AAA: Labor Day Travel to be Slower, but not Bad
AAA on Friday, projected the number of Americans traveling on vacation this Labor Day weekend will be heavily impacted by when Labor Day falls on the calendar. Approximately 39.1 million travelers are expected to take a trip of 50 miles or more away from home, a decrease of 13.3 percent from 2008 when Labor Day travel was the highest this decade.
AirTran Airways Flies to the Islands?
AirTran Airways may soon be flying to the Bahamas, Jamaica and Aruba if the airline gets approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation. AirTran Airways has submitted an application seeking approval to provide service out of Orlando International Airport to Nassau, Bahamas; Montego Bay, Jamaica and the island of Aruba.
Crist Expresses Optimism in Florida’s Tourism Industry
Governor Charlie Crist at the opening of the 42nd Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism on Monday, expressed optimism in Florida’s tourism industry, notwithstanding the challenging economic conditions. Crist said that Florida remains one of the world’s leading tourist destinations and now is the time to collectively and creatively ensure promotional efforts connect with critical markets, essential for a rebound in the industry.
Sheraton’s Kimball selected to Florida’s Hall of Fame
Local tourism veteran and Pinellas County Tourist Development Council member Russ Kimball has been named to the Florida Tourism Hall of Fame. The announcement came last night at the opening reception for Visit Florida’s Governor’s Conference, the state tourism board’s annual state-of-the-industry conference taking place in Miami this week.
Sensational Shopping Sales Around the State
As summer winds down, sales across the Sunshine State are heating up. No matter whether you’re in the market for yourself or gearing your kids for school, shopping deals for every age can be found everywhere. Arm yourself with solid research on local sales and a proper plan to only purchase pieces that are priced just right, and you’ll find yourself satisfied with just how far a fashion dollar can stretch these days.
Tourism Pick Up Unlikely in 2010
“Just look at history,” said Overton, the resort’s chief operating officer. “The travel industry is the last to be affected and the last to recover. When we come out of it, travelers are ultra-conservative.”
American Grows Stronger in South Florida
Lima, Peru; San Jose, Costa Rica; and San Juan, Puerto Rico, Will All See Increased Service from Miami, and Port-au-Prince, Haiti, to See Increased Service from Fort Lauderdale in February 2010 A Fourth Daily Kingston, Jamaica, Flight Will Be Added and Service to San Pedro Sula, Honduras, Will See Increased Capacity in Summer 2010
Red Lobster Named Top Seafood Chain
Red Lobster is praised for its high-quality seafood and fresh fish
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