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Visit Pensacola Search Committee Recommends President/CEO to Visit Pensacola Board of Directors Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020 The Visit Pensacola search committee has recommended Pamela Johnson as the next president/ CEO of the organization to the Visit Pensacola Board of Directors.
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Pensacola Filled with Cheer, Laughter and Glee This Winter Season Wednesday, January 29, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. With mild temperatures and winter deals on the horizon, this vacation destination has everything to offer people looking for a getaway this season. Here’s a roundup of everything happening throughout the winter season.
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Visit Pensacola Now Accepting Grant Applications for Events Taking Place May 1 - Sept. 30, 2020 Monday, Dec. 16, 2019 Twice a year, Visit Pensacola allocates funds from its annual budget to a grant program for local groups and organizations that coordinate events or visitor experiences with a demonstrated history of visitor impact or the significant potential to draw visitors to the area. The Visit Pensacola grant program’s main purpose is to attract visitors while engaging the local community with more experiences.
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Visit Pensacola Holiday Cube Set to Return Nov. 15; New Location Selected Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019 Visit Pensacola is pleased to announce the return of its Holiday Cube to Downtown Pensacola for the holiday season.
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Visit Pensacola Highlights Successes at Annual Meeting Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019
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Visit Pensacola Announces Interim President, Succession Plan Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2019 Visit Pensacola announced today that former county administrator Jack Brown will serve as the organization’s interim president.
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Pensacola Rich with Events and Vacation Deals this Holiday Season Monday, Oct. 14, 2019 With mild temperatures and winter deals on the horizon, this vacation destination has everything to offer people looking for a getaway this season. Here’s a roundup of everything happening throughout November.
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Visit Pensacola President Accepts CEO Position with Visit St. Pete/Clearwater Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2019 Steve Hayes, President of Visit Pensacola announced today he has accepted the position of President & CEO of Visit St. Pete/Clearwater in Pinellas County. |
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Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019 Premier Sailing League (PSL) USA has announced that Pensacola has been selected as its southern headquarters and will host a series of regattas Jan. – April 2020. |
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Pensacola International Airport Sees Record-Breaking 2 Million Passengers Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019 From October 2018 through August 2019, 2,025,273 passengers have arrived and departed at Pensacola International Airport, with approximately a month left until the fiscal year ends on Oct. 1. This breaks last year's record-setting year of 1,902,671 passengers at the end of the fiscal year. |
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Visit Pensacola Announces 2019-20 Grant Recipients Tuesday, Sept. 3, 2019 Visit Pensacola is pleased to announce its 2019-20 grant recipients for events taking place between Oct. 1, 2019 – April 30, 2020. |
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Northwest Florida Beaches to Operate Florida Welcome Center (US 231) Monday, July 1, 2019 Northwest Florida Beaches is pleased to announce the continued operation of the US 231 Florida Welcome Center, which was slated to close at the end of June 2019 as a result of the recent VISIT FLORIDA budget cuts. |
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Visit Pensacola to Cover Pensacola Beach Tolls for Blue Angels Airshow Weekend Tuesday, July 9, 2019 In anticipation of the Pensacola Beach Airshow featuring the Blue Angels traffic and safety concerns, Visit Pensacola will cover the tolls from Thursday, July 11 – Sunday, July 14. |
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Thursday, June 6, 2019 Visit Pensacola is excited to announce a new non-stop flight between Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Pensacola International Airport (PNS) on United Airlines beginning today, June 6, 2019. |
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Visit Pensacola Donates 1,500 Summer Experience Bags to Underserved Youth in Escambia County Thursday, May 30, 2019 Visit Pensacola celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week Thursday, May 9, by assembling and donating 1,500 Pensacola Experience Summer Bags to underserved youth in Escambia County during its annual Tourism Gives Back Day. |
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Pensacola Hot with Summer Events and Activities Tuesday, May 21, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of everything happening throughout the summer. |
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Why Travel Matters to the Pensacola Bay Area Friday, May 10, 2019 Visit Pensacola Celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week, Highlights Economic Successes |
