Connect with us

Press Releases

Avianca Expands Business Class Américas to More Than 80 Destinations

Published

on

Avianca Grows Its Business Class Américas Network to More Than 80 Destinations, Bringing Passengers Priority Boarding, Spacious Seats, and Exclusive Benefits.

September 16th, 2025

  • Avianca’s new Business Class Américas is now operating on more than 80 routes across the continent.
  • The experience includes more spacious seats, in-flight meals and beverages, onboard entertainment, access to Avianca Lounges, priority service, and other benefits.
  • Starting November 1, seven routes to and from destinations in Ecuador will be added with the Business Class Américas experience.

Avianca announced that its new Business Class Américas is now available on more than 80 international routes operated with Airbus A320 aircraft. The experience combines comfort, priority service, and an enhanced offering for flights across the Americas.

“We have expanded this service to more routes, driven by the great reception from over 298,000 passengers who have flown in our Business Class Américas —one of the options we offer so everyone can choose how they prefer to travel— with the assurance of a safe, on-time service and luggage delivered to its destination, along with all the benefits this onboard experience provides. Today, more than 80 routes connect from Bogotá, Medellín, and San Salvador, and soon additional routes from Quito and Guayaquil will be added to elevate the way people fly across the Americas,” said Frederico Pedreira, CEO of Avianca.

Routes with Business Class:

From Bogotá to the following destinations: Montreal, Toronto, Boston, Chicago, New York, Washington, Dallas/Fort Worth, Orlando, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Cancún, Mexico City, Punta Cana, Santo Domingo, San Juan (Puerto Rico), Guatemala City, Aruba, Curaçao, Caracas, San José (Costa Rica), Panama City, Georgetown, Quito, Guayaquil, Manaus, Lima, Cusco, La Paz, Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Asunción, Córdoba, Santiago, Buenos Aires (Ezeiza), Buenos Aires (Aeroparque), Montevideo.

From Medellín to the following destinations: New York, Fort Lauderdale, Miami, Cancún, Mexico City, Punta Cana, San Juan (Puerto Rico), San José (Costa Rica), Quito, Guayaquil, Lima, São Paulo, Santiago, Buenos Aires (Ezeiza).

From San Salvador to the following destinations: Toronto, Boston, New York, Washington, San Francisco, Ontario (California), Los Angeles, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Miami, Cancún, Mexico City, San Pedro Sula, Guatemala City, Tegucigalpa, Managua, San José (Costa Rica), Panama City, Medellín, Bogotá, Quito, Guayaquil, and Lima.

Starting October 26: From Bogotá to Monterrey.

Starting November 1:

  • From Quito to Buenos Aires (Ezeiza), San José, and New York.
  • From Guayaquil to Buenos Aires (Ezeiza), Miami, and New York.

Starting in December (routes active for the year-end season):

  • San Salvador–Orlando: starting December 1
  • San Salvador–Montreal: starting December 2
  • San Salvador–Chicago: starting December 2
  • San Salvador–Las Vegas: starting December 4
  • Medellín–Orlando: starting December 3

Avianca’s Business Class Américas experience includes access to premium seats with extra legroom and recline in the first three rows of the aircraft, power outlets, meals and beverages, and Avianca On Air entertainment streaming to mobile devices. Fares include one personal item, one carry-on of up to 10 kg, and two checked bags of up to 32 kg each. Exclusive benefits also include priority services (check-in, baggage handling, and boarding), access to Avianca Lounges, and earning 10 LifeMiles per dollar spent.

About Avianca: Avianca, a Star Alliance member and part of Abra Group, encompasses Aerovías del Continente Americano S.A., Taca International Airlines S.A., Avianca Costa Rica S.A., Avianca Ecuador S.A., Aviateca S.A., Regional Express Américas S.A.S., LifeMiles, and Avianca Cargo. With over 105 years of operations in Colombia, Avianca is part of the leading airline group in Colombia, Ecuador, and Central America, and operates one of the largest route networks in Latin America, serving more than 150 routes, more than 700 daily flights, and a fleet of 140 Airbus A320 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, connecting over 80 destinations across 25+ countries in the Americas and Europe. In 2024, Avianca transported nearly 38 million customers and operated more than 258,000 flights. Its loyalty program, LifeMiles, is one of the largest in Latin America, with over 14 million members and more than 400 partner merchants. In cargo transportation, Avianca Cargo is the leading operator in various markets across the Americas, connecting over 350 destinations through its 220 weekly cargo flights, passenger flight network, and interline agreements. For more information, visit www.avianca.com.

