Canadian travel plummets, local stakeholders remain ‘bullish’

Pinellas County, widely known as a refuge for northern travelers seeking sandy beaches and warmer climates during the winter, has experienced a steep decline in Canadian tourism.

​Local data from Visit St. Pete-Clearwater (VSPC) mirrors a national trend: Canadians spent 17% less in the area this year. The number of overnight stays decreased by 17.6%.

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Spotlight: New Year’s Eve and beyond

Whatever you’ve got planned for New Year’s Eve, it’s always nice to know that some things never change – somewhere around here, at the stroke of midnight, there will be fireworks.

The City of St. Petersburg’s got it going on, right there on and around the St. Pete Pier. Starting at 8 p.m. Wednesday, there’ll be lights, noise, an onstage DJ, food and beverage trucks, everything required for a big, fun, loud public celebration.

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