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May Teeming with Events and Activities in Pensacola Wednesday, May 1, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of everything happening in May. |
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Tuesday, April 30, 2019 Twice a year, Visit Pensacola allocates funds from its annual budget to a grant program for local groups and organizations that coordinate events or visitor experiences with a demonstrated history of visitor impact or significant potential to draw visitors to the area. |
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Sunday, April 28, 2019 National Travel and Tourism Week 2019, the 36th annual celebration of the contributions and accomplishments of the U.S. travel industry, will take place May 5-11. |
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April Budding with Festivals and Events in Pensacola Thursday, March 21, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of everything happening in April. |
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Visit Pensacola Announces 2019 Grant Recipients Tuesday, March 5, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of everything happening in March. |
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March-ing Straight into Spring Fun; Pensacola Area Events Offer Enjoyment for All Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of everything happening in March. |
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Pensacola Beach Named to TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Top US Beaches Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019 TripAdvisor, the world’s largest travel site, announced today that Pensacola Beach is among its list of top US beaches. |
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Pensacola's Multicultural Past on Display During Black History Month Tuesday, Feb. 5, 2019 Visit Pensacola invites guests to explore Pensacola’s diverse history |
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Visit Pensacola Announces Launch of Pensacola Photo Trail Friday, Feb. 1, 2019 Visit Pensacola is excited to announce the launch of the Pensacola Photo Trail. Currently, the trail consists of 15 stops throughout Escambia County spanning Perdido Key, Pensacola Beach, Century and various neighborhoods throughout Pensacola. |
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February Packed with Events, Activities and More in Pensacola Thursday, Jan. 31, 2019 The Pensacola Bay Area is teeming with events, activities and more for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of everything happening in February. |
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Plan for Vacation Day is Here, See You in Pensacola Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2019 Every year more than half of Americans (52%) fail to use all their time off, creating a stockpile of 705 million unused vacation days. The most effective remedy for American workers who want to use more vacation days is better planning. Yet just over half (52%) of households set aside time to plan the use of their vacation time each year. |
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Tuesday, Jan. 22, 2019 The Mississippi Blues Commission announced that it will honor the legacy of the blues in Pensacola by dedicating it as an official stop on the Mississippi Blues Trail. |
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Visit Pensacola Now Accepting Event Grant Applications Monday, Dec.17, 2018 Visit Pensacola is now accepting event grant applications for events occurring between May 1 - September 30, 2019.
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Visit Pensacola Unveils Holiday Cube in Plaza de Luna Wednesday, Nov.20, 2018 Visit Pensacola celebrated the beginning of the holiday season by unveiling a highly anticipated holiday surprise, an eight-foot holiday cube in Plaza de Luna in Downtown Pensacola.
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Visit Pensacola Celebrates Fifth Annual Meeting, Numbers on the Rise Wednesday, Nov.14, 2018 At this year's FADMO Annual Meeting, Visit Pensacola along with meeting attendees will participate with Clean the World to create 1,500 hygiene kits for Gulf and Bay County, two counties severely impacted by Hurricane Michael.
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Visit Pensacola Celebrates Fifth Annual Meeting, Numbers on the Rise Wednesday, Oct.31, 2018 Visit Pensacola’s incoming board members, and officers were welcomed at last weeks annual meeting by staff, industry leaders, tourism partners, and community members. The annual meeting marks the beginning of a new fiscal year for the organization.
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Tuesday, Oct.30, 2018 Due to the effects of Hurricane Michael, the 18th Annual Thunder Beach Autumn Motorcycle Rally originally scheduled for Panama City Beach has been rescheduled Nov. 7-11, in Pensacola Beach, Fla.
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Hurricane Michael: Visit Pensacola Update Friday, Oct.12, 2018 Hurricane Michael has passed through Northwest Florida. In the aftermath, Pensacola is open and has hotel availability for anyone in need.
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Visit Pensacola Statement on Hurricane Michael Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018 In light of Hurricane Michael, Visit Pensacola is preparing and taking all precautions as the storm grows near for its staff, the community and visitors in the area. Below is important information regarding Hurricane Michael.
