| Title |
Discover Inner Tranquility in Northeast Florida
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - In 1513, Northeast Florida’s first tourists washed ashore, in search of the legendary Fountain of Youth. Though Juan Ponce de Leon and his group of Spanish explorers were unsuccessful in their quest for the secret to eternal life, they did map the course for generations of future travelers who would journey to the area seeking rejuvenation of the mind, body and spirit.
|
Experience the Ultimate Golf Vacation
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – With over 1,220 holes of golf, Jacksonville and the beaches is the ideal spot for golf vacations. Northeast Florida is home to over 70 public and private courses designed by the likes of Tom Fazio, Pete Dye, Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Mark McCumber. With ample opportunity to do all things golf – play a round, watch the professionals vie for the crystal trophy or commemorate the history of the sport – the region is the perfect destination for golf enthusiasts.
|
Explore the Natural Side of Jacksonville
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Only minutes away from the urban sophistication of Jacksonville’s vibrant city center, a natural wonderland awaits observation and discovery. A testament to the untouched beauty of the region and a reflection of the unique authenticity of the Northeast Florida experience, the abundant expanse of park land and ecological preserves in Jacksonville provide an unforgettable opportunity to escape the confines of city life and relax in nature’s playground. With over 111,000 designated acres, including the 46,000 acre Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve, Jacksonville proudly boasts the largest urban park system in the country.
|
| Title |
Create Your Own Adventures In Jacksonville, Florida
The opportunities are endless in creating your own vacation in Jacksonville, Florida. Visitors looking for a romantic excursion, a quick weekend for family fun with the kids or men in need of a mancation filled with sports events and outdoor activities – Northeast Florida is an undiscovered getaway, complete with adventures for all ages.
|
Jacksonville Welcomes Fans To The 2008 Konica Minolta Gator Bowl
Make plans now to follow your team to Northeast Florida, as Jacksonville plays host to the 2008 Konica Minolta Gator Bowl game on Jan. 1. With temperatures averaging a pleasant 58 degrees during the winter months, Northeast Florida is a great place to cheer your team to victory!
|
Tourism Sales Veteran Alex Michaels Joins Visit Jacksonville
Visit Jacksonville welcomed seasoned tourism professional Alex Michaels as special markets sales manager. In this capacity, he will promote Jacksonville to the military, hobbies, religious, fraternal and education markets, specifically focusing on conventions held between July and December when hotel occupancy is slower. He will also serve as the sales liaison for the Southwest market.
|
2007 Dr Pepper ACC Championship Game
Jacksonville welcomes fans to Northeast Florida for the Dr Pepper ACC Championship game on Dec. 1 featuring Virginia Tech versus Boston College. Don’t let the fun stop at the end of the fourth quarter! Here are suggestions of things to see and do in the area while in town for the big game. Find out more about creating your own adventures in Northeast Florida and call Visit Jacksonville at (800) 733-2668 or go to www.visitjacksonville.com.
|
STATEMENT: ACC Football Championship Game Generates Millions For Jacksonville
The Event is Key to Continuing City's Sports Destination Tradition
|
Jacksonville’s Medical and Tourism Industries Unite as “America’s Health Center”
Today, City of Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton, Visit Jacksonville and executives from local hospitals, universities and medical businesses announced an initiative that will brand Jacksonville as “America’s Health Center.” The initiative will increase visitor demand and recognition of the Northeast Florida region’s diversity in patient care, medical businesses and tourism resources by uniting the marketing efforts of the various institutions under one umbrella.
|
Home To The 2007 Dr Pepper ACC Championship Game
Make plans now to follow your team to Northeast Florida, as Jacksonville plays host to the 2007 Dr Pepper ACC Football Championship game on Dec. 1. With temperatures averaging a pleasant 58 degrees during the winter months, Northeast Florida is a great place to “experience the passion” and celebrate your team’s victory!
|
“Visit Jacksonville” Unveiled As New CVB Name, Direction
Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced today a new name and rebranding effort at their annual Destination Outlook meeting, appropriately themed “Going from Good to Great.” The new name – Visit Jacksonville – was unveiled before an audience of 300 political, business and community leaders, industry representatives and media at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center.
