The 10 best vacation destinations in Florida: report
Choosing where to vacation in Florida is a challenge because there is so much to see and do. Here are the best cities to vacation in!
Gov. DeSantis vetoes Florida bill aimed at regulating vacation rentals
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday vetoed a measure aimed at regulating vacation rentals, saying the proposal would create "bureaucratic red tape" for local officials.
Here are affordable summer vacation destinations for 2024
Most Americans are planning a trip this summer amid rising travel costs and soaring inflation, and some are willing to make financial sacrifices to enjoy a nice vacation, but deals on getaways are available.
Indian Rocks Beach leaders urge DeSantis to veto vacation rental bill
Spring break is in full swing, and many visitors may be staying in vacation rentals.
Spring break brings numerous travelers to Bay Area
It’s officially Spring Break season, which means an estimated three million travelers through Tampa International Airport.
Pinellas commissioners approve development changes to John's Pass
It’s a tourist attraction in the Tampa Bay Area, and changes could be on the way.
Sarasota vacation rental regulations expanded citywide
Charles Morris has called Gillespie Park in Sarasota his home for more than 15 years.
Snowbird Extravaganza returned to Lakeland after 3 year break due to pandemic
Where else in Florida could you see Canada’s "Polka King" performing live?
2.49 million passengers flew in and out of St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport in 2023
The Tampa Bay area is expecting a lot of visitors this weekend with plans to attend Gasparilla and WWE’s Royal Rumble. Visitors are nothing new, and more and more people are coming to the area, setting records.
Tampa Bay Sports Commission touts tourism as it looks toward future
If the sun and sand weren't enough, add sporting events to the top of Tampa's list of tourist draws.
Visit Tampa Bay's ad campaigns in cold weather states increasing wintertime tourism
Travel to the Tampa Bay area saw an uptick on Tuesday, with tourism leaders hoping the holiday season helps the year go out with a bang.
Tampa rebounded from pandemic faster than any city in the country, industry report says
New numbers show that Tampa has rebounded from the COVID-19 pandemic faster than any city in the country – in the tourism and convention business, according to an industry report.
Clearwater organization to open Florida’s first tourism business incubator
Tourism is Florida’s top industry and Clearwater is seeing record numbers and growth.
Visitors spend almost $7 billion in 2022, Pinellas County breaking tourism records
According to Visit St. Pete Clearwater, Pinellas County’s tourism and marketing group, 15.4 million people visited Pinellas in 2022.
Search suspended for man who jumped overboard Carnival cruise ship off Florida coast: officials
The US Coast Guard has suspended the search for a man who jumped overboard a Carnival cruise ship off the coast of Florida over the weekend. Officials said Jaylen Hill, 30, reportedly jumped overboard the Carnival Elation as the ship was on its way back to Jacksonville, Florida, following a four-day trip to the Bahamas.
Titanic expedition highlights risk of deep-sea tourism, experts say
The Coast Guard now believes the submersible Titan had a "catastrophic implosion." The announcement came after debris from the submersible carrying five people to the Titanic's wreckage was discovered.
1.44 million Canadians flock to Florida during 2023's first quarter, tourism officials say
Travel to Florida from Canada has nearly returned to pre-pandemic levels, but visa issues continue to complicate the state’s efforts to draw overseas visitors, according to tourism officials.
Celebrity Cruises norovirus outbreak leaves more than 175 sick, CDC says
Those who became ill suffered symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal cramps, vomiting and headaches.
Florida reports record tourism numbers ahead of busy summer travel season
Florida is breaking records for tourism in 2023. The Tampa Bay area is one of the largest destinations in the state.
Visit Tampa Bay social media efforts play role in helping boost tourism in Tampa
Not so long ago, any number of local events and festivals – like a lantern parade on the Tampa Riverwalk – would have been unimaginable.