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Thursday, Oct. 4, 2018 Visit Pensacola is pleased to announce that it has been awarded Inweekly’s Best of the Coast Best Website and Runner-Up for Best Person to Follow on Instagram. InWeekly’s Best of the Coast began in September of 2000 and is one of the largest reader survey-based awards in Northwest Florida.
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Visit Pensacola Announces 2018-19 Grant Recipients Thursday, August 30, 2018 Twice a year, Visit Pensacola allocates funds from its annual budget to a grant program for local groups and organizations that coordinate events or visitor experiences.
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Visit Pensacola Calls for Board of Directors and Committee Members Thursday, August 23, 2018 October 1 marks the beginning of a new fiscal year for Visit Pensacola and the organization would like to invite members of the community to apply for open Board of Director and Committee positions.
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Visit Pensacola to Host Inaugural Pensacola Discovery Days Celebration Monday, August 13, 2018 Founded in August of 1559, Pensacola lays claim to America’s first settlement. Pensacola Discovery Days were established to celebrate the city’s grand history and to educate the community and its visitors.
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All Aboard! Pensacola Announces New Ferry Attraction Friday, June 16, 2018 Visit Pensacola is excited to announce the areas newest attraction, Pensacola Bay Cruises. |
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Important Information for National Travel and Tourism Week 2018 City Thriving with Activities Thanks to Tourism Tuesday, April 17, 2018
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Spring Events Highlight Pensacola Bay Area Quality of Place City Thriving with Activities Thanks to Tourism Wednesday, April 11, 2018
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Important Information for Tall Ships® Pensacola Fans Encouraged to Purchase Tickets in Advance; Start Planning for Weekend Event Tuesday, April 10, 2018
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Pensacola Beach Wins USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice 2018 Florida Best Beach Friday, April 6, 2018 Gulf Islands National Seashore Cited to Top Three |
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New Campaign Highlights Benefits of Escambia County Tourism Thursday, March 1, 2018 Website educates residents about tourism’s lesser-known impacts on education, infrastructure, public safety and more |
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Gulf Islands National Seashore Wins USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice 2018 Best Florida Attraction Friday, January 9, 2018 Visit Pensacola is pleased to share that the Gulf Islands National Seashore has been named USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice 2018 Best Florida Attraction. |
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It's Time to "Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler" in Pensacola Thursday, December 28, 2017 Prepare for swarms of bead and MoonPies, passionate krewes and extravagant parades |
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Pensacola's Multicultural Past on Display During Black History Month Wednesday, December 27, 2017 Visit Pensacola invites guests to explore Pensacola's diverse history |
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Pensacola Tall Ships Challenge Gulf Coast 2018 Tickets to Go on Sale in January Wednesday, December 27, 2017 Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities available |
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Prepare to Enter a Galaxy Far, Far, Away at Pensacon February 23-25 Tuesday, December 26, 2017 A stellar lineup of stars, including characters from international hits like “Harry Potter,” “Star Trek,” “Game of Thrones,” and “Doctor Who.” |
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Wednesday, December 20, 2017 For those seeking a low-key way to unwind in winter – Pensacola’s award-winning National Park offers miles of unobstructed beach views and easy access to the Gulf |
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Pensacola Bay Area: A Birding Enthusiast's Paradise Wednesday, December 20, 2017 Grab Your Binoculars and Birding Book and Go on a Treasure Hunt for Birds in the Pensacola Bay Area this Spring |
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Jingle All the Way to the Pensacola Bay Area this Winter Thursday, November 30, 2017 Area continues to boast award-winning events, beaches and activities |
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Hey Chicago, What Do You Say? You Can Travel to the Pensacola Bay Area with Ease This Spring! Monday, November 27, 2017 Pensacola International Airport boasts new record and receives increases in frequency for flight schedule |
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Monday, November 27, 2017 Pensacola International Airport boasts new record and receives increases in frequency for flight schedule |