|
Catch The Holiday Spirit In Northeast Florida
Jacksonville & the Beaches, Florida, provides numerous family-fun events for the upcoming holiday season. Participate in events along the St. Johns River or along the shorelines of the beaches to kick off the season. With temperatures averaging a pleasant 58 degrees during the winter months, Northeast Florida is a great place to celebrate the holidays!
|
Jacksonville & the Beaches CVB Hires Seasoned Promotions Professional
The Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) welcomes experienced professional Chris Atib as promotions manager. In this position, Atib will lead promotional programs, expanding upon traditional marketing efforts.
|
River City Showdown Generates $17.6 Million For Northeast Florida
The match up between Florida State University and University of Alabama brought in more than $7.4 million in visitor direct spending and over $17.6 million in total economic impact for Northeast Florida according to the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB). Over 85,000 tickets were sold for the River City Showdown breaking attendance records for Jacksonville Municipal Stadium.
|
| Title |
Jacksonville Welcomes Fans To The River City Showdown
The countdown is on with just days to go before kickoff for the River City Showdown matchup between the University of Alabama and Florida State University. As fans prepare to travel to Jacksonville for the big game, Northeast Florida welcomes the arrival of over 70,000 passionate supporters.
|
Jacksonville & The Beaches Welcomes Crimson Tide And Seminole Fans To The River City Showdown
Jacksonville welcomes fans to Northeast Florida for the inaugural River City Showdown on September 29, 2007. It’s been 33 years since the last football matchup between the Florida State Seminoles and the Alabama Crimson Tide and Jacksonville is busy gearing up for this historic meeting between two legendary teams. Here are 12 things to see and do while in town for the big game. Fans traveling to Northeast Florida can call the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau at (800) 733-2668 or go to www.visitjacksonville.com to request a free Visitors Magazine.
|
Jacksonville & The Beaches CVB Recipient Of Prestigious Service Award
Meetings & Conventions, a publication catering to national and international meeting planners, has awarded the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) the prestigious Gold Service Award for 2007. The CVB was chosen for the fourth year in a row by meeting planners as one of the top convention and visitors bureaus in the world for its professionalism and dedication to quality service when planning meetings and conventions.
|
Experience Jacksonville Week Starts Monday
Beginning Monday, Aug. 6, local residents can experience a vacation not far from their own homes during Experience Jacksonville: Your Florida Destination Week. Northeast Florida businesses are partnering with the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) to promote tourism to local residents through Aug. 11 by offering “Destination Deals” to save on area accommodations, attractions, restaurants, retail, nightlife hotspots, sports events and transportation services.
|
Jacksonville To Host National Elks Convention
Ten thousand members of the Improved Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks of the World (IBPOE of W) will attend the organization’s national convention in Jacksonville from August 1-11. IBPOE of W, the largest Black fraternal organization in the world, will utilize all Downtown hotels creating an economic impact throughout the entire region during a typically slow summer.
|
Industry Veteran Mya Carter Joins Jacksonville & The Beaches CVB
Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) welcomed seasoned tourism professional Mya Carter as director, product development & research. In this capacity, she will increase visitor demand through the further development of Jacksonville as a destination for vacations, meetings and conventions.
|
Experience Jacksonville: Your Florida Destination Week
Northeast Florida businesses are partnering with the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) to promote tourism to local residents from August 6-11, 2007 during Experience Jacksonville: Your Florida Destination Week. The week-long event will offer residents “Destination Deals” as a chance to save on area accommodations, attractions, restaurants, retail, nightlife hotspots, sports events and transportation services.
|
Travelocity Partner Network Announces Agreement With Major Florida Convention And Visitors’ Bureaus
Travelocity Partner Network today announced an agreement with the Jacksonville & the Beaches and Ft. Lauderdale convention and visitors bureaus to power their Web site booking engines.
|
| Title |
Large National Youth Conference Comes To Jacksonville
From July 5-14, 9,000 children and young professionals of Indian origin from across the world will descend upon Jacksonville to connect their spirituality with their daily lives, be a better citizen and meet the leader of the Hindu socio-spiritual organization, Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS). During the two weeks of the BAPS National Youth Convention, attendees will stay in local hotels and generate revenue for local businesses
|
Update: Florida Forest Fires
Tourism accommodations and attractions are open for business in Northeast Florida as recent forest fires affecting northeast Florida and southeast Georgia have been contained announced the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB).
