Bed Tax Collectors: Visitor Guide FREE Listing Just A Click Away
Bed tax collectors have until June 24 to complete your FREE accommodation listing information in the Official 2011-2012 South Walton Visitors Guide. The South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC) needs your updated listing information. The Guide is sent as the primary fulfillment piece for all visitor inquiries and has a shelf-life of approximately 13 months. An initial run of 75,000 copies will be printed. Although reprints will be ordered as needed, NO EDITS or ADDITIONS will be made for the entire year. This is your ONLY opportunity to be in this guide. Click here to complete the form with your listing information.
National Rip Current Awareness Week is June 5-11
Rip currents are the leading surf hazard for all beachgoers and account for more than 80% of beach rescues each year. Rip currents are powerful channels of fast-moving water that can be found along any shore that has breaking waves. They are very common in Florida and can be found along our beaches at any time during the year. Look for:
Vision Airlines Launches SkyVision Magazine
X3 Brands LLC and Vision Airlines presented the inaugural issue of SkyVision Magazine, the official quarterly in-flight publication of Vision Airlines, aboard the Solaris dining and entertainment cruise yacht in the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Marina at a reception in early June.
All Vision Airlines flights fly in and out of their hub, Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS). According to David Meers, the company will announce expanded routes and many more destinations in the South and other regions in the near future. Featuring modest advertising rates compared to regional and local media,SkyVision provides a powerful advantage for in-flight and extended market reach for businesses of every size and budget. For more information about SkyVision Magazine, contact X3 Brands LLC at 800-385-0449 or visit SkyVisionMag.com to register for a free digital on-line version of the magazine. For Vision Airlines information and reservation services, call 877-359-2538 or visit VisionAirlines.com.
Brand Roll-Out Workshop Recap
The TDC hosted workshops yesterday presenting more on the continued evolution of the new South Walton brand. Logo colors were presented, along with inaugural print and radio ads to begin running in September. The process is entering the final phase, with minor enhancements being made. Thanks to all who attended. We appreciate your involvement in the process!
Thank You, Biophiliacs!
Thanks to all who turned out last Friday for the grand opening of the E.O. Wilson Biophilia Center in Freeport. The Center is open to the public Friday - Sunday through August 31, then on Saturdays from September 1 through May 31. For more information regarding hours, fees and programs, visit eowilsoncenter.org. The TDC has rack cards available to display at your business. Please contact Jami Ray to have them delivered. (Pictured: Lisa Miller displays a hawk to an enraptured audience.)
TDC Beach Crew Member Recognized for Heroic Actions
Johnathan Hastings of the TDC's beach maintenance team, was presented a public service award by the South Walton Fire District for his actions in reporting the fire at the Inlet Beach Access on May 6. It was only his second day of work when Johnathan noticed smoke at the Inlet Beach boardwalk, and not only alerted the fire department, but also roused the couple sleeping in the structure next door to alert them of danger. A native of Bay Minette, Alabama, Johnathan is a student at the University of South Alabama where he is pursuing a degree in mechanical engineering. This is his second summer with the TDC, and he is a genuine asset to the beach maintenance team. (Pictured: Johnathan Hastings and SWFD Fire Chief Rick Talbert)
Loyal Fall Visitors Wanted for Story
Although it's not yet officially summer, we’re already thinking ahead to fall. The TDC’s public relations firm, Curley & Pynn, is crafting a news release to promote visitation to South Walton during the fall shoulder season and wants your input in telling the story. Do you have loyal fall visitors who return annually? If so, we'd like to interview them about making fall memories in South Walton. This is a wonderful opportunity to perhaps recognize some of your most loyal visitors in a public forum. If you have a family to recommend, please contact Elisa Smith at esmith@beachesofsouthwalton.com by Monday, June 13.
Now Accepting Nominations for the 2011 Above & Beyond Award
Visitors to South Walton are among the most loyal in the world, often returning again and again to experience our bountiful natural beauty. While our sugar-sand beaches and turquoise water are certainly major factors in their love of our destination, we believe our people are equally important. Help us discover the best of the best among South Walton’s hospitality industry. New categories have been created this year to allow lodging partners of all sizes and others in the tourism industry a greater opportunity for recognition. Know someone worthy? Click here for the nomination form and more details.
Bed tax collectors have until June 24 to complete your FREE accommodation listing information in the Official 2011-2012 South Walton Visitors Guide. The South Walton Tourist Development Council (TDC) needs your updated listing information. The Guide is sent as the primary fulfillment piece for all visitor inquiries and has a shelf-life of approximately 13 months. An initial run of 75,000 copies will be printed. Although reprints will be ordered as needed, NO EDITS or ADDITIONS will be made for the entire year. This is your ONLY opportunity to be in this guide. Click here to complete the form with your listing information.
National Rip Current Awareness Week is June 5-11
- a channel of churning, choppy water
- an area with a notable difference in the color of the water
- a line of foam or debris moving steadily seaward
- a break in the incoming wave pattern
Vision Airlines Launches SkyVision Magazine
X3 Brands LLC and Vision Airlines presented the inaugural issue of SkyVision Magazine, the official quarterly in-flight publication of Vision Airlines, aboard the Solaris dining and entertainment cruise yacht in the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Marina at a reception in early June.
All Vision Airlines flights fly in and out of their hub, Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS). According to David Meers, the company will announce expanded routes and many more destinations in the South and other regions in the near future. Featuring modest advertising rates compared to regional and local media,SkyVision provides a powerful advantage for in-flight and extended market reach for businesses of every size and budget. For more information about SkyVision Magazine, contact X3 Brands LLC at 800-385-0449 or visit SkyVisionMag.com to register for a free digital on-line version of the magazine. For Vision Airlines information and reservation services, call 877-359-2538 or visit VisionAirlines.com.
Brand Roll-Out Workshop Recap
The TDC hosted workshops yesterday presenting more on the continued evolution of the new South Walton brand. Logo colors were presented, along with inaugural print and radio ads to begin running in September. The process is entering the final phase, with minor enhancements being made. Thanks to all who attended. We appreciate your involvement in the process!
Thank You, Biophiliacs!
TDC Beach Crew Member Recognized for Heroic Actions
Loyal Fall Visitors Wanted for Story
Although it's not yet officially summer, we’re already thinking ahead to fall. The TDC’s public relations firm, Curley & Pynn, is crafting a news release to promote visitation to South Walton during the fall shoulder season and wants your input in telling the story. Do you have loyal fall visitors who return annually? If so, we'd like to interview them about making fall memories in South Walton. This is a wonderful opportunity to perhaps recognize some of your most loyal visitors in a public forum. If you have a family to recommend, please contact Elisa Smith at esmith@beachesofsouthwalton.com by Monday, June 13.
Now Accepting Nominations for the 2011 Above & Beyond Award
Visitors to South Walton are among the most loyal in the world, often returning again and again to experience our bountiful natural beauty. While our sugar-sand beaches and turquoise water are certainly major factors in their love of our destination, we believe our people are equally important. Help us discover the best of the best among South Walton’s hospitality industry. New categories have been created this year to allow lodging partners of all sizes and others in the tourism industry a greater opportunity for recognition. Know someone worthy? Click here for the nomination form and more details.
