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Jacksonville is great, but don't just take our word for it. Here's what writers are saying about Jax.
2023
AUGUST
10 Black-Owned Travel Businesses Making It Easier To See The World (includes Explore Jax Core) – Essence
I was born and raised in Jacksonville, Florida. Here are 10 things I wish tourists knew before visiting. – Insider
10 fall getaways from Miami for scenic foliage and paradise vibes – TimeOut
Jaguars' success puts tourist eyes on Jacksonville – Jacksonville Business Journal
JULY
New and Renovated: Honoring History, Building the Future – Smart Meetings
Jacksonville Beach Rebuilds Pier Damaged in String of Florida Hurricanes – FOX Weather
Things to do in Jacksonville FL: Your guide to Black-Owned Jacksonville – ABC Travel Green Book
8 Great Waterfront Dining Spots in Jacksonville – Eater Miami
JUNE
Why Jacksonville Is Low-Key Florida’s Best Beach Town - Thrillist
Embracing Florida's Black history landmarks - Travel Weekly
The Best Key Lime Pie In Florida, According To Our Readers (includes Mixed Fillings Pie Shop) - Southern Living
I'm a Californian who visited Jacksonville Beach for the first time, and I preferred the Florida spot over Santa Monica for a laid-back vacation - Insider
Let freedom ring: Where to celebrate Juneteenth across the US - The Points Guy
MAY
Is America’s Largest City Also Its Most Misunderstood? - The Daily Beast
Travel: Take a boozy trail ride - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The Best Places to Travel in July to Soak Up Summer Vibes - Good Housekeeping
National Travel and Tourism Week with Visit Jacksonville – News4Jax
The best Pride parades and festivals in the U.S. to celebrate LGBTQ rights – TimeOut
APRIL
Visit Jacksonville ‘flips’ the tourism script with new marketing campaign – Jacksonville Daily Record
Boutique Hotels Around Florida You Should Book For Your Next Weekend Getaway (includes Hotel Palms) – Flamingo Magazine
5 Best Gardens in Jacksonville, Florida You MUST SEE! – Florida Hipster
The Top 10 Historic Hotels In Florida, According To Our Readers (includes Casa Marina) – Southern Living
MARCH
Uncover Rock ’n’ Roll’s Roots on a Deep South Road Trip - Daily Beast
24 Best Weekend Getaways in Florida - Travel + Leisure
Going Beyond ADA Compliance - Association Conventions and Facilities
FEBRUARY
Riverfront Development Booming in Jacksonville - MeetingsNet
Florida National Parks You Should Plan To Visit And Explore - Southern Living
The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Florida - Thrillist
JANUARY
Florida's Top Five Cities For Craft Beer Lovers - Forbes
Pride Journey: Jacksonville, Florida - Lavender Magazine
2022
DECEMBER
Forget The Halls - These Floridians Are Decking The Chairs - Southern Living
10 Great Restaurants in Jacksonville For Group Dining - Eater Miami
NOVEMBER
Getaways: Jacksonville Beach - Cobb Life
9 Ways to Celebrate Christmas in Florida — From Disney Parties to Boat Parades (includes the Light Boat Parade) - Travel & Leisure
Toast to Veterans (features Veterans United Craft Brewery on page 176) - USA TODAY Special Edition
Exciting Kid-Friendly Things to Do in Jacksonville - Adventure Seeking Mom
An Awesome Weekend in Jacksonville: PorchFest 2022 - Brian Oliver
OCTOBER
Kirby Smart Wants to Move Georgia-Florida out of Jacksonville; Money says Otherwise - Yahoo Sports
Super Girl Surf Pro is returning to Jacksonville Beach - WJXT-TV
Jacksonville Showcases ‘Winter on the Water’ Festivities - TravelMole
SEPTEMBER
Must Try Dishes for Your Jacksonville Stay - Allegiant Airlines Sunseeker Magazine
How to Travel to Jacksonville on Points and Miles - NerdWallet
Where to Find Jacksonville's Best Tacos - Eater Miami
AUGUST
4 Cities in Florida to Visit This Fall - The Grio
6 Can't-Miss Dining Stops Along Florida's Shrimp Coast - Southern Living
Who has the best fish? Travel site ranks the '15 Best Seafood Restaurants in Florida' (includes Safe Harbor Seafood) USA Today
19 Retro Hotels in the South That Feel Like a Stylish Step Back in Time (includes Hotel Palms) - Southern Living
JULY
Rooted in the Melody: Jacksonville’s Music History and Heritage - SouthernReverie.com
The Ultimate Road Trip Through the Coastal South - The Points Guy
JUNE
How Southern Cities are Celebrating Pride Month - Deep South Magazine
This Florida Market Is Bringing Together More Than 250 Black-owned Businesses and Nonprofits to Celebrate Juneteenth - Travel & Leisure
27 Best Road Trips To Take This Summer - Forbes
5 Reasons Why Jacksonville is the Perfect Weekend Getaway Destination - ImAubreyJackson.com
The 10 Best Weekend Getaways in Florida - PracticalWanderlust.com
MAY
Tourism matters and impacts the Jacksonville community and our economy - Florida Times-Union
Flights of fancy: Jax Ale Trail bills craft beer as a big reason to visit the River City - Explore Florida
Barks and recreation: the best dog-friendly adventures in Florida - Lonely Planet
Where to go for Memorial Day Weekend - Fifty Grande
Sandlot JAX: The Event that Made Jacksonville, FL “The Fitness Capital of the Universe” - Texas Lifestyle Magazine
APRIL
The 9 Best Breweries in Jacksonville - Eater Miami
Explore these unique Florida neighborhoods after your next meeting – Meetings Today
8 Best Summer Family Resorts - DiveIn.com
MARCH
Jacksonville: A Historic City Full of Pride and Spirit - GoNomad
The Jacksonville Coast: Florida's Most Underrated Destination For Nature Lovers - Forbes
Yelp names Mixed Fillings Pie Shop in Jacksonville No. 1 for best pie in Florida - Florida Times-Union
Roswell Reviews Jacksonville, FL - RoswellWeenie.com
FEBRUARY
More than a month: These 7 destinations elevate Black culture year-round - The Points Guy
Discover Florida’s Surprising Wealth of Black History - Fodor's Travel
76-year-old Salt Air Inn & Suites survives teardown craze, gets new life in Atlantic Beach - Florida Times-Union
JANUARY
Is Your Hometown One of the Best Coffee Destinations in America? - Fodor's Travel
How the Jacksonville Zoo is Working to Save Florida's Native Species - Forbes
