February in Doral tested ambitions, with council striving for progress amid procedural scrutiny. -Wilson Alvarez Mayor Christi Fraga and the State of Doral February Safety Push The Good: Mayor Christi Fraga led the passage of the Vision Zero initiative, which aims for...
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The City of Doral’s name comes from a combination of the first names of Doris and Alfred Kaskel, the original 1960’s landowners who built a hotel and golf course they named the Doral Hotel and Country Club. The Kaskels owned two beachfront hotels as well and shuttled the guests between properties so that they could enjoy a day at the beach or a game of golf in Doral. The Kaskels hosted a major PGA event called the Doral Open Invitational at the Country Club and attracted the best professional golfers with top prize money. The tournament is still held every year on the TPC Blue Monster at the Doral Resort and Spa.
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Doral experienced significant growth in the 1980’s -90’s when Lennar Homes and the Kaskel’s son began building residential communities. With new housing opportunities, businesses sprang up given Doral’s close proximity to the Miami International Airport. The Airport continues to attract corporations to Doral seeking to do business with Latin America today.
In 2009, Forbes Magazine listed the City of Doral as the second best town in the top twenty-five towns in the U.S. to live in based on its access to great golf courses, warm weather, and the numerous small businesses established here.
Doral is a family-oriented, predominantly Latino community with great public schools and universities that offers a pro-business environment in which to work. In addition to the many small businesses, numerous multinational corporations as well as The Miami Free Zone are located in Doral.
Doral’s diverse cultural makeup including a vibrant Venezuelan and Cuban community is reflected in the cuisine of its many restaurants, hotels, shops and in the International Mall. Dolphin Mall, a stone’s throw away, is an outlet mall attracting residents and visitors.
Doral is served by the fare-free City of Doral Trolley which connects to Metrorail.
State of Doral February 2025
Rahysa Vargas, A Legal Trailblazer
"True advocacy isn’t just about winning cases; it’s about changing lives. Every client deserves a champion, and I choose to be that for them."– Rahysa Vargas In Miami’s competitive legal landscape, Rahysa Vargas Miami attorney stands out as a trusted advocate for...
Who Should Join the Gentlemen’s Journal Doral Chapter (And Who Shouldn’t)
Why This Room Is Intentionally Not for Everyone “The right room isn’t the biggest one—it’s the most aligned one.”— Kevin Kerwin Not every opportunity is meant for every person. However, if you want to join Gentlemen’s Journal Doral, it’s important to know that this...
State of Doral 2025 January 2025
In January, Doral’s leadership rallied around progress—even as challenges demanded sharper focus -Wilson Alvarez 1. Political Leadership Review – State of Doral 2025 Mayor Christi Fraga The Good: Launched the “Doral Green Spaces” initiative, proposing pocket parks for...
Luly B.: Empowering Women to Create a Life of Significance
Success isn’t about balance—it’s about clarity and purpose. -Wilson Alvarez Luly B. Carreras is a dynamic force for women striving to create a meaningful life. A passionate advocate for small business owners, she inspires individuals to embrace their unique paths....
An Invitation to the Table
Gentlemen’s Journal Doral Chapter Launch | Building Brotherhood in Doral “Every meaningful change in my life started with a conversation I almost didn’t have.”— Kevin Kerwin The Gentlemen’s Journal Doral Chapter Launch introduces a new space for men in Doral who value...
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- CityPlace Doral to Host Bunny Trail Easter Bash Event on March 14
by Community Press Releases on February 25, 2026 at 7:16 pmWhat/Who: Hop on over to CityPlace Doral! This Spring, every bunny is welcome to CityPlace Doral as the Center blooms with activities for its Bunny Trail Easter Bash on Saturday, March 14, from The post CityPlace Doral to Host Bunny Trail Easter Bash Event on March 14 first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Two Downtown Doral Charter Upper School seniors have earned national recognition from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation
by Community Press Releases on February 19, 2026 at 3:50 pmTwo Downtown Doral Charter Upper School seniors have earned national recognition from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation, one of the nation’s most prestigious scholarship programs, which provides significant financial support to help recipients pursue higher education. Maria Alfonzo has been The post Two Downtown Doral Charter Upper School seniors have earned national recognition from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- Miami International Mall to Host the World Soccer 2026 Business Impact Forum
by Community Press Releases on February 18, 2026 at 5:47 pmMiami International Mall will host a leadership forum to explore the impact of the world’s biggest sporting event, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ on Miami’s economy. The discussion will focus The post Miami International Mall to Host the World Soccer 2026 Business Impact Forum first appeared on Miami's Community News.
- ExpoMiami 2026 is Back: Miami’s Longest Running Business Expo
by Manny Sarmiento on February 6, 2026 at 8:13 pmSouth Florida’s business community is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the year — ExpoMiami 2026, a high-energy business expo designed to connect entrepreneurs, professionals, and The post ExpoMiami 2026 is Back: Miami’s Longest Running Business Expo first appeared on Miami's Community News.
