Corporate News

Second Quarter Visitation Number Equals 20.1 Million
August 18, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA®, the official tourism marketing corporation for the state of Florida, estimated 20.1 million people visited the Sunshine State during the second quarter of 2009 (April-June), reflecting a 9.4 percent decrease over the same period last year
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Selling the Sunshine: 42nd Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism-New 24-hour Format Designed to Save Time and Money
August 4, 2009
The 42nd Annual Governor's Conference on Tourism will be held August 23-24, 2009 at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach resort. The Governor's Conference provides the opportunity for members of the travel industry from across Florida to learn the latest in mark
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VISIT FLORIDA® Announces New Ex Officio Board Members
July 20, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA is pleased to announce the new ex officio members for the 2009-2010 fiscal year Board of Directors.
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VISIT FLORIDA Releases First Quarter 2009 Visitation Estimates
May 15, 2009
Preliminary estimates* of visitors to Florida for the first quarter of 2009 (January – March), released by VISIT FLORIDA®, the official tourism marketing corporation for the State of Florida, show an estimated 21.9 million travelers visited the Sunshin
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Statement is Issued by VISIT FLORIDA's Richard Goldman
May 13, 2009
The following statement is issued by Richard Goldman, VISIT FLORIDA® Chairman of the Board.
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Governor Crist Endorses Viva Florida! Program
May 12, 2009
More than 500 years of Spanish history in Florida celebrated
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VISIT FLORIDA® Wants Floridians to “Share a Little Sunshine”
May 12, 2009
Inspirational campaign effort has potential to infuse much needed revenue into Florida’s economy.
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New Campaign Calls Floridians to Act Now to Help Florida’s Economy
May 11, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA®, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, will be launching an exciting, new campaign May 12, in conjunction with National Tourism Week.
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VISIT FLORIDA® Selects DDB Miami to Help Position Florida as the No. 1 Travel Destination in the World
May 11, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, announces today that DDB Miami will serve as its new general market agency of record for advertising, beginning July 1, 2009.
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Viva Florida! Media Alert
May 10, 2009
Viva Florida! News Conference Media Alert
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Corporate Realignment
May 8, 2009
The following statement is issued by Richard Goldman, VISIT FLORIDA Chairman of the Board.
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VISIT FLORIDA is actively monitoring the current swine influenza situation in the United States
May 4, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA is actively monitoring the current H1N1/A (swine influenza)situation in the United States.
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VISIT FLORIDA Launches New Website for Meetings Professionals
April 9, 2009
This website and its sister site, www.meetings.VISITFLORIDA.com, are focused on encouraging and enabling meeting planners and travel suppliers to plan and hold meetings in the Sunshine State.
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Governor Crist Appoints Eight to the Florida Commission on Tourism
April 8, 2009
Governor Crist Appoints Eight to the Florida Commission on Tourism
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Possible Road Closures Due to Flooding
April 7, 2009
The following information was posted as a Florida Travel Advisory on VISITFLORIDA.com on April 7, 2009.
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Nominations Open for the 2009 Florida Tourism Hall of Fame and the Tourism Honor Roll
March 9, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA announces a call for nominations for the 2009 Florida Tourism Hall of Fame and the Tourism Honor Roll.
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Florida’s 2008 Visitation Number Equals 82.5 Million
February 16, 2009
According to preliminary* estimates released today by VISIT FLORIDA, the state’s official tourism marketing corporation, an estimated 82.5 million visitors came to Florida in 2008, a decrease of 2.3 percent.
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Statement is issued by Richard Goldman, VISIT FLORIDA Chairman of the Board.
February 12, 2009
The following statement is issued by Richard Goldman, VISIT FLORIDA Chairman of the Board.
