Travel's Impact
Florida
In every state, travel strengthens economic growth, contributes to communities, and so much more. In Florida, travel creates jobs, boosts local economy and generates tax revenue benefitting all citizens.
Florida's Impact
Travel is an economic force, fueling growth and supporting the local economy and workforce in Florida.
Supports nearly
1.1M
Florida jobs
Generates
$9B
in state & local taxes
Contributes
$136.4B
to Florida's economy
Florida's
#4
employer
Our Recent Stops in Florida
We’ve been amplifying the industry’s impact across Florida by bringing together travel businesses, related stakeholders, the travel workforce and elected leaders to demonstrate first-hand how Travel Works for Florida.
Tampa Bay, FL
U.S. Representative Kathy Castor (FL-14) met with a diverse group of travel leaders in Tampa Bay, Florida to discuss issues facing the industry at a national and local level.
08/15/2024
Amelia Island, FL
U.S. Representative Aaron Bean (FL-04) met with over 20 local travel and hospitality leaders at the Courtyard Amelia Island in Florida to discuss the industry's most pressing issues.
08/09/2024
Coral Gables, FL
During a roundtable at the historic Biltmore Hotel, the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau held a roundtable discussion with former Rep. Donna Shalala and a diverse group of leaders from Florida's tourism industry to discuss the importance of travel to Miami's economy.
03/01/2019
Travel’s Impact Benefits Every State
See how travel plays a critical role in powering economic vitality in every state.
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