partnership with Orlando Health on December 6 and Brightline MiamiCentral on December 7.
  • To enhance accessibility and deepen the bond between these locales, nonstop flights from Orlando and South Florida to The Bahamas are available from all international airports (MCO, PBO, FTL and MIA) closely accessible with Brightline.
  • "Brightline represents this connection in a very special way and we are thrilled to roll out this partnership."
  • "The Islands of The Bahamas-branded Brightline train represents our partnership of connectivity, promoting travel, tourism and what makes the 16 islands so special and close," said Johanna Rojas, Senior Vice President of Sales and Partnerships for Brightline.

Moving To Florida? South Florida's Oceanfront Bargain Towns Include Hollywood, Florida

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Thursday, December 7, 2023

POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- South Florida real estate is the most expensive in the Sunshine State - especially anything on the water. But some beach towns are cheaper than others - as much as 40% less. All on the same Atlantic Ocean or Gulf of Mexico water. In fact, some of the less expensive beachfront towns have better beaches than the expensive towns. Such as Hollywood, Florida with its wide beach and clear blue water.

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  • South Florida real estate is the most expensive in the Sunshine State, but some beach towns are cheaper than others - as much as 40% less.
  • POMPANO BEACH, Fla., Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- South Florida real estate is the most expensive in the Sunshine State - especially anything on the water.
  • In fact, some of the less expensive beachfront towns have better beaches than the expensive towns.
  • The Hollywood Beach area also offers several luxury hotels, including the Diplomat Resort, Trump Hollywood, and Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.

The Fort Rises: Unleashing A 43 Premier Pickleball Court Facility Via Landmark Public-Private Initiative

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Lauderdale enters a new pickleball era with The Fort – a soon-to-be South Florida destination where people gather to eat, drink, and play pickleball.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fort Lauderdale enters a new pickleball era with The Fort – a soon-to-be South Florida destination where people gather to eat, drink, and play pickleball.
  • Perfect for social and competitive players alike; with 43 pickleball courts and the world's first pickleball stadium.
  • The heart of The Fort is its pickleball club, featuring 43 professional courts and the world's first pickleball stadium.
  • Situated within the 93-acre Snyder Park, adjacent to the FLL Airport, The Fort transcends from pickleball hub to lakeside paradise.

HeliFlite Granted FAA Approval for International Expansion in the Bahamas and Caribbean

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Monday, October 23, 2023

MIAMI, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As of October 2023, HeliFlite, the leading private, luxury helicopter charter provider, has expanded its operations to include international routes to the Bahamas and Caribbean. HeliFlite's new services to these destinations are a coup for the rapidly growing South Florida client base.

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  • The private helicopter service expands operations, announcing flight routes to the Bahamas and Caribbean.
  • MIAMI, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As of October 2023, HeliFlite, the leading private, luxury helicopter charter provider, has expanded its operations to include international routes to the Bahamas and Caribbean.
  • HeliFlite's new services to these destinations are a coup for the rapidly growing South Florida client base.
  • An international journey from Miami to Bimini has been transformed into a leisurely and relaxing 24-minute flight, all thanks to HeliFlite's exceptional 24/7 Flight Operations Team.

BERMUDAIR PARTNERS WITH DISCOVER THE WORLD TO FOCUS ON THE US TRAVEL TRADE

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

has partnered with Discover the World to grow awareness and sales with the USA travel trade.

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  • has partnered with Discover the World to grow awareness and sales with the USA travel trade.
  • BermudAir has realized that the travel trade will play an important part in the success of the airline going forward.
  • Valerie Luyk, Discover the World's Head of Sales and New Business Development USA division added, 'We are excited to introduce the US trade partners to BermudAir.
  • Titus Johnson, BermudAir's Commercial Director comments 'BermudAir has chosen to partner with Discover the World in the USA because of their deep knowledge and reach amongst the travel trade.

Global Crossing Airlines Announces Agreement to Finance Construction of its new Maintenance Facility

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Thursday, September 7, 2023

GlobalX expects to break ground on this new facility in Q4 2023, occupy the facility in Q2 2025, and to cost approx.

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  • GlobalX expects to break ground on this new facility in Q4 2023, occupy the facility in Q2 2025, and to cost approx.
  • “We are pleased that we are partnering with Sheltair to build our maintenance home base facility.
  • This facility is vital to our growth and allows us to perform maintenance up to C checks on our growing Airbus fleet.
  • “Sheltair is honored and excited for our new partnership and opportunity to design, build, finance, and leaseback a new MRO hangar facility for GlobalX at the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (KFLL).

JetBlue and Allegiant Announce Divestiture Agreement in Connection with JetBlue’s Combination with Spirit

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Monday, September 11, 2023

JetBlue will also turn over up to five gates and related ground facilities at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to promote ultra-low-cost carrier growth.

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  • JetBlue will also turn over up to five gates and related ground facilities at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to promote ultra-low-cost carrier growth.
  • On June 1, JetBlue announced that it will divest all of Spirit’s holdings at New York’s LaGuardia Airport to Frontier.
  • Together, these divestitures are part of JetBlue’s voluntary upfront commitments included in the merger agreement with Spirit and are conditioned on the closing of the JetBlue-Spirit transaction.
  • JetBlue expects to close the transaction with Spirit in the first half of 2024.

WHAT'S NEW IN THE BAHAMAS IN SEPTEMBER 2023

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Friday, September 1, 2023

NASSAU, Bahamas, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Islands of The Bahamas is the perfect destination for travellers considering a last-minute summer vacation.

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  • NASSAU, Bahamas, Sept. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Islands of The Bahamas is the perfect destination for travellers considering a last-minute summer vacation.
  • Beginning 5 November 2023, the bookable flights will transport South Florida travellers to the vibrant capital of The Bahamas in just over an hour.
  • The booking window is now through 31 October 2023 for travel through October 2023.
  • The Bahamas Awarded with Top Honour at 2023 World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala — The Islands of The Bahamas was recognised at the 2023 World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala earned as the 2023 Caribbean's Leading Luxury Island Destination top honour.