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Visit Florida CEO Retires Amid Worsened LGBTQ+ Relations

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By Dawit Habtemariam Verified
| OutCoast.com
Visit Florida has announced that its CEO and president, Dana Young, will retire. Young was appointed to lead the agency in January 2019 by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis shortly after he took office. She plans to remain as the organization’s president and CEO until her replacement is appointed and onboarded. During her tenure, visitation rose 7.3% and economic impact grew 32.4%.
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Venice to Charge Entry Fees More Often: "The Experiment Worked"

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By Dawit Habtemariam Verified
| Skift Verified
Skift Take After dipping their toes in the waters of tourist management, Venice's officials are now diving in headfirst with entry fees on 54 days next year. Want to do a quick Instagram tour of St. Mark's Square? That'll be €5, grazie mille. Key Points Venice is expanding its tourist entry fee program to 54 days in 2025 after a successful trial. Day-trippers will pay a fee of €5 or €10, depending on booking time, with enforcement through QR code checks.
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Hawaii Governor: Fewer Short-Term Rentals, More Climate Resilience and Sports Tourism

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By Dawit Habtemariam Verified
| Skift Verified
Skift Take Maui is still healing from the tragic wildfire that occurred over a year ago. Governor Josh Green hopes the incoming $5 billion in relief, along with support from the tourism industry, will supercharge the recovery. Key Points Hawaii Governor Josh Green outlines plans to rebuild Maui with $5 billion in government spending, focusing on climate resilience and sports tourism.
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