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Insights from IAAPA Expo 2024: key trends and new innovations

12/5/2024 4:41:00 PM|

IAAPA Expo is a leading event for the visitor attractions industry. It unites industry experts to explore innovative products and services, as well as offering engaging educational sessions and valuable networking opportunities. IAAPA Expo 2024 took place from November 18 to 22 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida.

How PGA 2025 will elevate networking opportunities

12/5/2024 4:39:00 PM|

Unparalleled opportunities for in-person networking and professional growth await PGA of America Golf Professionals, retailers and golf industry executives during the 72nd PGA Show, Jan. 21-24 in Orlando.

New charging station accelerates Orange County’s push for greener transportation

12/5/2024 4:35:00 PM|

The new location in the I-Drive district, just minutes away from the Orange County Convention Center, can charge some cars to 80% in just a half hour. The goal of charging stations like this one is to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by 2050 in Central Florida.

Insider Info: 2024 Spirit Cheer Dance Grand Nationals & Cheer Nationals

11/27/2024 5:04:00 PM|

The Spirit Cheer Dance Grand Nationals & Cheer Nationals will return to the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, again in 2024, bringing the most esteemed cheer and dance teams back to the Sunshine State for another round of elite competition.

IAAPA Expo 2024 showcased the mounting excitement within Orlando’s attractions industry

11/27/2024 5:02:00 PM|

Despite an unexpectedly soft summer season, Orlando's attractions are ending the year on a high note. Both Disney and the Tourism Development Tax fund recently reported unexpectedly strong revenue, and expectations for next year's debut of Universal's Epic Universe are so elevated that the International Drive Chamber of Commerce already awarded the upcoming theme park a place of honor on its "Visionary Leadership Award" Wall of Fame, more than six months before its gates of...

Orlando moves up in Media Market rankings

11/27/2024 5:00:00 PM|

The Orlando City Baseball Dreamers ("Orlando Dreamers") announced that Orlando has passed Minneapolis-St. Paul in the U.S. media market rankings and is now the #15 market in the country with an estimated 1,902,420 TV homes. The city had previously topped Miami and Denver in recent years. In 2022, Pat Williams, the iconic Co-Founder of the Dreamers, predicted that the Orlando media market would be in the top 15 markets by 2025.

Harris Rosen: Made 'convention dreams' come true

11/27/2024 4:53:00 PM|

As the most successful local hotel owner in central Florida, it’s no surprise Florida tourism icon Harris Rosen’s name is on the University of Central Florida’s School of Hospitality Management. He was also a charter member of the UCF Board of Trustees.

Busi­nessman, phil­an­thropist Harris Rosen passes away

11/27/2024 9:20:00 AM|

Harris Rosen, founder and president of the Rosen Hotels & Resorts and longtime philanthropist in Central Florida, passed away Monday at the age of 85, surrounded by family and friends, according to Frank Santos, vice president of the company.

Harris Rosen, Orlando hotel and philanthropic titan, passes

11/27/2024 9:15:00 AM|

Harris Rosen, who built Florida’s largest independent hotel chain and was one of Orlando’s preeminent philanthropists, died Monday, his business partner announced. He was 85.

IAAPA Expo 2024 Sets New Attendance Record, Concludes with Groundbreaking Insights and Announcements

11/25/2024 4:51:00 PM|

The educational conference offered over 140 sessions, providing attendees with critical insights, best practices, and thought-provoking information. During the Expo’s EDUSessions, participants were also introduced to the 2025 North America Economic Outlook Report, which predicts future growth in the attractions industry, including for the first time, natural, adventure, and eco-attractions.

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