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From Florida’s love/hate relationship with Spring Breakers to the recent expansion of gambling, Florida’s tourism industry is experiencing a lot of changes
It used to be the go-to place for college students looking to blow off steam, escape winter or just hang out with their friends - ...
Nonprofit organizations, schools and houses of worship play critical role in supporting Americans during severe weather emergencies
Church Mutual® survey finds high expectations for schools, worship facilities, as well as community and nonprofit organizations MERRILL, Wis. – Gearing up for the 2024 winter season, ...
Is South Florida soon to be the next Las Vegas? Our expert can tell you if it's a good a bet or not?
There's a lot of buzz in Florida around gambling right now. Legal sports betting, live roulette and live craps might soon become a reality in ...
The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Customer Experience
Gaurav Jain, assistant professor of marketing at the Rensselaer Lally School of Management, examines how individuals make judgments, estimates, and decisions in the absence of ...
Is the sun set to shine again on a rebounding Florida tourism economy?
It was a tough couple of years for the Florida tourism industry. With flights restricted, travel discouraged and theme parks closed or limiting the number ...
How to get storm-ready for active phase of Atlantic hurricane season
Despite a relatively quiet summer for hurricanes, experts warn that late August and early September is traditionally the most active time for storms in the ...
Will out of this world ideas be the next big thing for Florida's tourism industry?
Look up. That's where you may find the next billion-dollar tourism idea in America. Space tourism seems to be the next frontier for the industry ...
Will tourism bounce back as the Sunshine State gets ready for a post-COVID return?
The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc on the globe, leaving few industries untouched in its wake. Florida’s tourism industry was hit particularly hard, with resorts ...
What fate awaits Florida’s tourism industry?
As the ripples from the COVID-19 pandemic stretch across all of America – popular attractions like Disney are closed, airlines are restricting travel and borders are ...
Expert available to discuss how economic impact of COVID-19 may vary across the country
Retailers such as Macy’s, Nordstrom and Urban Outfitters have announced they will temporarily shutter stores and car maker Honda will close six U.S. ...