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Collier Tourism Visitation Up For Fifth Straight Month

Collier Tourism Continues to Boost Local Economy

Visitation Up for Fifth Straight Month

Naples, Fla. (July 25, 2011) – Visitation to Collier County’s Paradise Coast rose 9.9% in June 2011 over June 2010, the fifth straight month of year-over-year increases. Those visitors also spent more. Direct spending by 115,800 visitors in June totaled $60,304,000, an 11.1% increase over the previous June.

The Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention and Visitors Bureau’s preliminary June report shows increased visitation from all of the area’s key feeder markets. Canada showed the most growth, with a 27% increase, followed by the Northeast with a 15.5% increase and Europe, with an increase of 14.8%.

“Our Paradise Coast spring/summer destination marketing campaign has proven to be very effective this year,” said Jack Wert, executive director of the Naples Marco Island, Everglades Convention and Visitors Bureau. “We’re glad to see that visitors are responding to our messages in the marketplace and making the decision to travel.”

Monthly visitation has been up over the previous year in every month except January, which saw a slight drop of 1.7%. Monthly visitation increased 4.3% in February, 6.4% in March, 3.7% in April, 7.5% in May and 9.9% in June. According to the industry’s leading activity indicator, the three-month forward-looking reservation gauge, strong numbers should continue for the remainder of the summer season. Forty-point-five percent of properties report that reservations are up over the previous year, 13.5 indicate they are the same and 32.4% report they are down.

Some local hotels are reporting that July visitation continues to be strong. “Our business is up double digits this summer from both international and domestic travelers, and our visitation from Floridians is booming,” said Cathy Christopher, Director of Sales and Marketing at the Inn on Fifth.

View the entire June report along with other Collier County tourism research online at http://www.paradisecoast.com/media_ce... .

Tourism is the leading economic engine in Collier County, responsible for 29,000 jobs and an annual economic impact of $1.16 billion. Thanks to the economic contributions of more than 1.3 million visitors, local residents realize an annual tax savings of $631 per household. Collier County tourism development tax pays for beach renourishment and coastal improvement projects, County owned museums, 100% of the Convention and Visitors bureau’s budget for tourism industry marketing and support, as well as grants to area attractions and cultural organizations.

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The Gulf of Mexico harbors some of Florida's loveliest cities, 1 of them being Naples. Effectively-know in the US for its gorgeous golf courses, it also is a welcoming internet site with the stunning untarnished sandy beaches. You can go fishing off of The Pier, a well recognized landmark, or charter a boat for a day of deep sea fishing. Old Naples Seaport and the Marina can present a charter boat for you, if you choose to shell out your time basking in the sun with the beautiful ocean water surrounding you.

There are far more than an abundance of little shops and boutiques to suit your fancy in various realms located in Tin City which is a revived rustic maritime city with a quarter of a mile of boardwalk. There is also the Venetian Village and several other shops lining the coast.

An exciting attraction in the midst of all the usual is the Naples Zoo which contains, not only the enjoyment of the animals, but the stunning botanical gardens exhibit.

If amusement is your ticket, then a venture to Collier State Park will bring you to a distinct form of park other than roller coasters.

For your excitement, you can journey on a swamp buggy ride or air boat rides in the Everglades which is Florida's popular wetland area in which wildlife abounds.

All of this excitement could construct up your appetite, and Naples supplies you with some of the most beautiful scenic waterfront restaurants with fine cuisine to suit any taste. There are a broad selection of fares such as casual and fine dining.

Although traveling via Naples, you can get a glimpse of the gorgeous way of life that the Floridians boast about. There are a lot of multi-family members communities and condominiums to pick from to reside at.

Some of the most awe-inspiring houses line the waterfront and residents appreciate the luxury of walking out their back door and becoming able to set sail in their own boats from their very own private slips. There are many single household properties, villas and condos to pick from. If vacationing, there are many Florida rentals to decide on from.

All over the United States, golfers come from far and close to to play on some of the most properly-recognized courses. It is claimed that when the 1st golf course was constructed, Lindberg utilized to fly his plane and land on the golf course, itself. Some of the most prominent tournaments are played right here with names currently being dropped such as Jack Niklaus and Arnold Palmer, frequenting the greens. It genuinely has more golf courses per location than any in the planet.

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