Press Releases

Palace Pride 2026 Is Turning Ocean Drive Into Miami Beach’s Most Joyful Stage

Published

on

If there is one place in Miami Beach that knows how to make Pride Month feel larger than life, it is The Palace.


June 6, 2026

This June, the legendary Ocean Drive hotspot is going all in with Palace Pride 2026: Center Stage, Open Arms, a month-long celebration packed with drag, dining, nightlife, community moments, celebrity appearances, and the kind of sidewalk-to-stage energy that has made Palace one of South Florida’s most beloved LGBTQ+ institutions.

For decades, Palace has been more than a restaurant or bar. It is the kind of place where brunch becomes a performance, a walk down Ocean Drive turns into a front-row seat, and visitors quickly understand why Miami Beach does Pride with its own unmistakable rhythm. Locals know it. Tourists find it. And once you have seen a Palace queen command the room, the street, and everyone’s attention in one glittering moment, you get it.

This year’s Pride Month lineup brings that energy into full color.

One of the month’s biggest highlights lands on Tuesday, June 9, when Latrice Royale comes to Palace for a special evening tied to the release of Stop! That! Train!, a new feature film connected to the RuPaul’s Drag Race universe. For fans of drag, pop culture, and campy cinematic chaos, this is one of those nights that feels tailor-made for Palace. Latrice has long been loved for her humor, warmth, presence, and unmistakable star power, making her appearance a major moment in an already packed June calendar.

But Palace Pride 2026 is not built around one night alone. The venue’s signature weekly programming will keep the celebration rolling with favorites like DollHouse Mondays, Spill the Tea Tuesdays, Wayback Wednesdays, Noche Latina Thursdays, Drag Madness Fridays, Drags Gone Wild Saturdays, and A Palace Affair Sundays. In other words, there is no “quiet night” at Palace this month. Every day has its own flavor, its own crowd, and its own reason to show up.

The June programming also reflects the deeper role Palace plays in Miami Beach’s LGBTQ+ community. Alongside the performances and parties, the month will include moments centered on community connection, LGBTQ+ artists and entrepreneurs, local organizations, chosen-family gatherings, Juneteenth celebrations honoring Black queer excellence, Stonewall remembrance, and collaborations with LGBTQ+ businesses.

That balance is part of what makes Palace special. Yes, it is glamorous. Yes, it is loud. Yes, brunch can absolutely turn into a full production. But underneath all the sparkle is something more meaningful: a space where people gather, celebrate, feel seen, and bring their full selves to the table.

Palace is also embracing Miami’s global audience this June with Pride Global Nights, a new initiative designed to welcome international visitors through queen-led programming, multilingual moments, and globally inspired entertainment. With Miami Beach already serving as a magnet for travelers from around the world, Palace is using Pride Month to turn that international energy into a celebration of culture, connection, and community.

And because it would not be Palace without something delicious in hand, guests can also expect expanded food and beverage offerings throughout the month. Think elevated cocktails, new menu items, brunch favorites, seasonal specials, and plenty of reasons to make a reservation that starts as “just one drink” and somehow becomes an entire afternoon.

This June, Palace Pride 2026 is bringing together everything the venue does best: the performances, the cocktails, the community, the camp, the glamour, and the open-arms welcome that has made Palace a Miami Beach landmark.

Whether you are a local, a tourist, a drag superfan, a brunch loyalist, or just someone looking for a Pride Month celebration with real heart, Palace is ready to give you a seat, a show, and probably a reason to stay longer than planned.

For reservations and the full Pride Month calendar, visit The Palace Bar & Restaurant or follow @palacesobe on Instagram.

