Local Guides

Insider tips straight from the source. Meet the Pensacola Local Guides

The Pensacola Local Guide is adventurous, charismatic, and has a deep appreciation for the Gulf of Mexico. They like cultural flavors, trying new things and notice the finite details of our area’s 460-year history. They know every single nook and cranny of this city and are excited to show its hidden treasures to all. Meet the team of creatives that showcase our destination best.

Vy Nguyen

I’m Vy Nguyen, born and raised in Pensacola, Florida. I’ve fallen in love more and more with Pensacola over the years as I’ve gotten older. I’ve enjoyed seeing the growth of Pensacola. I’m a huge foodie so I love to travel for FOOD, near and far. So supporting locals and being able to share my experiences, favorite dishes and hangout places is what I love to do most on a daily! I can talk about Pensacola and what we have to offer for hours if a stranger asked me about my home. I want everyone to know that Florida doesn’t…

@ngvyenxo

Sid Williams-Heath

Sid Williams-Heath moved to Northwest Florida in 2016, after his time based in New York City working for the Savannah College of Art and Design. He is Executive Director of the Pensacola Little Theatre and Pensacola Cultural Center. Williams-Heath serves on a number of local boards and organizations, including the Stamped Film Festival, Association of Fundraising Professionals, Pensacola Independent Arts Council, and Leadership Pensacola’s class of 2019. A graduate of Ole Miss and avid pageant judge since 2012, Sid knows a Hotty Toddy when he sees one. He and his husband, Dr. Nicklaus Heath, reside in the East Hill neighborhood of Pensacola.

@sidwilliamsheath

Brent Lane

Brent Lane has been on air in Pensacola on the Cat Pak Morning Show since 2005. Believing in success through service, Brent works to serve Pensacola. He has served as the Master of Ceremonies for the King and Queen of Spain. He leads thousands of people in the Annual Making Strides against Breast Cancer Walk. More than just the voice, Brent is actively involved in event planning and execution for these events. He has also actively worked to attract visitors to the Pensacola area through Visit Pensacola and Visit Florida. The host of more than 30 Tourism Videos, Brent is…

@brentlane

Oliver @ Clean Horizons

To inspire younger generations and their families to get involved in environmental actions and find ways to reduce their own plastic consumption, while promoting quality family time spent outdoors.

@clean.horizons

Benjamin ​“Trey” Petrose

“Trey was born and raised in Pensacola, Fl. He lived in Tallahassee, Fl while obtaining is bachelor’s degree in journalism and photography from Florida A&M University (FAMU). His passion for writing and photography led him to begin sharing his life and travel experiences on social media. He’s contributed to several personal blogs and has produced work that was used and shared by multiple corporations. You can find Trey at the gym during the week and brunch on the weekends. Because of his love of brunch and large network, he is often referred to as the King of Brunch. He gives…

@benjamintrey

Josh @ Beachbilly Lifestyle

Josh Brown has lived in Southwest Pensacola since 2009 with his wife and 3 sons. He is the founder of Beachbilly Lifestyle - an apparel company and television show. Growing up in the woods of Louisiana and Mississippi and then moving to Florida, Josh realized his love for both the country life and the beach bum lifestyle. With this Beachbilly Lifestyle was born in 2017. The purpose of his brand is to promote country living at the beach through clothing and educational television. You can learn the principles of being a Beachbilly from backyard gardening, raising chickens, beach conservation, fishing…

@beachbillylifestyle

Interested in becoming a Pensacola Local Guide? Visit Pensacola loves working with area natives who embody our brand and are passionate about inspiring people to travel more and experience our city like a local. We recognize that YOU know our area’s experiences and hidden gems more than anyone else. Sound like you? Then let’s work together!

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*Pensacola Local Guides are selected on a case by case basis. Criteria taken into consideration include social influence and community involvement. Visit Pensacola has the right to expel Pensacola Local Guides from the program without cause at any time.

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Perks of Being a Visit Pensacola Local Guide

  • Hosted experiences from our unique list of partners
  • Exposure on our marketing channels include social media and VisitPensacola.com
  • Opportunities to participate in Visit Pensacola marketing activities including Instagram Story takeovers, content production and more.

 

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  • Continue to share the good news, activities and experiences in our destination!
  • We ask that you tag @visitpensacola and hashtag #ExperiencePcola twice per month on your feed. We’ll be here to share it as well

 

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