Wednesday, May 29, 2024 Visit Tampa Bay , alongside over 900 hospitality partners, is celebrating the influence of travel during the U.S. Travel Association’s National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW).
The week kicks off with iconic local landmarks lighting up and culminates with an awards luncheon on May 29th to honor tourism industry heroes, spotlighting the essential role of tourism in Tampa Bay. The tourism sector not only spurs economic growth and fosters vibrant communities but also generates quality job opportunities. For instance, Hillsborough County witnessed nearly $9 billion in economic impact last year alone, with the tourism industry directly supporting over 59,000 local jobs.
In recognition of this impact, Hillsborough County and the City of Tampa have declared May 19 – May 25, 2024, as “Tampa Bay Tourism Week.” This initiative emphasizes Tampa Bay’s status as a welcoming destination for living, working, and playing. “The Tampa Bay tourism industry continues to soar — driving economic impact for Hillsborough County,” said Santiago C.
Corrada , President and CEO of Visit Tampa Bay. “National Travel and Tourism Week is a time to reflect on Tampa Bay’s incredible upward trajectory as a top-of-mind destination for domestic and international travelers alike. We also have a chance to pay homage to our local hospitality industry and our more than 900+ partners, stakeholders, and tourism champions whose efforts continue to position our tourism economy .
