Top Florida Golf Courses for Group Outings

Florida boasts more golf courses than any other state—a veritable golfer’s paradise. And it’s no surprise.With the sun shining and the weather always

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Florida Catches the Food Hall Wave

These days, nearly every city in Florida seems to

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Armature Works food hall, with people sitting at a counter.

Florida DMO Professionals Talk Meeting Trends

Florida experienced another record-breaking year for tourism last year, welcoming 143.3 million visitors in 2025. That’s the word from Visit FLORIDA

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Carol Motley, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales & Services, Greater Miami CVB

Take a Coast-to-Coast Tour of Florida's Main Meetings Offerings

Writing about the Sunshine State for many years

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Why the Florida Keys Are a Bucket-List Destination for Meeting Groups

Just 70 miles south of Miami as you enter Key Largo, Florida

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The Sunshine State's Latest and Greatest Hotels, Renovations

According to Visit FLORIDA, in 2025, 75 hotels with 9,686 total rooms and over 210,800 square feet of meeting space opened up, including properties

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The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

Discovering Outdoor Opportunities for Groups in the Florida Panhandle

Emerald Coast, the Panhandle, the Forgotten Coast. There’s a reason this region of northwest Florida has so many nicknames. The Emerald Coast for its

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Sailing, Pensacola

Visiting a Palm Coast Favorite That Delivers for Meetings and Events

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

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Hammock Beach Golf Resort and Spa

Bradenton Provides a Fresh Florida Experience for Groups

The future is ripe with possibility for meetings and conventions in the Bradenton area, arguably one of southwest Florida’s best-kept secrets.Just a

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Pool at Palmetto Marriott Resort and Spa

Orlando World Center Marriott Dazzles With a Ballroom Makeover

Of course, the world’s largest Marriott is nestled in Orlando, Florida—the undisputed champion of meetings and events! This city buzzes with energy,

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Orlando World Center Marriott

Clearwater, Tampa and St. Pete Beach Offer Groups Sun, Sand and Stellar Service

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

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The Don CeSar

How to Plan a Successful Offsite Beach Event

When meeting in a coastal destination, attendees invariably want to

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The Latest Property Openings and Renovations in Florida (2025)

Meetings and events developments aren’t slowing down in Florida! Stay up to date on the latest news on new and renovated resorts and venues in

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Universal Stella Nova Resort lobby

Bryan Griffin Appointed New President and CEO of VISIT Florida

Bryan Griffin has been appointed the new president and CEO of VISIT Florida following a recommendation made by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and

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Bryan Griffin

7 Success Stories for Meetings in Florida—As Told by Planners

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

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The Don CeSar exterior, St. Pete Beach

How Chefs Use Florida’s Bounty to Create Memorable Culinary Experiences for Groups

From the catch of the day to key limes, there are many foods and ingredients that are distinctly Florida, and here’s how your attendees can land some

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Meal from Opal Sands Resort in Clearwater Beach

The Unique Allure of Florida's Panhandle for Meetings

Florida’s Panhandle—often simply referred to as “The Panhandle,” or the “Emerald Coast”—is an utterly unique region that blends Southern charm with

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Beach View Panama City Beach

Unique Outdoor Event Spaces for Your Next Florida Event

Meeting professionals flock to Florida for many reasons, but the No. 1 draw is often the weather, which allows for stunning outdoor events. Picture

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World Equestrian Center derby party

13 Unique Group Experiences in Florida That You Haven’t Tried

If you’ve already spoiled your group with Florida’s world-class golf courses, sun-drenched beaches, theme parks and a rocket launch at Cape Canaveral

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Salvador Dalí Museum, St. Petersburg

Florida Meetings Executives Share Latest Groups Trends and News

With so much development and major meetings continuing to choose Florida, there’s much to learn from the state’s top DMO executives. Here are their

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