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Travelers can now Visit the Pensacola Bay Area with Added Ease this SpringMonday, November 27, 2017 Pensacola International Airport boasts new record and receives increases in frequency for flight schedule |
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Visit Pensacola Welcomes 1,200+ Riders to the Southeast H.O.G. Rally Oct. 31 - Nov. 4Friday, October 27, 2017 Businesses and residents are encouraged to extend a warm welcome and “Look Twice for Motorcycles” to help ensure safety for all. |
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Visit Pensacola Welcomes New Fiscal Year, Highlights Tourism SuccessesWednesday, October 25, 2017 Visit Pensacola’s incoming board members and officers were welcomed at Thursday’s annual meeting by staff, industry leaders, tourism partners and community members. |
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Pensacola Announced as Official Host Port of Tall Ships Challenge Gulf Coast 2018September 20, 2017 Visit Pensacola, Escambia County’s Destination Management Organization, announced earlier this month that the city is slated as an official host port for the Tall Ships Challenge Gulf Coast 2018. |
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Hungry? Can't decide? You don't have to, Pensacola has something for all taste budsAugust 23, 2017 Buttery, smoky oysters, wood-fired locally caught lionfish and what's that? A fried green tomato topped with crab meat, bacon and a shallot-champagne vinaigrette... |
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Planning your Honeymoon? TripAdvisor says look no further!August 2, 2017 Candlelit dinner on the waterfront. Hot-stone massages while listening to the waves crash. Sunset dolphin cruises. Need we go on? It’s no wonder why Trip Advisor named Pensacola to the 15 best honeymoon.... |
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Looking for Florida's best? You'll find it in PensacolaJuly 11, 2017 The Pensacola Bay Area continues to prove to be a destination vacation through recent accolades. Known most well for its sugar white beaches, voted to the 10 Best Beaches in Florida by Conde Nast to be exact... |
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Pensacola Bay Bridge Project Set to BeginJune 29, 2017 Pensacola Bay Area visitors can now plan effortlessly for an all-encompassing vacation to the region. For those looking to explore more than the sugar white beaches, the Pensacola Bay Bridge Project will... |
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Visit Pensacola Hosts Second Hospitality Luncheon in Celebration of National Travel & Tourism WeekMay 12, 2017 For the second year in a row Visit Pensacola celebrated National Travel and Tourism Week by honoring members of the hospitality community with a luncheon at Skopelo’s at New World Inn. President... |
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Visit Pensacola Calls for Hospitality HeroesApril 20, 2017 National Travel and Tourism Week takes place nationwide May 7-13, 2017. |
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Visit Pensacola Rallies in Support of Travel and TourismApril 10, 2017 National Travel and Tourism Week takes place nationwide May 7-13, 2017. Pensacola’s tourism impact to be spotlighted. |
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Visit Pensacola Releases New Grant ApplicationsMarch 7, 2017 The grant process is set in place to help local events with marketing dollars and ensure proper use of TDT funding. |
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Southwest and American Airlines Offering New Flights from PensacolaJanuary 10, 2017 Visit Pensacola is pleased to share that the American Airline non-stop to Washington, D.C. is back year-round and Southwest Airlines will begin offering non-stop weekend service to Denver... |
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Visit Pensacola celebrates the discovery of a third 16th-century shipwreck from Tristan de Luna's Spanish fleet in PensacolaJanuary 10, 2017 The Emanuel Point III, found by the University of West Florida archaeology program in Pensacola Bay, is the newest piece to the puzzle of a nearly 500-year-old mystery |
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Pensacola Visitor Center to Launch In-House EventsJanuary 5, 2017 Visit Pensacola is excited to announce several events happening in their visitor centers..... |
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It's Time to Escape to PensacolaDecember 13, 2017 If your mood is as cold and gloomy as the scene outside your window right now, don’t worry. You’re in good company. And Visit Pensacola is here to help... |
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Make Plans Now to Attend Pensacola Feb. 17-19December 12, 2016 Visit Pensacola announces stellar lineup of stars, including characters from international hits like “Harry Potter,” “Star Wars,” “Star Trek,” “Game of Thrones,” “Doctor Who,” and “The X-Files” |