Continue Reading

Press Releases

Classic Miami Grill Burgers Get Six-Dollar Spotlight

Published

on

Miami Grill Stacks Up Six Days of $6 Classic Hamburgers Just in Time for National Hamburger Day. (more…)

Continue Reading

Press Releases

Miami Beach’s Biggest Culture Festival Locks In Dates and Lineup

Published

on

The Miami Takeover Announces Its Return To Miami Beach July 24-27, 2026 For The Largest & Boldest Cultural Beach Festival of The Summer.

In Collaboration With The City of Miami Beach Tourism and Culture Department and The Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA). (more…)

Continue Reading

Press Releases

TOP 5 FLYWEIGHTS REMATCH IN MUST-SEE META APEX MAIN EVENT

Published

on

TOP 5 FLYWEIGHTS (#2) MANEL KAPE AND (#5) KYOJI HORIGUCHI REMATCH IN MUST-SEE META APEX MAIN EVENT.

FEATURED BOUT: (#15) FARID BASHARAT vs ETHYN EWING.

(more…)

Continue Reading

Press Releases

Lila Nikole and Platinum FUBU Bring the Amazonia Experience to Miami Swim Week

Published

on

Miami Swim Week is about to get even more immersive. On Sunday, May 31 at 2:00 PM, designer Lila Nikole will present The Golden Standard: Amazonia Experience at Tequila Town in Miami, debuting a new collaboration with Platinum FUBU during one of fashion’s biggest weekends in South Florida.


May 15, 2026

Inspired by the richness and mystique of the Brazilian rainforest, the presentation moves beyond the traditional runway format and into a cinematic, multi sensory experience where fashion, storytelling, music, and visual artistry come together in one space.

Known for her bold and culture driven design aesthetic, Lila Nikole transforms the venue into what organizers describe as a living narrative filled with character led moments and immersive visual storytelling. The event will also introduce a limited edition Lila Nikole x Platinum FUBU collection, marking a new chapter for both brands.

“This collaboration is incredibly personal for me,” says Lila Nikole. “Growing up in Queens, FUBU was more than a brand, it was a cultural force that shaped my earliest connection to fashion and identity. To now partner with a label that played such a pivotal role in my journey feels truly full circle.”

The collection reimagines Platinum FUBU’s iconic legacy through Lila Nikole’s creative lens, blending the brand’s signature identity with a modern, luxury focused perspective.

The event also coincides with the continued expansion of Platinum FUBU, the designer driven evolution of the iconic label known for its premium materials and fashion forward silhouettes.

Adding to the atmosphere, Miami based cultural partner Miamibloco will feature Bateria Saideira, described as the largest Rio style samba percussion orchestra in the United States. Music throughout the experience will also include sounds by DJ Dinero and DJ Trauma.

Rather than separating guests from the presentation, the experience is intentionally designed to feel intimate and barrier free. Attendees will move throughout the space while engaging directly with the craftsmanship, textures, and details that define both Lila Nikole’s aesthetic and Platinum FUBU’s luxury direction.

Event Details

What: The Golden Standard: Amazonia Experience by Lila Nikole in collaboration with Platinum FUBU
When: Sunday, May 31, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Where: Tequila Town, 4710 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33142

 

Continue Reading

Press Releases

Inaugural Dwight Stephenson Arc Broward Golf Classic

Published

on

Miami Dolphins Alumni Dwight Stephenson and Arc Broward to Host the Inaugural Dwight Stephenson Arc Broward Golf Classic. (more…)

Continue Reading

Press Releases

Voices for Children Marks 15 Years with Its Biggest Gala Yet

Published

on

Voices for Children of Broward County Celebrates 15th Anniversary with Annual Soaring for Children Gala, Capes & Courage on April 18th. (more…)

Continue Reading

Press Releases

4th ANNUAL: SOUTH FLORIDA WING BASH 

Published

on

The Sauciest Night of the Summer Returns as South Florida Wing Bash Brings the Heat to South County Regional Park.
(more…)

Continue Reading

Trending