Fewer cheap flights, more international suitcases – South Florida’s tourism outlook for 2027

Miami hosted several mega-events in 2026, but what will happen to tourism next year when the stadium lights dim?

By: Michael Cheng, Florida International University, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: July 23, 2026

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Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

By Michael Cheng, Florida International University

What happens after a city hosts the world? Miami is about to find out.

In 2026 the city hosted seven FIFA World Cup matches, including a quarterfinal and the bronze final. The city’s broader calendar also featured the College Football Playoff national championship game, the World Baseball Classic and the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.

The question now is whether this global exposure in 2026 will …

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