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Thousands of Taylor Swift fans, known as Swifties, poured into Miami this weekend to witness the pop icon’s much-anticipated return to North America for the final leg of her record-breaking Eras Tour. Arriving by planes, trains, and automobiles, fans donned friendship bracelets, glittering outfits, and mile-wide smiles as they made their way to Hard Rock Stadium for three sold-out nights.
Taylor Swift’s concerts in Miami:
With Swift herself announcing a staggering 61,000 concertgoers in attendance each night, more than 180,000 tickets were sold for the Miami performances. Fans packed the stadium and braved traffic bottlenecks on Interstate 95, both before and after the show, but nothing could dampen their palpable excitement. Even as the roads became congested, Swifties radiated joy, eager to immerse themselves in the three-hour musical journey.
Speacial flight for Swifties:
Southwest Airlines added a special Flight No. 1989 from Nashville to Miami, catering specifically to Swifties making the pilgrimage. Among those aboard was songwriter Liz Rose, an early collaborator of Swift’s, who helped write hits on her Fearless and Red albums. Rose, with a microphone in hand and a guitarist by her side, treated the packed flight to a live performance of fan favorite All Too Well. The impromptu concert moved many to tears, including Rose’s own daughter.
Special train for Swifties:
Meanwhile, Brightline trains embraced the Eras theme, running a special service from Orlando to Miami, stopping through West Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. The Swift-themed train featured cars decorated for different musical eras, with quotes and lyrics lining the walls. Faux purple flowers adorned the Speak Now car, while bold red lips and iridescent fringe curtains hung from the Red section. Fans sang along and traded friendship bracelets, making the journey itself a part of the unforgettable experience.
Uber offers for Swifties:
To ease transportation, Uber launched a special shuttle service for the event, dubbed “In My Uber Era.” For $20, fans could ride in Swift-themed shuttles from Miami stations directly to the stadium. Inside, passengers found shiny tinsel, butterfly decals, and Swift’s music playing above.
With each show, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour continues to unite fans, sparking joy and camaraderie as they travel far and wide to experience the magic of Swift’s live performances.