<P> Seaway invested in new lighting and telephone systems, computer systems throughout, repairs to the pool, furnishings, a complete guestroom renovation program and also remodeled a space into a state - of - the - art health club and spa . At the 1926 gala opening of the Miami Biltmore Country Club, Dr. Frank Crane predicted that "many people will come and go, but this structure will remain a thing of lasting beauty ." He was right and in 1996, the hotel celebrated yet another milestone in its illustrious history--the 70th anniversary of this grand South Florida monument and an official designation by the Federal Government as a National Historic Landmark, an elite title offered to only 3% of all historic structures on the National Register of Historic Places . </P> <P> In February 2009 the Biltmore opened its very own Culinary Academy . The Biltmore Culinary Academy is a recreational hands - on cooking school with classes for adults and children taught by the hotel's chefs . The 3 - hour signature hands - on class holds up to eight students and finishes with a meal made up of recipes made in class . </P> <P> The Biltmore is surrounded by the Biltmore Golf Course, an 18 - hole, par 71, championship course designed by Donald Ross . Amenities include a full practice facility, private instruction, and pro shop . </P> <P> Reopened in November, 2007 following a $5 million investment, the resort's Donald Ross - designed course was restored and updated by noted architect Brian Silva . The original 1925 routing was retained, but all greens, tees and bunkers were reconstructed and grassed to contemporary standards . Course drainage was improved and a new irrigation system was installed . </P>

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