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August 23, 2019

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Here's your weekly look at what's happening across America's most visited destination, from the “MORlando Challenge” to Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining.
MORlando Challenge

Exciting News Unveiled at Visit Orlando’s Business Insights Luncheon & Economic Forum

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of hosting more than 1,000 industry and community leaders at Visit Orlando’s annual Business Insights Luncheon & Economic Forum. Unfortunately, a small electrical fire with the projection equipment forced us to clear the room and end the event a little early. The rest of the luncheon, however, was quite successful, and I enjoyed seeing so many of you there. In addition to providing information about the state of our industry and insights for the future, Visit Orlando was able to share several exciting announcements that will benefit our entire destination. Here are some of the highlights …

Introducing the ‘MORlando Challenge’

We all know there are A LOT of things to do in Orlando. But how long would it take to actually do them all? Over the next four months, three Visit Orlando team members will find out, embarking on the ultimate Orlando vacation experience. Throughout their journey, they will snap photos and record videos as they travel to theme parks, attractions, outdoor adventure, nightlife entertainment, shopping and more. Follow their adventures on Visit Orlando's Instagram and YouTube channels.

Charities Chosen for Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining

Participants at yesterday’s luncheon also helped us welcome the two charities that will receive funds from Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining, which starts today and runs through Sept. 30 at 120-plus restaurants. This year, $1 from each meal will benefit the National Alliance on Mental Illness Greater Orlando and  Lighthouse Central Florida. NAMI, a grassroots support network, will be able to expand its “Ending the Silence” program, which helps raise awareness and change perceptions among teenagers about mental health and suicide prevention. Lighthouse, which helps individuals with vision loss adjust to their reality with confidence, will use the funds to expand its early intervention programs for young children so they can adapt, integrate and enjoy active, productive lives.

VisitOrlando.com Now Offering Virtual Tours

This week, we launched a very exciting interactive feature on our website that allows users to take a virtual tour of multiple areas throughout our destination, from our world-famous theme parks to top hotels, dining and shopping hotspots, entertainment districts and much more. Using state-of-the-art technology, VisitOrlando.com now gives potential visitors the ability to ride roller coasters, zipline over alligators or experience what it’s like to stand on Main Street in front of Cinderella’s castle. It’s a great tool to help people plan their next Orlando adventure, all from the comfort of their computer, tablet, mobile device or even virtual reality headset. So give it a try and let us know what you think!

OTHER NEWS FROM VISIT ORLANDO

» Denise Spiegel, our senior director of public relations, appeared on WFLA Channel 8 in Tampa — one of Orlando’s most important drive markets — to discuss our destination’s many fall food festivals. The segment showcased events such as Visit Orlando's Magical Dining, Epcot International Food & Wine Festival, SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival, and The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. 

» The public relations team generated a double-page Orlando feature in Hello! Canada, the No. 1 Canadian magazine on newsstands. The story highlights Orlando as a luxury location, including tips for maximizing your time in the Theme Park Capital of the World®.

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George Aguel
All the best.

George Aguel
President & CEO
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