Tourists Are Still Coming To Northwest Florida

The Pensacola News Journal ran an article today that reported many visitors are "sticking around" despite the oil that's being washed ashore on Pensacola Beach:

Instead of dipping in the Gulf, the Turner family went to the Pensacola Naval Air Station, saw the lighthouse and shopped at Cordova Mall.

"My wife and two children have taken it all in stride," Turner said. "We knew there was oil here, but we came anyway, and I'm glad we did."

To read more, check out the article here.

Like the Turner family in Pensacola, tourists are finding other off-beach activities to enjoy. Our upcoming summer issue of Condo Owner will feature more off-beach activities that you and your renters can enjoy.

Also, Panama City Beach is showcasing its distinctive on-shore offerings by launching SUMMER OF FUN, a season-long, city-wide beach celebration.

According to PCBDaily.com, from July 1 through Labor Day weekend (Sept. 6, 2010), Panama City Beach is hosting a series of street festivals, outdoor movies, fireworks displays and more.

Panama City Beach is rolling out the red carpet for its visitors with REAL.FUN.RANDOM ACTS OF APPRECIATION., a program thanking visitors for choosing the destination in various ways, whether it is picking up the tab for dinner or paying for a round of mini-golf.

“We strongly encourage visitors to continue with their plans to enjoy their vacation here in Panama City Beach and support those whose livelihoods are directly connected to our tourism industry,” said Dan Rowe, president/CEO of the Panama City Beach Convention and Visitors Bureau. “We are, quite simply, one of the most fun destinations in the world and our focus is ensuring that when visitors come they have a truly great time.”

You can find out more information about the program here.