The BP - Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico off the Louisiana coast has become an environmental and economic disaster for the Mississippi River Delta. The residents of Florida’s Panhandle beaches and tourism related businesses are weary as the oil has been flowing for over a month.

Florida Tourism Businesses Affected by Deepwater Horizon Accident

Florida tourism businesses have already been affected by the Gulf oil spill because many travelers have canceled their summer vacations in Florida, while others who would normally begin making plans for their Florida getaways are still on the fence or worse, making plans for travel to places in South Carolina and Georgia. As of yet, no oil has affected Florida beaches and hopes remain high that there will be minimal damage to our natural resources here.
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Miami, FL - The 69th annual Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami cruises into town February 11-15, 2010, where new and experienced boaters from throughout the world can gather in one place to view, board and buy the best the boating industry has to offer. With special deals on everything from sportfishers, sailboats and mega-yachts to engines and the newest electronics, the 2010 Miami International Boat Show is the ideal place to shop, save and enhance every boating experience.

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Miramar, FL - Wireless Maritime Services (WMS), the world leader in providing cellular service to the cruise line industry, announced today that they have signed a new five year contract to continue providing cellular at sea wireless service to guests and crew members on all ships from Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. and Celebrity Cruises. New ships entering the fleets are also included under this agreement.

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Sarasota, FL - In a show of confidence virtually unheard of in today’s boating environment, Seal Boats USA Inc. today announced the launch of the company’s initial line of all-aluminum boats, designed as an alternative to the inflatables currently in use as yacht tenders.

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Miami Beach, FL — When looking for a sport fisher, cruiser, yacht, or superyacht there are many different styles and customizable options you can incorporate into your vessel.  Whether you are on a budget or ready to spend the big bucks, the 20th Annual Yacht & Brokerage Show on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach, February 14-18, 2008, will show you what your money really can buy.   Below are just some of the hundreds of vessels that will grace the waterways at this year’s show.  With so many different options, you may be surprised what you get for the money.

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