April 1, 2024
Known as “The Horse Capital of the World,” Ocala and Marion County are centrally located with venues to delight event attendees, says Loretta Shaffer, tourism development director. “Ocala/Marion County has more than 700 horse farms set among vast expanses of green rolling …
April 1, 2024
Event planners looking to host their event amid a paradise of natural springs and forests should look no further than Lake City, also known as “Florida’s Springlands,” says Clint Pittman, interim director of Columbia County Tourism Development Council. “We offer a variety of beautiful, natural, and …
April 1, 2024
Jacksonville offers planners something different, says Jeanne Goldschmidt, director of convention sales for Visit Jacksonville. “We are the ‘flip side’ of Florida. We are the most affordable meeting city in the state and can often accommodate tight schedules and budgets. Our experienced …
April 1, 2024
Florida’s Historic Coast has much to offer planners looking for a distinctive meeting and event experience, says Susan Phillips, president and CEO of St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra, & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau. “We offer the culture and history of America’s oldest continuously …
April 1, 2024
More than just the “World’s Most Famous Beach,” Daytona Beach is a premiere year-round meeting destination that seamlessly blends business and leisure, says Linda McMahon, director of sales for Daytona Beach Area CVB. “Boasting 230 days of sunshine annually, 23 miles of iconic white-sand …
April 1, 2024
This unparalleled meeting destination, set on 13 miles of pristine beaches, offers many resources for meeting planners, says Paul Beirnes, vice president of Amelia Island CVB. “Celebrating Southern charm, attention to detail, and a commitment to meeting success, Amelia Island offers a wide range of accommodations and meeting space, whether …
April 1, 2024
Florida’s capital city offers special charm, historic character, and cultural richness that make it an exceptional destination for meeting and event planners, with such historic downtown landmarks as the Old Capitol and Governor’s Mansion. The city provides natural beauty, abundant parks, and outdoor spaces …
April 1, 2024
Panama City Beach is an increasingly favored destination for smaller meetings, says Steve Bailey, vice president of sales at Visit Panama City Beach. “With 27 miles of pristine white-sand beaches and a charming locale, we offer friendly, hospitable service with the expertise and resources of a location that …
April 1, 2024
The Destin and Fort Walton Beach area is a dream destination, with sugar-white sand beaches and emerald-green waters, according to Melissa Read, general manager, Destin-Fort Walton Beach Convention Center. “For those eager to experience the perks of a coastal getaway, we offer water and …
April 1, 2024
Home to four state parks, a 15,000-acre state forest, and 200 miles of hiking and biking trails, South Walton County offers plenty of wide-open spaces for visitors to enjoy, says Karen Morris, CMP, director of sales, Visit South Walton. “South Walton County has the …
