Local hotel revenue tops $1 billion

Pinellas County hotels generated $1.1 billion in revenue throughout the past fiscal year - a $30 million increase over 2022 - providing a record-setting $98 million in local bed taxes.

Despite the historic windfall, tourism officials are exploring converting marketing efforts to a public-private model. Visit St. Pete/Clearwater (VSPC) CEO Brian Lowack announced both developments at the Nov. 15 Tourist Development Council (TDC) meeting.

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Local leaders provide an inside look at St. Pete

Whether recent transplants or longtime residents, those seeking a better understanding of St. Petersburg's inner workings can soon receive an expert-led, intimate tour of the city.

The St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce and Leadership St. Pete Alumni Association are hosting their second Inside St. Pete event Dec. 1. Mayor Ken Welch and Christian Hardigree, regional chancellor of the University of South Florida St. Petersburg, will help kick off the full-day tour at the waterfront campus.

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