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Statement is issued by Bud Nocera, VISIT FLORIDA President and CEO to clarify the contract between VISIT FLORIDA and USA800
February 11, 2009
The following statement is issued by Bud Nocera, VISIT FLORIDA President and CEO to clarify the contract between VISIT FLORIDA and USA800
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VISIT FLORIDA® Takes Top Honors at the 2008 Adrian Awards
January 30, 2009
FLORIDA’s newly-launched interactive Web site, VISITFLORIDA.com, the integrated marketing “Sunshine” campaign and VISIT FLORIDA consumer experts campaign received gold, silver and bronze awards, respectively, at this year’s Adrian Awards.
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The following statement is issued by Richard Goldman, VISIT FLORIDA® Chairman of the Board in response to Governor Crist’s budget decision today
January 27, 2009
The entire tourism industry, representing nearly 1 million employees, stands united today in recognizing Governor Crist for restoring $9.9 million in funding to VISIT FLORIDA.
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VISIT FLORIDA Demonstrates Corporate Social Responsibility
January 5, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA, encouraged attendees of the Luxury Travel Expo in Las Vegas to take a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of the tradeshow floor to pick up a paint brush and help brighten the worlds of hospital patients.
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2008 Second Quarter Visitation Numbers Released by VISIT FLORIDA®
January 1, 2009
The total number of tourists visiting Florida during the second quarter of 2008 increased by 1.2 percent compared to the same period in 2007.
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Third Quarter Visitation Number Equals 19.8 Million
November 17, 2008
Preliminary estimates* of visitors to Florida for the third quarter of 2008 (July-September), released by VISIT FLORIDA®, the official tourism marketing corporation for the state of Florida, show an estimated 19.8 million people visited the Sunshine Stat
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VISIT FLORIDA® Conducts First Trade Advisory Board Meeting
November 13, 2008
VISIT FLORIDA, held its first Trade Advisory Board Meeting.
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VISIT FLORIDA® Announces New Contract to Increase Chinese Visitation to the Sunshine State
October 16, 2008
China is rapidly becoming one of the most important tourism markets in the world and Florida is uniquely positioned to become an increasingly popular destination for Chinese travelers.
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VISIT FLORIDA® Announces Partnership with UK Children’s Publication
July 16, 2008
VISIT FLORIDA announces a new partnership with First News, the widest read weekly children's publication in Britain.
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VISIT FLORIDA® Announces New Board of Directors
June 19, 2008
VISIT FLORIDA®, the state's official tourism marketing corporation, has announced its new Board of Directors.
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VISIT FLORIDA Unveils State's First Ever Large Print Transportation Map
June 3, 2008
Florida's first large print transportation map
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VISIT FLORIDA Announces Corporate Social Responsibility Program
May 29, 2008
Through their Meeting Professionals Program, Florida has taken the lead in adopting the first statewide program in the country to promote Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) opportunities to meeting professionals
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2008 First Quarter Visitation Numbers Released by VISIT FLORIDA
May 15, 2008
Preliminary estimates of visitors to Florida show an estimated 23.8 million people visited the Sunshine State in the first quarter of 2008.
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Four Florida Airports Named in Model Ports Program
April 29, 2008
The U.S. Custom and Border Control (CBP) is receiving praise for expanding its signature "Model Ports" program.
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Feature Leads

Unique Florida Beaches
November 5, 2009
Come enjoy some of the most unique beaches Florida has to offer!
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Welcome to Spookaween!
October 29, 2009
This year celebrate Halloween Florida style!
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Beachfront Shopping Offers Style, Charm, Beautiful Scenery
October 22, 2009
A relaxing beach vacation is hard to beat. However, locations that offer beachfront shopping can make for an even more memorable trip.
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Extraordinary Shelling – Uncover Florida’s Hidden Treasures
October 15, 2009
If you've never been shelling along Florida's beautiful coastline, you're missing out!
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Florida Fun for Man’s Best Friend
October 8, 2009
Every member of the family can enjoy the sites and sounds of Florida at select pet-friendly locations.
