Nearly 30,000 animal health-care leaders converged for Veterinary Meeting & Expo’s 2026 World Classic: Champions of Care in Orlando.

New hotels and renovations on the Florida meetings scene.

Nestled on the pristine shores of the Atlantic Ocean just south of Florida’s historic city of St. Augustine, Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is an East Coast treasure that delivers unforgettable experiences. 

Three meeting planners share their experiences hosting events in three sunny and sandy Florida destinations—Clearwater, Tampa and St. Petersburg.

Ideas for group fun in the most popular meeting spots across Florida’s Panhandle. 

Arguably one of southwest Florida’s best-kept secrets, the Bradenton area is ripe with possibility for meetings and incentive programs. 

From theme parks to speakeasies, music venues and more, elevate your next meeting or convention with these only-in-Orlando activities. 

Learn more about the newly unveiled Disney Creative Studio, designed to support Disney's meetings sector, providing resources for meeting professionals to organize conventions, events and incentive programs.

We spoke with three planners who designed incentive programs to remember in Orlando, Clearwater and Miami that might help inspire your next program. 

From sunny weather to top hotels, attractions and restaurants, we spoke to planners about the many reasons they choose Florida for events—and why you should, too.