Florida East Coast Railway Plans Vast Florida Expansion
The Florida East Coast Railway unveils a multi million dollar program to double track Jacksonville to Miami, extend the Okeechobee branch through the Everglades, and build a 19 mile Miami belt line. Massive new rolling stock includes 20 mountain locomotives and 250 rock cars as major cities and resorts from St Augustine to Key West brace for an extended winter season.
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Miami’s bid to lure year‑round visitors challenges northern resorts
Miami markets itself as a year‑round tropical destination inviting midsummer travelers with 45 open hotels and special rate schedules. It touts Gulf Stream breezes, trade winds, beach recreation, and rail and steamship access, aiming to transform Miami into a permanent resort and potential new city nickname, Wonder City.
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