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Family Fun in Florida
October 1, 2009
This fall, take the family to Florida for the ultimate adventure.
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Awaken Your Senses, Rejuvenate Your Soul
September 24, 2009
Give yourself a well-deserved break and escape to one of Florida’s revitalizing spas.
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Island Golfing
September 17, 2009
You don’t have to resort to miniature golfing to golf on an island.
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The Best, the Brightest and the Restored
September 10, 2009
Florida has some of the most impressive and unique lighthouses in the world. You haven’t fully experienced Florida until you’ve visited a lighthouse.
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Beach Hiking
September 4, 2009
What happens when you combine Florida’s beautiful beaches with its scenic hiking trails? Go beach hiking and you’ll find out.
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Cool Off in One of Florida’s Natural Springs
August 27, 2009
Beat the heat by visiting one of Florida’s natural springs. Unlike summer swimming pools, springs maintain a cool, refreshing temperature through the entire summer.
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Escape to St. Augustine for a Romantic Evening
August 20, 2009
Escape to the oldest city in the United States for an elegant evening of romance - discover the charm and character of St. Augustine.
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Experience Southern Seafood at its Best
August 11, 2009
Summer is here and so is southern seafood at its best.
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ARRR! Bring Out the Pirate in Ya!
July 30, 2009
Hoist the anchor and set the sails for Florida – It’s time to discover your inner pirate!
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Swim with the Dolphins
July 8, 2009
This summer, find yourself in good company with one of man’s best friends – a dolphin. You could easily spend all day with these fun and lovable mammals and in Florida, there are plenty of locations for interactions.
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Meet a Sea Turtle
July 1, 2009
Have you ever wanted to meet some of Florida’s magnificent sea turtles? Then take a tour on a Florida beach with the experts. Now is the best time of the year to go turtle walking.
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A new way to Spring Break
February 24, 2009
Bid on an ultimate spa getaway, a chance to swim with the dolphins or a bed-and-breakfast retreat on VISITFLORIDA.com’s vacation auction.
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Celebrating Food in Florida
February 24, 2009
Although you may know the Sunshine State for waves and sandy shores, there are numerous award-winning food festivals throughout the year that draw quite a crowd.
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View Florida through the eyes of Artists
February 24, 2009
With all of its natural wonder, it is no surprise that Florida has become an artist’s playground.
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Airboating Your Way Through Florida
December 9, 2008
Discover a truly unique, eco-friendly way of exploring some of Florida’s many swamplands.
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Enjoy a Launch Now While You Still Can!
December 9, 2008
Time is running out to see a Space Shuttle launch at the Kennedy Space Center.
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History Never Felt So Comfortable
December 9, 2008
The meeting ground between history and luxury in Florida can be defined by a select few of its magnificent resorts.
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Art in Abundance
October 9, 2008
Florida’s arts festivals are like turkey dinners on Thanksgiving Day, numerous and everyone wants to be at one.
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If You Like Top Gun, You’ll Love This
October 9, 2008
Feel the roar of the engines overhead and get up close and personal with war birds and other airplanes from the past, present and future by visiting any of Florida’s many aviation museums.
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Exploring Florida is an Adventure!
October 9, 2008
Leave the planning to the guides and get ready for an adventure-filled, whirlwind tour of Florida.
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Float Over Florida
October 9, 2008
Break away from the land and the sea and experience the Sunshine State from a whole new perspective.
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Feature News

Explore Florida Outdoors-Hot Deals
November 5, 2009
Find out about this Fall’s Outdoor Hot Deals and Specials
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Florida Encounter Connects Meetings Professionals with State’s Top Meetings Industry Suppliers
October 23, 2009
Meeting Planners Find Florida’s Best Resorts and Destinations at One Event
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Florida Highways Some of the Best to Explore Florida Outdoors
October 23, 2009
Explore Florida's great outdoors using the Sunshine State's scenic highways.