|
CVB's Larry Walter Receives 2007 Apex Distinguished Service Award
Larry Walter, vice president, marketing for the Jacksonville & the Beaches Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), received the APEX Distinguished Service Award at the Travel Professionals of Color’s 5th Annual Conference. The award was presented to Walter by Black Meetings & Tourism magazine on April 20 due to his outstanding contributions to the travel and tourism industry and the African-American market.
|
FAQ
Contact Us
My Itinerary
RSS
Whether you seek upscale resort settings, luxury downtown hotels or cozy bed & breakfast inns,... More
In addition to the pleasant weather, there is a varied selection of attractions and activities... More
With our proximity to the ocean, one would think fresh seafood is our best seller. And it is, but... More
Jacksonville is host to a variety of incredible special events held annually from art, music, food... More
Looking for an excuse to do a little shopping during your visit to Jacksonville?
Jacksonville is the largest city in the United States in terms of land mass. Use our area maps to... More
Jacksonville wants to make planning your next visit a breeze.
Jacksonville has quickly become a hotspot for those looking to cruise from a homeport in Florida. ... More
Home to over 70 golf courses and bathed year-round in bright sunshine, Jacksonville and the rest of... More
As the St. Johns River winds through Jacksonville, it carves special niches and neighborhoods that... More
The Jacksonville Film Festival is approaching its 6th year and promises to be bigger and better than... More
Along the stunning St. Johns riverfront, a burgeoning arts district rises from a diverse urban... More
From the mighty St. Johns River carving a path through the heart of Jacksonville to the endless... More
Only minutes away from the urban sophistication of Jacksonville’s vibrant city center, a natural... More
In need of a little retail therapy? Jacksonville offers shopping excursions at your fingertips for... More
Jacksonville restaurants scene is an eclectic hybrid of inspired casual elegance and classic... More
The warm, Florida weather of Jacksonville and her beaches creates the perfect setting for a couple’s... More
The Northeast Florida region is rich with a great sports tradition. With football, national golf,... More
Looking for a little fun the whole family can enjoy? Look no further than Jacksonville for the... More
The Convention Sales Department makes planning a meeting extraordinarily simple, providing... More
The goal of the Convention Services Department is to surpass expectations.
Flexibility and variety are the key words to keep in mind when selecting meeting and convention... More
Planning a meeting or convention? Let us assist you with your Jacksonville meeting planning.
Getting here is a breeze. And getting around is easy too!
Jacksonville has an endless variety of experiences and activities for your group to indulge in... More
Come to Jacksonville during July through December and save!
Jacksonville is host to a variety of incredible special events held annually from art, music, food... More
Jacksonville is “America’s Health Center” as the city is quickly gaining prominence as one of the... More
For story ideas, fast facts, executive bios and more, look no further than the online press kit.
Access to visuals for your story is easy with our inventory of images or B-Roll request.
Planning a media trip to Jacksonville? We’d love to help!
Learn about the Visit Jacksonville organizational structure, get research and statistical... More
The Communications team can help point journalists in the right direction.
Jacksonville has an endless variety of experiences and activities for your group to indulge in... More
Planning to bring your group to Jacksonville? Let us assist you with your planning.
Jacksonville is host to a variety of incredible special events held annually from art, music, food... More
Interested in bringing your group to Jacksonville? We have the support materials you need.
In addition to planes, trains and automobiles, you can visit shops and restaurants by water taxi,... More
Meet Jacksonville’s tourism ambassadors by department.
Login to get Partner news, update business listings, find group leads, submit special offers and
Learn how Visit Jacksonville is organized and funded.
Tourism works for Jacksonville and non-traditional tourism businesses can benefit from joining Visit... More
Let us work for you! Join a number of businesses who have already partnered with Visit... More
As in most major cities worldwide, the history of a region’s development is most closely linked to... More
Duval Street, like the county was named for William Pope Duval, the first Territorial Governor of... More
There are many area services to help you with your meeting planning needs.