June 2025 Industry Newsletter - Notes from the CEO
Dear Tourism Partner,
Summer is here, and with it comes an exciting opportunity to engage both visitors and our local community in new and meaningful ways. As always, I appreciate your dedication to making Southeast Volusia a top-tier destination. Your efforts continue to shape the success of our tourism industry, and I’m excited about what’s ahead!
Introducing Our 2025 Staycation Program
I’m thrilled to announce our Staycation Program, running from June 1 through October 31, 2025. This initiative is designed to encourage locals and visitors from nearby areas to explore, experience, and enjoy all that our region has to offer—right in their own backyard!
We encourage all tourism partners to participate by offering promotions and packages that will entice locals and regional travelers to stay, dine, shop, and explore. If your business is interested in being featured, please reach out to our team—we’d love to highlight your offerings in our marketing efforts!
Keeping Up the Momentum
May was an exciting month, with a wonderful turnout for our National Travel & Tourism Week Breakfast and strong visitor engagement across our region. As we move into the peak summer season, we anticipate continued growth in tourism, thanks to our strategic marketing initiatives, event promotions, and your commitment to exceptional guest experiences.
Sustainable & Responsible Tourism
With increased visitation, it’s more important than ever to remind guests about responsible tourism practices. Through our Leave No Trace messaging, we are educating visitors on how to respect our beaches, waterways, and wildlife—ensuring our region remains pristine for future generations. We appreciate your continued support in reinforcing these principles with your guests and customers.
Get Involved!
If you haven’t yet, we invite you to join us in promoting the Staycation Program and other initiatives designed to drive economic impact and showcase our community’s charm. Whether through marketing collaboration, special events, or creative promotions, your participation makes all the difference!
As always, my team and I are here to support you. If you have any questions, ideas, or feedback, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thank you for your ongoing partnership—we look forward to a fantastic summer season together!
Warm Regards,
