Key Biscayne Key Biscayne, a barrier island located off the coast of Miami, has a rich history dating back to the 1950s. The island was developed by the Mackle brothers, who built distinct but simple homes for World War II veterans using GI bill benefits. These homes were designed to provide affordable housing for the returning veterans, and many of them still exist today.
The island's tranquil atmosphere and natural beauty made it a popular destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the city. In the 1960s and 1970s, Key Biscayne gained international attention when President Richard Nixon kept a home on the island, which he referred to as his "Winter White House". This period marked a significant shift in the island's profile, and it began to attract tourists and visitors from around the world.
Today, Key Biscayne is a luxury resort town with high-end amenities... including The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, a 13-story hotel that offers stunning ocean views and a range of activities, "including swimming pools," "tennis courts.".. and a spa and fitness center.
The Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne, Miami will close in May for what it calls a large-scale renovation. About 425 hotel employees will be laid off. The hotel revealed those plans in a letter to Florida officials, required as part of the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act, a federal law known as WARN.
"The renovation project is expected to take at least six months but may last longer," the letter said. "The hotel will be closed during the renovation," the reason for the job cuts, Lopez explained.
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