Bal Harbour, FL
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About Bal Harbour
- • DJ Khaled owns a condo in Bal Harbour, known for his extravagant lifestyle.
- • The Bal Harbour Shops, a luxury retail mecca, originated here in 1965.
- • Post-World War II development transformed it into a luxury residential and shopping destination.
- • An underground tunnel connects the St. Regis Bal Harbour to the beach.
- • The 1926 Miami Hurricane significantly impacted early development plans here.
- • "Bal" for Bay, "Harbour" for the ocean inlet; founded in 1946.
- • With under 3,000 residents, it's significantly smaller than Miami Beach.
- • At 3 feet above sea level, it's vulnerable to coastal flooding.
- • Retail and hospitality dominate the job market, catering to luxury tourism.
- • Bal Harbour feels exclusive, serene, and effortlessly sophisticated.
- • The Miami Dolphins, South Florida's NFL team, are located nearby.
- • The Miami Heat won their first NBA championship in 2006, energizing the region.