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Explore Florida Outdoors
October 12, 2009
Get outdoors this fall and discover all the Sunshine State has to offer
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What’s New in Florida – Fall 2009
August 7, 2009
Exciting Events and Exhibits, Innovative Openings and Renovations
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TripAdvisor Ranks Florida Beaches Best in the U.S.
June 11, 2009
Florida beaches received the No. 1, 2, 3 and 9 rankings on TripAdvisor for Best Beaches in the U.S. TripAdvisor, the world's most popular and largest travel community, made the announcement this week in its newsletter, TripWatch. Pinellas County’s Fort
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Florida Beaches Continue to Rank On Annual List
May 22, 2009
Siesta Beach and Cape Florida State Park Make Dr. Beach’s Top Ten Beaches of 2009
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What’s New in Florida – Summer 2009
April 6, 2009
Exciting events, exhibits, attractions, openings and renovations.
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Happy 490th Birthday Don Pedro Menéndez de Avilés
February 19, 2009
16th Century Ball Celebrates City’s Spanish Cultural Heritage To commemorate a 490th birthday, you need a special party and the City of St. Augustine has just such an event.
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King and Queen of Spain To Visit Pensacola For Its 450th Anniversary
February 17, 2009
King Juan Carlos I And Queen Sofía Will Visit Historic Florida City Feb. 18-19
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What’s New in Florida -- Spring 2009
February 10, 2009
This spring, enjoy a wave of new festivals and events, elegant exhibits and exciting attractions. Also, be sure to check out Florida’s impressive venue renovations and openings.
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Father and Son Florida Football Escape
January 14, 2009
While the teams of the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC) battle it out to determine who will make it to the clash of titans, Jim Jurgensen from Cedar Rapids, Iowa is packing his bags for Tampa, Florida and heade
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Teeing Off in the Sunshine State Just Got Easier
January 8, 2009
VISIT FLORIDA Launches New Golf Web Site
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Bridezilla? On a Budget?
January 1, 2009
Plan the wedding of your dreams and save money by taking advantage of Florida’s unique, versatile off-season and its destinations’ special package deals. Wedding vendors in Florida offer seasonal discounts, all-inclusive packages and affordable prices
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The Spooktacular Side of the Sunshine State
January 1, 2009
Ghost Tours Haunt Florida This Fall
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What’s New in Florida – Fall 2008
January 1, 2009
Exciting Events and Exhibits, Innovative Openings and Renovations
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So You Think You Know Florida? Think Again!
November 24, 2008
New VISIT FLORIDA® guide, Been There, Haven't Done That, showcases lesser-known Florida experiences
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Footloose and Fancy Free in Florida
October 9, 2008
Stretch Your Summer Vacation Dollar Further With VISITFLORIDA.com
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The Sunshine State’s Sand and Surf Make Waves
October 9, 2008
Four Florida Beaches Named Best in the U.S.
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Surprises Await in The Sunshine State in 2008
October 9, 2008
Sneak a Peak at New Florida Attractions
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Florida Tourism Goes Green
October 9, 2008
Florida Tourism Goes Green
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Florida Beach Named Best in America by Dr. Beach
October 9, 2008
Sunshine State’s Beaches Take Three Top Spots in Top 10 List
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Sunshine State Classics Can’t Be Touched
October 9, 2008
Age-Old Florida Attractions Still Fun for All Generations
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A “Purr-fect” Vacation for the Whole Family
October 9, 2008
Florida Hosts Pets in Top-Notch Luxury
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What’s New in Florida—Winter 2008
October 9, 2008
Exciting Events and Exhibits, Innovative Openings and Renovations
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Celebrate National Recreation & Parks Month with Expert Advice
October 9, 2008
VISIT FLORIDA® Outdoor Expert Provides Insight into State Parks
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Take Your Meetings from Ordinary to Extraordinary
October 9, 2008
Save Time and Money at Florida’s Original Meetings Appointment Trade Show
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